Diane, Author at Bathroom Review

Antique brass finish from Abode

April 28, 2020

In an exquisite Antique Brass finish, the new Serenitie brassware collection from Abode makes a strikingly elegant impression in the bathroom.

Designed specifically for traditional settings and responding to the huge trend towards ‘alternative’ finishes, the Antique Brass pairs perfectly with the Serenitie design, featuring cross handles that add real personality to the bathroom.

The hot and cold indicators on each handle are kept subtle to blend seamlessly into the tap’s design, while the quarter turn handles ensure precision flow and ease of control for the user.

The Serenitie collection includes a full range of brassware for the basin, bath and shower, for co-ordinated styling throughout the bathroom. The range includes monobloc and wall-mounted basin mixers, bath filler and bath shower mixer with shower handset, plus basin and bath clicker wastes, all in matching Antique Brass.

For the shower Serenitie by Abode includes a concealed thermostatic shower valve, circular combined wall outlet, hand shower & bracket, shower heads and a wall-mounted circular shower arm.

Abode

Tel: 01226 283434

Fax: 01226 282434

Email: info@abodedesigns.co.uk Website www.abode.eu

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For the perfect blend of modern design, performance and quality consider Abode. Crafted in Italy Abode mixertaps and showers are purposely designed to embody the best in function and design.

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Acquabella awarded Best Bathroom Stand at kbb

April 28, 2020

Acquabella was awarded Best Bathroom Stand at kbb Birmingham 2020.

Of the 400 exhibitors, only a few were chosen to receive recognition for the best stand. For the second consecutive year, Acquabella was named the Best Bathroom Stand with an area over 50 sqm, this award recognises the innovative stand design and assembly work, developed entirely by Acquabella’s team.

The stand wowed visitors as Acquabella showcased its latest products. Under the slogan “Acquabella Store”, the company created a fashion boutique concept to present its latest bathroom collections. Acquabella used fitting rooms to house its latest products and boxes to represent counters, creating a welcoming atmosphere for the visitor.

The Smart Quiz shower tray was a key attraction for visitors. A recent winner of the iF DESIGN AWARD, Smart Quiz captured attention thanks to its with its incredible design. This shower tray was also selected by kbb Birmingham as Hero Design.

In addition, Acquabella was invited to participate as an outstanding brand that demonstrates how the industry is adapting to allow a high level of customization, a frequent topic throughout the show. Acquabella presented ‘Belief’ and showed a bathroom design that reflected the ‘belief’ in the perfect union between the avant-garde offered by the Quiz collection and the simple elegance of the Urban style.

With its commitment to innovation and continual improvement, Acquabella is one of the leading brands in the manufacture of shower trays and complete solutions for bathrooms. The company currently exports to more than 40 countries, has tripled its revenues over the past 6 years and has added more than 200 employees to its roster, with a particular focus on young workers.

www.acquabella.com/en/

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Nuance from Bushboard showcased at kbb

April 28, 2020

Bushboard’s award-winning Nuance trimless bathroom panels celebrated its 10th birthday during kbb. Nuance is a unique patented collection that is specified widely across all bathroom markets as the leading alternative to ceramic tiling and was prominent on the stand.

This 100% waterproof, trim-less wall panelling system is available in a range of innovative decors. It’s cleverly designed to look virtually seamless thanks to its smart jointing and preformed edges.

No ugly trims are necessary which gives Nuance the look and feel of more expensive or tricky to fix materials. In timed trials Nuance is six times faster to install than ceramic tiling and to demonstrate this Bushboard offers a trial-room installation service for larger contract customers; a service that has produced 100 per cent take-up rate with specifiers.

www.bushboard.co.uk

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Busbboard produce over 25 miles of worktops and surfacing products each week to enhance the homes of customers across the UK.

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Shower trays in glazed titanium-steel from Bette

April 28, 2020

Bette manufactures a wide range of glazed titanium-steel shower trays and flush-to-floor shower areas, in a huge choice of sizes and colours, and so durable that they have a 30 year warranty.

The extensive range of colours includes 22 matt shades to coordinate with the latest trends in flooring. They are easy to clean, sustainable, 100% recyclable and Bette has also developed an almost invisible anti-slip surface: BetteAnti-slip Pro.

Bette’s smart BetteUpstand solution means that no silicone is needed between the shower tray and the wall. The BetteUpstand is part of the shower tray and is made to order to meet the installation requirements.

Bette has also introduced an installation system that makes it faster and easier to install its shower trays. The Minimum Support can be ordered pre-attached to any BetteFloor, BetteFloor Side or BetteUltra shower tray and is then simply glued to the screed or wooden floor.

Sustainability is central to Bette’s approach, and this is confirmed by the company’s Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) which complies with ISO 14025 and EN15804.For more information see www.my-bette.com/en telephone 0844 800 0547 or email info@bette.co.uk

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Introducing Pinnacle8 additions

April 28, 2020

UK showering solutions manufacturer, Kudos, is expanding its collection of Pinnacle8 luxury shower enclosures to include a true quadrant and centrefold designs.

Pinnacle8 is an elegant range of semi-frameless enclosure models that initially offered hinged and sliding door options to suit recessed and corner installations. Now Kudos has added two true quadrant designs to the collection for the first time which will fit on to 550 radius quadrant shower trays including Kudos’ own Kstone and new Connect2. The new quadrants come in 900mm and an offset version 1200x900mm in size. They are also adding three sizes of a new centre-fold enclosure design too; 800mm, 900mm and 1000mm in width.

At 2000m in height, the Pinnacle8 collection offers enclosure sizes ranging from 760mm to 1800mm. All models feature crystal clear seals and 8mm toughened safety glass throughout which is treated with Lifeshield™, a lifetime protective coating for easy cleaning. The collection is also covered by a lifetime guarantee, nationally supported by the regionally based sales team, retail support team and by the experienced people at their UK head office and factory.

Pinnacle8 enclosures have been designed to be easy to install with a slimline wall profile with fully concealed fixings maintaining 20mm wall adjustment. SmartSeal technology is used on the crystal clear seals and glass-to-glass corner join seals, to ensure a clean uninterrupted finish and a water tight bond. Kevlar impregnated pins are used in the rise and fall chromed hinges for consistently smooth opening and closing of the glass doors and aircraft grade stainless steel roller bearings are used in all sliding doors for smooth action and longevity.

Kudos Shower Products Ltd has been designing and manufacturing shower products at their Cumbrian facility since 1999. Their portfolio includes shower enclosures, shower trays, over-bath screens and wet-room solutions sold via KBB showrooms and merchants across the UK. Visit their website kudosshowers.co.uk, call them on 01539 564040 or email info@kudosshowers.co.uk

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Stunning shower solutions

April 28, 2020

Designed to bring the industrial trend to life, the new Kinedo Brooklyn shower cubicle range (pictured above) offers a desirable showering solution for mid to high-end specifications. Available in two colour options – industrial chic with a black version; and, grey profiles and chrome shower giving the traditional a modern twist – Brooklyn features transparent glass on the grey version and black silk screen printed lines on the black version. Its clever design and quality fixtures mean assembly is quick and simple, without silicone and predominately without screws. This robust cubicle comes with pivot or sliding door, white Biocryl shower tray with chrome waste, metal handles and a choice of profile colour, shower and glass, to create the perfect look for any bathroom.

Another new Kinedo range is Kocoon (picture above), a self-contained shower cubicle featuring luxury shower walls with a chrome frame, low level shower tray and overhead rain shower, handset and valve in one package to provide a stunning centrepiece in the bathroom. Whether for domestic customers, accommodation providers or manufacturers of modular buildings the Kocoon is a contemporary, designer shower solution that stands out from the rest. Available in a choice of three coloured shower wall options, including a tile pattern that makes for a stunning feature wall using on-trend natural colours in grey, grey with tile pattern and beige with tile pattern. The low level shower trays are textured for safe showering and available in two modern colours; white and taupe to complement the walls. An exceptional quality, ultra-thin rainshower head is supplied part of the whole package. A modern square shape it is manufactured from stainless steel and combines with an exposed thermostatic valve with mixer handles and an integrated handset and hose. An anti-twist hose features on the handset for ease of use, whilst the valve doubles up as a handy shelf for easy storage of – and access to – bottles of bathroom products.

Saniflo Kinedo Kinesurf Pietra — Saniflo Kinesurf

For shower trays, the new lightweight Saniflo Kinesurf Pietra shower tray is a simple, classic design for the mid-market featuring a stunning mineral textured surface. This versatile shower tray is available in four colours – white, black, anthracite and grey – and is easy to cut at just 40mm thick. The Kinesurf Pietra can be teamed up with matching wall panels if required. The grainy Biocryl surface is reinforced with Biotec, a high density polymer that is also used to reinforce the ultra-flat stainless steel waste to match the tray colour. Multiple sizes in square and rectangular shapes can be specified from the compact 800mm to the walk-in1800mm. With good surface grip, the Kinesurf Pietra offers peace of mind for users and the minimalist design blends perfectly into any bathroom, creating the perfect showering experience.

For a copy of the brochure detailing all the new models please call the Saniflo Technical Team on 020 8842 0033.

To see more please see the Kinedo website on www.kinedo.co.uk

Kaldewei shower solutions – easy, flexible and secure

April 28, 2020

Kaldewei shower solutions – the perfect choice for sustainable steel enamel shower surfaces

Kaldewei shower solutions deliver added sizes, ultra-flat waste fittings and even more solutions for easy installation, there are now over 100,000 options to choose from when designing a floor-level shower area. From coloured enamelled shower surfaces in XXL sizes to the pre-assembled Kaldewei Nexsys 4-in-1 system that consists of a waste channel, sloping support, sealing and an enamelled shower surface for simple and fast installation (pictured top).

Kaldewei caronaplan — *Kaldewei Cayonoplan in Lava Black matt with Kaldewei Secure Plus anti-slip finish and Puro inset countertop washbasins*

Flexible shower solutions

The Kaldewei Cayonoplan shower surface (pictured above) adapts to many different structural requirements. For instance, if adequate height is available it can be installed at floor level or can be easily installed directly on top of the floor tiles. Thanks to 22 different dimensions, its laterally-positioned waste outlet and ultra-flat tray support for the easiest possible assembly, the Cayonoplan is the ideal solution available in a generous range of sizes, 100% recyclable and comes with a 30-year guarantee. Also available in the exclusive matt shades of the Coordinated Colours Collection, shown here in Lava Black matt with Kaldewei Secure Plus, a virtually invisible anti-slip finish, for safe footing in the shower.

Sustainable bathroom design

All Kaldewei steel enamel bathroom solutions are supplied with a 30-year guarantee, which is an important aspect of sustainability as well as being 100% recyclable, made from natural raw materials: steel and glass. Kaldewei steel enamel is extremely strong and durable, as well as being scratch, impact, heat and chemical resistant.

Steel enamel is a highly sustainable material, which makes a noticeable contribution to conserving resources and is ideal for sustainably designed buildings, which is why Kaldewei has been awarded an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD), which complies with IS0 14025 and EN15804.

For more information please call Kaldewei on 01480 498053 or visit www.kaldewei.co.uk

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Mobile solutions from Hewi

April 28, 2020

The rooms of a hotel should be as individual as the guests. HEWI offers the possibility of flexibly adapting the bathrooms to the needs of the guests. If a guest requires support, the mobile shower seats and support folding handles can be integrated quickly and easily into the respective room (see top image). The proven fastening technology is easy to use and does not require any tools.

Cleaning staff can quickly and easily add and remove the mobile folding support handles and shower seats.

If they are no longer required, a discreet cover cap conceals the permanently installed mounting plate. This allows hoteliers to increase their occupancy rate by allocating barrier-free rooms to all guests without them even noticing. The mobile solutions offer the same functionality as permanently installed support folding handles and shower seats (see bottom image).

Of course, the mobile solutions also offer maximum flexibility in the field of professional care and in the home. Mobile shower seats and folding support handles are available in various designs and versions and thus enable optimal solutions for all requirements.

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RAK-FEELING – live life in colour

April 23, 2020

RAK Ceramics launched colour into its portfolio at kbb with the introduction of RAK-Feeling.

In a world that has long been dominated by white sanitaryware, RAK-Feeling is a complete collection of shower trays, enclosures and valves, washbasins, brassware, WCs and bidet, made with innovative materials and available in a range of colours to give consumers the freedom to express themselves by adding flair and personality to their bathroom.

Imagine your ideal bathroom where quality and harmony merge with functionality to give you the utmost comfort and then imagine it in colour. RAK-Feeling is the complete collection of shower trays and washbasins, water closets and bidet, made with innovative materials and co-ordinated colours to perfect your moments of relaxation in a total look ambience.

Alongside Matt White, the range is also available in Matt Greige, Matt Cappuccino, Matt Grey and Matt Black, RAK-Feeling is where quality and harmony merge with functionality to create a bathroom of the utmost comfort, in colour.

RAK-Feeling countertop wash basins with slim edges will enhance any modern bathroom and are finished with an exclusive matt glaze, matching exactly with RAK-Feeling shower trays. Designed to create a spa-like finish with elegant and contemporary lines the flush-to-the-floor shower trays are made of RAKSOLID, a durable material composed of a mixture of natural minerals and resins, with an anti-slip smooth finish.

The perfectly colour matched WCs and bidet and beautiful brassware offer the perfect final touch for a total look bathroom where harmony accompanies those all-important moments of relaxation.

Contact:

RAK Ceramics UK

01730 237850

www.rakceramics.com/uk/

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Acquabella helps fight COVID-19

April 16, 2020

Acquabella, best known as a manufacturer of shower trays is helping the fight against COVID-19 by producing PPE (personal protective equipment).

Spanish brand Acquabella (recently awarded European Company of the Year at the EBA Awards) has voluntarily joined the initiative promoted by the professional 3D printer distributor, Sicnova. This firm called for anyone with 3D printing technology to manufacture medical accessories to help assist against the lack of protective material in Spanish health centers, residences, public institutions, and security forces.

In Castellón there are currently 155 printers and four organisations that have requested individual protection visors or face masks for their health or elderly-care personnel.

Acquabella is company that is skilled in the avant-garde production and design of shower trays and bathroom furniture, however with its production temporarily halted, Acquabella’s priority is to protect doctors and healthcare teams.

Juan José Benavent, CEO of Acquabella, confirmed they saw this opportunity “through social networks” and decided to “contact them immediately to collaborate.”

Acquabella was assessed and enrolled by Sicnova, following approval it received materials such as a coil of PLA, EVA rubber (avoids direct contact of the visor with the skin), acetates to place in the visor, and a bag to store the printed pieces.

3D printers work by melting a thread (PLA coil) and the printer ensures that it acquires the desired shape, Acquabella is producing supports for the forehead – the transparent protector (acetate) is then put in place and a rubber band is attached to secure the visor to the back of the head.

Juan José Benavent, CEO of Acquabella commented “We have not changed direction or industry, we simply have a 3D printer that we can use to make prototypes, so we are using it to manufacture these face shields. We started on Wednesday because Sicnova had a queue, as they received 9,000 requests, and could not supply us all with the raw material. The van that distributes the material is the same van that collects them once manufactured.”

Acquabella can make an average of 40 or 50 protectors a day “It is like a normal printer, you send a PDF document and it comes out as desired. In this case, you put what you want and make a three-dimensional drawing that allows you to create the transparent masks, we are pleased to be in a position to help, and to demonstrate Acquabella’s commitment to the unity of effort that the health crisis demands.”

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