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BJ AUGUST 2012CONTENTS

Cover: Aquadi by Symphony is the latest extensive collectionof bathroom furniture to join the Symphony portfolio. Shownhere is the San Marco gloss white door with integrated handle,from the Lindo Collection. Read more on page 10.www.aquadibathrooms.co.uk

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COMPLETE BATHROOMS

FURNITURE

BRASSWARE

ACCESSIBLE BATHROOMS

SHOWERING

HEATING AND ACCESSORIES

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The Dama-N range includesboth standard and compactWCs and basins. Thecomplementary furniture isavailable in Dark or LightTextured Wood as well asWhite and Khaki finishes.There is the added optionof a column unit with orwithout a mirror.

Perfect for small bathrooms andcloakrooms, Mini is a compact

and stylish combination offurniture, a basin and a mirror ormirrored cabinet. It is available inWhite, Oak, Wenge or Grey. Both

the door unit and the mirror onthe cabinet are reversible.

Roca is a leading global bathroom brand that is renowned

for cutting edge design and technology and for its

commitment to the environment. The company is

currently active in over 135 different countries and has 76

production plants spread across five continents.

Roca’s design ethos is based on creativity and technology,

with contemporary ranges that offer inspirational and

achievable bathroom solutions. Roca works with leading

names such as David Chipperfield, Moneo, Herzog & Meuron

and Guigiaro among others, backed by the continual support

of research to create a future where design and innovation are

united to achieve the user’s wellbeing.

Roca is also committed to sustainability, producing

environmentally friendly products that help to reduce water

and energy consumption.

www.roca.com

01530 830080

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The L20 (left) and L90 (above) brassware collections comepacked with useful features such as Roca’s Cold Start systemand Eco Click function, which help to save energy and water.L20’s embellished base ensures a neat finish between the tapand the basin. L90 is also available in a stylish Black Ice finish,which will be launched later in the year.

The unique In-Tank Meridian is a revolutionary WCthat incorporates the tank in its interior. It is the firstWC to offer wall hung and back to wall options thatdo not require a concealed cistern - makinginstallation fast and easy and creating an idealsolution for small spaces.

L20 AND L90BRASSWARE COLLECTIONS


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www.rakceramics.co.uk

01730 237850



It is now 12 years since RAK Ceramics

appointed its first bathroom dealer. Since

that time an ability to develop - and evolve -

its record breaking sanitaryware range has seen

RAK flourish and expand at an incredible rate.

Whether it is through elegance and

sophistication - achieved as shown below by

combining RAK’s Reserva sanitaryware and

white statuario marble effect White Smoke tiles

- or through the contemporary partnership of

an entry level Series 600 bathroom with on-

trend earth toned Dolomite tiles, RAK offers its

customers exceptional value for money.

Very much the brainchild of RAK UK’s MD

Rob Jull, the sanitaryware offering provides a

welcome - and attractive - profit option for

dealers in our recession pressed market. In

response to market demand RAK is now set to

actively expand its product range to provide a

complete bathroom solution. The new

collection will include a wide range of shower

enclosures, brassware, mirrors and cabinets, all

available from August.

“It is not all about price,” commented Rob,

“although that is one of the criteria for success,

especially in the current tough economic

climate. Good design is equally important, as is

the ability to source a complete boxed, quality

product and to ensure reliability of supply and

performance. Add in our good after sales

support and continued product development

and you complete the circle. Our aim has

always been to offer dealers the best value for

money possible. Our new bathroom

accessories, along with our existing products,

fulfil each of these criteria at a range of price

points to suit all pockets. We are confident that

this will provide a unique sales opportunity for

both our valued, existing partners and for new

customers too.”

Established in 1991, RAK Ceramics is the

world’s largest manufacturer of ceramic and

porcelain tiles. Its product portfolio also

includes ceramic kitchen sinks, sanitaryware,

brassware and acrylic baths, with products

currently exported to more than 150 countries.

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TOILETS FOR EVERY APPLICATION Just a few in our range

Space-saving Series 600, the smallest 600mm projection CC WC on the market.

Series 600

A stylish wall hung pan with soft close seat and cover and hidden fixings.

Infinity

Comfort height close coupled dual flush WC’s with soft close seat and cover.

Available as open back or fully back to wall.

Compact

Back to wall WC pan with optional soft close seat and cover. 3 different heights available.

Compact

www.rakceramics.co.uk

WALL HUNG PAN

CompactDesigned with no hidden rim to harbour germs. Gives a more hygienic result.

Compact Extended ProjectionNEW 70cm wall hung extended rimless WC with ring seat or soft close seat and cover.

Compact Deluxe

NEW super-hygienic easy-clean rimless Compact Deluxe 45cm comfort height pan with soft close seat.

HTM64 Compliant

Easy to fit electric underfloorheating has become a

popular choice in bathrooms.

www.awabathroomstoday.co.uk

08453 909090



AWA Bathrooms Ltd is an established and

trusted distributor of major branded

bathrooms, plumbing equipment and

associated products.

AWA takes pride in offering first class service

and distribution to the bathroom industry,

providing a valuable route to market for suppliers

from all over the world. With our head office in

Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, we are ideally located to

service the South, East and Central UK.

We are one of the largest stockists of bathroom

and plumbing products in the UK, with many

brands in stock and the capability to source

products to match customers’ exact specification.

Our Area Sales Managers work closely with their

clients to ensure the best products, offers and

promotions are available to them at all times no

matter what their requirements. Call our head

office today for contact details of your

representative, or to arrange a personal visit.

If you’re struggling to find what you are looking

for then the new look AWA Bathrooms Today price

list will give you details of a wide range of the

products that we distribute. Alternatively give us a

call to discuss your needs.

Furthermore, our Trade Solutions and Red Hot

Offers promotional books provide details of all our

latest incredible promotions and offers. All of our

publications are available for download from our

website www.awabathroomstoday.co.uk or you

can call us for your copy.

Exclusivefrom Italy

Elegant, innovative NeroAmica Italian sanitarywareand bathroom products -

new to the UK.

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Choose from an extensive selection of showerenclosures and bath screens by Showerlux.

AWA Wetrooms Now Available.



The Origins Collection - ModularDisplays Now Available.

athrooms – Your Independental Bathroom Distributor

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www.impulsebathrooms.com

0121 328 6824



The Impulse Bathrooms range

offers high quality and

distinctive styling at

competitive prices. Having

operated for over 16 years in the

UK market, the Group recently

acquired the former Ideal Standard

production facility in Middlewich

and is now proud to be a British

bathroom company.

Impulse Bathrooms offers a

wide choice of ceramic suites styled

for the British market with looks

that range from contemporary to

nostalgic, all with excellent margins

and with a 25-year guarantee. The

company offers a full marketing

support package that includes an

informative bathroom book, display

deals and a showroom design

service.

Impulse Bathrooms’ Radius deluxesuite displays its British manufacture.

Radius is an upmarket suite withcontemporary rounded styling and

back-to-wall hi-line WC.

The European style Constance suitehas a square shape with subtlyrounded corners and edges thatadd an appealing softness. Itfeatures a short projection WC withP or S trap options and a 4.5/3-litredual flush water saving cistern.

Pedigree Eco is anextremely economicalsuite perfect for social

housing and the contractmarket and features water

saving 4.5/3-litre flush. Although an entry levelsuite, its neat and compact WC and washbasin

have a fashionable rounded style and clean lines.

A higher level WC from ImpulseBathrooms’ Comfort range which

offers a selection of products athigher levels for easier use by those

with limited movement.

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Right on trend with the current interest in reptile finishes,Vogue Crocodile has an undoubted wow factor. In adeep brown/burgundy tone with fantastic detail in thetextured pattern it is a finish not to be missed.

Living Life the Mereway means exercising taste and judgement, butmore than that it means taking the time to make choices that enhanceyour life. A typical Mereway Bathrooms customer would take the time toselect a bathroom on the basis of inspirational design and quality,creating the perfect bathroom space that is an individual sanctuary.

www.merewaybathrooms.co.uk

0121 706 5750

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Continuing to inspire by design, leading

British furniture manufacturer Mereway

Bathrooms offers one of the broadest

collections of premium quality cabinets currently

available to retailers.

Mereway Bathrooms offer a range of 34 doors

with finishes that span over eight ranges with 50

laminate, composite and solid surface worktops

plus basins, sanitaryware, brassware and a broad

selection of handles and accessories. The complete

collection includes fabulous satin, gloss, woodgrain,

textured and glass door styles with 11 carcase

options to contrast or complement finishes. There’s

an extensive choice of both fitted and modular style

cabinets ranging from the stunning Linea double

basin units and midi unit options through to 12 tall

unit configurations in a choice of 220, 320 or

520mm depths. The range offers absolute flexibility

with floor standing, fitted or wall hung options.

Mereway Bathrooms take pride in their

manufacturing processes, with doors and cabinets

being created to order onsite. Within their factory

Mereway Bathrooms employ a dedicated team that

carefully manages individual orders through

processes such as cutting, drilling, edging, gluing,

sanding, machining, routering and trimming. Each

order is then carefully packaged and delivered fully

rigid and ready for fitting.

Mereway Bathrooms offer exceptionally short

lead times at just 5 days or less for most orders and

each delivered by their own fleet of trucks and

employed drivers. They consistently stay ahead of

the game with the breadth of products available

and dedication to customer service, meaning

retailers will struggle to find a supplier that

ticks all these boxes like Mereway do.

Space saving has never been soexciting with sassy new Voguecollection in breathtaking Zebra,Snake and Crocodile finishes. A foilwrapped flat slab door, Vogue Zebrabring something brave andinvigorating into a bathroom design.

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The contemporary Lindo collection is shownhere in Serano White. The shimmering glosswhite doors are combined with a Taurusblack laminate countertop and flushmirrored wall units. The run of modular unitsincludes two drawer modules with handlesalongside two door handleless modulesusing the Touch Concept.

Aquadi offers six impressive illuminated mirrors.Shown above is Savio which uses energy efficient highdefinition LED lighting and is IP44 rated for bathroom

installation. It comes complete with an on/off sensorswitch, shaver socket and a demister pad.

www.aquadibathrooms.com

01226 446000

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Aquadi by Symphony is the latest extensive

collection of bathroom furniture to join the

Symphony portfolio. Aquadi brings fitted and

modular bathrooms together in a striking combination

that reflects the best in European styling at a competitive

price point.

The Aquadi brand includes the Venetian Collection of

fitted furniture, luxury Ravello freestanding furniture and

the all new Lindo collection. The latter has been launched

in direct response to retailer demand, offering a new

contemporary collection of fitted and modular furniture

featuring eight bathroom ranges in finishes that include

gloss black and gloss walnut on high specification gloss

cabinets with matching interior and exterior finishes.

The Lindo Collection was created with bathroom

designers in mind. The range benefits from a wide

selection of units, stylish white drawer boxes, glass shelves

as standard, base units with internal drawers, bi fold wall

units and feature mirror storage units. The Lindo

Collection features the latest finishes including the unique

San Marco white gloss door with a unique integrated

handle, the Larino walnut door and the Serano Black door

which works perfectly when mixed with Lanno or a white

gloss door such as Orlando with glass effect edging.

The Venetian Collection of fitted furniture has 15

ranges, including the high quality Ashmore timber Shaker

and the ever popular Zanzibar Wisconsin walnut doors.

Aquadi also includes freestanding furniture in the form

of Ravello - a stunning collection of luxury feature units

including a wall hung vanity shelf, tall storage cupboards

and lift up vanity mirrors.

The bathroom collections are supported by an

extensive range of accessories including illuminated

mirrors, a wide range of basins, WCs and taps and the

latest LED strip lighting. The entire Aquadi Collection is

sourced from the finest environmentally friendly materials

and is manufactured using the most efficient design

techniques, making it the perfect solution for modern

lifestyles.

Aquadi is available to independent retailers and

merchants.The Larino walnut door is shownhere in perfect harmony with the

Serano Black and Serano White units.Gloss white laminate countertops

and panels have been used to createthe chunky border on the modular

units. Floorstanding Larino units areshown in combination with Serano

White modular unit storage drawersand bi-fold units, which have been

recessed into the wall.

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Aquadi accessories have been designed to give apremium look and feel to any bathroom through stylishand innovative finishing touches that are offered at acompetitive price point. Shown above is the sit on bowlwith a tall tap, illuminated mirror and glass shelf.

The Venetian Collection isideal for modern family livingand can be wall hung or floorstanding. Seen here is ShakerWhite, which brings togetherthe classic elegance of aShaker style door with thelight reflecting benefits of awhite gloss finish.

A hero product within the Lindo Collection, the San Marco glosswhite 22mm thick door is leading the way in contemporary stylingwith its clean lines, sensational finish and integrated handle. Thisdoor is available on both fitted and modular furniture.

leads the way in bathroomfurniture design


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www.vado-uk.com

01934 744466


VADO is a leading bathroom

brassware manufacturer providing

high quality taps, showers,

accessories and fittings to customers across

the globe. VADO has over 20 years of

experience in creating and distributing

innovative, stylish and high quality

bathroom products for both the domestic

and international markets. Every product is

created and produced around the values of

quality, innovation, design and service,

which explains why VADO products can be

found in some of the most prestigious hotel

and residential developments throughout

the world.

SYN-200E-SBVADO's Synergie range of basin, bath and shower mixers

have become a real hit with those who desire the verylatest in beautiful and stylish tap design. The waterfall

design spout combined with sleek minimalist body andhandle make for a bold and elegant style statement in

any bathroom. Recently added to the Synergie collectionis a stunning version with an enclosed spout.

PHO-100Photon mixes a round stem with a flat handle and spoutto give an elegant profile. Photon has been designed to

fit a broad range of bathroom designs and features subtlered and blue temperature flashes to the handle, making it

ideal for use in commercial premises like hotels.

PHA-1095Phase is a stylish, single lever range with roundedoff cubic lines. This attractive, high quality andcomprehensive range helps boost the company’salready strong mid-market offering.

ATO-184Matching accessories add the finishing touch. Shown isthe 615mm towel rail.

ZOO-147T-ROVado offers an impressive selection of shower valves andfittings. Shown is the single lever thermostatic bath showermixer with diverter.

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The slimline Castawaymono basin mixer.

The Coast mono basin filler.

www.tremercati.co.uk

0161 620 1212

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Since 1977 Tre Mercati has been

offering the highest quality taps,

showers and accessories with an

emphasis on unique designs and personal

customer service. This year the family run

company is undergoing a facelift in the

form of a rebrand and two exciting new

brochures which will include thermostatic

shower valves and several new ranges

including a waterfall design. The rebrand is

extensive and will include a range of display

options to brighten up any showroom.

Contact your Area Sales Manager for more

information on the details below or by

email at [email protected]

Thermostatic shower valves are a welcome addition to the new brochures. Available inexposed and concealed models with the option of a two or three way built in diverter, the

valves are WRAS approved and complement existing bathroom ranges. The valves areavailable in packs with a choice of shower kit, overhead arm and rose and auto bath fillerwaste to provide the complete shower solution. Shown here are the Darwin two function

shower head (above) and the Lollipop concealed thermostatic valve (right).

The Bella extended mono basin mixer.

THERMOSTATIC VALVES

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Five new models of the Croma 220Showerpipe allow everyone to experiencethe pleasure of showering under a largeoverhead shower at an attractive price. Aball joint means that the overhead showerscan be swung in the direction required,

offering maximum freedom of movement.

Additions to the bestselling Axor Shower

Collection with PhilippeStarck include a 241mmwide waterfall bath spout

that can also be positioned inthe shower to provide an

invigorating cascade.

www.hansgrohe.co.uk

01372 465655


Additions to the Axor Bouroullec collectionby Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec make this

clever range even more versatile. There areseveral new mixer options including different

heights and new comfortable lever handles.The original Corian and oak table that was

designed as a concept by the brothers isnow available as part of the collection.

Hansgrohe, the German specialist bathroom

manufacturer, celebrates its 111th birthday this

year. During its illustrious history, the company has

acquired a reputation as one of the most innovative

leaders in technology, design and sustainability. This

achievement was underlined in 2012 by the International

Forum Design (IF) who raised Hansgrohe’s position in the

company rankings to sixth place out of the 2,000

companies listed. This puts Hansgrohe alongside brands

such as Apple, Sony, Samsung and Phillips and makes

them the leader by far within the bathroom sector.

Featured here are some of the latest design innovations.

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Adorn is a symphony of circles, cylinders andcurves and has a wide diameter spout with a

pencil slim lever control. It is available in polishedchrome and the range includes a mono basintap with click waste, a mono bath tap and awall mounted mono tap with a click waste.

There is also a kitchen tap.

www.pegleryorkshire.co.uk

0844 243 4400

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Minimalistic Ebro includes eight pieces for the basin,bath, bidet and kitchen and includes a single levermono basin mixer with flip waste. The mono bathmixer offers exceptional flow rates at low pressure.

Pegler Yorkshire is the manufacturer behind

the renowned Francis Pegler range of

brassware. The collection has recently

been increased to satisfy demand. “Our aim is

to provide specifiers, installers and consumers

with an all round superior and stylish water

flow solution for their bathrooms,” says Tap

and Mixers Product Manager Mike Dickinson.

The Francis Pegler bathroom tap range has

now been classified into three distinct

categories – Designer, Modern and Traditional.

Each category includes a comprehensive range

of taps that reflect the section they are in.

Manta featuresstraight lines and

angled corners. Therectangular spout,

square handles andflat levers add afuturistic touch.

Manta is available in polished chrome andthere are six pieces in the collection.

Panacea mixers have a European look.Fittings operate at low to mediumpressure. Basin options have adjustableflow straighteners and a click waste.

The Strata Blade has an ovalshape handle and a flat spout.

This fresh and modern look haswide appeal. There are tenproducts in the collection.

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Only a small percentage of the domestic retail market requires aspecialist solution. The majority is made up of those over 65.

Eurocare offers the most extensiverange of accessible doors, screens

and enclosures in the UK.

www.eurocare-showers.com

0844 801 0660


Leading accessible bathing manufacturer Eurocare Showers is giving retailers

the opportunity to tap into accessible bathing without the hassle.

• A Golden Opportunity

The majority of the domestic retail market is made up of the over 65s, a group

that is growing year on year. Affectionately coined ‘the grey market’, it is an

established, fast growing multi-million pound industry, providing more scope

than ever before for accessible bathing to be integrated into mainstream

bathing.

• A fitting solution

Current trends indicate that when it comes to accessible bathing consumers

look for a supplier that can provide a complete service, from design through to

installation. Installation can be notoriously difficult and an area many retailers

wish to avoid, particularly with new or unfamiliar products.

• How the scheme works

The scheme is simple. Those entering into the scheme will be provided with a

menu of ‘installed’ product prices. These prices (subject to survey) will enable

you to provide a realistic idea of cost in order for a sale to be made. You

generate, control and handle your own sale at all times. All our work is fully

guaranteed, and the majority of our products are now backed by a lifetime

guarantee. All our approved contractors are CRB checked for additional peace

of mind.

• Why Eurocare?

Eurocare is an established brand synonymous with quality. Accessible and

stylish our products are at the forefront of the latest innovations and set new

standards in design and ease of use. So when it comes to accessible bathing,

we offer the complete package!

accessible bathing made easy the eurocare retailer scheme

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It is important to ensure that products are fitted correctlyfirst time.



Proud Supporters of made in Britain Campaign.

Eurocare manufactures all its baths and shower solutionsright here in the UK.

Products from Eurocareare inclusively designed to

be practical and stylish.

y with

There is a huge range of walk-in baths on the marketwhich vary in terms of quality and design. All Eurocare

walk-in baths come with a lifetime guarantee.

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Specifically designed for users with sensoryimpairment, the Luda® S comes in a

fashionable and premium silver design. Key tothe consistency in performance of the Luda® S

is the new IQ Smart Technology, developed byAKW to offer an extra level of temperature-

controlling intelligence. For additional safety, itincludes automatic and phased shut-down,

plus safety and low pressure cut-out.

independent livingfrom akw

AKW’s new mixer shower features a contemporarydesign, complete with an integral grab riser rail support,

easy-to-use push button shower head and showeringaccessory shelf slider. The 1m grab riser rail can support

up to 150kg. A 2m long shower hose offers extraflexibility for different ages and abilities.

www.akw-ltd.co.uk

01905 823298


For AKW, the specialist in independent living

solutions, delivering style as well as

performance is key. Adapted bathrooms have

to be functional, but they can also be beautiful - as

you can see from the products shown here.

AKW’s message to bathroom designers looking

to create an adapted bathroom is that modern

bathrooms are perfectly capable of encompassing

the needs of every generation. As a manufacturer

who specialises in bathrooms for the elderly and

less able, they are fully in tune with modern

interiors - and fully understand the importance of

inclusive design. AKW

strive to combine the

practicalities essential to

meet special needs with

aesthetically pleasing

styles that move away

from the clinical

stereotype of an

adapted bathroom.

A simple solution for creating an easily

accessible bathroom that will still appeal to the

whole family is to replace the bath with a low-level

or level access shower. This creates more space and

ensures accessibility. If the bathroom is suitable,

you can go for the full wet-room look - right on

trend with current bathroom design - or install a

level access shower tray. With time, various assistive

aids may need to be incorporated into the design,

but these are easily integrated into a wet-room

design or level access bathroom. Additionally the

inclusion of a stylish but practical shower is key to

the completed bathroom, AKW have not only

created a modern range but have used their

expertise with the Luda® and Arka® showers to

provide products which exceed the standard.

The AKW name is synonymous with innovative

design, easy installation, quality and safety. The

company’s products and services offer everything

needed to create an adapted bathroom to ensure

and enhance an independent lifestyle - and clearly

demonstrate that adapted bathrooms can be

beautiful.


ALL ABOUT AKWAKW is a market leader in the provision ofhigh quality showering, daily living andkitchen solutions for inclusive living.Located in Worcestershire, AKW has 25years’ experience in designing andmanufacturing products particularly for thespecial needs market. The AKW name hasbecome synonymous with innovativedesign, easy installation, quality and safety,providing customers with products andservices that ensure and enhance anindependent lifestyle.

The extensive range of specialistproducts includes shower trays andenclosures, shower screens, care showers,waste pumps, sanitary ware, bathroomproducts and mobility support products.There are also modern kitchen ranges andaccessories for people with special needsand less motor skills.

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Endless design options areavailable with Aqata’s flexible

Spectra range. Shower screens,hinged panels, walk ins, hinged

doors, recess and corner options,or three sided options. This

frameless glass walk in with hingedpanel creates the perfect

combination of design andfunction, a seamless contemporary

look with clear seals and Aqata’sunique waterproof bonding system

which facilitates easy installation.

The Spectra SP456 has simple clean lines andstylish chrome accents and transforms a cornerinto a luxurious shower haven. Featuring clear

spans of 8mm toughened glass and minimaldetailing, the Spectra SP456 brings a sense of

openness and light to maximise space.

The popular Spectra hinged door with inline panel is nowavailable as a corner version as the Spectra SP458 - aneye-catching contemporary frameless enclosure. Availablein four sizes, the generously wide door ensures ease ofaccess and the side glass panel is secured with strikingchrome corners to create a minimal seamless look.

Perfect for modern bathrooms, the innovative SpectraSP446C is ideal for corner areas. It features a fixed screenwith a practical 360mm hinged panel that can be pulledaround to offer splash protection or can be pushed back foreasy access.

www.aqata.co.uk

01455 896500

s h o w e r i n g

best ofbritish

Celebrating over 25 years of business

success, Aqata is an innovative

manufacturer of superior quality shower

enclosures that come with a lifetime guarantee

and proudly bear the label made in the UK.

Engineering-led design combines with quality

workmanship and the finest materials to

produce collections that bring luxury to the

bathroom. Diversity is Aqata’s strength and the

company produces designs from ultra

contemporary to timeless classics with options

to suit every bathroom. Aqata also provides a

one stop shop with outstanding co-ordinating

shower trays and a superb collection of

polished chrome thermostatic shower valves

and bathroom accessories.


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The AQUA 8 Roller is the second frameless option withclearly visible rollers on the top rail as a striking designfeature and sprung glass guides along the bottom ofthe door to ensure long lasting smooth operation. Thiseye-catching model has a stainless steel high qualityfinish and is available as sliding door, quadrant or offsetquadrant designs.

www.aqualux.co.uk

0121 526 7680


Elegance, high quality and stylish design

are all synonymous with the name

Aqualux, the UK’s leading manufacturer

of shower enclosures and bath screens. In

2012, Aqualux added to its comprehensive

product portfolio with the AQUA range of

enclosures, trays and screens. The brand new

AQUA 8 sees the company stepping up its

offer in the high end market. AQUA 8 is being

launched alongside the elegant AQUA 6 and

these two join the previously launched AQUA

4 entry level collection and the AQUA 30

series of slimline shower trays.

The AQUA 8 collection of enclosures is a

truly luxurious option. Modern geometric

styling has been applied with high end

polished silver fittings that include smart metal

handles with soft grip inserts. A selection of

models has matching hinges and towel rails

that incorporate the same water droplet

shape. The fixings have all been concealed

within the wall channels of each enclosure to

give a striking minimalist look. AQUA 8

models feature 8mm thick 2000mm high

glass panels with Aquagleam coating to repel

soap scum and limescale deposits.

Everything about the design and finish of the newAQUA 6 collection of mid range 6mm showerenclosures has been developed to broaden theappeal of the new AQUA range. These showerenclosures exude quality and excellence whileoffering a superb user experience. There is aconfiguration in this range to suit every bathroom.The first Aqualux 1900mm high semi framelesssurround creates a luxurious showering space withcurvy details. The majority of glass panels arereversible for right hand and left hand installationand doors can be removed for cleaning. Theattractive hinge mechanism on a selection ofmodels is appealing and functional and the

matching design soft grip handles are pleasantly tactile. The styling of the handles is suchthat when they are positioned on either side of the Aquagleam treated glass an Aqualuxsignature teardrop is formed. A design co-ordinated towel rail is the perfect match.

The AQUA 8 Hinge is a sleek frameless option withchrome plated zinc alloy fittings and hinges for strengthand durability. Enclosures also feature a stylish towel rail.

These enclosures are available as pivot doors, bifold,quadrant or offset quadrant designs. An additional

feature that will delight the installer is the unique AxisDynamic Adjustment of wall channels for easy fitting, and

alignment offering 25mm depth, X adjustment and aspecially designed Aqualux key to aid fitting.

AQUA - a brand new rangefrom AQUALUX

The AQUA 8 Glide is a semi frameless alternative. As withthe Hinge and Roller designs the majority of panels for the

Glide are reversible. Double wheel bearings on both thetop and bottom runners deliver a satisfyingly smooth

movement. Bifold, pivot, quadrant and offset quadrantoptions are available for the Glide model.

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Matki New Preference BespokeShower Tray with Cut-Out.

www.matki.co.uk

01454 322888

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Matki has introduced the New Illusion Collection. The

Collection includes three impressive enclosures, a

Recess door, Corner enclosure and a Quintesse. The

enclosures combine minimal framing with elegant chrome

details offering the beautiful illusion of showering behind

frameless glass.

The 8mm solid safety glass is cleverly held in place by

Matki’s Non-Slip Hinge supporting the glass time after time for a

flawless closure. The beautiful new handle is the perfect

compliment to the large glass panels. The Soft Return handle is

not only easy to use and functional, it provides a sense of

stunning continuity between hinge and handle.

The glass is innovatively recessed into the tray with a water

tight seal, eliminating the need for silicon sealant along the glass

and tray junction and providing a seamless look between glass

and tray. The New Illusion Corner and Recess comes with

integral low level tray or alternatively can be ordered to go

directly on to a tiled floor or on a tray such as Matki’s new

Preference Shower Tray.

One of the main features of the new Matki Preference

Shower Tray is its complete adaptability and flexibility to fit into

any space. Rich in ground marble, the premium quality and

technologically advanced material make-up of the Matki

Preference Shower Tray gives outstanding durability and a tough

fully restorable surface. The tactile semi-matt finish is

comfortable, luxurious and warm to the touch and blends

beautifully into any bathroom design.

Matki New Illusion RecessShower Door with MatkiPreference Shower Tray.

Matki New Illusion Quintessewith Integrated Shower Tray.

Matki NewIllusion Cornerwith IntegratedShower Tray.

Detail of the Glass Channel in the Tray.

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Sleek, modern Cheadle accessories.

The towel hanger from the Flexi-Fix Chester range.

www.croydex.com

01264 365881

Croydex has been a well known name in

the bathroom accessories and fittings

market since its beginnings in 1919.

Based in Andover, Hampshire, the Croydex

headquarters occupy a five-acre site with

warehousing and manufacturing facilities as well

as a stunning showroom for the stylish Danish

brassware brand Damixa.

For nearly a century Croydex has been

designing, manufacturing and sourcing high

quality fittings and accessories for the UK market.

The company’s product portfolio includes

everything from shower curtains, mats, WC seats,

rods and rails to sleek storage solutions, bathroom

accessories and assistive products.

The new Flexi-Fix wall mounted accessory

ranges from Croydex provide a new and efficient

system, which is set to revolutionise the bathroom

industry. Flexi-Fix is a quick and easy way of

replacing wall mounted accessories with the

minimum of fuss, time and mess - a great solution

for a fast facelift. Simple to fit by even the most

novice of DIYers, the system uses a universal

bracket that means it can be used to replace the

majority of existing wall mounted accessories using

the same fixing holes - regardless of any

differences in spacing or alignment, so there is no

need to use a drill.

With Flexi-Fix there is no need to drill holes

when fixing accessories to the wall for the first

time. A specially formulated adhesive can be used

to stick the accessory firmly in place on walls or

tiles. There are eight ranges in the Flexi-Fix

collection with styles to suit every bathroom from

classic to contemporary.

Flexi-Fix offers three foolproofways to fit wall mounted

bathroom accessories.

The Esher accessories collection.

Chester also includes many other accessories such asthe glass shelf and the toothbrush holder shown above.

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There are three types of Decoline radiatorswith a single or double row of tubes.

www.theheatingcompany.com

0032 8979 0411

h e a t i n g a n d a c c e s s o r i e s

the heating companylaunches new

vasco mid-range


High quality products that are always

in stock and are backed by efficient

service are prime assets for a

radiator manufacturer. Vasco’s new mid-

range of radiators supplied by The Heating

Company offer design quality at an

advantageous price. They will fit every

home and every budget without sacrificing

the attractive design and advanced heat

technology that is Vasco’s trademark

features.

“This is a further upgrade of our

service,” says CCO Sjacco van de Sande.

“An attractive mid-range collection

combining established top sellers with

exciting newcomers makes it easy to

choose. The range consists of a limited

selection of radiators in standard height

and width dimensions, output and colours,

all readily available from stock.”

Vasco is the European market leader in

bathroom radiators and a top manufacturer

of designer radiators. Nearly 78 percent of

the total production is shipped to export

markets in Europe and other countries.

Vasco uses sophisticated technology and

well thought out contemporary - and

essentially timeless - design to create

innovative radiators that fit seamlessly into

any interior.

Vasco is part of The Heating Company

that manufactures a wide range of high

quality heating products under the brands

Vasco, Brugman, Dura, Superia, Thermic

and Thor. The company HQ is in Dilsen,

Belgium.

There are four types of Bathline bathroom radiatorsin white, anthracite or chrome.

There are two types of Vertiline designerradiator with a flat front panel.

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01264 365881www.croydex.com

01959 560010www.aqualisa.co.uk

01444 831200www.thecoastalrange.co.uk

0845 257 [email protected]

07518 858298email: [email protected]

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The latest product from EliteCeramics International is the

SP580, an unusually compactone piece WC that weighs just

29kg and has a projection of580mm. It has a pre installed

flush mechanism (a real boon to installers), eco friendly 4.5 litre flushoption and a soft close seat. The cistern is glazed on the inside,which prevents leaks and the formation of condensation on the

outside of the cistern. One piece construction gives a sleek, modernlook and eliminates dirt traps between the cistern and the pan.

Everything needed comes in the box and only two connections arerequired. The WC is WRAS approved and is perfect for small spaces.

Ideal Bathrooms has recognisedthe growing importance of

saving water in the home in itslatest issue of Create Your Ideal

Bathroom. This 290-pagebathroom guide brings

together the industry’s leadingbrands in an easy to use

brochure that allows consumersto compare and contrast

products. It is now used by over 1,000 bathroom retailers as their showroomliterature of choice to help customers to select their dream bathroom.

Water saving products are highlighted and identified by aleaf symbol. They include low volume showers, reduced

flush WCs, lower volume contoured baths and flowrestricted taps and mixers.

JIS Europe of Haywards Heathhas introduced another heatedtowel rail into the Sussex range.Named The Cinder, the rail ismanufactured for places wherespace is restricted and has threehorizontal rails. It is ideal forsmaller bathrooms, washrooms,

cloakrooms and kitchens. The radiator is 370mm by520mm and can be used in dual fuel format or electricwhen the heating is off. It is made from stainless steel witha satin finish available to order. It has a 25-year guarantee.

Aqualisa has launched a new dual outletthermostatic shower. Midas Plus is a bar valveand comes complete with a 200mm fixeddrencher head and a height adjustablehandset. Simple and straightforward to install,Midas Plus is the perfect choice for designerslooking for an affordable, multi tasking showerfor family bathrooms - and is ideal for new andreplacement installations alike.

The latest addition to Aqualisa’s successfulMidas family, Midas Plus has a stylish brassbodied valve that integrates temperature, flowand diverter controls, a temperature overridebutton and the option of six, eight, nine andtwelve litres per minute flow regulators.

Manhattan Showers Ltd has added toits semi frameless range of showerenclosures with the Minimal Hingedoor. This new door features anupdated square support system. Therotating clasp has been replaced by amagnetic door catch system that givesgood, positive closure. A new built insealing membrane means there is noneed to use silicone around thebottom sections, making the productideal for use on either a tray or directto a tiled floor.

The Minimal Hinge door is made using 8mm glass with Easi-Clean® coatingand flush fit internal hinges for a totally smooth internal finish. It is available in800, 900, 1000 and 1200mm sizes with matching 760, 800 and 900mm panels.

The Irwell open sided and Roeburntallboys from Croydex are elegantnew additions to the bathroomcabinet collection. These slimlineunits are 1800mm tall and just300mm wide.

The mirror front Inwell opensided design has a high gloss finishand features easy to access shelves,Roeburn has a central open storagecompartment between two mirroreddoor sections. Each of these sectionshas an internal shelf.

Both cabinets are easy toassemble and all fittings are includedin the box.

0800 634 2600www.idealbathrooms.com

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