Fri 2 May 2008
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British manufacturers Aqata have unveiled the Spectra 475 in their range of ultra-minimal shower enclosures. The enclosure was exhibited by Aqata for the first time alongside other enclosures from the new Spectra range at KBB 2008.Manufactured on site at Aqata's Hinckley factory, the Spectra 475 hinged door shower enclosure is made of eight millimetre-thick frameless toughened glass with polished edges and has a hinged door with two in-line panels.
This design comes in five recess options from 1,000 to 1,600 millimetres with a choice of left or right hand opening. Additional options include a corner configuration with one side panel, and a three-sided configuration with two side panels. The Spectra 475 shower enclosure costs from £1,260 (exc. VAT) and is available with a 40 millimetre low level acrylic capped shower tray complete with 90 millimetre fast flow waste.
www.aqata.co.uk
The first collection of bluestone bathrooms was officially launched at KBB 2008, and it aspires to challenge conventions and commit to producing furniture that is distinct, yet flexible.
Modular, wall-hung construction give a 'floating' appearance that blurs the boundaries between the bathroom and the rest of the home. Functionality, simplicity and form aim to be the four guiding principles behind the new collection. The result is the creation of smooth ceramic and glass curves, contrasted against the crisp edged cabinets and brassware.
www.bluestonebathroooms.co.uk
Earthwool loft insulation is made using recycled glass and sustainable materials, and aims to target the eco-friendly homeowner.
Made using a high recycled glass content, Earthwool appeals to homeowner's with an environmental conscience, and glasswool has been independently assessed as being one of the most sustainable types of insulation available.thinkinsulation.com, an eco-website endorsed by the Energy Saving Trust, says that only 30 per cent of UK households have loft insulation over 150 millimetres in thickness, although government standards now recommend 270mm. This lets heat escape unnecessarily through the roofs of over 14 million homes each day.
Earthwool endevours to make a house more comfortable to live in - cooler in summer and warmer in winter, and it will also upgrade a home's Energy Performance Certificate rating in the now compulsory Home Information Packs.
www.earthwool.com
Imperial Bathrooms have introduced freestanding bathroom furniture to their collection.
Cuda Metal Weave is a new range of handcrafted, freestanding furniture that boasts a variety of space saving and storage opportunities. It also offers much greater scope for flexibility and provides an alternative to the built-in modular options.Handcrafted in the UK using solid timber, Cuda Metal Weave is a fusion of contemporary wenge wood and inset metal-weave panels. It also co-ordinates with Imperial's range of handcrafted sanitaryware, brassware and accessories.
Options include a variety of wash stations - open, closed and wall-hung - a vessel bowl unit and tall unit, a wall cabinet and a selection of mirrors. A matching linen bin and bath panels are also available.
www.imperial-bathrooms.com
Holkham Linseed Paints has extended its range with new colours inspired by the surroundings of The Holkham Estate and North Norfolk's Coast and marshes.
The paints are made from natural 100 per cent pure linseed oil, which is derived from renewable and sustainable resources. They contain no solvents, volatile organic compounds, and no 'alkyd' binding medium so they are more environmentally friendly.Old Gold, Verona Brown, Old Red, Silver Grey and Old Blue are new additions to the range available. The paints aim to give long lasting protection for both exterior and interior woodwork and metal.
www.holkhamlinseedpaints.co.uk
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) is set to launch the new KX6 Compact to hopefully provide a cost-effective, energy-efficient VRF system for smaller installations.
The KX6 Compact outdoor unit is reduced in size from the outgoing KX4. Each of the 4, 5, and 6 hp (12, 14, and 16 kW) outdoor units requires only one single side fan. They are available in single- or three-phase, all with dimensions of just 970 x 370 x 845 millimetres.The whole Mitsubishi Heavy Industries KX6 Compact solution allows far greater flexibility in installation than the previous system. In addition to larger permissible pipe-runs between indoor units, the maximum height difference from indoor-indoor unit is up from four to 15 metres. And the maximum connectable capacity is up from 130 per cent to 150 per cent - that means that the 14 kilo watts system can serve up to 21 kilo watts of indoor units.
www.mhie.com
The PJH Group has launched the Concept Gloss Walnut kitchen door as part of its new Colour Collection from K-Kitchens.
The door is offset with the addition of a high gloss black Kuartz frontage, also from the Colour Collection. This 'mix and match' philosophy is available throughout the new collection, allowing the consumer to create tailor-made kitchen layouts, and includes a range of high gloss coloured doors, such as lime green, metallic, burgundy and cappuccino.James Calverley, kitchen category director commented: "Mixing coloured fascias, in particular bold colours in high gloss, is becoming very popular allowing the end-user to create a bespoke kitchen layout reflecting personal taste and interior colour schemes. From a simple splash of colour on one wall unit, to an equal mixture of finishes, the look is eye-catching and personal."
The new Colour Collection features a highly comprehensive range of unit sizes including a new 900 millimetre bridging unit and a wall unit, a base unit and drawer pack of the same size.
www.pjhgroup.com
Building products supplier Midland Slate and Tile have created the Ashbury range of natural clay roofing tiles.
Designed and produced specifically to give the appearance of an old weathered tile, each one is hand-made, to produce slight variations in size, camber and texture.Tested and certified by CERAM Building Technology Ltd to ensure compliance with the relevant British & European Standards, Ashbury tiles are supplied with an insurance backed 30 Year Guarantee and are available in various different colours.
www.slate-tile-brick.co.uk
Posted by Nicky Adams
in Aqata, Bluestone Bathrooms, Earthwool, Holkham Linseed Paints, Imperial Bathrooms, Midland Slate and Tile, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI), PJH Group, Product News on Fri 2 May 2008
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