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sized changing bench and tracking/mobile hoist system. Under BS8300: 2009, further requirements of a height adjustable wash- basin, shower, peninsular toilet, privacy screen and a safe and clean environment, i.e. wide tear off paper to cover the bench, a large waste bin and a non-slip floor, are specified. Tourism for All is campaigning for proprietors to go beyond
the basic legislative requirement – a Document M package and wheel-in shower – and realise how enhanced facilities, such as including a height adjustable basin or a ‘wash and dry’ toilet, would enable them to maximise revenue potential from the dis- abled sector. Housebuilders, especially those in the social sector, also need
to accommodate Lifetime Homes criteria, a key element of which is that “new homes should be built to be accessible for all people, young and old, single or in families, disabled and non-disabled”, with a specific requirement being the provision of an accessible toilet, and it being ‘good practice’ to create a room from the out- set that can be turned into a full wetroom in the future. The market is already big and can only continue to grow as
our population continues to age. A little time invested in learn- ing about the considerations and requirements, and putting that into practice, could reap significant dividends, generating more ‘footfall’ and more business.
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Clos-O-Mat toilet facilities at East Midlands Airport
WATER SAVING WASHROOM SOLUTION
Many organisations are striving to reduce their envi- ronmental impact and in the process save money by using less energy and natural resources. Whilst there are numerous ways to save water, one simple solution could be the choice of soap in the washroom. Independent research, commissioned by Deb, has shown that when using foam soap, people could use up to 45 per cent less water than when using liquid soap. Dr John Hines, research and development direc-
tor at Deb advises: “Research shows that for every 100 people employed, the use of foam soap for hand washing can equate to an annual water reduction of up to 56,000 litres and as warm water is usually used, there are also savings to be made in energy use and CO2
emission.” ULTRA TILE USED IN 5 STAR ACCOMMODATION
century cottages and two bed & breakfast rooms. Sub-floor preparation was conducted first using Ultra
Ultra Tile, part of the Instarmac Group plc, adhesives and grouts were used by Concept Bathrooms on tiling applications within five star cottages and B&B rooms. Concept Bathrooms have recently finished a holiday accommodation refurbishment project, where they used Ultra Tile adhesives, grouts and Ultra Floor sub- floor preparation products. The project included three 17th
Floor Level IT one HDB and Ultra Tile Prime IT FP. Concept Bathrooms also used Ultra Tile Prime IT FP to enhance bond strength and prime before applying any adhesive. A total of three adhesives were used on this project to fix the variety of tiles. Their individual qualities were matched to the application.
157 155 LUXURIOUS BATHROOM DESIGN IN SINGAPORE
Luxurious bathroom design in Singapore – the Marina Bay Sands Hotel offers the ultimate in relaxation at the heart of the city. The bathrooms in the VIP suites are furnished with Kaldewei Mega Duo Oval whirlpool baths with the Vivo Turbo system. They guarantee the guest an individual relaxing whirl bath, while at the same time being perfectly designed to meet the hygiene requirements of a hotel. The soft, ergonomic lines of the Mega Duo Oval whirl bath
blend perfectly with the design concept of the fusion of Asian and western influ- ences, enhancing the luxurious design of the bathrooms in the VIP suites. Thanks to the optional easy-clean finish, bacteria and dirt are unable to adhere to the smooth, rock-hard surface of the bath, so cleaning it could not be easier.
158 invisibly behind the mirrors. 156 BLAKES HOTEL’S BATHROOMS DRAMATIC REDESIGN
Exceptional luxury of design and comfort – the signa- ture of interior designer Anouska Hempel extends through into newly refurbished bathrooms at Blakes Hotel in South Kensington, London.
R & D Marketing’s Cosyfloor™ underfloor heating provides gentle warmth for bare feet in the bathrooms that each match their bedroom or sumptuous suite and demista™ low energy heated mirror pads are fitted
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