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ANNUAL PRODUCT GUIDE
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Mira’s Montpellier with 12” delugeshowerhead provides the ultimate inshowering luxury.
For more information on this and otherproducts from Mira, see pages 26-27.
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COMPLETE BATHROOM SUPPLIERS
BATHROOM FURNITURE
TAPS, SHOWERS & WETROOMS
TILES & SURFACES
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0121 328 6824
www.impulsebathrooms.com
c o m p l e t e b a t h r o o m s
The Impulse Bathrooms range offers high
quality and distinctive styling at
competitive prices and with excellent margins
for retailers. In addition to a wide range of
ceramic suites in styles from contemporary to
nostalgic, Impulse Bathrooms also offers a
selection of baths, six brassware ranges, all
precision engineered with ceramic disc fittings
and compliant with BS/EN200, BS69200 and
the Water Supply (water fittings) Regulations.
The company has been established in the
UK for over 15 years and has recently moved
to larger premises with much improved
warehouse and admin facilities to meet the
rising demand for its products.
Impulse Bathrooms leads the way in water
saving with its 4.5/3 litre dual flush cistern.
This not only saves water but also delivers the
required volume and flow rate to ensure an
effective flush that will fully clear the pan and
still deliver the 2.5 litres of trailing water
required to ensure that soil reaches the drains.
To answer demand for products for the
elderly and less able, they have introduced a
DocM pack that meets all the regulations for
accessible bathrooms
Impulse offers a full marketing package to
support customers including an impressive
and informative bathroom book, display deals
and a showroom design service.
The Pedigree Eco is an economy suiteideally suited for the social housing andcontract markets. It features theImpulse water saving 4.5/3 litre flush.
The Radius Deluxefeatures rounded
styling and smoothcurves and has a
distinctive andfashionable slimline
highline cistern. Itfeatures European
styling with distinctivelines and subtly
rounded corners.
Recent additions to theproduct range includeComfort where basins andWCs are set slightly higherthan usual to reflect the factthat we are all taller than wewere 50-100 years ago and formore comfortable use bythose with limited mobility.
Constance features a modern squareshape with subtly rounded corners to
add an appealing softness.
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c o m p l e t e b a t h r o o m s
0113 239 4447
www.ceramicagalassia.com
Left: M2 by designer RomanoAdolini combines the clean linesof minimalism with the currentlyfashionable rounded look. Thefloor mounted WC suite has acistern that is just 250mm widewhile the rounded pan has aspace saving 60cm projection.The back to wall pan and bidetoffer even better use of spacewith a 45cm projection and35cm width. The M2 rangeincludes wash basins in 50, 60and 70cm sizes that can be wallor pedestal mounted plus a450mm quadrant corner basinthat is perfect for smallerbathrooms.
Launching Galassia into the UK in 2008
may have seemed a risky strategy to the
faint hearted but the company had the
foresight to see that there was a market
here for Italian designer bathroom products
that stand out from the mainstream.
The Galassia combination of quality,
eye catching designs and decent margins
for stockists has built up loyal partnerships
with showrooms that continue to pay good
dividends – not just for retailers and
installers but also for homeowners who
are happy with the products they have
bought and are likely to recommend them
to others.
Left & above: The Midas 650 by 500mm oval rimlessbasin and sculpted pedestal makes a stunning focalpoint in any bathroom. Also in the range are two flatbased oval basins with the option of matching standswith supports that follow the pedestal design.Completing the suite is a choice of back to wall or wallhung WCs and bidets plus a floor standing WC andcistern.
Midas demonstrates Galassia’s glazing skills.Finishes include two tone platinum with white, twotone basins in black and white, matt or high gloss goldwith black or all gloss black. In addition there is achoice of pastels in blue, green, yellow or lilac withwhite.
Right: Designed by AntonioPascale, the Meg 11 collectionby Galassia introduces a softer,
more elegant line into thebathroom without sacrificing
the ideals of minimalism.Rounded corners and sweeping
lines coupled with the flair ofItalian design create a fresh,
modern look. The suiteincludes baths, sanitaryware,
basins, shower trays, furnitureand accessories for totalbathroom design. Basin
options include floor and wallmounted models plus
countertop versions in a fullrange of sizes. WCs and bidetsare available wall hung or backto wall and there is also a close
coupled WC and cistern. Thefurniture collection includes
vanity units and storagemodules in high gloss lacquer
finishes.
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RAK Ceramics has just launched Opulence, a stunning new collection designed to offer acombination of practical choice and luxurious styling in the bathroom. The new
collection is a design collaboration between UK designer Phil Allen and Rob Jull, RAK UK’sMD. The range is a clear statement to the industry that RAK Ceramics intends to grow itssanitaryware offering to match its world leading status for ceramic and porcelain tiles.
Characterised by its one piece, integral appearance, the Opulence suite blends soft,flowing curves and clean lines through individual pieces that work together in subtleharmony. This elegant, minimalist look also offers the practical values of easy cleaning andmaintenance without detracting from its good looks.
The cistern has a ceramic integrated cover that conceals the inner plastic tank. Thisreduces the condensation that usually builds up on the surface when cold water enters the cistern.
The luxury moulded seat has a soft close action and top fixings for easy cleaning andmaintenance. The close coupled WC pan is fully back to wall to give a sleek, seamless lookbetween the pan and the cistern.
Rob Jull, RAK UK’s MD, says Opulence is a suite for today’s more discerning customer.“Today’s bathroom products have to achieve much more for the user in terms of visualappreciation and functionality. The Opulence range has a very special feature with two
versions of the basin and an array of grooming accessories for him and her. There are threebasin sizes for each style, starting at 58cm wide with a super slim full or half pedestal; themid-size 80cm console and the extra wide 100cm console. The complete basin offering isdesigned for both sexes. The launch WCs feature a fabulous back to wall close coupledversion with lidless cistern and contoured soft close seat. Any of the basins can be mountedonto or into a solid top like RAK’s porcelain slabs - ideal for those who want more worktopspace.”
The success of RAK Ceramics in the bathroom and kitchen markets has come fromoffering unparalleled value for money. This has given the brand substantial volume in itslower price tag designs. Opulence will be added to the already successful RAKEliteCollection, which features Infinity and Reserva – premium product ranges that have already penetrated the marketplace at a higher level and introduced RAK’s design skills to awider audience.
Luxury Living with Opulence
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c o m p l e t e b a t h r o o m s
01730 237850
www.rakceramics.co.uk
RAK Ceramics is well known for its high quality porcelain and ceramic tileproducts with a variety of design led ranges for a multitude of interior
and exterior applications. Radisson Hotels feature the stunning Paradoxporcelain range in the newly designed Bijou Bar at the Radisson Heathrow.The semi polished contemporary metallic finish adds an atmosphericambience to the whole venue.
The new Dolomite range is a well priced contemporary design withthe same impact. The range includes a fashionable 20 by 50cm ceramicwall tile that can be used for a more economic solution where a greaterquantity of tiles is required.
Dolomite porcelain floor tiles provide strength and reliability in a 30by 60cm format that minimises grout lines to give a clean, unbroken look. Dolomite is available in four attractive colours - Ivory, Brown, Greyand Black.
RAK has also introduced two new 10 by 10cm ceramic ranges. Lotusand Tip Top are both excellent value for money. There are four colours inLotus and seven colours in Tip Top so each range can be used to create avariety of co-ordinated patterns or colour zones, giving a versatile designoption for any interior application.
RAK Ceramics continues to go from strength to strength with its tile production. For the second year in a row, RAK Ceramicsis officially No.1 in the rankings of the top 25 ceramic tilemanufacturers in 2010 with a total production output of 117 million square metres achieved in 2010. RAK Ceramicsproduction output has increased from 115 million sq.m in 2009 to117 million sq.m to 2010 through its well-executed and sustainablestrategic plans.
On the tiles
RAK Ceramics offers affordable luxury with
stunning new products designed to create
added value for the customer.
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01530 830080
www.roca.com
c o m p l e t e b a t h r o o m s
Drain News is a revolutionary waste system thatdisplays the amount of water that has passed through it– making the user aware of how much or how little isbeing used. Flow meters on the hot and cold inlet pipesmeasure the amount of water being supplied to thetap and the resulting date is transmitted wirelessly to areceiver in the waste fitting which then displays thenumber of litres used. The screen resets after each useand can be operated with rechargeable batteries.Drain News can be retro fitted.
Roca is a leading global bathroom brand, not
only renowned for its cutting edge design and
technology but also for commitment to the
environment that puts the company at the
forefront of the industry. In 2010 Roca created the
We Are Water Foundation. The Foundation’s
objectives are to raise awareness among institutions
and the general public about the need for a new
and sustainable culture of water saving and also to
encourage general involvement in activities to
minimise the negative effects of the lack of water
resources.
Roca employs more than 18,700 people, has
71 production plants and is present in over 135
countries across five continents. The company’s
Innovation Lab produces a continuous stream of
ground breaking bathroom concepts and this work
alongside Roca’s ongoing relationship with
prestigious designers, architects and interior
designers has further contributed to the company’s
worldwide success.
Here is a small selection from Roca’s substantial
product portfolio.
The Amberes freestanding basin with co-ordinating tap hasbeen designed so that it can stand anywhere in a room. Ithas aesthetically pleasing, almost fluid lines, making it a truestatement piece. The highly individual joystick tap provides aflow rate of eight litres per minute, making Amberesefficient, practical and ultra stylish.
Created by Antonio Bullo, TheGap combines functionality and
versatility with contemporarystyling, offering a complete
solution for modern bathrooms.The Gap is an original classic
white suite given acontemporary look with a
minimalist design form andsmooth, clean lines. The Gap
range also includes co-ordinating baths and
furniture.
H&H is Roca’s latest bathroomfurniture proposal and is a
modern and practical rangethat offers style led storage
solutions. Designed tocomplement Roca’s Hall and
Happening basins, H&Hincludes 11 modular basin units
in various sizes and formats aswell as a co-ordinating columnunit. The units are available in
Gloss Walnut, Gloss AnthraciteGrey and Gloss Beige finishes.
Evol is a single lever tap seriesfrom Roca that pushes designboundaries, emphasising thebrand’s commitment toinnovation in the bathroom.Designed by Antonio Bullo, Evoltakes the tap back to its simplestform with water flowingthrough an open spout. It has aflow rate of six litres per minute.
DRAIN NEWS
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seats for your senseswww.pressalit.com
AutoClose® by Pressalit
Open up to an unexpected finish
The new AutoClose® function by Pressalit ends the debate between
the sexes; should the seat be left up or down? The seat and cover
close automatically after use. As long as the sensor registers a
user the cover will remain open – for 1+1/2 minutes as a minimum.
Afterwards the smart soft close mechanism integrated into the seat
ensures that it quietly closes onto the pan. Finally it’s the end of
slamming toilet seats.
Unique, minimalistic design
The AutoClose® function comes with the toilet seat Modern Art
which is an elegant and luxurious seat that unifies the best quality,
functionality and design – the trademark of Pressalit Seats.
Modern Art with AutoClose® suits most pans.
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f u r n i t u r e
01226 446000
www.aquadibathrooms.com
The Aquadi bathroom catalogue includes a wide rangeof accessories such as sanitaryware and mirrors toprovide a one stop solution for bathroom furniture andthe essential finishing touches. Shown here areilluminated mirrors, feature glass shelves, a sit on bowland a tall tap.
Welcome to Aquadi, the new name for
stylish bathroom furniture coming
soon from The Symphony Group. Aquadi
includes all the furniture and accessories
needed to design the perfect bathroom
sanctuary. The collection brings together
three independent portfolios of bathroom
furniture in the same catalogue to provide
bathroom designers with a choice of over
25 ranges covering modular fitted and
freestanding formats.
The Lindo Collection represents the
latest design trends and offers
contemporary designer furniture at
outstanding prices. This collection has been
developed to incorporate modular and
fitted furniture that work in harmony
alongside each other.
The Venetian Collection specialises in
traditional fitted furniture and offers 18
ranges that can be floorstanding or wall
hung. Italian designed Ravello® is a luxury
collection of individual bathroom furniture
available in a striking grained oak or dark
wenge finish.
Aquadi is the new brand for bathroom
furniture from The Symphony Group Plc,
the UK's largest privately owned furniture
manufacturer. Among the benefits of being
an Aquadi retailer is access to all three
portfolios of bathroom products at fantastic
prices, so be inspired by the product quality
and reliable service. The Symphony Group
welcome you to create the perfect
partnership with Aquadi.
Dramatic gloss black modulesfrom the Lindo Collection arecombined here to createcontemporary linear styling withstunning contrast from glosswhite worktops. Serano Blackworks well with either a glossblack cabinet (shown) or withgloss white.
The luxury Ravello® Collection includes shelvingunits, vanity tables, storage cupboards and lift up
mirrored cupboards. Each element is elegantlydesigned to provide the perfect bathroom solution.
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Larino from The Lindo Collection is a sensational walnutdoor, shown here on the new fitted furniture conceptfrom Aquadi. This contemporary design provides aflush finish that creates the perfect bathroom design.These units benefit from increased storage space andare available in a wide range of sizes. WCs, basins, taps,illuminated mirrors and feature glass shelves are allavailable from Aquadi.
The mirror-like reflective qualities of Serano Whitefrom The Lindo Collection give an impression oflight and space in this smart apartment setting.
These two double door modules are part of a suiteof modular units available in eight different rangesand can be combined with three cabinet colours.
With its contemporary grain and the timeless beauty ofoak, Tahiti Oak from The Venetian Collection is ideal formodern family living. Tahiti Oak is one of 18 rangesavailable in The Venetian Collection which can be wallhung or floor standing.
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01661 842304
Pelipal® is an expert atunderstanding and responding to
market trends. The new System4000 in the P-Con3 range
channels the latest cool, modernspa look and is an extensivemodular system that can be
tailored to suit every taste andspace. As with all Pelipal®
collections, P-Con3 offers tradepartners a winning combination
of furniture that combinesfunctionality and innovation with
aesthetics and longevity.
With over 100 years of history, family run
bathroom furniture manufacturer
Pelipal® has plenty of experience in meeting
the needs of both the customer and the trade.
As a leading brand in Europe and one of
Germany’s most successful bathroom
manufacturers, Pelipal® is renowned for high
tech manufacturing, excellent design and high
standards.
Pelipal® furniture is designed on the
principle that every customer is an individual
and each space is unique. This has resulted in a
collection that provides flexibility in both
design and taste. Each and every bathroom
designed with Pelipal® will be as unique as the
individual it has been created for.
One of the major strengths of Pelipal® is
the belief that good design should be available
to all. An in house design team and active
investment in the latest manufacturing
technology has given the company the ability
to push the boundaries in bathroom design and
provide top end specification bathroom
furniture at competitive price points.
By uniting high standards, competitive
pricing and flexibility, Pelipal® provides an
unbeatable portfolio for UK retailers. A
collection that can be tailored to the individual
in terms of design and affordability is a
collection that grows with a business and can
strengthen the reputation of the showroom.
Pelipal® works alongside InHouse to provide
faultless delivery, full support, exclusive trading
areas, the benefits of German design and
engineering and proactive marketing and PR
support.
Pelipal® has invested inadvanced manufacturingtechnology which allowscurved high gloss doors tobe available at a midmarket price. LaserTecedge technology createsperfect seamless joints – asshown here in theglamorous Primadonnacollection. Clever designunites aesthetic form withfunction and includesconsideration for everydetail from the highestquality fixtures to theflexibility of internalstorage.
Lights FantasticClever ambient LED lighting is adistinctive feature of the Loa range.This range includes a large selectionof mirror cabinets and mirrors,providing many opportunities forcreative design. Loa is available in arange of finishes.
The new Tiva range is a combinationof truly exceptional design andinnovation from Pelipal®. The
contemporary lines of cabinets aregently softened in the Tiva range,
echoing the soft ambient light createdby the innovative integrated LED
lighting, to create the ultimatesanctuary. Stylish single or double
white mineral marble basins, in widthsup to 1500cm, crown the elegant
vanity cabinets, available in white oranthracite high gloss and a choice offour horizontal wood grain finishes in
wall hung or freestanding furniture.
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0121 706 5750
www.merewaybathrooms.co.uk
Cabinets are made toorder by skilled
craftsmanship deliveringexcellent product
quality. With fast leadtimes of as little as five
working days, it’s easy tosee why retailers use
Mereway Bathrooms astheir furniture supplier.
For more than 10 years Mereway
Bathrooms has been manufacturing
Bathroom furniture for the UK market
from its Birmingham based production
facility. In recent years the brand has gone
from strength to strength expanding and
changing within its core market, remaining
strong and competitive, consistently driving
forward in today’s difficult economic
climate. As a business Mereway Bathrooms
has maintained a programme of continual
development, attributed to many factors but
particularly to the company’s dedicated
focus on supporting independent retailers
and their needs.
In line with this Mereway Bathrooms
sees part of its attraction to dealers in
products coming from UK manufacturing
facilities, not just assembly of pre purchased
components. They take pride in the
manufacturing processes, with doors and
cabinets being created to order on site.
Within the factory, Mereway Bathrooms
employs a dedicated team that carefully
manages individual orders through
processes such as cutting, drilling, edging,
gluing, sanding, machining, routing and
trimming. Each order is then carefully
packaged and delivered fully rigid and ready
for fitting making the job much easier for
installers. Every effort is taken to develop
and improve these processes, with processes
like pre -cutting worktops and fascias to
order, so there is minimal work to be carried
out on site with consumers receiving their
bathrooms with less mess and in less time.
What these processes offer Mereway
Bathrooms outlets is control and flexibility
with orders, exceptionally short lead times at
just five days or less for most orders and
each delivered by the company’s own fleet
of trucks and employed drivers.
“Mereway Bathrooms offer retailers
peace of mind that their orders will be
delivered in excellent condition, on time
and correct. As a UK manufacturer, it’s easy
for us to have complete and total control of
orders and finished product quality.”
comments Tim Wood, Sales & Marketing
Director “With each cabinet being
manufactured to order and with the
facilities to produce specials and reduced
Below: Mereway Bathrooms product is delivered byemployed drivers and company owned trucks day afterday. Reliability in the delivered product quality andensuring orders arrive complete and on time are just afew of many services the business focuses on.
Right: Mereway Bathrooms operates as a separatecompany in new 30,000 sq. ft. premises less thanone mile from the main site, offering even greater
production, storage and office space.
mereway bathrooms
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depth units for example, its clear to see why
retailers, plumbers, fitters and merchants
find Mereway Bathrooms products easy to
install. Cabinets are supplied rigid and we
offer time saving services such as pre cut
fascias and solid surfaces cut to order, thus
offering some of the shortest lead times in
the business,” Tim continues. “We
consistently stay ahead of the game with
the breadth of products available and our
dedication to customer service. You will
struggle to find a supplier that ticks all the
boxes but we work hard to deliver quickly
and efficiently every time.”
Mereway Bathrooms offers a range of 32
doors with finishes that span over ten ranges
- 18 laminate, eight Fusion composite and
nine solid surface worktops, basins,
brassware and a broad selection of handles
and accessories to suit, demonstrating the
wide choice of traditional and contemporary
designs available.
Continuing to inspire by design, leading
British furniture manufacturer Mereway
Bathrooms ‘Infinity’ range offers one of the
broadest collections of premium quality
cabinets, basins, sanitaryware and
accessories available to the retailer today.
The complete Infinity range includes 23
fabulous satin, gloss, woodgrain and glass
door styles with ten carcass options to
contrast or complement. The range includes
an extensive number of both fitted and
modular style cabinets from the stunning
Linea double basin units and midi unit
options, through to 12 tall unit
configurations in a combination of 220, 320
or 520mm depths. The design possibilities
are endless as the range offers absolute
flexibility with floor standing, fitted or wall
hung options.
Innovative storage solutions are also
included in the range and include ceramic
beauty trays for storing odds and ends and
cosmetics, Internal cabinet lights with auto
on/off function that are self adhesive for easy
application and battery powered to
eliminate the need for wiring. Practical
storage features like the pull down tissue
holders that neatly store tissue rolls out of
sight are just a small selection of space
saving and storage solutions on offer.
At the other end of the range is the
freestanding Synergy collection which can
be configured to create a bathroom or
vanity design that suits exact requirements
and tastes. Synergy is available in eight
stunning finishes and comes in six cabinet
designs that can be combined to good
effect, to contrast or complement each
other. These designs include the Aura
420mm compact hinged door unit with
solid surface worktop and round vessel
ceramic basin; Brisa a compact 460mm
squared two drawer unit and the Solana
650mm wide 2 drawer cabinet with
rectangular ceramic basin. All come
complete with feature back panel, mirror
and glass shelf. Also available is the Mini
Brisa unit at just 325mm square in size, and
midi unit which is incredibly versatile.
Synergy looks fabulous as stand alone units
or as a combination of two or three in a run.
All Mereway Bathrooms products are
covered by a 5 year guarantee with
brochures and price list available to view
online or request via their website.
Right: Infinity Sargasso; anelegant shaker style door offers
customers something moreluxurious at the premium end ofthe range with its character and
finishes including Walnut andLight Oak veneer, as well a
smooth White painted door, allwith matching cabinets.
Above: Synergy freestanding furniture offers greatflexibility because it is compact, easy to plan and quickto install. Designs can be supported with furthercabinets without basins, allowing further storage unitsto be planned side by side to create desired shapes andsizes to suit.
Left: Aegean Gloss White is a beautiful, elegantsquare recessed pattern door in a white gloss foilwrapped finish. Beautifully traditional in style, Aegeanachieves a classic look with Fusion composite tops andupstands, white ceramic and nickel knobs andstunning new Cascata basin with back to wall pan. Therange is also available in White Satin, Warm Maple andWarm Cherry finishes.
Above: A keenly priced collection of bathroomfurniture; the timeless Java range offers absoluteversatility and looks amazing in modular wall hung orfitted formats. The full range includes five modernhorizontal woodgrain finishes; Driftwood, Light Oak,Warm Cherry, Sanded Oak and new Wenge;introduced to blend seamlessly with the existingcollection and all come with matching cabinet andlaminate worktop options. Shown here with stunningLinea gel cast twin basin.
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f u r n i t u r e
01268 476800
www.montrosefurniture.co.uk
ALL ABOUT MONTROSE - PRODUCTS & SERVICES● Wide range of finishes, ten wood grains, seven gloss and two satin. Five new finishes will be added in September 2011.● Eight door styles.● 18mm high density mfc carcasses on all units.● Rigid cam and dowel construction, optional supply for self assembly if requested.● Base unit depths 200, 290, 400 and 550mm.● Plinth heights 100 and 244mm.● Comprehensive range of unit widths and configurations, both fitted and modular.● All base units can be wall hung and come complete with hanging brackets.● Angular wall hung, cloakroom, WC and deluxe mirror units of particular interest to retailers.● Doors, drawers and fascias encapsulated in soft touch, scratch resistant, moisture resistant foil.● Montrose Cushion Closure on doors and drawers as standard.● Hi-Gloss laminate sand scratch resistant soft touch moisture resistant foil worktops available.● Full range of Corian worktops with the option of integral bowls and coved upstands.● Dual flush water saving cisterns.● Wide range of bath panels including offset and deluxe with removable front panels.● Co-ordinating sanitaryware supplied with pre cut and wrapped unit fascias.● All door styles and finishes one price.● 10-14 day standard delivery and chargeable five day fast track available to dealers.● Specials and special sizes available to displaying and promoting dealers.● Dedicated sales order processing and customer service department.● Lifetime guarantee.
Montrose is a long standing business,
focusing on its core market in bathroom
furniture. The company sells through a
controlled dealer network and is continually
developing its product portfolio. The range of
designs along with the quality and service on
offer are just some of the reasons why retailers
choose Montrose. If you think the time is right
to consider your bathroom furniture supplier,
Montrose still have opportunities for new
dealers in some areas of the UK – contact
details are shown below.
Fitted storage solutions.
Fitted furniture.
Modular furniture.
Modular storage systems.
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contact: 01268 476800www.montrosefurniture.co.uk
our business isbathroom furniture
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Innovative and style-led products fromEurocare are at the forefront of accessible
bathing.
Imminent Government changes in social care and cuts to
local authority budgets have meant that an increasing
number of elderly people and their families will be looking
for accessible bathroom solutions, presenting retailers with
a golden opportunity. At a time when most retailers are
feeling the pinch, many are looking for new ways to boost
sales. The ageing population and the increasing number of
elderly people who will be forced to remain in their own
homes mean that the provision of accessible bathing
equipment could be just the opportunity retailers are
looking for.
Choosing the right supplier is undoubtedly the key to
success in this fast growing and lucrative market. Doncaster
based Eurocare Showers is one of the UK’s leading
accessible bathing manufacturers. With many years of
experience in the design and manufacture of assistive
equipment, the company specialises in the manufacture of
bathing and showering solutions for a number of national
retailers. Historically retailers have been put off by accessible
bathing, perceiving it as a specialised area with
institutionalised products. In reality only a small percentage
of people require a specialist solution, providing a golden
opportunity for accessible bathing to be integrated into
mainstream bathroom retail. Working with a reputable
manufacturer who understands the retail market ensures
that retailers can offer customers the right product,
correctly installed first time. Eurocare has invested heavily in
product development over the last few years, designing
products that are practical as well as stylish. The company
also offers a range of training options for new and existing
customers, ranging from sales and technical to full
installation courses.
With two ranges to choose from, Eurocare is the only
company that manufactures both accessible baths and
showers in the UK. Dedicated to continuous development,
the company strives to deliver high quality products that
are innovative and suitable for a wide variety of users. The
walk-in bath range, Bathing by Eurocare, is a stunning
collection of innovative baths that have been created for
today’s modern living. Carefully designed and planned in
house, the baths set new standards in excellence and ease
of use. All undergo rigorous safety and water testing and
come with a lifetime guarantee for complete peace of mind.
The award winning range features the UK’s lowest entry
walk in bath currently available with a threshold of just
45mm. The extensive shower range offers the widest
selection of door, screen and enclosure options in the UK.
Renowned for versatility, Eurocare provides a made to
measure service as standard and can cater for virtually any
application. Offering speedy delivery and competitive
pricing, Eurocare is the company retailers can trust to take
care of all their accessible bathing and showering
requirements.
Shower enclosures are available in a choice of modern finishes and glazing styles.
Suitable for corner oralcove fitting, full
height sliding doorsmake barrier free
bathing easy and are astylish option for any
bathroom.
Half height showerdoors are required forthose who needassistance whenbathing. Inclusivelydesigned enclosures arefit for purpose andmade to measure asstandard.
01302 788684
www.eurocare-showers.com
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The same size as a conventional bath, the Jubilee canbe used to replace an existing tub with the minimum oftrouble and disruption.
Bathingmade easy The inbuilt seat in the Jubilee bath iscontoured for comfort and relaxation andmakes sitting down and standing up againeasier for users.
A hydrotherapy system adds a little luxury to a walk inbath and is excellent for easing aches and pains.
A very low threshold means Adagio Ancora makes bathingdifficulties a thing of the past as users can get in and outwith virtually no effort.
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www.vado-uk.com
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Vado’s Synergie range of basin, bath and showermixers have been a real hit with those who want thelatest in beautiful style led tap design. The Synergiewaterfall spout combined with the Identity digitalshower valve (pictured here) make a bold and elegantstyle statement in any bathroom.
For over 20 years Vado has continuously
evolved its design and development of
bathroom products for the domestic,
specification and international markets. The
company continues to grow globally,
selling to over 50 countries worldwide.
Vado taps, showers and accessories can be
found in luxury prestigious developments
all around the world. Offering stringent
quality assurance and competitive prices,
Vado has a comprehensive product
portfolio including brassware suitable for
UK low pressure systems. Products range
from traditional mixers to contemporary
designs that reflect the latest fashion trends
in interior design.
H2Eco is an effective water savingsolution suitable for almost every
product in the Vado portfolio.H2Eco reduces water consumption
without hampering productperformance and has the added
benefit of reduced utility bills.
The sleek digital Identity range from Vado isa guaranteed talking point at home or in acommercial property. Water flow andtemperature are controlled via a digital touchscreen that changes colour to reflect thetemperature of the water - a major safetybenefit. The range includes a large selectionof styles from flat to square, waterfall andclosed spouts, deck mounted and wallmounted plus thermostatic shower valves.
Vado’s range of bathroom cabinets featureminimalist design combined with highquality construction. With triple internalspace and two glass shelves, the cabinets area versatile and useful addition to anybathroom. Options include single door withor without light and double door with orwithout light. For added convenience, lightson the illuminated models are operated viathe mains switch.
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0870 9090 770
0870 9090 770 (brochure)
www.impeyshowers.com
The new Impey Aqua ScreenPure range is made from8mm toughened safety glassand can be used to create aspacious walk throughwetroom.
Impey Showers are the UK’s leading
wetroom specialist. For 15 years Impey
has pioneered the development of
wetroom floor technology and our floor
formers have been successfully installed in
over 250,000 locations throughout the UK.
Famed for our wetroom expertise below
the floor, we are now offering an enhanced
range of complementary showering
solutions. All new products were created in
the UK by our highly skilled teams of
designers, combining innovative designs
and the highest quality materials.
The new Frameless Enclosurerange offers the minimalist styling
of a wetroom panel with theadded screening of a fully
enclosed showering area. Shownhere is the 900mm frameless
hinged door with the 900mmframeless side panel.
Impey wetrooms are completely versatile andcan be installed in any size of room. Shown
here is the Aqua-Screen Pure 1000mm panelinstalled in an alcove.
Impey Showers is famed for its wetroom expertisebelow the floor and offers a revolutionary range of floorformers.
The new luxury wetroom brochure showshow Impey Showers is really moving thingsup a level.
NEW BROCHURE
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02476 639400
www.showerlux.co.uk
Nexus integrated allows the shower and enclosureto become one thanks to the new Odyssey valveand flush to the floor Trendline trays. Finished inchrome, the valve delivers an invigoratingshowering experience.
As part of Showerlux UK’s drive to offer the
complete luxury solution, the leading
bathroom brand has introduced a number of
exciting new products. Building on 35 years of
experience, the new shower valves, trays, radiators,
decorative waterproof panelling and doors and
enclosures have the kind of quality Showerlux
customers have come to expect. For added
customer reassurance, all Showerlux products are
backed by a ten year guarantee and comprehensive
after sales service. All doors and panels feature Glass
Shield, an easy clean protective coating that
ensures that the glass retains its sparkle.
Ignis slimline radiators and Showerwall waterproofpanelling can be seen in the new Showerlux brochure.Glass fronted, the Ignis radiator comes in a variety ofsizes and in 18 colour options including mirrored.
The Classic ChoiceAvailable in a range of configurations, Classic enclosureshave been designed to add a touch of elegance to anybathroom. Semi frameless glass panels and smoothopening outward hinge doors combine to create awelcoming showering environment.
NEW LOOK NEXUSShowerlux has relaunched the Nexus range of designer style enclosures and walk-ins. Manufactured using 10mmsafety glass, the Nexus Collection now incorporates smooth opening doors and integrated valves, creating theultimate showering experience.
The new Nexus doors feature solid brass rise andfall hinges so that the frameless doors float intoposition to provide a minimalist, waterproofshowering area. Perfect for recess situations, theclever hinge system allows for wall flush fitting,giving a wide opening and a streamlined finish.Alternatively, the Nexus doors can be combinedwith a glass panel to fill a recess or create a cornerenclosure.
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0844 243 4400
The Panacea range brings an exciting new look to theUK but will operate at low to medium pressure.Adjustable flow straighteners and click action wastesare featured on all basin options.
When it comes to taps, showers and
general water control, you can’t
choose a better name than Francis Pegler.
With a world wide reputation for
manufacturing high quality taps and
mixers, Pegler Yorkshire is well respected
for everything it does. In the bathroom,
Pegler Yorkshire taps add a touch of
fashionable class with smooth, easy to
control functions that assure excellent
performance for years to come.
The tall Strata monobloc basin mixer with clickwaste comes from the fashion led Chic Collection.
The Clever Collection pushes the boundaries ofEuropean design. Shown here is the Marina tall
monobloc basin mixer.
The Chic Collection is at the cutting edge of style andvery much at home in designer bathrooms.
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01491 572655
www.stuart-turner.co.uk
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Can We Help You?Pump Assist is a dedicated and friendly team ofhighly trained and experienced technical expertswith a wealth of industry knowledge. Equally athome dealing with trade, retailers, bathroomdesigners and members of the public, the PumpAssist team can help with the following:● Advice on choosing the right pump.● Installation advice.● Fault diagnosis and repair advice.● Finding a local stockist.● Contacting an approved service engineer.● Finding the right spare parts.● Extended guarantee registration.● FAQ’s and troubleshooting.
Established in 1906, Stuart Turner has over
100 years of engineering excellence and
manufacturing expertise in producing shower
and whole house water boosting pumps. The
company has earned a market leading
reputation for quality and reliability, so
choosing a Stuart Turner product means
investing in a name you can trust.
Continual investment in research and
development and in manufacturing capability
has ensured that Stuart Turner remains at the
forefront of design technology and product
innovation. Waterflo is a key new introduction
planned for September this year and will offer a
range of macerators and lifting stations.
Stuart Turner continues to offer the
Monsoon and Showermate shower pumps,
both of which have a range of performance
options to suit most requirements. Made to
very high standards and fully WRAS approved,
Stuart Turner pumps are 100 percent tested
before leaving the factory and are packed with
features such as low noise levels, anti-vibration
feet and safe, extra low voltage (SELV) controls
for built in safety.
All Stuart Turner products are supplied with
extended guarantees and are supported by
Pump Assist, who can help with technical and
installation advice and information on the
entire range of Stuart Turner products.
Thirty percent smaller than the standard sized Showermatepump, the Showermate Eco has found favour with installersdesigners and customers for its neat compact design and for theway it delivers good shower performance quietly and efficiently.
Available as either a 1.5 or 2.0 bar Twin or a 2.0 bar Single,Eco can be specified for a wide range of situations – includingsmaller and more confined spaces where using a larger pump canbe difficult. Eco pumps come with a two year guarantee – oneyear as standard, extended to two when registered online.
The Showermate range is further enhanced with the addition of threeUniversal pumps. The Universal twin pumps are designed to boost hotand cold water supplies to single showers, baths and basins withinnegative plumbing systems. Single universal pumps are ideal forboosting hot water supplies to baths, basins and kitchen mixer tapswhere the cold supply is mains fed. A single Universal installed in thehot water supply will improve the balance between hot and coldwater pressure, which in turn improves blending and overallperformance. Showermate pumps come with a two year guarantee(one year standard, extended to two when registered online).
The Wasteflo range of macerators and lifting stations will beavailable from September. Their compact design and lowoperating noise levels mean that Wasteflo products can belocated anywhere – even in bedrooms, loft spaces, stairwells,cellars and within kitchen or bathroom furniture – offering arange of flexible options to create a kitchen, bathroom or utilityanywhere in the home.
Extremely versatile, Wasteflo products are designed to besimple to install and come with a clever watertight cassettesystem that allows for easy and clean access, ensuring you canefficiently and cleanly remove waste water from the home.
0844 98 00 97(local call rate applies)
The original and still the best, brass bodied Monsoon pumps areavailable in twin and single models in both Universal or Standardversions and offer a wide range of performance options to cater for avariety of water systems. Monsoon pumps are designed to be systemfriendly and can be installed with confidence on almost all systems.The range comes with a five year guarantee – three years as standardwith an additional two years subject to simple online registration atwww.stuart-turner.co.uk/pump-assist/register-an-extended-guarantee.
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01684 853870
www.lakesbathrooms.co.uk
For the very latest in walk in showering, take
a tour of the new Coastline Collection by
Lakes Bathrooms. Made using 8mm safety
safety glass panels with AllClear® stay clean
coating as standard, the range brings light and
life into any bathroom.
The seven products in the new Walk-in
range from the Coastline Collection are
available in multiple variants, so many different
configurations are possible. The look is sleek,
minimalist and contemporary and all models
are straightforward to fit with discreet profiling
allowing for a high level of adjustability.
Flexible in application, the two metre high
enclosures are designed to fit with a low profile
tray or in a wet room. The range includes
various styles that work in an alcove, corner or
in straight wall mounted situations.
Retail prices start at just £307 for this high
quality 8mm glass range and enclosures are
now shipping on the company’s normal 24-48
hour delivery. To complement the Coastline
Collection, Lakes Bathrooms now offers a new
range of shower trays that combine high
quality with excellent design and great pricing.
The new ABS capped resin trays are now
available in an even greater range of sizes.
Andora delivers the walk in feeling of freedom. Let the light flood in with simple, stunning Cannes.
Attractive, clean lines are the design theme for Palma.Rhodes offers the ultimate in stylish showering.
Quality fittings complement the 8mm glass.
New low profile ABS trays are designed tocomplement products in the CoastlineCollection.
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The Shine Shower Panel Systemis available in 700, 800, 900,
1000 and 1200mm sizes sothere is something to suit everybathroom. All of the panels are
1900mm high and have acontemporary polished silver
effect frame.
As the UK’s leading supplier in shower
screens and enclosures, Aqualux Products
Ltd sets the standard in design and innovation.
The extensive ranges of well designed, high
quality products available include shower
enclosures, bath screens, shower trays and
steam cabins. Aqualux continues to focus on
providing price leading, innovative and
luxurious products to the bathroom industry
and ensures excellence in quality of
manufacture, meeting all safety standards and
providing outstanding after sales service to all
its customers.
The special Aquagleam coating from Aqualux is available on a
variety of models including those in the Shine and AquaSpace
ranges. Applied during the manufacturing process, this invisible
coating bonds to the glass surface to create a smooth barrier that
repels dirt, water and limescale, making cleaning quick and easy
and ensuring that the enclosure always looks as good as new.
The Organic walk-in enclosure from the AquaSpace range provides a luxurious andindulgent showering experience. The unusual shape of the enclosure creates gentlecurves that join the bathing and showering areas. This enclosure can be adapted to suita variety of designs as it can be installed with the Organic walk in tray whichincorporates a bamboo footboard in the drying area or used direct to a wet floor withthe Organic walk-in wet room conversion kit.
Ideal for bathrooms where floor space is limited, the Shine Bi-fold Door has a unique hingemechanism that folds back to create a large opening without jutting out into the room. The
clean lines and semi frameless styling will blend in with any bathroom design and like allenclosures in the Shine range the smoothly gliding 6mm toughened glass doors incorporate
gel magnetic seals to give a fully watertight closure.
The Shine Offset Quadrantenclosure is designed to occupyminimum floor space while offeringmaximum showering comfort andenjoyment. The compact enclosureis available in 900 by 760mm and1000 by 800mm sizes while thelarger model is available in 1200 by800mm and 1200 by 900mm sizes.
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01889 272180
www.intatec.co.uk
The Sulis range from Inta will add a touch of eleganceto any bathroom. Gentle curves and sleek lines are the
defining features. Behind its looks is the thermostaticreliability on which Inta has built its reputation. Withconcealed, exposed, over the bath, and basin mixer
options, the Sulis family can protect those in avulnerable position wherever the fittings are installed.
Intatec offers a range of taps, showers and
anti-scald mixing valves developed and
designed to bring style and safety to any
bathroom. Intatec showers are of high
quality and make a bold statement while
offering safe, consistent hot water
temperatures through Intatec’s exacting
anti-scald thermostatic protection.
The most recent innovation is Safe
Touch technology which is now included in
certain models. No part of the valve
becomes hot during use so it is always safe
to touch.
Inta’s Vue bath shower mixer is thefirst TMV2 approved valve with acool body. The Vue brings extrasafety and comfort to every bathand shower room and carries theInta five year guarantee. Minimumpressure 0.2 bar, maximumpressure 5.0 bar and is suitable forunvented, pressurised, gravity, andcombi boiler systems.
The Deluge from Inta offers thermostatic protection forevery bathroom and shower room in the house.Beautifully designed to give an invigorating showerfrom generous soaker heads, both the bath showermixer and shower give a safe solution for family use.The bar type shower valve offers independent controlof temperature and flow. Suitable for use withunvented supplies, combi boilers, gravity and mainspressure systems, it has a temperature stability of +/-2oC and fail safe on hot and cold supplies, with anoperating pressure range of 0.1 to 5 bar.
The Inta Mio Safe Touch Thermostatic BarShower with telescopic riser, overheadsoaker, and a sliding handset has beautifullines and a contrasting chrome and blackfinish. Mio is suitable for use withunvented supplies, combi boilers, gravityand mains pressure systems. It hastemperature stability of +/-2oC and failsafe on hot and cold supplies. The SafeTouch body never becomes hot duringuse. Operating pressure ranges from 0.2to 5 bar.
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0844 571 5000
www.mirashowers.co.uk
Mira Showers has an unbeatable design and
engineering pedigree in thermostatic
mixer showers from large, luxury deluge heads
to compact, water efficient mini valves. This
year the company is celebrating its 90th
anniversary. Among the most notable events
from those 90 years was the launch in the
1950s of the Leonard 722 – the first
thermostatic shower valve able to cope with
the UK’s unique pressure conditions.
Today, this heritage of engineering
innovation persists with probably the most
comprehensive range of quality mixers on the
UK market. It is a range that spans all needs,
requirements and budgets from luxury 30cm
drenchers to Waterwise eco options.
Above: Available with a choice of heads from15cm to an ultra large 30cm deluge model, theMontpellier is at the peak of showering luxury.Beautifully styled the shower has thermostatic
control and a single lever for flow andtemperature. It has a maximum temperature stop
for added safety and a diverter for the handheldshower. It is designed for high pressure systems.
Left: Mira’s Discovery & Diverter consists of theDiscovery in wall thermostatic mixer shower with newdiverter technology that allows the user to switchbetween outlets and is compatible with a range of Mirashower and bath fittings. The fittings enable theconsumer to customise the shower area by using thevalve with a combination of different style andperformance elements.
Left: Examples of classicallystyled mixers from Mira includethe Montpellier and the recentlyreconfigured Realm. Combiningthe classic styling of yesteryearwith the latest showeringtechnology and performance, theRealm ER (exposed rigid) showeris a retro classic that has beenfurther refined. The new modelnow has a luxurious and muchlarger 21cm deluge head that hasa single mode and rub cleannozzles. The ERD model has adiverter that can switch to aseparate 8cm single modehandset so the user can choosefrom handset, deluge head or thetwo together. Diverter heads arevery useful for children and forhair washing.
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Left: The new Element SLT is the most advanced single lever thermostatic shower on the marketand takes of a unique patent pending Mira design. It is a premium addition to the existingElement range of single control sequential showers that bridges the gap between singlesequential control and dual control thermostatic mixer valves with a single lever control for bothflow and temperature. The control uses Lift and Twist technology – an intuitive design similar toa monobloc basin mixer.
The Lift and Twist technology incorporates a two stage flow control with mid Eco settingthat gives the option of saving up to 30 percent of water used. It also features thermostatictemperature control with a soft override function that gives the user subtle feedback whenmoving into the upper temperatures. Backed by a five year guarantee, the Element SLT comes inthree models – the EV, BIV and BIR. The latter has a massive 18cm single mode head.
Below: The Minilite Eco combines the company’s compact Minilite with the efficiency benefitsof a six litres per minute flow regulator while the Miniduo is united with the innovative Ecoshowerhead. Both the valves are half the size of standard models without any compromise inshower performance, are thermostatic and come in both chrome built in and exposed formats.The Minilite Eco has a simple, single sequential control and is complete with a Mira fittings kit.
The unique design of the Eco showerhead reduces the amount of water normally used byup to 75 percent (compared to a standard Logic showerhead at 0.5 bar). The technology usesthe Venturi principle by which air is introduced into the flow. Mixing air with the water spraycreates larger droplets filled with air bubbles. The droplets explode on impact and producesimilar coverage to conventional, finer sprays while giving the impression of an increased volumeof water.
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Left: Spacious and luxurious, theSpectra SP390 and SP395 offerwetroom style showering withstunning curve appeal. The SP395 isa frameless double entry design thatprovides generous interiorshowering space. Installed parallelto the wall, the glass is held securelyin place by polished chrome braces.Either model can be installeddirectly on to a tiled floor or teamedup with the Aqata Elipse low leveltray. Both options make theenclosure a focal point within theroom and combine practicalqualities with beautiful design.Aqata also offers a wide range ofthermostatic showers andaccessories in chrome to provideconsumers with everything neededfor a fully equipped wetroomshower. The Spectra SP390 isdesigned to fit a corner.
Celebrating 25 years of business success,
Aqata is an innovative manufacturer of
superior quality shower enclosures that
come with a lifetime guarantee and proudly
bear the label “Made in the UK”.
Engineering led design combines with
quality workmanship and the finest
materials to produce collections that bring
luxury to the bathroom. Diversity is Aqata’s
strength and the company produces
designs from ultra contemporary to
timeless classics with options to suit every
bathroom. Based in Leicestershire, Aqata
provides customers with unrivalled trouble
free service and product choice that is
supported by a comprehensive network of
specialist bathroom retailers.
Above left, above & left: Clean, simple lines make the Spectra SP446, 447 and 448perfect for modern bathrooms. Featuring sleek polished chrome hinges, these models allfeature 350mm folding panels to deflect overspray and provide easy access to the showerarea. The Spectra 446 has a fixed walk in screen and single hinged panel and comes in1200, 1400 and 1600mm sizes so is ideal for recesses and corner spaces. For acomprehensive corner solution, Aqata offers the Spectra 447 walk in with hinged panel andside screen. It is available in 1200 by 800, 1200 by 900, 1400 by 900 and 1600 by 800mmsizes. The Spectra 448 has a double entry fixed screen and panels and is available in 1000,1100, 1200 and 1400mm sizes.
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01372 465 655
www.hansgrohe.co.uk
During its 110 year history Hansgrohe has
acquired a reputation as a leader in technology
and design within the sanitation industry.
Hansgrohe mixers, showers and shower systems
make bathrooms comfortable, functional and
beautiful. The quality of the products is recognised
by the fact that they can be found in prestige
locations such as aboard the Queen Mary II; in
Heathrow Terminal 5; the Burj Khalifa in Dubai; the
Chancellor’s office in Berlin; the Yoo luxury
apartments in New York and the Masdar City
Institute of Science. The company’s brands include
Axor, Hansgrohe and Pontos, and it has
manufacturing facilities in Germany, France, the
Netherlands, the USA and China.
The Metris 200 and 260 (shown) mixersprovide enough space to fill large vases,buckets for cleaning or wash laundry by
hand. The 100 and 110 mixers areparticularly suited to compact
bathrooms and cloakrooms, and thereare matching bidet, bath and showerproducts for complete bathroom co-
ordination. Metris comes from PhoenixDesign. All mixers in the range have
conical, tapered bodies, precise edgesand soft curves that flow into a
rectangular spout.
In the Comfort ZoneNew for 2011, the Metrismixer range and latestadditions to the Talis andFocus mixers provide moreindividual freedom under thetap as the usable area underthe mixer - known as theComfortZone - can beindividually specified. Moreroom means greater comfortand the increased selection ofmixer heights and stylesprovides the perfect matchwith the chosen basin.
The new Metris mixer range offers solutions for entirely differentbasin habits and requirements - whether the basin is a flatceramic style, a high wash bowl or a space saving hand basin.Five mixers with ComfortZones of 100-260mm can be specifiedto achieve the ideal combination of basin and tap.
The understated Metris 100 mixer and110 mixers are perfect where space islimited. The broad range of newMetris mixers provides the perfectsolution for any source of water andincludes bidet, bath and showermixers for total bathroom co-ordination.
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www.croydex.com
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Croydex has been a respected name in the
bathroom accessories and fittings industry
since the company was founded in 1919. Based
in Andover, Hants, Croydex HQ is on a five acre
site with warehousing and manufacturing
facilities as well as a smart new showroom for
Danish brassware brand Damixa. For nearly a
century Croydex has been designing,
manufacturing and sourcing high quality
fittings and accessories for the UK market. The
company’s product portfolio spans everything
from shower curtains, rods and rails to sleek
storage solutions, contemporary accessories
and assistive products for the bathroom.
Wire storage accessories from Croydex arewall mounted and come with all fixings foreasy installation. The range includes cornerstorage and soap baskets, two tier storage
baskets in large and small sizes, a variety ofrectangular baskets suitable for toiletries plus auseful hook over three tier basket that is ideal
for use in a shower enclosure. The entirerange provides valuable extra storage and
comes in a smart contemporary design with adurable rust proof finish.
Kingston accessories are made from solid oak, a warm and richly texturedwood that adds instant character to the bathroom. Featuring glass and
ceramic elements, Kingston oak accessories work well in either atraditional or a modern setting. There are no visible fixings and all
of the accessories in the range are easy to fit. The range includesa soap dish, wall mirror, towel rails, toilet roll holder, a
tumbler with holder and a shelf and tumbler (shown).
Linear contemporary shower products reflect the latest trend for geometric lines andcrisp, white finishes. The Linear range offers a variety of showering options, all featuring adistinctive white and chrome finish. The range includes a three function shower set withmulti position head that can be set to either saturating or massage or saturating andmassage for a powerful and refreshing shower. The Linear Duo Combi Set has a 200mmwide square shower head plus a separate 115mm wide square handset and a chromediverter to switch the flow between the two heads.
This slim stainless steel cabinet has mirrored doors and built in halogendownlights integrated above the doors so light is focused exactly whereit is needed. The Shire cabinet comes with fixings for easy installationand has one internal shelf for storing bathroom essentials.
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01454 322888
www.matki.co.uk
Suitable for use with most Matki shower doors and panels, Continental 40 shower trays are available in White, Matt White,Pergamon and Piano Black and have an antibacterial additive to reduce the spread of bacteria and mould.
Beautifully crafted and combining high
quality and impressive practicality, Matki
showering products have been at the forefront
of design for 40 years. Each product is
innovative and stylish and made from the best
quality materials available. With a large variety
of shower surrounds, brassware and trays to
choose from, the possible combinations are
endless.
Matki’s hinged door andinline panel is a popular
choice from the EauZonePlus Collection. Featuring
10mm safety glass, thehinged door is positioned
neatly between the twopanels giving a sense of
balance and solidity to theenclosure.
Luxurious and high quality, theBoutique Walk-In Corner
surround is created almostentirely from glass which fitsperfectly into a groove in thetray. This eliminates the need
for silicon sealant where theglass meets the tray. TheDeluge shower and hand
shower are an integral part ofthe Walk-In. The thermostatic
valve can be positioned so thatit can be controlled from
outside the shower.
The Radiance Curved Corner withits tempered glass surround, sleekchrome framing and sliding doorwith discreet soft closure isavailable in three sizes and has atimeless design style that will suiteither a modern or a traditionalbathroom.
The Blade thermostatic mixer combines ease of use withinnovative minimalist design. The control handles are easy touse and feature the Matki Click Control TemperatureRegulator making the shower simple and safe for the wholefamily. The Blade Duo hand shower has been designed withthe environment in mind. A simple turn reduces the flowrate to 11 litres per minute, producing a satisfying showerwhile saving water and energy. A 220mm Easy Clean Delugehead is the perfect addition to the Blade design and featuresan ultra slim slide rail. The solid brass fittings are chromeplated.
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The recently launched Brighton Neutrals tiles introduce a softer, more subtlelook to the Brighton range. The complementary tones of Truffle, Ivory, Beigeand Grey add a warm glow to the bathroom and can be used as stand alonetiles or mixed with one of the two co-ordinating strips to create feature panels.The linear design of the tiles matches that of the existing Brighton wall tiles sothe range can be mixed and matched. These wall tiles are available in a 248 by398mm size and the strips in a 398 by 50mm size.
British Ceramic Tile is a market leading 24/7 manufacturing
operation that can legitimately claim to be world class.
Following a multi million pound investment programme, British
Ceramic Tile now combines the very best of British design with
quality, value and a serious approach to social and environmental
responsibilities.
Inspired by Britain’s urban and rural landscapes, the UK based
design team keeps one step ahead of the latest interior trends to
make sure that the ranges offer choice, flexibility and the ability
to co-ordinate with kitchens and bathrooms of all styles. The
originality and quality of the products also means that they are
applicable to a wide selection of domestic, commercial and
industrial applications across public and private domains.
The tile collections produced by British Ceramic Tile are
manufactured under several different brands including British
Ceramic Tile, Laura Ashley, Wet by Hemingway Design and
Studio Conran. British Ceramic Tile is committed to sustainability
and to reducing its impact on the environment. Raw materials are
sourced locally and the company recycles everything back into
the production process where possible – including rainwater.
These efforts earned British Ceramic Tile ISO140001 accreditation
in December 2008.
British Ceramic Tile recently started to export its products
worldwide and currently sells to over 30 different countries.
Future plans include expanding further into the export market,
remaining competitive and increasing UK market share.
The Wintergarden range of ceramic tiles is part of theLaura Ashley collection. The large format 248 by398mm wall tiles have a crackle glaze effect and a glossfinish. They are available in light and dark grey andlight and dark beige. Complementary feature tiles arealso available in a light, delicate floral design thatcomplements the plain tiles and can be used to makean attractive feature wall or panel. The matching 248by 80mm strips have shimmering glass and platinumhighlights and are designed to work with both lightand dark plain tiles for a more classical look.
Creative Colours is aninspiring collection of 148 by148mm and 198 by 198mm
wall tiles in a spectrum ofcolours from subtle Pale Aqua
and Cream Speckle to zestyMarmalade and warm
Aubergine. Used either as asolid colour, chequered or
horizontally, the range offersversatile design options.
New floor tile ranges have been produced under the ISO9001 and ISO14001management systems, meeting international quality and environmental standards.
Durable and both stain and chemical resistant, the tiles have also been rated by thePorcelain Enamel Institute (PEI) measuring the wear and resistance of glazed tile surfaces.
As part of the Dartmoor Naturals range, the limestone floor is influenced by the naturalbeauty of the Dartmoor moorland landscape. The floor tiles are the perfect match for the
natural stone inspired wall tiles that are available in a sophisticated satin finish.
Saturn is a contemporaryrange of geometric designsavailable in a monochromepalette with a metallic finish.The concentric circles of theSaturn Lunar field tile create astriking optical light-reflectiveeffect. The raised linear SaturnLaser design can work eitherwith Lunar or alone to create asimpler scheme. Available in248 by 398mm size, thesetiles work in both portrait andlandscape layouts.
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Caesarstone products inspire designers to create an atmosphere of relaxation and serenity in anybathroom or spa.
Caesarstone is a beautiful engineered
quartz stone which contains
approximately 93 percent natural quartz.
Practical, durable and attractive, it offers
significant advantages over natural stone
and other surfacing materials, due to its
superior strength and quality.
Caesarstone quartz surfaces are designed to offer a practical, hygienic and environmentally friendly solution for use in moist,humid surroundings. The non porous nature of the material makes it resistant to water and thus to the formation of mould,mildew and bacteria – perfect for bathrooms, wet rooms, spas, saunas, etc.
Eco friendly Caesarstone quartz surfaces never needto be sealed and require minimum maintenance to
keep them looking like new. The hard, impenetrablesurface makes cleaning simple and in most casessoap and water or a mild detergent are all that isneeded to clean the top and maintain its lustre.
Minimal maintenance means minimum eco damage– an important factor in preserving the environment
and in green building projects.
Caesarstone wall surfaces are 13mm thick and can bemounted as full wall slabs. Unlike the installation of walltiles, full Caesarstone slabs are installed with almost nospaces, cutting down on the use of bonding andsealing materials. This simplifies the installation processand minimises the need to periodically replace wornmaterials.
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Methven UK has given the popular Devabrand a makeover to coincide with the
launch of 50 new Deva products and a newretail brochure. For 2011 there are more
new products than previous years andmany designs are unique to Deva, with the
emphasis on high quality, ‘own stable’showers and taps. The wide ranging
shower solutions span traditional,contemporary and ultra modern designs
across manual, bar, concentric andsequential showers, plus shower kits, heads,
handsets, hoses and shower controls. Thecomprehensive range of bathroom taps
includes contemporary, square, round andoval designs, plus the traditional classics
models in chrome and gold finishes.
Ellis Furniturelaunches new ranges
Utopia’s revolutionary i-LINE concept is a new 50mm framing solution which opensup lots of additional creative possibilities for fitted furniture whilst still allowingevery possible installation requirement to be met, so where a true wall-to-walleffect is required, internal or external fillers can be used teamed with the 50mmframing to ensure the furniture fits perfectly into the space.
Using one of eight different finishes to create either a contrasting or co-ordinating effect, i-LINE offers the opportunity to present fitted furniture in adramatically different and very contemporary way.
Painstakingly handcrafted by Imperial inthe UK to the highest quality standards,Carlyon’s tranquil styling is echoedthroughout all pieces in the range. Theseinclude a wide scoop 710mm basin,complete with one or three tap holes,that boasts a generous and gentle-curved platform and comes completewith a complementary pedestal. A close-coupled pan/cistern with chrome orantique gold push button flush, togetherwith a bidet with one tap hole, alongwith a wall hung pan/cistern and wallhung bidet, complete this simple yetstriking collection.
Carlyon is featured in the company’slatest Design Guide. Download in pdfformat via Imperial’s website or contactthe customer service team for your copyof the new Design Guide.
At Ellis Furniture we are gearing upfor the launch of new bathroom
furniture. The launch forms part ofour on-going and significant invest
programme, which has recently seennew state of the art machinery
reduce bathroom lead times to justtwo weeks, a new consumer focused
website, new point of sale materialfor every Ellis Furniture retailer in the
UK, and an expanded team. Whilstthe high street is experiencing one ofits toughest periods, we are, and will
continue to support all ourcustomers, investing in them and
building consumer awareness of theEllis Furniture brand.
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Moods Bathrooms has extended its Mixer Shower range to include an extensive newchoice of valves, heads and kits to complement the enclosures, showerbaths andscreens featured within its collection.
From designer Cube (above) to classic Heritage, the new range offers ashowering solution in every style by allowing the customer to mix and matchthermostatic valves, shower heads, riser shower kits and shower head arms as desired.
New timeless bathroomcollection from Imperial
0870 60 61 62 3www.imperialbathrooms.com
Carron Bathrooms hugely popular Quantum range is expanding in more waysthan one. From July, the single ended Quantum will be available in two extrawide width options: 1600 x 800; 1700 x 800.
Since its launch in 2009, this range has been a major success story for Carronand its popularity shows no sign of decline.
These new sizes are set to increase that popularity further by making therange more accessible to those looking for the comfort of a larger bath but arerestricted on length options.
These baths will be available in both standard and CarroniteTM specifications.
Expanding theQuantum Range
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New showering solutions from Moods
New i-LINE framing
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Unislope, the new all-in-one-pack solution forinstalling a wet room floor and linear drainnow offers a comprehensive range of superiorgrade solid stainless steel grates and custompanels that complement both the functionand the form of a designer wet room.
“Wet room retailers seeking a productrange with both kerb appeal and worthwhilereturns might consider the Unislope range of1k and 4k wet floor solutions alongside their existing ranges of glass panels and wetroom enclosures,” suggests Jane Sharp, sales and marketing manager for UniSlope.
The designer custom panel options include the Unislope Classic range with squaredesign and a 12mm frame in 3mm solid stainless steel. Highline is a design exclusive toUnislope and perhaps the ultimate wet room look - a smooth single piece of brushedsteel lets water drain under and can be positioned tight against the wall.
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