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29th June 2018
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Products Croydex inspires with innovative additions and new-look for firm favourite in latest collection
Big on performance but low on water consumption, each of the six new water-efficient Aqua Air showerheads use the latest water-saving technology to draw in air and blend it with water flow, making each droplet bigger and softer. By enhancing the system's spray power, Aqua Air promises to reduce water use by up to 50% compared to normal showers. BMA looks to the future at AGM
Blanco's Catris-S tap; for the ultimate in flexibility
The flexible spout can be swivelled from side to side, it also can easily be removed from the holder. The spout is fitted with two buttons for the user to change the water flow from normal to a spray. No more leaks! See how it all works...
Shades of grey find new lease of life in kitchen design with matte finish
Shades of grey, white and black are dominating kitchen design in 2018. These versatile, albeit no frill tones, pair with any colour and finish, making them perfect for the modern kitchen. With moodier aesthetics in demand, as seen at EuroCucina, grey, white and black décors are the perfect building blocks to design a kitchen around. Facilitating this trend, the Formica Infiniti Worktops range comes in 12 modern décors including four core neutral colours: Graphite, Fog, White and Diamond Black. Kitchen TVs make handy save as World Cup kicks off
More than 20 million UK viewers tuned in at home four years ago and there's no doubt that the tournament will be dominating the airwaves again this year. While that may be great news for football fans, it's likely to lead to disagreements in households where not everyone's as passionate about the beautiful game. Arty Artago sink will stun in the kitchen
Featuring a concealed C-overflow and the innovative InFino waste system, the unique models are incredibly hygienic and easy to keep clean. Focus on stainless steel new tap range from Abode
All manufactured from hard-wearing and natural 304 grade stainless steel, the new taps present a professional image in the kitchen, with their own distinct style, innovation and high quality finish. Rangemaster's Paragon sink family extended with two new models
The new Paragon single and double bowl models are designed to blend seamlessly into contemporary kitchens, with both sinks suitable for undermount fitting. For added flexibility in kitchen design, the single model can also be fitted inset for a more traditional look, making it an excellent choice for refurbishment projects. Facelift for Amica family laundry
Priced to appeal to the family market, all three machines feature a number of useful innovations - such as child locks and drum clean - a programme that keeps the drum smelling fresh and clean...
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Thanks to Telford 50 Legacy funding, the opening of an innovative new 'Smart Home', next February will showcase a range of assistive technologies, equipment and gadgets to help older people, those with a disability and people with dementia to live more independently and safely in their own homes. From simple devices to stop baths overflowing or burning and self-pouring kettles to reduce the risk of scalds and burns, to more major adaptations such as accessible bathrooms, they'll show how life can be made easier for the home's occupants... Examples of what's available on the market will be demonstrated, giving people the opportunity to test equipment and receive free, impartial advice from trained staff. An occupational therapy team will provide assessments and information about what funding will be available to residents. This £100K project is part of the £2m Telford 50 Legacy Fund, which supports a mix of physical schemes as well as other projects that help tackle key social issues in the borough and reduce demand on council services. Almost 1,400 people took part in a consultation last Summer to find out what people wanted to do with the money, and it was decided that the Smart House would offer a great way of helping people see for themselves how equipment can be easily integrated into their home and how even small adaptations can make huge improvements to quality of life. In our industry, we're well aware that alarms, detectors, extra-strong glass for shower screens, temperature inhibitors and other devices can help those at risk from slips, falls, eating rotten food and burning themselves with both bathwater and cooking appliances, for example, but it will be lovely to be able to show the general public that there are all sorts of other gadgets and products readily available to make daily activities such as cooking and washing much safer and more manageable. With everything under one roof in the Smart House and trained staff on hand to talk to, people will be confident that they're receiving the right help to suit their individual needs or the needs of someone they care for. I only wish there could be a similar Smart home in every town, so we can all see the technology in action... I was wondering though whether any of our industry associations had been approached and asked for input? Yours,
 This Week's News
Annual Zenith Design Contest winners announced
1st Place: £300 voucher to Paul Sequenza, Wickes Kent: Decor - Zenith Caldeira: Kudos Showers joins 'Made in Britain' campaign
The superior Mumbai Slate porcelain collection from British Ceramic Tile provides a stunning floor covering, emulating the true beauty of Indian slate. Strong tonal variation and a matt, riven finish deliver an authentic interpretation, bringing the unmistakable raw, earthy qualities of slate indoors. BiKBBI appoints second regional brand ambassador
An experienced installation expert, Alan owns his own business in Plymouth, and is a current Installation Partner with IKEA. Additionally, Alan has both electrical & gas qualifications as well as a recently earned Business Management Degree. Furthermore, he has been working with BiKBBI for a number of years as an independent inspector. Abode presents a professional image with new 3In1 tap
Bathroom Brands brings old style Hollywood glamour to Notting Hill hotel
Intelligent induction cooking with Caple's new C901i hob
With exceptional functionality via specialised touch-controls - including an innovative pan mode, chef mode and the ability to allow users to save up to five of their most used cooking settings (called favourite), this five-zone model is ideal if highly intelligent functions and plenty of cooking space is the order of the day.
The new range of 25mm ultra low profile 'RefleXion' trays feature a patent-protected, anti-slip surface that is built into the mould as opposed to being a retro fit. There is a perfect bond between an ultra-tough gel coat incorporating an EasyClean anti-slip surface, and the 100% natural sandstone resin base. Cubico (UK) secures funding for multiple store roll out programme, creating 50 new jobs
Headquartered in Birstall, West Yorkshire, Cubico offers high-specification bathrooms and ancillary products as well as a full design service, selling to both trade and retail customers via its 15 showrooms as well as through a trade counter at its distribution centre. A clever way to boost the bottom line...
Award-winning Australian cleaning brand Hillmark offers a range aimed at BBQ enthusiasts but the products could work equally well inside the kitchen too. A real bonus is that they are all biodegradable so you can sleep a little easier knowing that the environment has not been harmed in their use, too. Flying the flag for British bathroom design with The Resolute basin
Made from the finest quality ceramic and beautifully styled with premium bathrooms in mind, the generous bowl is covered with high-quality glaze to help keep it looking sparkling new and a stylish, gentle upstand helps to make this basin the focal point of any bathroom or cloakroom. Remember: toilet provision is mandatory for delivery drivers
Saniflo team cycles from London to Paris in support of Cancer Research UK
The team comprised managing director Tim Pestell, Lucy Reeves, Cheryl Samuel, Nick Quarterone, Martin Mercer and Graham Davies, supported by John L'Erario, who drove the van carrying everything the team might need. 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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