PRODUCTS | Surface trends Surface trends
An overview of the latest worktops and tiles on the market Compiled by: Rebecca Nottingham
VERONA | Al Fresco
Verona’s new Al Fresco range of large-format porcelain tiles is made up of nine collections featuring travertine, contemporary concrete and wood-effect designs. Each stone-effect is available in either a large square or rectangular format, with the wood-effect porcelain tiles available in a traditional plank size, all with a matt finish. With a neutral colour palette from cool grey through to warm beige, each range offers a 20mm-thick premium porcelain for outdoor use and a 10mm indoor tile. Tel: 0113 244 4984
www.veronagroup.co.uk
HI-MACS | Strato Collection
Solid surface specialist Hi-Macs has enhanced its choice of colours with the launch of the Strato Collection – a range that it says offers ‘brand new design possibilities’. Inspired by the linear patterns found in nature, the Strato Collection is available in three colours: Strato Cloud (pictured), Strato Wind and Strato Slate. Hi-Macs is a non-porous material that can be thermoformed into curved shapes, allowing for seamless surfaces. The brand says it is easy to repair and maintain. Tel: 01732 897820
www.himacs.eu
Retailer Profile Ivan Simpson Bathrooms and Kitchens ‘We were very reluctant to try kitchens, but customers kept asking for them’ pg 58
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Shopping Around Telford
Not much to find fault with in this Shropshire town with quality showrooms a-plenty pg 66
How’s Business Hammersmith and Fulham London dealers describe trade as ‘probably’ quite good, ‘a bit slower’ and ‘very strange’ pg 69
CDUK | New Corian finishes
CDUK has extended its portfolio with the latest colour finishes from Corian. These new designs are inspired by the textures and neutral tones found in wood grain, minerals and traditional hard-working surfaces, such as terrazzo. The collection includes Neutral Aggregate, Terrazzo and Nuwood – which the company says are particularly suited to current bathroom and kitchen trends. Corian has also made further additions to its popular Onyx and Prima ranges. Tel: 0113 201 2240
www.cdukltd.co.uk
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SYLMAR TECHNOLOGY | Minerva
Solid surface manufacturer Sylmar Technology has introduced new decors to its Minerva range. Identifying a demand for surfaces inspired by nature the company has developed Calcutta White a design that’s been created to realistically mimic the look and feel of real marble with the advantages of a solid surface. Offering a choice of industrial-style, lighter hues, it has also launched the Minerva Haze collection which features Travertine Haze, Silver Haze and Concrete Haze finishes. Tel: 01773 521300
www.minervaworksurfaces.co.uk
Showroom of the month CP Hart, Manchester The luxury bathroom retailer has created an explosion of colour at its Northern showroom pg 72
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