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16th May 2014
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 International News
Products Bathroom Brands outlines wide-ranging plans to drive growth at 3-day internationally attended launch
'Ditch the tiles: Use wall panelling for the wow factor in bathrooms and kitchens!' says Abacus...
New expressions shower tray range launched by MX... Hidden waste system adds to stylish looks
Second bathroom collection from Ben De Lisi now available
 Bringing basins into the digital age
Kitemarked sinks still flying high
Designer collections showcased by Crosswater
Distinctly Abode: the new Mikro Sink - beautifully simple...
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Although as a teen I used to attend many more football matches than the average girl, I no longer follow the sport, but I understand that Hull City is playing in tomorrow’s cup final for the first time in its history. I know this as I received a press release about it this week, because a Hull-based sanitary ware manufacturer has produced a commemorative toilet seat featuring an image of Hull City manager Steve Bruce, which can only be seen when the seat is in upright position (see item below). I mentioned in last week’s leader that John and I also produce an e-zine for the cleaning & hygiene industry. One of the issues faced by those responsible for maintaining washrooms is some men’s inability to aim properly – men who instead end up spraying the surrounding walls and floor as well as the loo seat itself. Indeed some manufacturers are incorporating designs into their products, to encourage users to try a bit harder to aim properly. I fear that if Hull doesn’t take the cup back up north at the weekend, some poor cleaner is going to have his or her work cut out, cleaning around this particular toilet, as disappointed users decide to vent their full fury on Mr Bruce!
Yours,
 This Week's News
Homeowners desperately seek space solutions as stay-at-home children count soars
The number of 20 to 34 year-olds living with their parents has jumped by 669,000 in the last eight years according to the Office of National Statistics, to an astonishing 3.3 million people. Abode Matrix SQ GR15 with Zucca tap: smooth lines and pure angles
Smooth lines and pure angles are the centrepiece of one family - the new Matrix SQ GR15. Each of the sinks is available in three colours in advanced acrylic materials - Black Metallic Granite, White Granite and the new Sable Granite. All offer a tough, durable and easy clean finish that will co-ordinate perfectly with any kitchen decor and are available in two installation scenarios - inset and under-mounted. This family of sinks is truly versat Top five tips to capitalise on cooker hoods
Cooker hoods can often be overlooked by both consumers and kitchen retailers. However, choosing to stock stunning, stylish hoods can be both a business boost for kitchen specialists, and also invaluable for consumers who are looking for a complete kitchen solution. Marc takes stock in new managerial role at BagnoDesign's European HQ
In his new role, Marc will oversee the smooth running of the 20,000 square foot warehouse, ensuring goods are stored safely, processing orders, organising the dispatch and delivery of the company's wide portfolio of bathroom solutions, overseeing health and safety and managing a team of staff. Linear thinking from Leisure Sinks
There are currently 14 models in the range, two of which (the LN950 and LN950XS) have been awarded the coveted BSI Kitemark. Every Linear sink is made from high grade 18/10 stainless steel, with gauges ranging from 0.6 to 0.9. As with all Leisure Sinks, every stainless steel model is manufactured in the UK and benefits from a 10-year warranty as standard. Hafele announces its 'must have' kitchen product predictions for Summer 2014
Grass Nova Pro Drawer System Britannia Living launches recycling innovation Krushr
Krushr recycling compactors compress plastic, waste paper, cans and cardboard together, with separate storage sections for glass and newspapers/magazines in the K600 model. The product utilises state-of-the-art technology to reduce the size of household waste by up to four times, fitting an impressive 200 litres worth of compressed waste into the central collection bin. Andrew Strauss puts grassroots cricket on the front foot
AEG is helping grassroots teams conquer the chore of kit provision and care for the third year running with the chance to win bespoke cricket whites and a top of the range washing machine, plus three training sessions with sporting heroes, including Andrew Strauss. To enter, teams must pitch the reasons why they should win to AEG via its Facebook tab that opened yesterday (Thursday 15 May).
Hull faces Arsenal in the final at Wembley this weekend (Saturday 17 May) and the limited edition Tigers loo seat is emblazoned with Hull's famous amber and black stripes - the home kit club colours which earned them the nickname 'The Tigers'. 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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