External Fixtures; Interiors
A unique tool for bespoke structural calculations for individual balustrades or handrail projects has been developed
for balustrades, balconies or stairwells, while still ensuring regulatory compliance. Handrails can be manufactured in a wide variety of finishes, including practical satin polished stainless steel or a ‘mirror’ pol- ished finish, or be powder coated to any RAL colour to enhance durability and complement interiors or external façades. A stainless steel handrail on a struc- tural glass balustrade, for example, creates a light and spacious effect. Laminated toughened glass can be used for the ultimate in glass panel security, and for added visual appeal the laminate interlay can incorpo- rate colours or patterns. Timber handrails are another popular option as
they are not cold to the touch and can be produced from any sustainable timber – including ash, oak, and cherry – to suit individual design requirements. A timber effect coating can even be applied to metal handrails. There are also some exciting new features such as LED lighting that can be built into handrails to illuminate dark walkways and stairs. In fact, the design possibilities are virtually limitless.
Support Achieving the right handrail or balustrade solution is not just about aesthetic appeal. Finding an experi- enced company that can provide reliable service and support throughout the design and specification process is key to minimising time and hassle on site.
Low cost, low risk franchise packages Granite Transformations, kitchen makeover brand, is targeting inde- pendent kitchen and bathroom business owners, as part of a fran- chise recruitment drive aimed at expanding its 30 strong network of UK showrooms. With prospective franchise owners understandably risk-averse in the present financial climate, it has slashed the entry price for would-be investors and introduced two new low cost, low risk franchise packages: a bolt-on
Existing Retailer franchise package for compatible retail businesses, at a one-off fee of £15k, and a pared-down Concession Showroom model, at a cost of £18k. For existing kitchen and bathroom retailers looking to diversify into a profitable new revenue stream, Granite Transformations has created the Existing Retailer fran- chise package.
Wetroom solutions from Kaldewei At KBB, Kaldewei will demon- strate how their floor level Conoflat shower tray, combined with the ingenious ESR installation frame, provide the perfect solution for wetrooms. Made from precious and extremely durable 3.5mm steel enamel, Kaldewei shower trays are available in a wide range of styles and colours to either co- ordinate or contrast with the sur- rounding floor finish. The unique
material has a permanent brilliance and lustre, long lasting quality and is easy to clean. The ESR installation frame enables safe and speedy installation of low- depth shower trays between 2.5 and 6.5cm onto timber joists or screeded floors.
t 0800 840 9770
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