A freestanding bath makes an impact in any bathroom design - the central position makes a bold statement. Accompanying brassware should enhance the style without overpowering the look.

Str3am - a mono-bloc kitchen mixer tap that combines hot, cold and filtered drinking water - has just been launched by Deva.

AntiBacterial GlassTM from AGC Flat Glass UK, kills 99.9% of bacteria and stops the spread of fungi. This latest invention from the leading glass group marks a major milestone in the fight against antibiotic resistant bacteria and well known infections, like E-Coli and MRSA.

Traditional-style bathrooms are still proving to be extremely popular and are even experiencing a renaissance in some specialist sectors.

KTW has extended its range of high gloss colours for drawer and cabinet fronts with Plum. KTW already offers the widest choice of gloss colours in the market, but plum fills an important gap.

The Sistema furniture collection is the latest addition to exclusive bathroom distributor Aquaplus Solutions range of luxury and highly individual products for the bathroom.

Gallery's latest kitchen collection, Madison Cocobolo, takes its inspiration from the luxurious cocobolo timber.

Instantaneously impressive. Teresina PA is the latest design hanging in Cova Products' Premier Collection of 3D forming veneers.

With the average family bathroom measuring just 2m x 2m, Simpsons has recently added the Quadrant Single Door enclosure collection to its Supreme range, which includes the compact 900mm x 760mm model that is small on space but big on style.  As well as its space saving benefits, the enclosure boasts a number of high quality features that pushes this product to the forefront of today's enclosure market. 

Striking core features and strong contrast help Tiepolo PB stand out as a real jewel in the crown of 3D forming designs.

Coolzone unveils a stylish new range of contemporary black fridges and fridge/freezers that cater for the demand for black kitchen products. With black being the most fashionable colour for domestic appliances for Spring 2008, the Coolzone range looks sophisticated in the kitchen and co-ordinates extremely well with stainless steel products.

It may have enjoyed a number of new looks over the last three decades but as 2008 sees Triton's T80 collection of electric showers celebrate its 30th year as the number 1 best seller, it is easy to see why it has remained the ‘installer's friend' through the years.

Furthering on the popularity of its iconic retro refrigeration collection, Italian appliance manufacturer Smeg announces the launch of the FAB10 refrigerator. FAB10 combines all the aesthetic pleasures, including soft rounded corners and ‘50's style lettering, of the full size FAB cooling appliances in a meter high version ideal for small kitchens, offices and for use as a drinks fridge in modern, funky living spaces.

We are all becoming switched on to changing the look and feel of the kitchen at the touch of a button, ensuring there's just the right balance of task and mood lighting. Cue PWS' new range of lighting that features a line-up of the latest innovations, including the pan drawer light which is offered in a fashionable aluminium finish.

The sophisticated lines of the Stanford heating stove range from Euroheat have always been popular and now the company has introduced two new models with hot plates atop.

Bathroom designers and retailers as well as specifiers and contractors in the domestic and hospitality markets now have access to a range of steam free bathroom cabinets from demista^TM, the leaders in steam free mirror systems.

Leading fittings and components manufacturers and suppliers - Daro Factors - offer an extensive selection of decorative grilles for radiators and other applications in both standard pack and sheet sizes or cut to size. They also provide both angled and flat frames.

Only occasionally is a product genuinely developed as a result of retailer demand that reflects a gap in the market. J.I.S. Europe Ltd., one of the largest suppliers of modern radiators and towel rails in the South East, reckons that The Beacon 400, a new, tall, modern-styled towel rail radiator only recently introduced in their showrooms is just exactly that. J.I.S. Europe Ltd. MD Richard Thelwell says "The market has been crying out for a taller towel rail to give greater scope for airing and bathroom heating within a small area. The Beacon 400 is a very welcome addition to the high quality Sussex range and it will fill that gap in the market perfectly."

Hettich has launched its new ProDecor handle collection with 229 designs ranging from the minimalist and discrete to the bold and attention-grabbing. With numerous recessed and surface-mounted styles to choose from, Hettich's sophisticated new line-up comes in a variety of finishes, including stainless steel, aluminium, wood, porcelain, glass and leather.

Life just got much simpler for fabricators and installers, thanks to a revolutionary new patented sink clip system from Franke. Designed specifically to ensure fast and efficient fitting for undermount sinks, this new G-Clip is a simple innovation that will make undermount sink fitting a breeze.

There seems to be no stopping the allure of PWS' high gloss Avant range as ebony becomes the sixth colour option in the collection.  Only 5 months after the immensely successful launch of runaway success Avant Black, Ebony adds a new dimension to the portfolio.

K Kitchens, the latest new look from PJH Group's contemporary kitchen furniture brand is Bold, balanced and extremely sleek.

HIGH OUTPUT STAINLESS STEEL TOWEL RADIATORS

Compact Slim Flat - Ideal for small spaces and the end of a kitchen base unit.
Compact Wide - our popular metre wide towel radiator is now available in a 600mm height.
Maxi Plus Flat -  a new 1400mm height with additional horizontal tubes to give a big output for those big bathrooms.

Designer radiator and heated towel rail company Aestus has been appointed by French radiator manufacturer Cinier as its main agent for the UK and Ireland. The Cinier range will sit comfortably with and be a complement to Aestus's existing portfolio of stainless steel and granite radiators, heated towel rails and benches.

A Worcestershire based company has developed a unique system of encapsulating high quality images and designs onto a range of solid materials ranging from glass and stainless steel through to plywood, MFC and MFMDF.

A unique new towel holder and dryer, the 'Shelf', is the perfect solution to drying and storing towels in bathrooms, wet-rooms and shower rooms.

Dunlop Adhesives has introduced ‘Standard Set Plus Floor & Wall Tile Adhesive' in direct response to the growing popularity of large format wall tiles and the increasing use of porcelain and natural stone.

We are one of the UK's leading independent kitchen and bathroom furniture manufacturers with a range of products designed and manufactured in Manchester to meet all budgets. This year will be our 35th anniversary and we are constantly striving to give first class service combined with quality and reliability.

Paul McClintock, UK Sales & Marketing Director of Shires Bathrooms Group, gives an upbeat overview of the year ahead for the bathroom market.

Corvo, an exciting new 16-piece suite of clean-cut, white contemporary style sanitaryware from Shires.  Each piece is simple, yet stunning and will suit all installations - new build or refurbishments.

A new semi-ped basin option for its best-selling Westminster range of sanitaryware has been unveiled by Imperial Bathrooms. Designed to provide a modern alternative to the traditional pedestal, this latest option further extends the versatility of this period range and epitomises the leading British bathroom manufacturer's ‘Modern Classic' design ideal.

You've got a really good house design with a feature kitchen and bathroom which will really appeal to buyers.  Building work starts and the plumber is installing a nice new bathroom.  He positions the shiny white close-coupled WC ready to connect to waste and water and what happens?  He can't push the close-coupled platform up to the wall because the soil stack duct is in the way.

Roca continually seeks to improve and develop its product portfolio to meet the changing demands of today's modern world.  As well as adding new ranges, the company also re-visits existing suites to look at how they can be altered in line with the latest interiors trends.

Pressalit, renowned for high quality and the greatest innovators in toilet seat design, has brought to market the unique "football" seat, that until recently was a one-off exhibit in the Pressalit Design Gallery.  The production models have a lid that is fashioned like a football and the seat is coloured to represent grass on the pitch. 

tc bathrooms, one of the UK's fastest growing bathroom manufacturers, reports that curves are definitely back when it comes to bathroom suites.

A fabulous new product has just been launched which is taking the ‘bath' world by storm.

Monica is a brand new contemporary bathroom suite from Impulse Bathrooms. Beautifully simple styling with angular, clean cut lines it is remarkably compact and has water saving benefits which will make it a popular choice for those who consider the environment.

Designed to attract style-savvy consumers, RAK Ceramic's Metropolitan range is an affordable collection of sanitaryware that combines chunky angles with a pure white finish that exudes designer appeal. Perfect for bathroom designers and installers looking to impress with a sleek, contemporary range that won't blow the budget - retail prices start from just £98.64 for a basin with full pedestal, making Metropolitan a high quality yet inexpensive option for any modern bathroom.

As market leaders, toilet seat giant Bemis continue to take their responsibility to reduce their carbon footprint very seriously.  Committed to clean, ecologically sound products and processes, Bemis takes care with the environment in light of increasing global concern about the future of our planet.

Tribeca free-standing baths from Häfele are double-skinned acrylic and very contemporary in style. Tribeca features a chrome finished towel rail around the full rim of the bath and a floor standing tap and wet stick hand held shower extends the functionality of the layout.        

Water Jewels is Italian architect Matteo Thun's first collection for international bathroom manufacturer VitrA. 

An elegant mix of simplicity combined with imagination and flair is what sets the new Lagaro collection from Sottini apart from the rest. 

Impulse Bathrooms design and manufacture all their own products, enabling them to incorporate features which the market is asking for, including water saving measures and easy fit W.C. options.

Among the numerous new launches from Duravit throughout last year, 2007 was an innovative time for baths. Blue Moon, designed by Jochen Schmiddem, is an attractive deep pool for indoor and outdoor use that allows the user to move around freely and bathe in weightless buoyancy.

In the twenty-first century an ordinary bath is no longer enough, consumers want a bathing experience. They want to be able to create their own personal sanctuary and have an holistic spa-like treatment.

Manufacturer Appollo make baths for those who find it difficult getting in and out of a standard bath and have a wide range of assisted baths available. Appollo have taken assisted bathing for the elderly one step further by offering hydrotherapy as an upgrade option.

Any wellness experience must be as hassle free as possible and Airbath, the manufacturer of hydrotherapy baths, have responded to this need with digital technology. The thermofill ‘no-touch' control system dispenses thermostatically-controlled water without the need for conventional taps.

A perfect vision of the shower of the future, Tonax is Ideal Standard International's latest innovative showering system collection, combining functionality with innovation. For the first time a new material has been used to produce the shower cubicle which allows for more silent showering and retains 20% more steam than a traditional glass shower cubicle.

Biojet Bathrooms has announced the launch date of January 2008 of its new specialist luxury glass shower and steam collection, which incorporates some of the finest designs and features to be found in the industry, and provides the ultimate showering experience.

Hydrotherapy bathroom products specialist CEDA have long recognised that with increasing time spent at work and the resulting effects on our general heath, the need to find genuine relaxation time is essential.

This year Bronte Whirlpools celebrates its 25th anniversary. Originally whirlpools and spas were perceived as a luxury only for the wealthy. Bronte believes that it is important to get the basics right without comprising on quality.

As today's consumer becomes more conscious of health and hygiene issues in the home, modern bathrooms must be designed with wellness in mind - ensuring heightened cleanliness without compromising on style. Appearance is a key priority, with more and more people looking for the ‘wow' factor.

A bathroom today should be seen as a sanctuary for relaxation and well-being providing an escape from the stresses of everyday life. With more than 50 years as an innovator in sauna and steam-room technology, Swedish manufacturer Tylö has combined designer-shower features with the most advanced steam generators to create an innovative and imaginative multi-functional steam-shower that takes up no more space than the average bath, yet offers a choice of features including shower, massage and steam bathing all in one unit.

The Ramor shower tower has been introduced in-line with growing consumer demand for showers that enable them to recreate the kind of bathroom looks they have seen in hotels and luxury health resorts.

The Bath Additives Company supply specially formulated products for use in all types of indoor jetted baths.

Enjoy the benefits of a hydromassage bath with the addition of superior whirlpool jets to create the ultimate bathing solution.

Hudson Reed offers the magnificent Sunflower fixed overhead shower measuring a full 12 inches across, for the wellness feeling of being enveloped in a warm tropical downpour.. 

The Magna BSM uses proven Mira Digital mixing technology and offers all the features and benefits of the shower models such as accurate control of flow and temperature, the ability to ‘lock' a selected temperature and flow setting and a Warm Up feature to avoid those cold nasty surprises. There is also a Time Out feature which enables the bath filler to learn how much water and at what temperature is required to ensure the perfect bath every time.

Wet rooms and walk-in power showers might be all the rage, but they are no use to anyone with a tiny bathroom. And however small, a bathroom must, by definition, have a bath - you can't read a book or the Sunday paper in a shower. But, of course, there will always be times when speed is of the essence and a quick douche is required, which leaves a lot for designers to think about.

Roman, the UK's market leading shower manufacturer, has refreshed and re-launched their popular range of shower accessories.

Set to revolutionise the bathroom market, Triton has launched a cutting-edge new "Luxury Body Dryer" which can quickly dry its user and at the same time heat up the entire bathroom for a luxurious showering and grooming experience.

Bathrooms are relatively new to Häfele but the range is big and the ideas are far reaching - it has the scope to make bathrooms function more efficiently and the new inventory is on the ESSENTIALS  list for today's designers.

In every product category HiB offer products that are sourced from original European and international design houses and have passed the scrutinizing of HiB's stringent quality controls ensuring that they exceed all fit for purpose requirements for installation in the UK.

Leading Swiss mirror and mirror cabinet manufacture Schneider has expanded its popular GRACELINE collection with the addition of a 700mm wide version allowing this stylish cabinet to be used in smaller bathrooms and cloakrooms.

Jonathan Casley, sales and marketing director at Glen Dimplex Home Appliances comments on how the Kitchen Appliance market is shaping up in 2008.

Stoves new collection of premium built-in products, appropriately named Accolade, offers a full suite of alluring cooking appliances. With the increasing popularity of open-plan living and current trend for completely coordinated appliances, the new collection has been specifically designed to help create a streamlined look throughout the kitchen.

Allied, one of the UK's leading distributors, has recently added a 'professional' stainless steel built-in coffee maker to Sarena, its own brand appliance range.

With two capacious oven cavities to choose from, model U1644 is the perfect centrepiece for any new kitchen.

Designed to create healthier and tastier food using lower temperatures and less energy  Siemens now includes built in steam oven model HB26D550B in its comprehensive cooking appliance range. 

Smeg has added the PVA750 hob to its successful Linear Series range of appliances. The Linear Series is a collection of ovens, hobs and hoods characterised by sleek, minimal styling fused with high quality materials including silver glass and complemented by distinctive transparent controls.

Setting a new benchmark in state-of-the art design and manufacture, the new Active Island decorative hood from Franke takes this contemporary collection to greater heights. Its sleek profile makes it a fantastic option for island installations and those who like room to manoeuvre while cooking!

The stylish Sharp R879 has all the versatility of a conventional oven while offering the speed and convenience of a 900W combination microwave. Multi-functional features for fantastic culinary results include a convection oven (40-250 degrees C) and double quartz grill (upper 1200W - lower 650W) - ideal for crisp pizza cooking.

Following the successful launch of the 1092 Deluxe Induction range cooker, Falcon has now introduced an induction hob to their popular Continental. The original stylish Falcon Continental offers multiple features that enable an expert level of cooking such as a fan oven, multifunctional oven that includes a dual circuit grill. By adding the induction hob, the Falcon Continental Induction brings increased precision to cooking.

Mercury's RC1090 range cooker is a contemporary classic, which is available in seven up to the minute colours, plus a stainless steel version. A perfect fusion of innovative design, detail, quality and performance, the RC1090 features a one piece stainless steel hob top, with matt enamelled cast iron pan supports, designed in a cattle grid formation, and five powerful gas burners, including a 5kW triple ring wok burner.

With its sleek touch control fascia and compact dimensions, Baumatic's new P460 multifunction oven proves that the best things in life come in small packages

he White-Westinghouse range of ovens from Premium Appliance Brands is as much about style as it is about function and the sleek finish can only be described as stunning.

Set to drive refrigeration specialists Lec into the premium sector is the launch of ‘Quartz by Lec', a new collection of premium refrigeration offering consumers a range of high quality products full of the latest technology with a stylish and functional design.

Following nearly a decade of economic buoyancy, the past 12 months has seen the dreaded ‘R' word becoming increasingly common in newspaper reports and, if we are to believe everything we read in the press, tough times lie ahead.  Talk of recession looming is making everyone jittery and no doubt those of us in the KBB industry are wondering how it will affect our businesses.

Reginox has extended its range of design-led granite sinks through the addition of two new colourways.  The RG X10 and RG X15 sinks are both now available in Titanium and Onyx, as well as in the already existing Cameo and Sand options.

The new MTK 611 single bowl and MTK 651 one-and-a-half bowl sinks from Franke are perfect for kitchen designs where a modern take on the traditional ceramic butler sink is required.  The two 1000mm-wide ceramic sinks, from the popular Mythos range, are designed to emulate the classic look while incorporating today's technology.

Sterling have launched their latest catalogue which features many new and innovative products. There are several new ranges of stainless steel insets which are directly targeting the architectural purist - no better emphasized than with the new Amalthea shown here. The growing demand for Undermount  sinks has not gone unanswered with further models added to their range, Sterling now boast the largest collection of Undermounts in three materials: stainless steel, ceramic and cast Iron.

With texture in the home being a trend that looks set to run and run, the Microlinen texture from Carron Phoenix is the ideal way to add some tactility to the kitchen. The Microlinen texture is available on all four of the premium specification Isis sinks.

From February to April, Rieber is offering consumers up to £120 off the SRP when purchasing selected Rieber Avant Garde and Waterstation® taps and sinks together.

The Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association (KBSA) will be supporting Channel Four's Grand Designs Awards by sponsoring the Award for Best Bathroom Range 2008.

With diesel having passed the £1/litre mark, BMA members frustrated by rising fuel prices are increasingly praising fuel cards for their cost management advantages. Steve Clarke, sales and marketing manager for Abbey Fuelcards, said: "Fuelcard holders still cite guaranteed lower prices as the main reason for joining, but we regularly hear that this is closely followed by the account management benefits."

With an increasingly busy launch program and extensive product portfolio, PWS have appointed designer Graeme Smith to enhance the company's design expertise.  Graeme's newly created role will focus primarily on showroom design, building on his exceptional results at Teesside University where he graduated with a first class honours in Interior Architecture and Design, recently followed by a MA with distinction, specialising in Spatial design. 

Montrose Furniture, the specialists in Bathroom furniture, await their fresh new brochure and brand identity.  Work is well underway with their launch expected in early March.

The storage specialist Vauth-Sagel Systemtechnik will be showing a fabulous new range of fittings at the Zow Exhibition in Germany from 25-28 February on Stand 2 in Hall 19.

Wavin Plastic's expertise in producing superior heating and cooling systems has been endorsed by Persimmon Home's decision to use the company's genius OSMA Underfloor Heating (UFH) systems in its high profile housing project, Living-i.

The Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA) is looking forward to having a strong presence at KBB 2008.

RAK Ceramics is kicking off the New Year in style with a fantastic incentive scheme for all its Trilogy Dealerships that includes an amazing three day stay at their 5* beach resort hotel in the United Arab Emirates as first prize. Helping retailers to motivate their staff to sell products from RAK Ceramic's Metropolitan range - which is a hugely popular contemporary sanitaryware collection from its Trilogy Collection - there are two further covetable prizes on offer. Second prize is two tickets to the FA Cup Final on May 17th, complete with VIP treatment at RAK Ceramic's corporate box, and third prize is a case of RAK Ceramic's own-brand quality Champagne delivered direct.  

With immediate effect, Matt Watson becomes the latest member to join the Kaldewei team in the new position of Sales Promoter.   

Jewson, the UK's largest mixed merchant chain, has re-joined the Builders Merchants Federation following an absence of 3 years.

The German luxury kitchen manufacturer, Poggenpohl, will be opening an additional 40 to 60 of its own studios, worldwide, over the next four years.  Alongside the 420 dealer-operated kitchen studios, of which some 140 sell the Poggenpohl brand on an exclusive basis, the German luxury kitchen manufacturer already operates 27 of its own retail studios worldwide.

Coram Showers has unveiled a new showroom at its Bridgnorth manufacturing site, allowing retailers, merchants and housebuilders to experience the company's current range of high performance products first hand.

To help develop sales of its mid-market ranges, German shower enclosure manufacturer Hüppe UK has appointed Ideal Bathrooms of Milton Keynes as  a national distributor of its Joop 1002 and 501 Design series from 1 January 2008.

First measure the area to be tiled and calculate the area in square metres, work out the number of tiles per square metre and multiply this by the area to be covered.  It is advisable to include up to 10% extra to the figure you have worked out to allow for cutting.  If you think you may be making alterations at a later date then buy more than you need as tiles are a fashion item and styles change.

Bellissimo Furniture is the new name for KTW Distribution, reflecting the company's evolution from primarily a cabinet door and drawer front supplier into a single source for fitted kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and office furniture and components. A new brochure illustrating Bellissimo's kitchen and bedroom ranges is available now.

Mercury Appliances has appointed 23 year old graduate, Ian Hoverd as Marketing Assistant.  After graduating with a BA Hons in advertising and management in June 2006, Ian joined Mercury's parent company Lincat. His move to the marketing department at Mercury will provide a challenge in this fast growing company.

Stuart Turner Ltd the pump people from Henley on Thames have launched new sales literature to support their comprehensive product range.

Chartley Ltd has developed a comprehensive presentation folder to house all the brochures for the brands it represents in its growing portfolio.

The new, super-sized catalogue of ceramic tiles from Craven Dunnill's Renaissance Collection has just been published and comprises an impressive 192 pages, 88 ranges and over 1000 different tiles, all of which are held in stock.  The spectrum of designs offered is vast, ranging from the latest in classical whites to chic new designs featuring innovative metallic effects and large format tiles.  Craven Dunnill specialises in offering quality tiles for both residential and commercial projects to suit all tastes.  The catalogue, with its glossy, inspirational lifestyle imagery, sets out to inspire.

The Ideal Bathrooms Directory, launched in 2006 has been a remarkable success story with over 750 customers using the Directory.

The highlight of the kitchen and bathroom industry calendar, KBB incorporating Expotile 2008 is an optimum chance to see the evolution of the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom, presenting a stunning spectrum of furniture, worktops, showers, sanitary ware, sinks, accessories and tiles.

The kitchen and bathroom industry has evolved to where a prospective customer must decide on a potentially bewildering array of options.  20-20 Technologies provides state-of-the-art design, photo-realistic 3D rendering and management software to the kitchen and bathroom industry that removes the guesswork from major design decisions and consumer purchases. 

Abacus Direct Ltd are a specialist manufacturer and distributor serving the merchant and retail sectors. The Abacus Stand will be divided into two sections; One side will feature the exquisite Ben de Lisi Bathroom Concepts, which incorporate sanitaryware, baths, shower screens, radiators and furniture. This is complemented by the exclusive Fantini brassware.

With over 30 years experience, ADP Commercial Systems and its flagship software, K8, has continued to offer a comprehensive business management solution to help Bathroom and Kitchen Distributors, Wholesalers and Retailers to increase profit potential, improve efficiency, reduce cost, provide superior customer service, and gain visibility and control across their businesses.

Exhibited for the first time in the UK, the full range of Air Uno hoods will be on display at KBB 2008 at the NEC, Birmingham, March 2nd - 5th. A leading name in Italy, Air Uno extractors combine real design flair with high performance extraction. Linear and sculptural, they are a stylish choice for today's ‘lifestyle' kitchens, where every piece of equipment must have its own design values.

Abode will be launching a full range of hi-tech taps including the Fliq Pro, Fliq J and Fliq Square - all variants of the very successful Fliq tap with side paddle style handles.  A new traditional design tap called Hargrave will also make its debut in both mono and bridge styles and be available in Chrome, Brushed Nicked and Antique Bronze.  Also on show publicly for the first time will be the two ingenious products Swich Filter Water Diverter and the Rapid Fit Plumbing Kit.

AKW MediCare are leading suppliers of innovative showering, daily living and kitchen solutions enhancing the independence for the elderly and less able with style and design.

ALNO will be showcasing its latest designs, colours, finishes and innovations. Precision-designed and manufactured at the company's headquarters in Pfullendorf, Germany , ALNO's new 2008 collection contains much to get excited about.

Aqata will be launching its first ever range of contemporary showers at KBB 2008 offering a comprehensive selection of poles, shower heads, body jets and valves. The new Linneal shower range will be unveiled alongside Aqata's stunning new collection of shower enclosures.

This year, Aqualux is hosting its largest ever stand  to showcase its collection of market leading enclosures, bath screens and steam cabins.

Aquaplus Solutions will be returning for its 3rd consecutive year to KBB 2008 with a stylish collection of bathroom brassware, ceramics and furniture oozing quality and inspirational design for which the company is renowned.

Areen Stonecraft are the importers and stockists of a beautiful range of world granites, the granites have been selected for their high density and colour and quality and are most suitable for kitchen worktops, vanity tops and bar tops.

ArtiCAD Ltd develops, supplies and supports the ultimate Computer-Aided sales tools for the KBB Industry - making it easier to sell kitchen, bedroom and bathroom designs. New releases of ArtiCAD-Pro - for kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms & studies and BathCAD - the bathroom-only solution will be introduced at KBB. ArtiCAD will also be unveiling a stunning additional product and previewing a further new technology innovation at the show.

Situated in Hall 18, stand number J22, the Astracast stand will feature the latest in sink and tap technology.

Following the runaway success of its professional-style Pythagora collection, which was launched this year, KBB 2008 will reveal exciting new additions to Baumatic's Pythagora range cooker portfolio, providing a model to suit all lifestyles and budgets. Taking the Pythagora range cooker offering up to an impressive choice of 12 models (from the original four-strong collection), the new portfolio will be led by the PCC9120SS.

The Outline towel radiator is a Paul Priestman design, loop-shaped and made from coiled steel tubing to create a simple, bold, silhouette with no harsh angles.  The clean-cut lines suit both modern and traditional interiors and towels can be hung through one of the five rungs, stacked inside or on top of the radiator.

Rising stars, promising newcomers,and a supporting cast of established favourites will be putting on a great show on the BLANCO stand at KBB Expo 2008.

BKU is the only product magazine in the bathroom and kitchen marketplace.  Published monthly and free of charge the easy to read format provides readers with information on new products and services along with regular features covering all aspects of the kitchen and bathroom marketplace. 

Categorised by both price and design style, Bristan's shower enclosure collection is split into 3 distinct ranges, allowing the installer to simply identify which product will work for their customer's budget and tastes. First up is the Jute range, which directly targets the new-build and merchants sectors with a price conscious collection.

Bushboard returns to KBB with an unashamed emphasis on design innovation.

Caple will be displaying a cross-section of its extensive product portfolio spanning appliances, sinks and taps, and a taster selection of its quality kitchen and bedroom furniture.

CARAT is a kitchen industry specialist founded in Germany, designing Computer Aided Software Design for the kitchen industry.  It is unique in that it benefits from its association with two of the largest companies in Germany, MHK Group and Dataform.

Centre stage on the Carron Phoenix stand are     two superb new granite sink ranges, Java and   Fiji, which will further enhance the company's extensive sink portfolio. Reflecting the resurgence in popularity of this robustly hardwearing and beautifully tactile material, the new ranges focus on appealing, timeless design that will complement a wide range of kitchen styles and worksurface materials.

CDA supplies a vast range of kitchen appliances to meet the needs of every market sector.  The company prides itself on its meticulous attention to detail which comes from a passion to provide quality products that are both stylish and reliable. KBB 2008 will see the launch of a selection of exciting new products.

Ceda's new Elegance shower enclosures range will be on show at stand B68 at KBB 2008.  ‘The range has achieved phenomenal success since its' launch last year' said David Clarkson, General Manager of Ceda UK. ‘We are adding a number of new models to the range this year and are hoping that KBB will enable potential customers to see the affordable quality of our enclosures.'

The largest manufacturer of luxury freestanding acrylic baths in Europe, Clearwater Collection Limited will be exhibiting the stunning Graffiti range for the first time in the UK.

Showcasing an exceptional 100 brand new products, Crosswater's stand will be brimming with innovations and inspiration. Making a captivating array of the very latest brassware products, including outstanding taps, showers and accessories, the Crosswater stand is an essential stop.

Showcasing an exceptional 100 brand new products, Crosswater's stand will be brimming with innovations and inspiration. Making a captivating array of the very latest brassware products, including outstanding taps, showers and accessories, the Crosswater stand is an essential stop.

Crystal Baths will be unveiling its' breathtaking range of Glass Baths and Sinks at this years KBB.

Danish masters of bathroom furniture design, ‘Dansani', have lots of surprises in-store for KBB 2008.

Deva is showcasing a number of innovative new brassware products alongside even more shower products utilising the innovative Satinjet^TM water-saving technology at KBB 2008.

Leader in climate control, DEVI, is exhibiting a host of new products - all designed to make underfloor heating throughout the home simple and effective.

Leading British distributor of quality kitchen and bedroom products, DK Distribution will once again exhibit at KBB with an exciting range of products and components.

easyquote will launch the latest addition to its industry-leading range of business management software for kitchen, bedroom and bathroom suppliers and manufacturers on Stand J32 in Hall 18.

New door styles, additions to existing ranges and new colours are being launched by ECB Maxim at the KBB 2008 Exhibition. Two of these new colours will be shown for the first time in Europe. A modern wood framed kitchen will be featured in a new beige shade and taupe will be shown on the popular Fleur range.  As well as launching these new kitchens, a range of gloss white bathroom furniture, fitted with a contrasting black top and bowl will be displayed. Coverage of the whole U.K. is in place and a series of advertisements will back up this commitment.

The year 2008 is set to be an exciting one for Eurobath with their 20th Anniversary. The celebrations will kick off with their presence at the KBB show in March. There will be many new exciting lines on the eye-catching 182m2 stand; the company's biggest to date,  with working display's of the stunning Ethos showerhead, the preview of Time completed by the showcase for Nuance, the unique range with 3 coloured handle options. All of this and more is going to make Eurobath stand B18 be the place to be this year!

Excel Doors are launching five new ranges in March and these exciting new designs will form the focus of their stand.  A brand new brochure featuring the whole range of products will also be available at the exhibition.

Axiom by Formica®, the UK's leading premium worktop and accessories range, will unveil its design-led range refresh exclusively at KBB at the NEC, Birmingham (2-5 March 2008).  This stylish range update features exciting new textures unique to Axiom®, bold new colours, and trend-led designs. The new range will premiere at KBB on Formica Limited's stand, J15.

Franke has become the first major sink manufacturer to introduce a glass and steel sink. Glass is one of the latest and most innovative materials to hit kitchens in recent years, and is now widely used on worktops and splashbacks.  The fashionable new Kubus KBV range of  durable stainless steel bowls with hygienic yet style-led toughened glass drainers and surrounds is truly unique and offers consumers the best of both worlds.

Geberit, the leading manufacturer of sanitary, supply and drainage systems, will be launching a range of new products at KBB 2008, including the Duofix UP320 WC cistern and Sigma flushplates, to meet the increasing demand for innovative wall-hung sanitary solutions.

Visitors to this year's KBB will be able to see first hand how Galaxy's extensive portfolio of instantaneous electric and power showers are tailored to the needs of both the installer and the end user.  

GROHE will be exhibiting its most stylish taps and showering systems, as well as showing what's new at KBB 2008.

Why will everyone go ‘Ga Ga' on the Hansgrohe Stand C51 this year? Well you will just have to tune-in during the event! Visitors can expect to see this latest showering technology demonstrated along with other exciting eco-products making their worldwide debut at KBB.

Just when you thought every nook and cranny of the kitchen had been turned into useful space, a Hettich innovation has managed to unleash storage potential from an area which is under-used in most kitchens. Cosario makes its debut in the UK market at KBB.

Britain's leading supplier of quality bathroom products will exhibit at KBB with a cross selection from their new portfolio of products.

Impey UK, designers and manufacturers of innovative shower and wetroom solutions, returns to KBB this year to showcase its ultimate collection in wetroom floor formers, plus their latest range of wetroom shower screens.

Hydralectric will be featuring its British made range of Qualflex flexible hoses at HPE running in conjunction with the KBB at Birmingham's NEC from March 02-05 in Hall 7, stand C82.

Impulse Bathrooms is taking a major leap forward introducing complete ranges of baths and brassware to add to its extensive collection of ceramic suites.

The new Deluge shower has an impressive flow rate and the benefits of TMV2 anti-scald control. Water is delivered via a large fixed head, as well as through an adjustable, removable head which makes the Deluge as fantastic showering experience.

JIS EUROPE LTD. will be showing a range of stainless steel heated towel rails from their extensive Sussex range at KBB 2008 at the NEC on stand 20 D7. They will include the Beacon, 400mm wide and 165mm tall, which like all the JIS range, is manufactured in 100% stainless steel with brushed satin or polished finishes. All the radiators are suitable for central heating, electric or dual fuel format and as an added bonus the "Hove" and the "Arun" are available with an optional towel rail.  All the radiators are covered by a 25 year guarantee.

Already one of the biggest names in kitchens and bedrooms, JJO is set to make its mark on the bathroom market with the launch of the eco bathroom range at KBB.

Just Taps Plus are one of the UK's biggest suppliers and distributors of kitchen and bathroom brassware and accessories.  To view all of our fantastic ranges and collections, visit www.justtapsplus.co.uk.  

"Out with the bath.........."   has been the cornerstone of Kermi's promotional activity throughout 2007 and they are now launching a much wider selection of price pointed Walk-in Showers in addition to their highly successful and flexible Walk-in System launched in 2007. 

Laufen's generous 247.5 m2 stand, will offer a comprehensive overview of its ceramic and furniture ranges launched in the UK over the last two year's and will include: The iconic Il Bagno Alessi dOt range; the award winning Palomba collection and chic Open furniture. 

Matki Showering will reveal an exciting collection of new products including shower enclosures, walk-in's and technically advanced shower mixers at KBB 2008. Brassware from Swadling, a Matki company, will also be on display.  Effortless style and sublime innovation are the hallmarks of the Matki collection, and the foundations on which every Matki shower is created. 

Mayfair Taps and Showers are planning their best ever show for KBB 2008. Mayfair will be launching a range of new designs as part of its new trends collection and a new range of showers that will complement the Mayfair portfolio.

MHS Radiators will be unveiling over 20 new radiator designs at the KBB Exhibition. The stunning new models include radiators and towel rails in the latest designs and finishes including brushed and polished stainless steel, aluminium, satin-anodised and chrome.

Mereway Group of Companies are launching exciting new ranges at KBB in March this year designed to meet retailers demand for new and exciting styles and finishes.

Ranked among the top three kitchen manufacturers in Italy, MOBILTURI is regarded as one of the leaders in its field with over  1,000 retailer outlets throughout Italy. The company is dedicated to a green environment and favours the use of ecological wood. It has been awarded the prestigious DNV certificate as required by  UNI and ISO 14001:2004 regulations.

In a rainbow of colours from red and citrus orange to lime and Royal blue - including the NEW shade of aubergine - this wonder material is already a firm favourite with many award-winning and leading kitchen designers. The new shade will be shown alongside the 20 existing colours including Latte and Cappucino.  Solid and Uv stable the colours runs all the way through and won't fade.

This year's KBB will be one of the most exciting ever for Pegler Yorkshire. The leading brassware manufacturer will be launching some brand new additions to an already superb range of market leading products.

Aeon Radiator Heaven will be exhibiting a number of its specialist bathroom radiators. The new designs, crafted from both brushed satin effect and mirror finish hand polished stainless steel, have been designed with maximum energy efficiency and heat output in mind, unlike many contemporary designer radiators.

German kitchen manufacturer, Poggenpohl, in an exciting brand co-operation with Porsche Design, launches a kitchen for men at this year's KBB exhibition.

High-octane luxury is Pronorm's message with a stand majoring on two large contemporary kitchens that gracefully combine finest quality materials, beautiful aesthetics and ergonomic excellence.

Quarella will be showing their latest range of PianoForte Quartz Composite Work Surfaces, with the ultimate range of over 45 colours and finishes, suitable for all Styles and Designs of Kitchen and Bathroom Surfaces.  

Quinn Radiators, Europe's leading Panel, Towel & Feature Radiator manufacturer, will be displaying a comprehensive selection from their exclusive Towel & Feature Radiator range.

Ultra-convenient, ultra-safe with a built-in childproof safety mechanism and brilliantly energy-efficient, Quooker's unique compact under-sink tank leaves ample space for a waste disposal and storage.

Bursting with exciting innovations within sanitaryware, tiles, and fireclay sinks, RAK Ceramic's stand will unveil a host of new product launches that are destined to impress. Leading the new product line-up is RAK Ceramic's newest suite - Credenza. Not available until late Spring, KBB 2008 will provide a sneak preview of this stunning new sanitaryware range, which is a modern, semi-luxury suite that's certain to attract the crowds for both its stylish design and equally attractive price-point.

Reginox UK will be launching two new stainless steel sinks aimed at homeowners seeking a luxury sink at a budget price.  The RLE 217S and RLE 220S are the result of new manufacturing techniques that are enabling Reginox to produce these two sinks at an extremely competitive price, whilst still retaining all the features associated with higher-end products, including a polished finish, designer-profile drainer and basket strainer waste.  The RLE 217S has a single bowl and drainer while the RLE 220S features a one and half bowl and drainer.  Both sinks, which will be available from the end of March, are 160mm deep and have a reversible drainer.

Roman, the UK's market leading shower manufacturer, is set to unveil a number of new products at KBB.

At KBB 2008, Roca will be showcasing a brand new collection of sanitaryware and furniture. Whilst remaining true to Roca's long-standing ethos - style with substance, form with function, the latest collection continues to push design boundaries, introducing an inspiring range of new ideas and solutions for the 21st century's modern bathrooms.

Leading Swiss mirror cabinet and illuminated mirror manufacturer Schneider will be returning to KBB in 2008 with its largest ever stand demonstrating the company's successful growth within the UK market which has taken place over the past 2 years.

Shades has some surprises in store for visitors to its stand. While the company doesn't want to reveal its biggest news, it can report that the entire stand will be packed with new products, including a cutting-edge collection of feature doors in striking glass. Available in the most popular base unit sizes, their new glass feature doors will come in black, white and blue and are designed to complement the company's vanity units.

Shires will be launching Corvo, an exciting new 16-piece suite of clean-cut, white contemporary style sanitaryware.  Each piece is simple, yet stunning and will suit all installations - new build and refurbishments.

Simpsons bring you TEN, the sensational bespoke frameless shower screen solution from Simpsons. Through superior manufacturing, comprehensive style opportunities and ease of installation, the TEN range allows the creation of a unique and elite showering space.

Sylmar will be presenting solid surface brand maia under the Sylmar umbrella for the first time following its acquisition in 2006.  An exceptionally versatile and visually stunning solid surface worktop collection, maia is perfectly designed for the retail market.  Hand made in England from the finest materials maia offers a seamless, luxurious finish that is both aesthetically pleasing and highly practical. 

Twyford Bathrooms will reveal a fresh identity at this year's KBB as well as a host of exciting and innovative ranges.

Bathomatic is a digital bath filler that can be controlled from a small, wall-mounted touch-screen pad or any other location via a PC (WAN*) or automation system. This new technological advancement, developed by Unique Automation, can be installed into any new bath or retro-fitted, due to its unique motorised waste assembly.

The ios bath receives its worldwide launch by Victoria & Albert on stand D28.  Made from QUARRYCAST, a rare volcanic limestone mixed with resin, the ios is a solid one piece bath that aims to rewrite the rule book about size and comfort.  Described as part of the new ‘big-small' design philosophy, an incredibly compact 1,500mm long footprint is matched by an impressive 390 litre capacity and double-ended layout. 

VR kitchen, bedroom and bathroom design software makes things easy for you. Find out more on Stand M16, Hall 17 at KBB 2008.

Warmup is the UK's leading manufacturer and supplier of electrical underfloor and ambient heating products, having sold over 650,000 heaters since 1994.  Award winning Warmup is UKTI's Exceptional Manufacturer 2007 and carries the safest and only undertile heating system accredited by both KEMA and BEAB. 

Wedi Systems (UK) Ltd will be showing several exciting new products at KBB 2008.

The New SLT950 (1500 x 1000mm) and SLT951 (1100 x 700mm) from Westin are powerful extraction systems designed to be built in to, and almost flush with, the kitchen ceiling, making for effective but discreet extraction. 

National distributor Wetroom Innovations launch 5 exciting new additions to an extraordinary portfolio. Dealers for Marmox. PCI , Dallmer. ACO, Blucher & Stonefix. Introducing own-brand Dec-O-Deck decorative resin wet floors that need no tiling: A total of three membrane systems for waterproofing: A new modular teak duck-board drained wet floor: Many new ACO channel drains in innovative configurations including one in-built into a floor former.