Abode taps are created for people who want the perfect blend of design, performance and sheer quality and the ultra slim LINEAR tap is another design first from Abode.

LINEAR is a sophisticated, architecturally tall monobloc tap with a chrome stand and slim chrome handles with creatively designed cut-outs which nestle comfortably on the stem of the tap. But the beauty to behold is the extra slim, matt black Teflon coated spout which is completed with a highly polished chrome aerator. This design-led tap will colour co-ordinate with both modern, sleek sinks and appliances.

Launched at the ISH Exhibition 2009 and developed in collaboration with architect Prof. Frank Huster from Stuttgart, Duravit Flush Fitting Shower Trays are available in 14 different sizes ranging from 800x800 mm to 1600x900 mm. The total height of the shower tray, including the frame, is just 50mm and can be installed after the floor tiles have been set for a completely flat wetroom floor area.

Apex Interior Systems manufacture bespoke doors of all shapes and sizes for both kitchens and bedrooms. Their distinctive ranges of made-to-measure vinyl wrapped doors are supplied to small, medium and large retailers and manufacturers. There is a myriad of different designs available in an endless combination of finishes and colours to choose from and a full glazing service is also offered with wood grain or matching backs, giving a quality finish.

The Create Your Ideal Bathroom brochure is an excellent starting point toward customers achieving their dream. Baths from leading manufacturers including Armitage Shanks, Ideal Standard, Kaldewei, Roca and Twyford can all be viewed along with shapes, sizes and prices - enabling customers to compare features and benefits between the brands.

Product development is based on having a sound understanding of the market and making a conscious decision to challenge. Innovating in a controlled way in such times is a pre-requisite” comments Graham Hackett, Marketing Manager of Manhattan Showers.

Graham continues: “Identifying what the market requires and the desire to inject fresh looking products in 2010 will mark the start of an intense year of product development and associated activity from Manhattan Showers.”

To stay ahead of the game, Mereway Bathrooms consistently launch exciting new products, and this year is certainly no exception! Introducing new woodgrain and brightly coloured door options and new brassware and accessories, Mereway Bathrooms continue to live up to their reputation for investing in enticing bathroom products.

Parapan®, the high gloss acrylic, seen here in a warm cream, is perfect for a sleek, sophisticated bathroom. Parapan® is made to measure and can be cut to any size and thermoformed to any radius to make curved cupboards and drawer fronts, bath panels and any other vertical surfaces. The possibilities for curves and a softer ergonomic feel are endless.

Belling has launched a contemporary style to its range cooker collection. British designed and manufactured, the Gourmet is an ‘A’ rated, 90cm single cavity range cooker available in a choice of black, red, stainless steel and pure white finish.

Offering a cooking capacity of 72 litres, the dual fuel Gourmet features a multi-function oven with defrost, base heat, top heat and intense heat functions, a conventional oven and an energy efficient dual circuit grill. The spacious oven cavity has two removable shelves and allows for 12 possible shelf positions.

Offering a luxurious top-end look with a mid-range price tag, Uform’s Madison Ivory kitchen is a classic design aimed at customers looking for an elite bespoke feel. With a wide selection of accessories available, the range opens up design possibilities not normally available at such a competitive price.

The coming together of high gloss and woodgrain, one of the latest concepts designed and manufactured by Mereway Kitchens for their Italian inspired Cucina Colore Collection has proved an overwhelming success to date!

MGA Distributors has been chosen as the UK’s first distributor of the new Europa-2 drawer from INDAUX.

INDAUX has been creating, developing, manufacturing and marketing fittings and components for the furniture industry since 1962. The Euorpa-2 drawer demonstrates INDAUX’s knowledge of their market and customers’ needs.

After a successful launch period and due to popular demand the new range of PVC edged doors from HPP has already been extended to include high gloss doors in bedroom sizes.

Available in Black, White and Cream the new additions cover all the most popular bedroom sizes up to 2350mm high. The extra doors are manufactured to the same high standard as the kitchen doors using melamine faced furniture grade MDF featuring a metallic ‘aluminium effect’ back and the unique 1.2mm thick `3D` PVC edging which combine to create a very attractive glass look finish.

New from the innovative CD UK stable are these Alulux-framed doors which are an elegant and flexible concept set to create new design opportunities for those in the furniture and kitchen industries.

Stylish finished aluminium is used to frame DuPont™ Corian® into doors or drawers of any size, creating a smart silver lining visible around each edge.

Apex is one of the UK’s largest manufacturers of bespoke, made-to-measure vinyl wrapped doors and drawer fronts for kitchens and bedrooms and specialise in supplying installers, retailers and manufacturers. With their creative flair they can design pieces where it is almost impossible to tell which is a door and which is a drawer. This enables installers to mix and match, which to the eye is seen as a complete bank of drawers, but the secret is, they conceal drawers, cupboards and integrated appliances to give a minimalist feel.

The kitchengroup has added the Sherwood solid light oak framed kitchen door design with veneered centre panel to its popular Prima Kitchen Collection.

Featuring a slim stainless steel-effect bar handle, the Sherwood is one of three new furniture ranges for Prima in 2010; its classic shaker design makes it a versatile choice for satisfying many styles and tastes and will appeal to customers seeking a solid timber framed door on a low budget.

Calmtouch are celebrating 10 YEARS of DESIGN and BRITISH MANUFACTURING by introducing two new designs to its innovative collection of BESPOKE screens – one for awkward spaces/sloping ceilings and the other more recent development is a wet room screen measuring 1900mm in height.

20-20 Fusion, the market-leading developer of advanced design and visualisation software for the kitchen and bathroom industry announces a new addition to its fast-growing portfolio of manufacturer catalogues. Pilkington’s will be represented across both the Fusion Bathrooms and Kitchens platforms with the inclusion of its complete product portfolio, encompassing over 500 wall and floor tiles, borders and mosaics.

MHS Radiators has launched the Zero range of low cost, lightweight aluminium radiators with contemporary styling and excellent heat outputs from 423W to 3,068W.

They make an excellent alternative to steel panel radiators and thanks to their low water content heat up rapidly and are extremely efficient. And where high pressures are needed, like high rise buildings, Zero operates at up to 16 BAR, making specification simple.

Beko, the UK’s No.1 refrigeration manufacturer, is proud to announce the launch of the Beko GNE114610X. This stylish and unique new four-door fridge freezer model joins Beko’s extensive cooling portfolio.

In a first for Beko, the innovative multi-functional frost-free freezer has a ‘Flexi Zone’ compartment which can be easily changed between a fridge, chiller, wine cooler compartment and a freezer, just by simply pressing a button on the easy to use touch control digital LCD.

British Ceramic Tile has launched its latest collections of up-to-the-minute wall and floor tiles, providing designers with a wide selection of options.

Creative Colours is an inspiring collection of 148x148mm wall tiles available in a spectrum of colours from the subtle Nutmeg Speckle and Cornflower to zesty Marmalade and Poppy.

Hudson Reed announces Soothe, the exciting new shower kit designed to light up your life.

 Soothe by Hudson Reed is different – in fact we think it is the very first stand alone shower kit to feature Chromotherapy showers. The LED lighting system contained inside the showerhead is powered by the water flow, so no external electrical connections are needed. Controls on the vertical riser allow the lighting to be changed from white to blue to red, or even to a soothing combination of favourite colours in the overhead shower. In addition, the diverter on the shower column changes the flow from the overhead system to the unique chromotherapy handshower.

Granite Transformations has introduced two new finishes to its range of Trend G Recycled worktop surfaces, containing up to 72% post-consumer recycled glass. Both designs feature green glass fragments bonded together with a clear polymer resin, to create a finish that is extremely tough, heat, stain and scratch resistant.

More than a floor, the innovative Resofloor® range available from IDS really pushes the design envelope when it comes to laminate flooring. If you fancy the chic look of a high gloss floor for that open plan kitchen and living space, Resofloor® offers a highly durable and beautifully decorative option.

The new RL door from Pronorm’s Proline 128 kitchen range offers a ‘contemporary country’ look combining the traditionally inspired, grooved detail of a panelled door with simple, unfussy lines that keeps the overall look crisp and modern. The RL door comes in White and two brand new colours of Lava grey and Magnolia for 2010. Lava Grey is an elegant, earthy colour and Magnolia is a pale cream shade with a hint of pink that will appeal to a broach church of customers.

Franke has further improved its stainless steel Laser LSX 611 and LSX 651 sinks by incorporating a 50 mm radii main bowl, low profile semi-integrated basket strainer waste and hygienic overflow. Super-slim edge profiles ensure the sinks are virtually flush with the work surface, while adding a deeper dimension to both the bowl and drainer.

Japanese bathroom brand TOTO has ‘moved’ into London with two UK firsts: the opening of a gallery space within prestigious British retailer C.P. Hart and an office in Clerkenwell headed up by UK general manager Jill Player-Bishop.

Pegler Yorkshire has introduced the minimalistic styled, functional and competitively priced Ebro and Pulsar tap ranges. Ebro features a flow straightener fitted as standard while all the basin fittings include an aerator to create a champagne ‘bubbly’ water flow.

Vibrantly coloured lime green Parapan® creates instant impact against a monochrome backdrop of Black Parapan® cupboards with white worktops and white walls. The kidney-shaped island, inspired by a dressing table, was made possible because of the unique properties of Parapan®. The high gloss acrylic is available in sheets which can be cut to any size and thermoformed into any radius of curve. In keeping with the trend for clean lines and sleek surfaces Parapan® can be fitted with invisible finger pulls or almost any style of handle.

Fontana® sinks, now available in the UK, combine two top quality materials - Corian® and the highest quality stainless steel.

Creative consumers looking for a kitchen design which truly inspires will find it with the new Petworth Painted Oak in-frame range from Burbidge. Exuding luxury and modern appeal, the beautifully crafted door is well-suited to colour, cleverly allowing the natural beauty of wood to be subtly revealed through the painted finish.

A new range of mirrored cabinets has been designed by bathroom furniture style-leader, Bauhaus, which offer exceptional value and good looking, wall-hung storage solutions in the contemporary bathroom.

Novellini UK has launched a black version of its popular Olympic shower trays. Made in Italy, in the company’s hi-tech zero emission plant, Olympic trays are available as low profile or stand height of the highest resin quality. Each is reinforced with aluminium and available in a range of sizes from 120cms x 80cms through to the largest at 180cms x 75cms.

The Abode creations and innovatively styled ranges of bathroom brassware and showers have been created for people who want the perfect blend of design, performance and sheer quality.

With its bold, geometric styling Tetra epitomises the current trend in sanitaryware and creates the desired impact for modern bathroom design.

The simple square profile of Tetra provides a contemporary twist to the traditional ‘basin and pedestal’ combination. This theme continues in the design of the sleek pan and cistern to superb effect.

Apex is one of the UK’s largest manufacturers of bespoke, made-to-measure vinyl wrapped doors and drawer fronts for kitchens and bedrooms and specialise in supplying installers, retailers and manufacturers. With their creative flair they can design pieces where it is almost impossible to tell which is a door and which is a drawer. This enables installers to mix and match, which to the eye is seen as a complete bank of drawers, but the secret is, they conceal drawers, cupboards and integrated appliances to give a minimalist feel.

The Miller from Sweden Montana bathroom accessories with the “Full Fix” wall mounting system guarantees a firm and trouble free installation.  

All too often, bathroom accessories twist and come loose after they have been used for a while, requiring regular maintenance and becoming an inconvenience instead of a pleasure for users.

Roca is launching Unik - comprising basin, basin furniture and occasionally the mixer, to offer a complete solution and simplify the order process for customers with one price and code.

The first release will be Meridian-N Unik which combines the modern, organic curves of the Meridian-N sanitaryware with the clean, straight lines of Unik furniture. The range includes a wall-hung basin and furniture unit in one size (W850 x D463 mm) and an optional column unit (W350 x D181 x H800 mm).

The Status is one of a long line of innovative products developed by Carron’s in house design studio. Since it’s launch, this bath has been hugely popular. The rounded corner ensures that this generously proportioned bath can fit into even quite small bathrooms. The single piece panel ensures the bath looks perfect from any angle.

Inspired by the 1951 Festival of Britain and the 1851 Great Exhibition, the Exhibition Series I collection of five styles of wall and floor tiles from Fired Earth combines strong graphic design, exuberant use of colour and a sprinkling of nostalgia.

Responding to a growing demand for natural work surfacing in the kitchen, PWS has added natural bamboo to its timber collection. The material has a more mellow hue than the standard bamboo option already available, a caramel tone that will appeal to consumers looking to create lighter, softer colour schemes.

EDP has introduced a new generation of textured foils for surface finishing in kitchens and bathrooms. The Pentadecor Linen-effect which offers a lightly embossed tactile finish and the embossed Larch woodgrain colours are already proving popular with customers.

Hudson Reed launches Art, a new range of contemporary bathroom brassware including the option of a basin mixer with a waterfall spout.

Art is at the forefront of modern design, where mirror flat surfaces are offset with rounded curves, adding a sense of luxury to this very functional brassware.

PWS has updated its lighting offer, responding to the growing demand for a greater choice of lighting solutions for the kitchen. At the core of the new range are 8 LED options with designs to suit both contemporary and classic interiors.

Oakland bathroom furniture produced by Miller from Sweden is just that, seasoned oak from ecologically managed and sustainable plantations.

Leading Brassware manufacturer VADO introduces a stylish new showerhead appropriately named Sculpture.

Innovation is paramount for the design team at VADO with an extensive range of products to enhance any bathroom setting. Exciting new designs offer individuality matched with quality and functionality.

With Christmas over for another year, the snow cleared (for now!) and everyday life back to normal, Tile Depot’s sale is really taking off as the nation turns its attention to home improvements. 

Genna mixer taps from Hudson Reed are engineered from solid brass with machined square edges and mirror flat surfaces.

Genna combines form, function and elegance into a range of contemporary brassware to blend perfectly with the minimalist bathroom. The clean, mirror flat surfaces of the Genna range are highlighted by the synergy between the rectangular spout and the operating handle, creating a pleasing and practical brassware for the bathroom.

Waterfront, the bathroom tap, showering and bathroom accessory specialist, has introduced its inspirational Designer Collection for 2010.

 Totally exclusive to Waterfront, this chic collection has been conceived and produced in close collaboration with some of Britain’s leading interior designers, including the internationally renowned Kelly Hoppen and Mark Humphrey. Distinctive and aspirational, the Designer Collection challenges the traditional, explores the future and lifts bathroom fittings to a new aesthetic.

There’s nothing more comforting than a hot, scented bath when you’ve struggled home from work on a bitter winter day – and now Victoria & Albert has made the experience extra special with the introduction of a luxurious cushioned headrest for the elegant, ergonomically designed Napoli bath.

The Plan Compact from Purmo is a white panel radiator with a minimalist, elegant look, suitable for an array of living spaces. It has a flat front with lucent lamination, which consists of attached top and side panels. This covers the Compact in such a way that no overlapping corners can be seen from the front.

AllClear is now available to sell in kit form. The Surface Protection System has been launched by Lakes Bathrooms and contains everything needed for consumers to apply AllClear in bathrooms, kitchens or around the home.

Roper Rhodes launches Plateau this autumn, one of six new cabinets which are added to the company’s already hugely successful Ascension range.

Plateau features integrated fluorescent lighting that stands out from the cabinet front to create a stunning 3D lighting effect.  Generous storage is complemented by the lights which illuminate the inside of the cabinet when the doors are open. A discreetly placed infrared switch allows you to turn the lights on and off without touching the cabinet. Inside are three adjustable glass shelves and a shaver/toothbrush socket.

Glide, the new, stunning range of bathroom fittings from Crosswater, oozes quality and style and makes a classy statement in any contemporary bathroom design.

The upwardly-curved spout is the hallmark of Glide; it allows water to cascade creating a distinctive effect while the subtle, easy-to-clean lever control is functional and modern.

No, not the full five year guarantee offered on all Oakland furniture by Miller from Sweden, but the introduction of a new stylish full cover basin for the Oakland two drawer vanity unit. 

This white vanity basin has a slimline roll and squared edging that fits snugly over the 705mm wide by 515mm deep two drawer vanity unit. The raised tap platform at the back provides a handy shelf with a single central tap hole ready for a basin mixer.

HiB, the leading bathroom mirror specialists, have introduced two new designs featuring modern styling combined with technical enhancements to make them even more attractive to the consumer. Both feature HiB’s new steam free mirror surfaces.

Carron Bathrooms are pleased to announce the launch of our exciting new whirlpool system. The components for this system are the most technologically advanced available in the market today and have been sourced from Markon based in New Zealand.

This unique, sleek jet technology makes the C-Lenda system stand out from the competition.

As promised previously here are more new images & products from Montrose. In the October & November issues of BKU we featured the new door styles – Centro & Linear, now hot off the press from the new Montrose brochure, are these pictures of the stunning new Hi Gloss African Zebrawood finish and DuPont Corian range of worktops & bowls.

EASiWOOD is said to be much more flexible than normal paper - backed veneer and suitable for curves up to 360°. It can easily be cut with scissors or a craft knife and can be securely bonded to most dry substrates. Buyers can choose from 12 wood species held in stock and by special request, a further 130 other veneers from the Schorn & Groh collection.

Just in time for the busiest time of year for entertaining at home, leading appliance manufacturer Baumatic has launched a stylish new wine cooler guaranteed to keep the wine in good supply and at its ideal temperature throughout the festive season.

To strengthen the range of innovative products available from Wirquin, the Venisio Shower Channels have been launched specifically for wet room bathrooms.

The complete Venisio channels are available in three width sizes of 700mm, 800mm or 900mm to cater for all bathrooms. The stylish grid is made from brushed stainless steel and is only 43mm wide, so as not to intrude and detract from the overall bathroom design.

The Aqua Digitemp from Galaxy offers a host of benefits for installers and end users alike. The unit is wireless which means the digital mixer can be sited remotely, in the loft or under the bath, so there is no need for extensive excavation work to fit wires and pipes and therefore no need for expensive retiling. For the installer this simplifies and greatly reduces installation time and the homeowner can control the shower through a stylish remote control, which can be used up to 10m away from the base unit or from within the showering area.

With the trend for technology in the bathroom comes an ingenious product that is sure to catch the eye of bathroom connoisseurs everywhere. GROHE has introduced Nova Light, with its pure and enduring design, the illuminated LED ring encircles the flush button, making an innovative design statement for a product that has traditionally kept a low profile.

ARDEX UK, the leading manufacturer of premium tiling products, is delighted to announce that their ARDEX-FLEX FS and ARDEX-FLEX FL Tile Grouts are now available in 32 fantastic new colours – ranging from Classic Vanilla to refreshing Spring Jasmine or the warmth of Autumn Red!

The new Delta towel rail from Dimplex has been designed to fit a corner space, bringing a new level of flexible installation to the Dimplex range. With its compact and contemporary styling, the six chrome finish rungs provide maximum towel rail capacity in minimum space. The rails also incorporate Dimplex’s patented DryTech dry element technology, giving a much faster warm up than conventional wet-filled towel rails.

Shades has introduced a water saving toilet cistern, featuring a dual flush system which provides flushing volumes as low as 2.6 litres per flush, helping to significantly reduce water usage by up to 52 per cent per year, without compromising on performance.

Three of the new top-of-the-range 60cm wide full size models by leading kitchen appliance manufacturer, Siemens boast the innovative ‘zeolith’ energy recovery system – unique to the company - for huge savings of energy using less water in a larger capacity, 13 place setting machine.

Taking the concept of ladder-style radiators to a new level, Bosporus from Aeon is sure to appeal to contemporary homeowners.

Increasing in depth from base to top, the intriguing five-rung design incorporates a box-shaped airing shelf, ideal for storing folded or rolled towels to warm. 

The new Regal bathroom furniture range from Bauhaus features a smooth, sculptured marble worktop and up stand, called the Regal vanity unit it merges classical cabinetry with quality ceramics.

Apex, one of the UK's largest manufacturers of bespoke, made-to-measure vinyl wrapped doors has a range of open doors suitable for kitchens and bedrooms.

Some of the most popular mix and match doors on the market today are fretted open doors - full open, open top and bottom and open top with filled bottom. These doors work well with other components within the Apex range including the accessories which complete the ‘individual look'. A full glazing service is also available with wood grain or matching backs. No order is too small or too large.

Über furniture has launched the Metro Aubergine, a super shiny lacquered kitchen finish that's bold, bright and exceptionally beautiful.

CD (UK) Ltd, celebrating 30 years as the UK distributors for Corian®, now offer their range of Fontana® Sinks which combine Corian® and the highest quality stainless steel.

Reginox has launched Alaska, a kidney-shaped sink designed specifically to look good in the small to medium sized kitchen.

Introduced in response to market demand for compact sinks, the stainless steel Alaska will complement modern and traditional properties alike. Its 1.5 bowl design measures 557mm x 470mm, ensuring that it will fit neatly into tighter spaces, whilst still allowing ample room for washing up larger items.

Over the last 18 months, the economic climate and credit squeeze in the property sector has led to a tough market for many in the bathroom industry. But one manufacturer is predicting a positive 2010 after responding to the challenge, with innovation, investment and the launch of a new product.

Roper Rhodes is pleased to announce new additions to the Ascension range of cabinets this summer.  Summit is one of six new cabinets launched.

All Ascension cabinets have a curved anodised aluminium body, double sided mirror doors, 6mm laminated safety mirror glass, solid construction with door seals on all edges and adjustable glass shelves.

Bauhaus is always top in the design stakes for bathroom furniture and the new retro-inspired Elegance collection is no exception. The subtle curved styling and simple lines are ideal for classical bathrooms.

The stylish new Regal range of bathroom fittings from Crosswater has been developed in answer to demands from consumers and designers alike for a return to the classical bathroom. Designed to be matched with sister company Bauhaus' Regal furniture and sanitaryware, the palette of innovative bathroom fittings is a distinctive fusion between the quintessential and contemporary.

Vitalia is a stunning new vinyl brand for kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms from CNC offering exceptional design innovation combined with an industry-leading choice of foils, giving 62 options in all. New style-setting painted effects and more defined structures in the woodgrain options are featured within a best-in-class range of matt and gloss finishes.

We are pleased to present more all new images from Montrose, now featuring their Linear door style, one of two all new door styles - Centro having been presented in the October issue of BKU.

Always on the look out for the very latest continental trends, Fenton, PWS' latest door offering combines an understated design with a tactile finish, creating a range that is refreshingly simple yet extremely stylish.

The elegant new Grace collection of bathroom furniture from Bauhaus combines sumptuous Regency-inspired design with optimum practicality and storage for today's classic bathroom. The range meets the demands of consumers wanting a classic design, with an individual modern twist, which will look just as fashionable in years to come.

HPP have launched their new range update bringing all the latest products together in one handy 16 page brochure.

The final piece of the jigsaw was the new range of self assembly cabinets which are now available direct from stock in Beech, White and Metallic. The extended range is not only bigger and better but also lower in price than the previous offering. Manufactured using 18mm furniture grade MFC and supplied with solid cam and dowel construction they really hit the spot when it comes to quality.

Sugatsune UK have recently introduced the latest addition to their pioneering range of LAPCON soft close technology products.

Designed for upward opening cabinet doors, the SLS-ELAN combines three functions. It not only offers Sugatsune's traditional Soft-Close action but also Assisted- Lift functionality which allows the door to be stopped at any position while opening - useful when a fully open door is hard to reach.

The Jacuzzi Veya is a distinctive suite, with gentle sweeping lines, has the look of a single piece of ceramic with a line from basin to pedestal that appears to continue uninterrupted from the rim of the basin to the floor.

The new Inward Opening Quadrant from Simpsons is constructed from 8mm-thick toughened curved glass panels, with a 6mm-thick door which gives it a curvaceous semi-frameless look. This model allows 15mm adjustment per side panel for easy fitting and is power-shower proof.

DR-y Seal from DR services is a means of dealing with the problems linked to structural movement in buildings, which can sometimes cause cracks to open up around bathroom ware.

The product is formed from a 70 mm wide flexible strip of rubber which is fully bonded to a 40 mm wide layer of butyl adhesive. The installer simply peels back short lengths of the silicon release paper so that the high grab seal can be pressed against the outside face of the shower tray or other fitting.

Bellissimo has scored yet another industry first with Sorrento - a range of high gloss acrylic foil doors in bespoke sizes and seven colours. For the first time in the UK, acrylic high gloss foil, which gives a superb mirror finish but at a fraction of the cost of solid acrylic or high press laminate (HPL), is available in bespoke sizes, and in a wide range of colours.

Tile Depot, the UK's largest independent tile and stone retailer, has expanded its range of Travertine natural stone to include a beautiful 60 x 40cm tile and stunning mosaics for bathroom walls and floors.

The new aluminium radiators from VASCO are beautifully styled, energy-saving contemporary radiators with spectacular heat production.

The heavy, scalding hot cast iron radiators of the past can now be replaced by elegant, energy efficient, safe radiators made from aluminium.

North Wales based ‘Cerrig' - (Welsh for stone) was established in 2001.

In the last eight years, this family owned stone supply and fabrication business has gone from strength to strength and has seen them working with some of the industries most coveted kitchen and bathroom brands such as Edwin Loxley.

Colour creates a splash in a new collection of glass furniture which has made its South East début at Wilky Bathrooms. The Colourboard bathroom storage designs comes in shades ranging from invigorating purple to calming olive in bold geometric shapes. Made of 10mm thick safety glass, the wall-mounted furniture is painted on the back so that the brilliance of the colour won't fade. Towel holders, soap dispensers and matching lights and mirrors can be integrated.

ThermaSsure has launched a bathing system that maintains the temperature of bath water at a level desired by the user. Produced by Yorkshire based business Temperate Systems Ltd, the cost-effective, environmentally friendly ThermaSsure system removes the need to replace cooling water in a one-touch easy operation.

A showering area can now be created under stairs, in loft conversions or virtually any unused space in the home, thanks to Simpsons‚ innovative Bespoke service, which is now available within the Design frameless range. Angle cuts and different height and width combinations are custom made to individual requirements by Simpsons‚ specialist machinists, offering endless possibilities and allowing the freedom to install a shower where a standard enclosure just won't fit.

Space and time restrictions of daily life are contributing to the growth of the shower market and ensuring that it remains a key function in the bathroom. With the consumer tendency to choose showering more frequently than bathing, Roca is delighted to launch a brand new thermostatic shower column - S-LIM (Simple - Less Is More).

Composed of around 95% natural material blended with a high performance polymer resin, Granite Transformations offers a choice of granite, quartz, recycled glass and mosaic materials, each with its own distinctive aesthetics. The material will fit directly on top of existing surfaces and many installations can be carried out by factory-trained fitters in a single day, minimising downtime and enabling overnight fit-outs.

Transcending time and style, PWS' range of timber worksurfaces has recently been enhanced. Constantly evolving, the collection now features 15 species, including 9 in full stave options adding a further aesthetically pleasing dimension to the hugely successful range.

Apex is one of the UK's largest manufacturers of bespoke, made-to-measure vinyl wrapped doors for kitchens and bedrooms specialising in the supply of doors to small, medium and large retailers and manufacturers. There is a wide choice of styles in a combination of finishes to suit each project including glazed, fretted doors to mix and match with filled doors.

New from the drawing board of Leeds innovator Air Uno and launched at 100% Design is an extractor that answers both the need for a custom look and the colour matching or indeed, deliberate contrasting of your cooker hood to your kitchen furniture.

MHS Radiators has launched the Gemini radiator - a contemporary "crossover" style tube-on-tube steel radiator - with an amazing RRP from as little as £650.

Weber has introduced their Low Dust Technology to the popular weber.set rapid SPF tile adhesive following extensive research, development and investment.

REHAU's RAUVOLET Vetro-line glass tambour door system is now available in a striking black finish to complement the current monochrome trend in kitchen design.

Range cooker specialist Britannia looks set to capitalise on pre-Christmas sales with the launch this month of two brand new 90cm Induction models, and to further help retailers make the most of this busy period, an introductory discount of 10% will be offered on purchases made before 31 December 2009.

Mereway Kitchens has taken its successful new Lincoln range one step further; giving customers unlimited freedom of colour choice to paint their kitchen cabinet doors whatever colour they like! Lincoln Ready to Paint (RTP) presents this already hugely popular door style in a primed format, opening up endless colour possibilities for showroom displays and paving the way for consumers to be as creative with colour as they wish.

High gloss acrylic Parapan® has been a firm favourite with leading kitchen designers since its introduction into the UK 10 years ago.

Designed to answer today's demand for timeless classical pieces for the bathroom, Crosswater has launched the Majestic range which offers a quirky variation on this theme. As resplendent as royalty itself, the Majestic has been designed to be worthy of any palace!

LDL, the nationwide distributor of quality fittings for the fitted furniture market, is now offering the new BLUM F-Line drawer system, offering significant benefits and available exclusively from LDL in the UK.

Carron Bathrooms are pleased to announce that the Celsius range of baths is now available on the room planning software, Virtual Worlds.

Dynamic Drawers has introduced Blum's flagship TANDEMBOX intivo program into its product range. Phil Player of Dynamic Drawers commented: "The intivo design and colours represent a huge step away from the industrial-looking grey drawers that have become the standard throughout the UK. They sit well with any modern contemporary kitchen and bring together leading-edge design and aesthetic appeal to an area of the kitchen that is usually overlooked. Dynamic Drawers offers intivo in Silk White or Terra Black, with a choice of 6 depths and 8 widths. There is also a choice of either BOXCAP (For "solid-side" effect on deep drawers) or the intriguing Intivo BOXCOVER option which incorporates either clear or frosted glass inserts."

These brand new Montrose images feature the Centro door style, one of two all new door styles being introduced during October 2009 and providing their dealers with another exciting range expansion. Centro also takes Montrose in a new direction in terms of product identification & branding, being the first door style to closely link the range name to the door design, aiding customer recognition.

RAK Ceramics range of high vitreous china WCs now come with an unrivalled flushing action, due to a new partnership with sanitaryware supplier Geberit of Switzerland to supply water inlet and flushing valves for RAK Ceramics range of 6/3 litre and 4/2.7 flush WCs.

The Lattimo, from Dimplex, is available in a choice of ice white or mirrored black glass with chrome rails. The subtle curves of the new design combine elegance with practicality, as the Lattimo offers maximum towel hanging and drying space with its nine full-width horizontal rails.

Planit Fusion is delighted to announce the arrival of its much anticipated Computer Aided Design programme for the bathroom industry - Fusion Bathrooms.

High gloss, acrylic Parapan® gives classic black and white a contemporary edge in this modern open plan kitchen designed by Four Seasons Interiors. With stunning views over the city this penthouse apartment is in the tallest building in Leeds.

New to the UK, a range of ultra-stylish extractors, is now available from Faber - the original inventor of the kitchen cooker hood - and it comes direct from Air Uno. Since 1955 Faber has dominated the market in Italy with designs that live up to that country's reputation for creating well-made products.

Curvy kitchens are all the rage right now so, to meet demand, the Rotondo RUK 110, a ceramic circular single bowl sink, is now available in black as well as white. With a diameter of 390mm and a depth of 180mm, it fits snugly within a 500mm-wide base unit, perfect for those where space is at a premium or for corner situations. It comes with Franke's patented G-Clip fittings that provide a close connection between sink and worktop.

Metris® the new, premium, contemporary collection from PWS includes 6 distinctive signature looks, including Seamless. The Seamless design matches consumer demand for streamlined styling with its strong lines creating a linear perspective.

Bellissimo's new vinyl range means full height curves and "S" shapes are no longer restricted to solid timber. The doors are offered in eight height options from the standard 715 and 895 mm right up to 2250 mm. All come in Bellissimo's Saturn range of 50 finishes, ranging from high gloss and matt solid colours to many varieties of wood grain.

Corian's® rise in popularity has been meteoric since being introduced into the UK exactly 30 years ago by entrepreneur, Geoffrey Baker of CD UK Ltd. With a keen eye for the next big design material Baker also introduced Parapan to the UK 10 years ago and will launch Veritas a Resinart® panel at 100% Design.

The new Base collection from Bauhaus has been designed for the clean, modern, minimalist bathroom; subtle in concept yet hugely practical, Base forms the ideal foundation for any modern bathroom layout without breaking the budget. The clean lines and superb styling allow for complete freedom in colour and design schemes.

Prestigious UK shower specialist, Aqata, provides complete solutions for creating the ultimate showering oasis. The Spectra 485 bath screen is the ideal choice for enjoying luxurious showering in the bath. Clear glass with square, polished edges and a virtually frameless design, delivers optimum styling. Finely crafted polished chrome hinges and a slim wall profile add distinction and enhance the sleek lines of this super-chic screen.

In these uncertain times many companies are battening down the hatches and watching their expenditure with the eyes of a hawk. But one Somerset-based company has invested significantly in a major re-branding exercise in order to underpin its position as the UK's leading wetroom specialist.

Miller from Sweden introduces The Traditional Collection, a range of hand finished pine bathroom furniture.

Roman has announced three new additions to its Embrace range. The enhanced collection includes a curvaceous Quadrant enclosure, which features space-efficient sliding doors offering a large showering space whilst taking up less external space when opened. It comes with the option of the thermostatic integrated digital valve which is discreetly incorporated into the corner profile of the enclosure for a minimalist ultra modern look, and is available in an array of sizes.

Novellini UK Limited has joined forces with CCL Specialist Supplies to spearhead new ways of drainage in screed and concrete floors that allow designs to be developed without the compromises associated with traditional drainage methods.

New to the UK, a range of ultra-stylish extractors is now available from Faber - the original inventor of the kitchen cooker hood - and it comes direct from Air Uno. On show at Stand J41 at 100% Design, the organic styling of The Drop is bang on-trend with its pearlised paint finish.

Compact sanitary-ware with space-saving features continues to be in demand. Roca has responded by offering a good selection of compact suites, including the latest Meridian-N Compact, created by the Roca Design Centre.

New from Roper Rhodes this summer is the Storm side action basin mixer, an addition to the already popular Storm range of brassware.

The new Touch collection of elegant ceramics from Bauhaus features cutting edge styling and a smooth glazed finish.

The stylish new Divine range of fittings from bathroom specialist, Crosswater, has been introduced to bring beauty, quality and simplicity to the bathroom. Timeless and yet bang on trend, the range has been introduced to answer consumer demand for classic style in today's modern bathroom haven.

Fontana® sinks, now available in the UK, combine two top quality materials - Corian® and the highest quality stainless steel.

Geberit has launched the S bend - a simple and cost effective solution for the conversion of bathrooms from traditional floor standing WC designs to the modern and stylish wall-hung look.

PWS' new Cornell Oak range indulges in country living with its mellow oak tones and charming design creating a fresh and natural look. The hallmark features of country style are the integrity of a simple design, a desire for comfort and a respect for craftsmanship and Cornell Oak embodies all of these.

Beautiful craftmanship in stunning chrome is the hallmark of the new Elite range of basin and bath fittings from Crosswater, the pioneer in chic, affordable bathroom innovation.

With the launch of the Mira 360 range of showerheads, the company is offering consumers a unique four-in-one shower experience thanks to its innovative FlipstreamTM technology.

EDP has demonstrated its ability to supply the market with the latest in foil and edging trends that are well colour and pattern matched to the contemporary board products. The company has introduced new gloss foils and edge banding products into its European range. In particular, the new Glossline woodgrain, which is the Sambesi Zebrano décor matched to the Kronospan D8784 board.

Hudson Reed expands it range with Corona electric showers with outputs of 9.5Kw and 10.5Kw.

Corona electric showers are designed for maximum performance with a 10.5kW model for new installations and a 9.5kW version for older electrical systems, a model that is the perfect replacement for an older, lower powered electric shower to put a sparkle into shower performance.

Leaker Direct have been working behind the scenes re-sourcing products for their Kompact brand. June 2009 saw the launch of Kompact European Kitchens.

Following extensive testing and development, Franke's DuraKleen Plus technology is destined to make its Fragranite sinks seriously tough. Already able to withstand temperatures of up to 280ºC thanks to its granite construction, the DuraKleen Plus technology tackles the humble cleaning problem associated with composite sinks.

CNC has taken the leap from component supplier to fully fledged kitchen company. The new ORRO brand from CNC features bespoke, contemporary and traditional in-frame designs in solid wood, all made-to-measure even down to the radius of the curved doors.

Taking its influences from the Far East, Zen from RAK Ceramics creates a strong design statement for the bathroom.

Making its début at 100% Design, Hanex is the go-to solid surface brand for designers to check out.

Infinity, RAK Ceramics signature range, is a comprehensive range of bathroom sanitaryware offering stunning styling and unrivalled value.

New for 2009, Duravit expands its popular Vero and Fogo series to include inspiring ideas for compact spaces. Retaining its characteristic linear form, the new Fogo console comes in widths ranging from 900mm to 1800mm but with a space-saving depth of just 360mm. Practical storage is incorporated with a choice of one or two drawers to keep the washing area neat and tidy and designed to pair perfectly is a new Vero semi-recessed basin.

European market leader for steel enamel baths and shower trays, Kaldewei, has created the Smooth-Walled bath.

Mr. Lee Jason Pullen, who is now the Managing Director, formed OMG in 1995. The aim of the company was the same then as it is now: to supply bespoke manufactured worktops to the kitchen industry, not to the general public or the building trade, via a dealer network and manufacturers who supply to the house builders market.

‘Affordable and aspirational' is how Roper Rhodes are describing the new additions to its popular Envy bathroom range. This show-stopping ‘his and hers' style double wash station is launched in the brand new bathroom brochure. The units are topped with a luxurious double basin made from Gelcast - a tough, resilient gel-coated resin, which is warm to the touch, extremely durable and easy to clean. Other new pieces in the range include a floor-standing wash station, a back to wall WC unit and storage units which can be wall-mounted in a number of different configurations to create a unique bathroom space.

Perfectly proportioned from every angle, there's a pleasing symmetry to Franke's new Basel tap, which is destined to make it a future design classic. From its elegantly curved spout, to its subtly rounded lever handles, the Basel will lend charm to any kitchen where style and substance is sought.

Introduced in response to the growing trend for clean, minimal styling, PWS' new Fresco Beige unites a design ethos that's undeniably modern in style but very ease to live with.

Prime, the new sleek wall-mounted range of contemporary furniture is the ultimate style statement and exudes simplicity. It is available in a luxurious high gloss black, gloss white and walnut finish.

Mereway Bathrooms was formed in 1997 and designed to attract customers looking for premium quality bathroom furniture. Operating as a separate company within the Mereway Group, Mereway Bathrooms occupy 30,000 sq. ft. premises less than 1/4 mile from the main head office site.

Bushboard has upgraded its Omega worktop range with a selection of metallic worktop and splashback designs. There are four new Quartz metallic designs for worktops in Cinder, Chocolate, Vanilla and Ruby.

Established refrigeration specialist Lec, has announced the addition of a stylish new wine cooler to its collection of appliances.

Bristan is extending its Prism brassware range with the launch of a collection of thermostatic shower valves designed to be semi-integrated with a glass walk-in panel.

V2 is the new contemporary brassware collection from Roca, offering choice, versatility and style at an affordable price point. Simply designed, V2 has a geometric form with a cylindrical rounded body offset by an angular and tapered spout and lever. Its clean simplicity makes V2 a versatile option for all bathrooms.

Axiom by Formica combines style and practicality with its sophisticated range of matching worktops, upstands and splashbacks.

Shades, the leading manufacturer of high quality furniture for the UK bathroom market, is delighted to announce the launch of its solid surfacing range, providing a durable, luxury finish to any bathroom setting and fantastic opportunities for the retailer.

The Infinity Tray from shower designer and manufacturer Roman is designed to seamlessly blend into the bathroom flooring, offering complete level access without the need to step up into the enclosure.

Atelier is a new kitchen concept from Aster Cucine. With Atelier the design is in the detail. High quality laminate fronts feature a lightly textured finish and unusual cabinet dimensions give style and versatility. Specially designed handles transform the fronts. There are four main options of handles which can include any colour that can match the cabinetry perfectly, stainless steel handles or inset handles in coordinating or contrasting colours.

Newly launched and supplied to all Fusion supported customers this summer, the latest version of Fusion boasts more than 20 new features and enhancements to ensure kitchen and bathroom designers get maximum benefit from using the software.

If you're searching for good looking, highly functional, energy efficient heating there's a new option available from leading electric panel radiator manufacturer, Ecolec. The new Ultima range of designer radiators featuring a mirror or ebony black glass front panel, comes in seven standard sizes. They can be fitted either vertically or horizontally and are IP44 rated for use in bathrooms and shower rooms.

Impulse Bathrooms believes water saving is an issue for today - not tomorrow and their latest development is the 4.5/3 litre dual flush WC which saves even more water. The company has been leading the way in developing and introducing low volume flushing which not only cleans the WC pan but also clears soil to the drains.

Securing an exclusive deal, leading Italian design company, Hotech, appoints Aestus as its sole UK, Ireland, and Channel Islands distributor.

Groove's curves and subtle lines go together to create a truly indulgent and striking bathroom. Available in gloss white and walnut finishes. The handle-free design offers a sleek look whilst the ergonomic curve of the unit provides an easy to use handle.

Moods Bathrooms, the own-brand bathroom collection from distributor, PJH Group, has launched an extensive new range of bathroom products to add to its portfolio. The stunning new LIBRA bathroom suite (pictured) joins the Signature Collection from Moods - a small selection of the best-of-the-best suites within the complete Moods range.

After over 40 year's existence, Corian®, the original solid surface material from DuPont^TM continues to re-invent itself. This time, the digital revolution provides the foundation by which new colours, patterns and images can be created with Corian®.

In these difficult times retailers are assessing their businesses and in many instances deciding that it's time to try something new.

Meridian-N is Roca's latest bathroom suite, offering universal solutions for all contemporary lifestyles. Designed by the Roca Innovation Lab, Meridian-N is a simple classic white suite made from vitreous china, with minimal details and straight clean lines.

Fontana® sinks, now available in the UK, combine two top quality materials - Corian® and the highest quality stainless steel.

Keller kitchen's designs not only work well individually but can be combined to create a bespoke personalised kitchen space - the combined Elba and Marino Kitchens, offsetting the wood and gloss perfectly.

Everybody deserves good design; that's the proposition from Bristan as it launches its most comprehensive portfolio of easy-to-use products to date.

With the style conscious consumer in mind, DR Cooker Hoods has launched Black Stream, a sultry, sculptural design from the ‘Elica' collection.

2009 sees GROHE unleash its contemporary beauty - the ergonimically shaped Euphoria range of handshowers are ideal for price conscious consumers in search of high end design and enduring value.

Fresh from Roper Rhodes this spring is the newly launched Sector furniture range.

Forever at the forefront of design and innovation, leading Swiss manufacturer, Schneider, announces the arrival of SLIDELINE; a contemporary sliding mirror cabinet for the UK bathroom.

Mira Showers - the UK's leading manufacturer of showering products and accessories - has introduced chrome variants of its best-selling Mira Sport 9.0kW and 9.8kW electric showers to meet consumer demand. Chrome is now the second most sought-after finish option for electric showers; and provides an attractive alternative to the traditional ‘white box' design.

SMART is the market leading IT solution without any strings attached! In this current climate investing in IT for your business to make it more efficient can only be seen as a positive step in helping you survive the economic downturn. However, investment in software solutions notoriously has hidden baggage!

Leading Polish brand, Amica has extended its versatile portfolio of products in the UK with a new range of dishwashers.

Exeter based manufacturer, System Six Kitchens has developed a pioneering on-line quoting and ordering system.

Strengthening its position in the showers market, Ideal Bathrooms has taken on two leading showers brands to add to its already impressive list of top branded products.

Axiom by Formica® has some exciting options for cost effective refurbishments to dramatically change the look of a kitchen quickly and without too much disruption.

Adding to its' range of plinth lights, Sycamore Lighting has just launched a new Round 15mm IP67 Rated LED Plinth Light. The Plinth light comes in a four light kit, including driver which can run up to a maximum of 10 lights. The ‘daisy chain' male/female plug in leads allows the fittings to be situated up to 1.4m apart and each cool white high output LED fitting utilises only 0.2w of power.

Three new LED mirror designs from HiB - Aztec, Celeste and Rain - have been designed to be packed with features, but with fantastic styling. All three have heated mirror pads behind the surface, and discreet shaver sockets that will also power a toothbrush. The addition of an elegant glass shelf to rest the toothbrush, toothpaste etc on, and LED lighting which is activated by an unobtrusive on-off sensor makes for a feature packed mirror.

tc bathrooms are leading the way in innovation and design with the launch of their new range of products which includes sanitaryware and bathroom furniture.

Famous for its cookers, Britannia is enhancing its stylish product portfolio with the introduction of its first ever fridge-freezer range - the Nebraska collection. Mirroring the renowned craftsmanship of its range cookers, with an added twist of American grandeur, Britannia's new collection is set to meet the modern needs of any kitchen.

After kick-starting 2009 with the introduction of the Artweger shower ranges to the UK, Eurocare Showers is please to welcome a bold new edition to its collection.

The Classic Mode Walk-in shower enclosure from Simpsons is ideal for minimalist, open-plan bathrooms. It consists of just two panels to form the enclosure. With wall-to-glass framework and no door, this simple, stunning enclosure offers space-saving properties and a spa look.

Pushing the design boundaries without blowing the budget, Franke has replaced its Vita VIX range of sinks with the new Ascona. The Ascona has also been treated to a contemporary Satin Silk finish, which has a stylish muted lustre that's fingerprint friendly and incredibly tactile.

Purus, the leading Swedish manufacturer of drainage and plumbing products for wetrooms, has launched the Purusline Mini Gully shallow drain. The drain is an innovative solution for wetroom installation where space for drainage below the floor is at a premium.

Baumatic's new 60cm oven (the POM9651SS) is a joy to cook with and a joy to behold. Its unique rotating ‘joystick' operation makes it incredibly easy to use, giving the chef complete control. But there's more to the Joystick oven than just intelligently designed controls. The oven has built-in ‘intelligent' fuzzy logic technology, which takes all the hard work out of cooking. This ‘fuzzy logic' technology means the oven can recommend the cooking function, the cooking temperature and the duration to cook a dish to perfection, meaning nothing is left to chance. Baumatic has included 20 of the most popular European dishes in this model's saved recipes, leaving capacity to save 16 of your own favourites in the memory.

Leading cooking appliance brand, Stoves, has announced a super sized new addition to its popular Richmond collection of range cookers.

Over the past twenty years, the granite sinks developed and patented by Schock have achieved a highly acclaimed reputation as premium products. More than one million of these sinks are sold each year throughout the world. Around 80% of the material used in Schock sinks is quartz, the hardest constituent of granite. Thus, they are also well known as ‘granite sinks'.

Following positive trade reaction to the innovative prototype combined sauna-shower and steam-shower units, Tylö has moved into full production.

Keller's GL 7400, from the Black Label Collection, combined with the Elba, from the Red Label Collection, is the epitome of clean and fresh kitchen design.

A superb new range of curved doors and matching curved accessories from industry experts Trade Mouldings includes 18 different stock doors with curved door options and accessories. Some of the curved door designs are unique and are not currently available from any other manufacturer or distributor in the UK and Ireland.

Axiom by Formica®, the UK and Ireland's leading range of kitchen worktops, offers an off-the-shelf range of modular worktop components, Axiom® Shapes, taking kitchen design to another level.

New to the UK, a range of ultra-stylish extractors, is now available from Faber - the original inventor of the kitchen cooker hood - and it comes direct from Air Uno. Since 1955 Faber has dominated the market in Italy with designs that live up to that country's reputation for creating well-made products.

Two unique designs laser etched within the chrome finish to give an individual feel to any bathroom

Foster's wide range of bespoke worktops are now available in the UK through their UK distributor Air Uno. The stylish, high-quality countertops, created in Italy, are already a hit with the top Italian and European kitchen studios and can be integrated seamlessly with Foster sinks, taps and hobs. All Foster products use a superior-quality AISI 304 steel that has an impressive depth of shine and a finish with extra-fine glazing, obtained through a special polishing process that uses natural fibres.

IDS has added yet more sumptuous styling to its Tuscan Solid Wood flooring range with the introduction of a new Chocolate Stained Oak. It comes in a 180mm wide plank in random lengths and has a brushed & UV oiled finish, combining a lovely tactile appeal with high performance.

Modernising the home has become widely popular as moving house becomes increasingly difficult and design savvy consumers are taking this opportunity to update their bathroom to reflect the revolution in the showering market.

Two smart towel radiators are the latest additions to the Bisque collection. With sleek, mimimal styling, the Olga and Gio reflect Bisque's commitment to design and exceptional quality.

Formerly Balena 8000 Care, the AquaClean 8000plus Care, the "WC that cleans you with water", combines all the functions of a conventional WC and bidet, with the added comfort of warm-air drying and odour extraction. Elegantly designed, it has been specially developed for those with limited mobility. With installation at a preferential height to ease side transfer from wheelchairs and a host of convenient features including adjustable settings for each individual user, AquaClean also has an optional soft seat for maximum comfort.

Edgeband manufacturer REHAU is doing all it can to help furniture manufacturers to identify and exploit new sales opportunities.

Avant Terra is PWS' new gloss option and marks the 7th finish to be launched to satisfy the growing appeal of this popular range. It seems the market just can't get enough of the simple, pared-down style of the Avant collection.

Developed using Triton's advanced Safeguard Care technology, the launch of Triton's unique-to-market Safeguard Care Pumped thermostatic electric shower is the first - and only - pumped shower currently available able to provide customers with sought after BEAB Care and RNIB endorsed safety.

High gloss Parapan® can be ‘etched' with grooves to a depth and width of up to 10mm to create surface design interest. Fine lines can be vertical or horizontal and any width apart to create distinctive and individual patterns or simply to follow neighbouring drawer lines.

Talis S2 and Talis E2, the latest bathroom collections from Hansgrohe, offer two variations that epitomize simplicity and subtle luxury: with the ‘S' design providing sleek, contemporary lines and the ‘E' version with its more curvaceous, organic forms.

Limited space in the bathroom doesn't mean that you are left with the decision between a bath or a shower; with the Simpsons Supreme Deluxe Bath Screen, both options are possible.

The "Mowbray" is a brand new entry level range of kitchens, beautifully made and available in light oak, painted oak and painted maple from Marpatt.  A sanded version is also available for clients who wish to apply their own custom finish and included in the range is a 110mm shaker door offering flexibility at an unrivalled price.

These days when choosing a new Bathroom Suite, there are more factors to consider than just the style and shape of fine ceramic sanitary ware. For instance, we all know that it is now increasingly important to save water - not only for the sake of Planet Earth, but also to save money as the cost of water will undoubtedly continue to rise.

It seems certain 2009 will be a tough year for us all, however, there is business to be done and Montrose feels its dealers can only benefit from an even stronger product offer, helping them to secure as much of the available business as possible!

Axiom by Formica®, the UK and Ireland's leading range of kitchen worktops includes a comprehensive range of designs covering all major kitchen trends. A best selling Axiom® texture, Honed, offers customers laminate worktops emulating the look and feel of premium granite and matt stone.

JIS Europe of Hayward's Heath, one of the UK's leading suppliers of stainless steel designer towel rails and radiators, have introduced new adjustable brackets into their range of heated towel rails.

Hudson Reed launches I-Flow, an exciting new remote control digital shower system that can set water flow and temperature from up to 10 metres away.

Bristan has extended its shower tray offer with the introduction of a range of high level models that offer easy installation and plumbing benefits.

Bringing interest and excitement to the UK heating market, leading manufacturer, Aestus, now offers its popular ‘Echo' radiator in ‘Fun Green'.

Kronospan has relaunched its Oasis collection of worktop designs to include new decors, profiles and textures. The contemporary offering comprises a mix of fresh new designs alongside some of the best selling existing decors, which have been retained. The revised collection will be accompanied by new literature, photography, counter top display stands and swatches to support sales and raise awareness of the revamped range.

Keller's top-end Gold Label is bringing monochrome magic to the kitchen catwalk with its new Penthouse range.

Continuing its policy of working with major brands, Ideal Bathrooms has added two further well known names - McAlpine and Polypipe - to widen its product portfolio.

The Covent bathroom radiator from Hudson Reed brings added warmth into the modern bathroom.

Drawing on its expertise in all things worktops, Bushboard has launched BB Complete an innovative all-in-one sealant in a range of 20 colours specifically selected to suit its Prima, Omega and Odyssey laminate worktop ranges.

Wall mounted bathroom accessories don't come much more stylish than the new Perivale collection from Croydex. Combining sleek lines, a sharp angular design and a smart polished chrome finish, the Perivale range is not only practical but will also add a stunning style statement to brighten up any bathroom design.

New to the UK, a range of ultra-stylish extractors, is now available from Faber - the original inventor of the kitchen cooker hood - and it comes direct from Air Uno. Since 1955 Faber has dominated the market in Italy with designs that live up to that country's reputation for creating well-made products.

Fontana® sinks, now available in the UK, combine two top quality materials - Corian® and the highest quality stainless steel.

The new Alto range from Burbidge marries a luxuriously smooth, painted cream finish with an inspired collection of contemporary matt textured shades. A beautifully simple door style is used to showcase the finishes, with the range offering consumers complete imaginative flexibility to create the kitchen of their dreams.

Ergonomically designed kitchens that work in harmony with the body are incredibly in vogue in 2009. Helping independent retailers create perfect curves in the kitchen, Uform has introduced new Quadrant style doors to its most popular Kitchen Stori ranges. The Quadrant door is curved round a corner so can be used to soften the end of a run of units or make an island unit stylishly curvy.

Showerwall from IDS provides a high performance and easy installation decorative solution for shower enclosures, bath surrounds and wallpanelling. It is ideal for new build and refurbishment projects with the range of components easily installed by a competent tradesman. This cuts out the need for wet trades and has the benefits of dramatically speeding up installation time, while ensuring a stylish finish. There are 20 different designs to choose that will satisfy a range of interior looks.

Britain's leading bathroom specialists, HiB, has launched two new mirrors which show how practicality can be achieved through simplicity. Both the Sati and Tapio designs have featured bevelled edges and quality chrome struts supporting a useful clear glass shelf.

The new Deca range of undermount sinks from Carron Phoenix gives retailers a good fighting tool to tempt customers with its crisp modern shape and competitive pricing, offering designer-style undermounts starting at £282. The Deca 150 (featured) compares especially favourably with design-equivalent models on the market, ringing in at approximately 25% lower in price yet without any compromise on design or specification. It is also one of the sink models pre-templated and endorsed by Bushboard's Encore solid surface range which gives retailers an easy and competitively priced, turn key solution to fashionable undermount looks.

Bellissimo has added 11 new matt colours to its range of doors for kitchens and bedrooms, in response to a strong move in the market towards matt finishes.

Roman has launched a brand new range of shower enclosures which feature an integrated digital valve offering - the Embrace range.

Following the success of the Bemis ultra-hygienic range of seats, this latest model featuring a new hinge, has all the benefits of easy cleaning combined with minimal effort.

Kermi are delighted to announce that they will launch the exciting and extensive range of  Design Radiators, Home Heating Radiators, and Commercial Heating solutions manufactured by their sister company Arbonia into the UK market.

Injecting a distinctly retro flavour to homes for 2009, Lokum from Aeon sets new standards in heating. This highly decorative radiator is destined to become a design icon.

Urban Washbasin: Urbanize Your Bathroom

The exclusive Urban washbasins offers the opportunity to create a unique bathroom with pieces decorated with images of cities around the world, which adds a trendsetting cosmopolitan touch that is full of style.

Dansani's Calidris bathroom furniture has it all; quality, flexibility and beauty. Quality comes in the form of real wood veneers and stunning high gloss finishes and the hallmarks of the Danish, master carpenter such as mitred cabinet joins and subtle touches such as bevelled cabinet edges.

Launching at ISH Duravit is introducing "PuraVida" - a complete bathroom suite by Phoenix Design that emerged from a joint collaboration with fixture manufacturer Hansgrohe. With PuraVida, tap fittings, ceramic, bathtubs and furniture are interwoven to create unique and evolved continuity. Phoenix Design sought to create a design that would appeal to the new need for emotion while simultaneously providing a sense of sleek timelessness.

New for 2009, Hansgrohe presents the PuraVida bathroom collection with soft flowing lines and a striking dual colour-finish combining pure white with classic chrome. The rectangular overhead shower with curved corners has been redesigned to better fit the human form delivering a shoulder-shaped cone of water that hits the body (rather than the surrounding floor) to create less splashing and use less water.

A world of water - a world of value is what GROHE presented at ISH 2009 in Frankfurt. The 50th anniversary of the show was the ideal setting to launch an unprecedented number of products - more than 100 from GROHE, the leading innovator in the sanitary industry. The concept of the exhibition stand was based on how water flows, mirroring the company's passion for the perfect water experience.

New for March 2009 and launched at ISH, Kaldewei introduces the Ellipso Duo Oval in black. The popularity of black as a design colour for bathrooms is growing and regardless of whether the design contours are more classic, purist or extravagant: black combines perfectly with every individual style. The free-standing Ellipso Duo Oval with self-supporting panelling means it can be placed anywhere in the room.

Combining imaginative design and materials expertise, VitrA continues to take the lead in trendsetting products for ultimate bathing comfort and wellbeing. Brand new Sanitaryware as well as several innovative shower systems were launched at ISH.

Bella by BA have extended the possibilities for kitchen and bedroom designers allowing them more freedom to innovate with their Vinyl door ranges.

New to the UK, a range of ultra-stylish extractors, is now available from Faber - the original inventor of the kitchen cooker hood - and it comes direct from Air Uno. Since 1955 Faber has dominated the market in Italy with designs that live up to that country's reputation for creating well-made products.  Available as both a wall-mounted and island model, The Drop has organic lines and is so on-trend with its pearled paint finish.

The latest innovation from Keller turns a kitchen into a multi-functional room; people want to catch up with the news, watch their favourite soap or keep the children occupied. An LCD screen can take up useful space in a kitchen; however this new technology, called Keller Vision, creates a superior and seamless high-resolution quality image, behind glass and mirror surfaces. This can be used as a television and can be linked to all audio-visual appliances.

Forever at the forefront of innovative radiator design, Aestus now offers a complete range of models designed specifically for the kitchen.

Kronospan has unveiled its newest melamine decor, the highly anticipated Prugna Rosales. Versatile in use, the new plum design complements both contemporary and traditional interiors and is a perfect vinyl match to Hurnschuch's Prugna Rosales F422-4170.

Forget ‘standard sizes' that don't benefit your room space - Basically Doors offers made to measure kitchens and bedrooms.

Since its launch in the UK ten years ago Parapan has grown to become the material of choice for top kitchen designers when specifying high gloss.   Striking bright red creates dramatic impact and is currently one of the most popular colour choices.