Foldaway convenience

London start-up

Hidealoo is launching a discreet moveable frame that makes it easier to fit toilets in small awkward spaces.

Hi d e a l o o ’ s s t e e l m e c h a n i s m a l l o w s a t o i l e t p a n t o b e s w i v e l l e d t h r o u g h 9 0 º t o t h a t i t c a n b e h i d d e n i n s i d e a w a l l o r c u p b o a r d w h e n n o t i n u s e A s w e l l a s c r e a t i n g m o r e f l e x i b l e f l o o r s p a c e a n d o t h e r w i s e i m p o s s i b l e c o u n t e r s p a c e , t h i s g i v e s g r e a t e r o p t i o n s f o r i n s t a l l a t i o n s w i t h i n h o m e s w h e r e a d d i n g a n e w b a t h r o o m m a y n o t o t h e r w i s e b e p o s s i b l e F o r e x a m p l e , b y a l l o w i n g a t o i l e t t o b e f i t t e d w i t h i n a u t i l i t y r o o m c u p b o a r d , b e d r o o m w a r d r o b e , o r i n a c a b i n e t u n d e r n e a t h l o f t e a v e s

For wet rooms, a further benefit of the frame is that the ability to fold the pan away into the wall means it not only then allows the same space to be used as a shower, but keeps the pan dry, increasing ease of use.

Its inventor, Monty Ravenscroft, has spent the last 25 years pioneering designs for innovative moving elements in architecture His space-saving London home was featured on Channel 4’s Grand Designs and labelled “one of London’s 10 most remarkable Homes” by Open House Architecture Festival

Monty was inspired with the idea for the frame when designing solutions for his home that would maximise the space available by making it more flexible in use He also wanted to create something for his invalid father, who needed the convenience of bathroom facilities in his bedroom but in a discreet way that preserved his dignity.

Monty explains: “Our retractable toilet provides the ability and versatility to use small spaces more efficiently Not only does Hidealoo free up valuable space to allow enhanced use of a bathroom or cloakroom, but it supports the installation of systems in many alternative positions.”

The Hidealoo frame is manufactured in Britain and works with any standard UK wall hung ceramic pan and 110mm waste pipe It has been tested to hold 400kg in weight and has been successfully operated through 250,000 flexing cycles with a fully flooded pan and pipes – the equivalent of the pan being used 10 times a day for 65 years while blocked up to the rim

Installation is simple and thanks to its strong flexible pipework, a toilet attached to the frame can be flushed in any position, with no impact on the frequency of potential blockages

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MOORES Cooler shaker

Moores has added Kensington Black to its range of kitchens, reasoning that this addition to its classic shaker kitchen range could be either a full kitchen or be used as an accent colour when combined with other tones from the range It says that black cabinets are well suited to zoning different areas of the kitchen, yet also pair well with its open shelving system

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KEUCO Plan for the future

Keuco has added two new wall-mounted shower fittings to its Plan blue range: a thermostat shower mixer and a combo unit with a built-in head and hand shower

They come in two colours, classic chrome and a new black that feels soft, is easy to clean, and is durable The flat head shower has a height-adjustable shower rail and the 250mm diameter overhead shower can be swivelled and moved to the desired position while the hand shower is set to an easily reachable height using the shower slide.

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Hansgrohe

Match with matt black

CRL STONE Sicilian job

Palermo, the latest addition to the CRL Quartz range from CRL Stone, mimics natural marble with its white base and faux veining yet is far more practical for worktops due to its resilience to knocks, heat, scratches, and stains With no special products needed for cleaning, stain removal is simple, requiring only water or mild cleaning agents Its non-porous nature inhibits the accumulation of bacteria or mould, making it a hygienic and easy-to-maintain surface

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Hansgrohe has extended its Logis range of taps with models in a sleek matt black finish: Logis taps and Logis Fine taps with a slimmer silhouette These taps feature CoolStart technology, which supports efficient water and energy usage by supplying cold water when the handle is in the middle position and activating hot water flow as the handle is turned left, saving energy and reducing heating bills The matt black finish is not only fashionable but durable too, able to withstand cleaning agents and maintain its appearance over time With Logis Fine taps offering a sleeker appearance, customers can easily match their taps with a range of matt black thermostats for the shower area or bathtub, creating a seamless style in the bathroom

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INTERNATIONAL DECORATIVE SURFACES (IDS) Slat’s the way

Feature Wall panels, now available from specialist surface materials distributor IDS, is a range of slatted wooden panels that are lightweight, easy to cut and simple to install. They are available two sizes of 2400 x 600 x 22mm and 3000 x 600 x 22mm with concealed joins between each panel for a seamless finish Three real wood veneers are available Natural Oak, Silver Oak and Charcoal Oak. Feature Wall panels are noise absorbing because the density of their black felt backing and can be attached to battens to create space for concealed cabling Made from black FSC certified fire resistant MDF, the panels and come with a one-year warranty

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FRANKE Take the air

Franke has launched the Mythos Air Hub range which incorporates a high-performance extractor with a state-of-the-art air sanitisation system It not only effectively eliminates vapours and cooking odours but also removes up to 99 99% of bacteria and viruses through a separate air stream and two dedicated UV-C lamps For design and installation flexibility, Air Hub is available in a choice of three models: Vertical, T-Shape and Ceiling. Each offers three speeds plus an intensive setting with an extraction rate of 470 m3/h and a noise level of 57dB at the maximum setting

The Vertical and T-Shape models feature an intuitive touch screen control panel where the Air Hub controls are independent from the hood’s and are identified with their blue LEDs With the ceiling option, the Air Hub controls are fully integrated into the remote control or can be controlled through the Franke @Home app For more information go to www.rdr.link/dao025

Kudos Shower Products

Enclosures de-railed

Kudos Shower Products has added to its Pinnacle8 range of shower enclosures with sliding door models that have no bottom rail, providing level access for easy entry and exit from the enclosure

The lack of bottom rail also simplifies cleaning and looks minimalist appearance

These models are available in chrome, matt black, or brushed gold profiles, and in four sizes – 1200mm, 1300mm, 1400mm and 1500mm – for either a corner or a recessed installation. Standing 2000mm high and made of 8mm toughened safety glass with LifeShield protection, these doors are durable and easy to maintain For more information, please go to www.rdr.link/dao026

MOORES Shelf styled layout

Moores has introduced Open Shelving, a shelving system that can be adapted to any kitchen layout and caters to the growing popularity of open plan living It comes in multiple configurations, and its dimensions – height, depth, and width – can be modified to suit the any space, be it over the sink, worktop, or as freestanding storage. The design combines oak shelving with metal hardware, enabling it to complement any kitchen style, including any range from the Moores catalogue

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PJH Look – no handles!

PJH's Bathrooms to Love brand has introduced Align, a wall-hung modular bathroom furniture collection with a full wrap-around fluted design that does away with handles Available in three contemporary matt lacquered finishes: Matt Willow Green, Matt Mineral Grey, and Matt Cotton, the Align collection includes basin units and a tall unit, all with linen-effect lined interiors Consumers can choose between one-drawered basin units in two sizes (600mm or 800mm) with the flexibility of a sit-in white ceramic basin or a colour-coordinated worktop with a choice of washbowl. A 350mm wide tall unit incorporates three interior shelves, and all units come with soft-close fittings as a standard feature

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Rotpunkt

The kitchen designed for lockdown

German kitchen manufacturer, Rotpunkt, has based its new Loft Black Oak kitchen around the concept of working from home (WFH), bringing cooking, eating, and working into one space while catering to multi-generational households It features a built-in hot desk with ample legroom and storage, designed to accommodate a computer, paperwork, and other essentials for two users simultaneously. The tall cupboards with extra-long bar handles and the push-to-open top units ensure office supplies can stay out of children’s reach The Loft Black Oak finish integrates seamlessly with contemporary black appliances, lending a stylish, modern appeal to the workspace The kitchen island's height allows for versatility in both entertaining and working, while providing additional cupboard space This is coupled with the smart-ready Manila Lighting, which can vary the lighting remotely according to the occasion via a digital assistant on a tablet, smartphone or as part of a fully-integrated smart home system For more information, please go to www.rdr.link/dao029

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