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After the launch of the brand back in 2013, new to the UK market for 2019 Wooothy (composed from two words Wood and Dorothy - English for Doroteja, founder and CEO of the brand) has continued to go above and beyond both in cutting edge design and quality craftsmanship.
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Go clever in the kitchen with Blanco's Smart Tap Collection

Blanco UK is entering a new era with its innovative range of kitchen Smart Taps which is geared towards highly specific uses within the kitchen; each is designed to solve an everyday problem.
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Focus on greener distribution to continue for kitchen & bathroom distributors

Climate change is a still a hot, if controversial, topic. It will continue to be prevalent in all walks of life, from business to personal. So how can kitchen and bathroom distributors improve not only their green policies but their impact on the environment?
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An induction of range cookers creates a climate change for retailers

For many years, gas hobs have been favoured by both home and professional chefs but increasing concerns over the impact of fossil fuel and the impact on climate change is turning attention to induction cooking. For forward thinking consumers with traditional values, a combination of the much-loved range cooker with the undeniable benefits of the induction hob, is an increasingly appealing proposition.
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Modern neutrals with Caple's new Lyde kitchen

Caple has introduced a beautiful new kitchen collection, called Lyde, for the modern home. Featuring a distinctive matt finish, the colours in this collection look ultra-smooth and solid.
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Get the natural stone look with Kinestone

Natural finishes in the bathroom are bang on-trend and the new Kinedo Kinestone shower tray from Saniflo ticks the aesthetics box for highly popular and desirable slate.
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Kitchenaid 'special products' extend opportunities for kitchen designers

KitchenAid boasts a wealth of 'special products' within its portfolio, to empower kitchen designers to create unique culinary spaces, specially designed around each customer. Included are a shock freezer, vacuum machine, ice maker, coffee machine, cooling and warming drawers and special columns, all designed to take inspiration in the kitchen to new heights.
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WRAS approval secured for Abode 4 in 1 steaming hot water taps

All Abode 4 in 1 steaming hot water taps, filters and boilers now have full WRAS approval, giving developers, designers and retailers complete peace of mind across the entire range.

WRAS is the UK standard against waste, misuse, undue consumption or contamination of the water supply, with approval meaning that these Abode Pronteau and Proboil products comply with the necessary regulations for new build and refurbishment projects.
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The art of making time: the mindful bathroom scene from Crosswater

Entering the bathroom is discovering a little world of luxury and relaxation, well away from the stresses and strains of everyday life. Curating a collection of products that draws on years of exceptional manufacturing and modern design, Crosswater's extensive range of high-quality signature finishes and textures can be used to create a mindful, restful bathroom environment.
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Antique brass finish is a serene look for tradition bathrooms

In an exquisite Antique Brass finish, the new Serenitie brassware collection from Abode makes a strikingly elegant impression in the bathroom.
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BC Designs' latest bath launch brings a feminine touch to bathroom design

Leading bath maker, BC Designs, is supporting retailers with the launch of its popular Viado bath in a smaller size of 1580mm.
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KBSA growth continues with two new members

The Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association has welcomed another retail and corporate member this month, continuing the upward trend in new membership that began 12 months ago.
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BMA warns about continued uncertainty for 2020

As the year draws to a close and with the general election only days away, the Bathroom Manufacturers Association has warned that the bathroom sector will face continued uncertainty in 2020.
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BMA repeats call for cut in VAT on repairs and maintenance in the home

As the general election date draws closer, The Bathroom Manufacturers Association has again called for a reduction in the rate of VAT on repairs, maintenance and management of homes from 20% to 5%.

BMA CEO Tom Reynolds, added his support to a letter sent to the three main party leaders by The British Property Federation and the Federation of Master Builders, detailing the economic benefits that this change would bring.
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Best Installer 2019: Award winner announced

The British Institute of Kitchen, Bedroom & Bathroom Installation says it is delighted to announce that Billy Ashcroft of Ashcroft Kitchen Installations was unveiled as Best Installer 2019 at the recent ek&bbusiness Awards & Review ceremony in London.

The Cumbrian based kitchen installer was awarded the coveted title as the industry celebrated successes and reviewed progress through the year.
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Grohe Inspirational Bathroom competition winner receives £1000 prize

Mark Berry Plumbing & Heating is the winner of Grohe's 'Inspirational Bathroom' competition which ran on Grohe's UK Instagram channel this Summer. Installers, designers, architects and retailers were encouraged to share photos of their most recent aspirational Grohe bathroom projects for a chance to win a £1000 prize. All entries then went through to a judging panel of Grohe experts.
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Stunning Königstone showroom – a feast of high-end worktops

Königstone, worktop supplier who prides itself in helping homeowners’ turn their house into a home, has opened a new 2,200 sq ft showroom in Market Harborough. Königstone dealers and trade partners can send their customers here if they need more inspiration on surfaces or help visualising such products in their own home.
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BiKBBI calls for retailers to 'Get on the Bus!'

The British Institute of Kitchen, Bedroom & Bathroom Installation is once again partnering with KBB, the premier industry trade show held between 1st and 4th March 2020 at the NEC Birmingham, and is calling upon independent retailers to 'Get on the Bus'!

In a change to the more traditional exhibition stand, BiKBBI plans to drive a bright red London Routemaster bus into the exhibition hall, from where it will host a series of themed events - kindly sponsored by Victoria Plum Trade.
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New company name to reflect growth at Acres Consultancy

KBB and merchant service provider Acres Consultancy has changed its name to reflect its growth since its inception at the beginning of 2019.

The company will trade on the reputation and growing brand awareness of Simon's name and will now be known as Simon Acres Group, with separate divisions for each of the specialist services offered. These will include Simon Acres Recruitment, Simon Acres Training and Simon Acres Media.
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'A new angle to heating design' with Anglia by Aestus

Aestus serves the growing desire for inspired shapes in the bathroom with its high-profile, multilateral Anglia towel warmer: a geometric-style heating solution crafted from high quality mild steel.

"Expressive shapes and creative forms will become a key ingredient for next-generation interiors in 2020, and modern heating designs that bring a heightened level of functionality like Anglia, will emerge as the next 'statement piece' to revolutionise the modern bathroom," says Steve Birch, sales director, Aestus.
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Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen launches lush bed design with handcrafted furniture brand Aspire

Renowned designer and TV presenter Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen has announced his collaboration with UK-based handcrafted furniture brand, Aspire.
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Visualising end result with Articad-developed Virtual Tiler at Topps Tiles

Topps Tiles, with a third of the UK market share for tiles, is using the Virtual Tiler, developed in conjunction with KBB CAD software specialist, ArtiCAD. Currently in use in 250 of Topps' 360 stores as part of the Design Advice Area, the Virtual Tiler enables colleagues to overlay a design of the customer's kitchen or bathroom with their choice of tile.

The system has been in use for nearly 12 months, which has given Topps plenty of opportunity to monitor the results. Sian O'Neill, director of marketing, Topps Tiles, says:
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Devon&Devon consolidates presence on English market

As of November 2019, the well-known Devon&Devon store in the heart of Notting Hill has become one of the brand's portfolio of directly operated stores, all of which are located in the most important cities in the world.
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LochAnna Kitchens celebrates 5th anniversary

British kitchen brand LochAnna Kitchens is celebrating five successful years of trading since it launched in November 2014 as a dedicated kitchen supplier aiming to make selling kitchens easier and more profitable for kitchen retailers and their installers.

Five years on, founder and managing director, Paul Jenkinson, is delighted to report that the business is doing really well, with 2019 seeing continued growth despite unpredictable market conditions.
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Virtual Worlds helps spread charitable Christmas cheer

The season of goodwill is in full swing at Virtual Worlds, as it rounds off a charitable year in support of the Rowan Varey Memorial Fund by selling Christmas cards designed by some of the Ugandan children who are helped by the cause. These come in printed and eCard forms, and can be purchased from www.ksfdacademy.com

The Rowan Varey Memorial Fund, founded by Virtual Worlds Chairman Dave Varey in 2002, raises money to help sick or needy children. Since 2004 it has been supporting a project in Uganda, helping to build and equip a school for deaf children.
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BMA steps up campaign on non-compliance with Primary Authority Status

The Bathroom Manufacturers Association has announced that it has achieved Primary Authority Status with Nottinghamshire Trading standards, having been successfully nominated by the Secretary of State.
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KBSA offers new contract hire deals for members

The Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association has enhanced its membership benefits package with the addition of exclusive deals on contract car hire, via a new partnership with Marshall Motor Group.
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Granite & Trend Transformations celebrates 15 years in the UK

Granite & Trend Transformations UK, known for its kitchen and bathroom transformations using high-quality, sustainable materials, is celebrating 15 years of business. The company, which started out in Perth, Australia in 1996, has expanded globally, with the UK business established in 2004.
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Lakes hosts Fortis buying group at HQ

Lakes, a leading manufacturer of showering spaces, recently hosted Fortis merchant buying group at its HQ in Tewkesbury for its annual board meeting. The visit included a tour of Lakes' newly refurbished showroom, which now displays Lakes' new Bay series and Lakes Stone shower trays launched earlier this year.
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