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7th March 2014
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Products Further eruptions expected as Designer Bathroom Concepts announces launch of full Etna Collection
Just as the Etna Bath has added a truly state-of-the-art twist on the freestanding bath, so too does the full Etna Collection. With a continuation of the elegant ripples we have seen on the Etna, the collection features freestanding basins, countertop basins and most strikingly, a round, freestanding version of the Etna Bath. KBB 2014 preview: Bauformat launches new handleless collection
Renowned German kitchen manufacturer Bauformat is delighted to unveil at KBB2014 the UK launch of its new Linea Piantra handleless kitchen, the latest addition to its Burger brand. Recently showcased at the company's in-house fair, Linea Piantra is a stylish addition to any retailer's portfolio and is competitively positioned to ensure an added value offering. New electric shower range launched by MX
Ideal for new build or retrofit opportunities, these attractive showers are up to 30% slimmer than other units on the market. They're an ideal replacement product where an old shower has been removed or for shower replacement programmes for social and private landlords. Burlington gets an angle on traditional design
Positioning a WC too far from the soil pipe causes flushing problems so the rule is, the closer the better. By using an angled pipe, the pan itself can be placed on the window wall where the soil pipe is usually situated while the high level cistern is on an adjacent wall.  AEG and Zanussi receive Best Buys in latest Which? Hob Testing
The AEG hob scored an impressive 82% and Which? Said: "We were really impressed with this induction hob; it's quick, easy to use and has plenty of useful features. Not only does it cook brilliantly but it's very easy to clean when you've finished. In fact it's so good we didn't hesitate to make it a Best Buy.". Soak away stress in a soaking tub
Ingenious space saving with Aqua-Cabinets
Whirlpool's Max microwave oven wins Which? Best Buy and Great Value award
Moduleo creates new products ideal for statement kitchen and bathrooms
KBB Preview: Kitchen Door Workshop doubles the size of its stand
Kbb Birmingham is just around the corner and Kitchen Door Workshop tells us that after an immensely successful year, it has decided to more than double the size of its stand for the event this time around. The company first exhibited at kbb LDN in 2013 with a stand size of 15sqm and this year at Birmingham it will take on a stand double the size at 33sqm. InSinkErator products are a real time saver for the Mistley Kitchen cookery school
Innovative BAL Rapid-Mat cuts project costs, saves time
Steel appeal from Just Taps Plus
Showering with a splash of colour and innovation from Vado
Abode Zeal 'on display' with Splinter Works Vessel Bath
Bushboard relaunches premium Omega laminate worktop range with a design upgrade
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KBB 2014 Review - Part 1 The visitor numbers aren’t up yet but we don’t really need them. Reflecting the news regarding the UK economy, the housing market and the fact that more of us are in work than there have been in many a year - kbb 2014, which finished on Wednesday afternoon, was busy, busy, busy. The exhibitors were delighted (not even one grumble – from anyone – apart from the fact that they were tired and had aching feet, legs and backs, or perhaps dry throats from talking so much). Everyone with whom we spoke, said there had been a good mix of all the types of visitors they’d wanted to see and that these visitors had been serious buyers and specifiers, rather than simply being out on a ‘jolly’. They also said that the networking opportunities provided by the event, were invaluable. The visitors we met with were excited too… they were delighted by the innovation and “spoilt for choice” for all their kitchen, bathroom and bedroom needs. All this bodes well for the next kbb Birmingham, which takes place in two years’ time. Do we really have to wait that long…
Yours,
This Week's News
We saw so many exciting innovations that we felt relieved not to have been charged with selecting the winners, who were: The Global Kitchen Cafe: a perfect place to pause and ponder
KBB Review Awards 2014 winners announced at landmark 20th ceremony
Winners of the 18 award categories were announced by celebrity host, Al Murray, better known as the Pub Landlord, in front of many of the industry's most well respected names. Guests at the glittering gala ceremony enjoyed a three course meal followed by an evening of dancing and entertainment in the gaming room. A packed seminar programme hit the spot in more ways than one!
It also gave the aching feet of those who attended, some much-needed respite!  Mobil Turi UK's kitchen: all the way from Italy
Sensio - lighting up all those dark places...
Sensio showcased its new range of bedroom lighting solutions which feature the pioneering rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery, a concept that's new to the UK lighting market. The battery has a high energy density, allowing it to run for approximately eight months between charges (based on 2.5 minutes usa Bauformat launch a host of exciting new kitchen innovations that stand the test of time
Developed and designed for retailers and the wider trade, Schnell is a versatile collection of 'made to order' German rigid kitchens available for express delivery within 10-15 working days. The aptly named "Schnell" range (meaning quick) offers retailers access to all Burger brand kitchens price group 1 and 2. New Leicht kitchen designs attracted the crowds
On display were the new 2014 Synthia-C/Ceres-C - a handleless kitchen that was shown in the new slightly textured, antique oak colour combined with new Alpine grey and an artic white island. The concentration of colour and material provided a calm, stylish look. Gorenje: Stylish Slovenian appliances which have that special something
Wendy explained that the Gorenje+ collection, which will be available from June 2014, has been created to support high street retailers by guaranteeing them in-store exclusivity. The KBzine Archive Search We keep an extensive archive of news stories and product information that have featured in past issues of The KBzine. If you would like to run a search of the The KBzine web site using the search tool below please just go ahead by entering in the name of the person, product or company or any other key words that you are looking for. How to contact us at The KBzine:
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