New additions! 

From this bestselling family of stainless steel sinks, which are hugely popular due to the larger bowls, comes the newly-configured range of Largo undermounted sinks. The range has been extended with three new models to cover all requirements, so that there are more options available for the retailer or designer.

Part of Franke’s high-end Specialist range of sinks and taps, the three new models – LAX 120 45-30, LAX 120 36-36 and LAX 160 36-16 – boast ultra-modern looks with generous proportions. Available in a Silk finish, these sinks are resistant to staining, chipping, rust and corrosion and are also extremely easy to keep clean.

This range of sinks also boasts a new shallower Low Profile Semi-Integrated Waste and Hygienic Overflow. This new waste, with a reduced depth and a solid stainless steel plug, saves space in the cabinet, allowing more room for cleaning products. The new Hygienic Overflow increases cleanliness in the kitchen. The detachable plate allows boiling water to be poured into the overflow to remove any bacteria, while the rigid overflow pipe reduces the likelihood of deposits.

For that extra finishing touch, the extremely useful Franke Rollamat can be bought separately. This flexible little helper provides a draining and defrosting surface and heavy objects and hot pans can be placed on it. The Rollamat can be easily rolled up and stored away when not in use.

Getting into the spirit!

Adding to its stunning collection, Franke has introduced the Spirit, a quirky, angular tap which exudes contemporary style and makes a statement in the kitchen. Available in two finishes - Chrome and SilkSteel - this individual design has been launched to complement a wide range of undermount sink models.

The tap rotates to allow use in multi-bowl as well as single-bowl configurations providing a reach of 219mm; it is particularly useful when washing and preparing

 

New Qubix tap from Carron Phoenix cuts a sophisticated look

With glamour returning to bathroom brassware, Carron Phoenix has followed suit for the kitchen market with its brand new Qubix tap.

Cutting a decidedly sophisticated look, the Qubix tap features a slim flat spout that dispenses water in an elegant waterfall fashion with a simple twist of its unobtrusive quarter-turn handles. In contrast to arc-shaped styles, the line of the Qubix spout carves a gentle square shape that is 250 mm high and being slim and narrow sits discreetly behind the sink, giving a very streamlined aesthetic. The Qubix design works especially well with Carron’s contemporary undermounts in the Deca and Tetra ranges.

Qubix comes in chrome and brushed nickel, adding to the exclusive look and feel of the design. Qubix is one of the 11 new tap additions to Carron’s new product offer for 2009. The broadened tap offer of 24

models has been developed to give the retailer a well-balanced and

well-priced range of designs that complement Carron’s sink offer and facilitate

easy decision making for the consumer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Black magic with Franke

The Rolux tap from Franke exudes contemporary style, emitting bright LED light which adds atmosphere and a dramatic air to any kitchen. A white light illuminates the water delivery creating a stunning visual effect. Even when the water is turned off, the appearance is equally striking as the LED acts as ambient lighting in the kitchen.

The 2010 portfolio includes two variants of the Rolux which have been developed to answer specific market demands. The tap now comes in a black finish to contrast with Stainless Steel, and complement Black Ceramic and Glass sinks. The other innovation is the existing chrome model which is now available without the pullout spray.

The taps are already hugely popular and the body shape, along with the new variants, ensures that all kitchen designs are catered for.

 

 

 

Franke at its Peak 

The newest generation of sinks from Franke is the Peak range for good-looking, super hygienic workstations. These clever sinks show off Franke’s technical prowess like nothing else – the pressed bowls have tight 5mm corner radii giving the appearance of a true 90 degree corner yet with all the hygienic advantages.

Comprising six models including a one-an-a-half bowl, the hallmark of these sinks is not only the tight radii but also the new complementary square, trendy basket strainer waste - with the added advantage that the 90mm waste still accepts a Franke Turbo Waste Disposal Unit if required. The Peak range also boasts the new Hygienic Overflow; a new mechanism to increase efficiency and ensure sanitation in the kitchen. The detachable plate allows boiling water to be poured down the overflow to remove any bacteria, while the rigid overflow pipe reduces the likelihood of deposits.

 

New Stainless Steel from Franke

The ever popular Swiss Pro tap from Franke, which exudes contemporary style, is now available in Stainless Steel to perfectly complement the existing Franke Stainless Steel sinks.

Precision engineered and machined entirely from Stainless Steel, the Swiss Pro is hygienic, easy to clean and incredibly durable so is practical and will stay looking good.The chef-style tap features a trigger action spray facility with a spout reach of 250mm; it is particularly useful when washing and preparing vegetables. With an impressive height of 690mm, the Swiss Pro will provide the perfect statement in any kitchen.

International awards for BLANCO

Once again, BLANCO’s innovative approach to sink design has won international acclaim from the Industrie Forum Design in Hanover , with not one, but two of the new sinks for 2010 scooping awards.

BLANCO President, Achim Schreiber, attributes the success to an ongoing policy of ‘putting our faith in an experienced, highly-motivated in-house team of experts – designers, product managers and developers.’

The first award went to BLANCORonis-iF. The design adds extra volume to a stainless steel round sink with its very generous-dimensions – an extra-wide and extra deep bowl with a concise radius - and inspired accessories which ensure the space can be used for much more than just doing the dishes. It also has the popular BLANCO low profile iF rim with its flush-fit appearance, keeping the overall look sleek and streamlined. The glass cutting board fits into the rim of the sink rotating at 360degrees, and the BLANCO Carrier complete with two stainless steel bowls, can be taken to the oven or hob.

The second sink to catch the attention of the judges is the BLANCOAlaros. Made from BLANCO’s new coloured sink material, Silgranit® Puradur® II, and available in all ten Silgranit colours, the beauty of the lies in its perfect symmetry. A spacious bowl is set centrally between two symmetrical drainers. Here again, imaginative accessories increase the practical possibilities. The large central single bowl has a tap ledge flanked by two draining areas.

The sink and tap ledge sit slightly below the draining areas, and the accessories include two glass boards which slide partially over the sink when it is not in use, increasing the workspace. The sink can be used with any tap, but when combined with the BLANCOEloscope F-11 tap, also featured, the tap can be lowered so that the two glass boards fit completely over both the sink and tap.

 

A further enhancement from Franke

The Franke Ariane undermount range of sinks now boasts the new shallower Low Profile Semi Integrated Waste and Hygienic Overflow.

The innovation has improved continuous overflow capacity, while the reduced depth, saving 32mm, means there is more space in the cabinet below. With a solid stainless steel plug, the waste is resistant to all standard household chemicals so will remain looking perfectly pristine even after years of service.

The Hygienic Overflow is a new mechanism to increase efficiency and ensure sanitation in the kitchen. The detachable plate allows boiling water to be poured down the overflow to remove any bacteria, while the rigid overflow pipe reduces the likelihood of deposits.

 

 Franke Prices Increasing from March 1st.
February 2010

Franke Switzerland have announced that from 1st. MArch 2010 their prices will increase by 5% across the full range.
The time to order is now to avoid any increase.

 

 

A New Coloured sink material from Blanco

February 2010

The precious stone in the kitchen, SILGRANIT® PuraDur® II, is Blanco's new coloured sink material in ten shades. It is irresistibly tactile, with a silky-smooth surface that looks like natural stone and its ease of care and durability are unsurpassed. All SILGRANIT® sinks and undermounted bowls are now available in SILGRANIT® PuraDur® II

 

Iron Chef Popular TV Programme Comes to the UK

February 2010

Kitchen Sinks and Taps Direct supply sinks and taps to Iron Chef for use on their film sets for their brand new series in the uk.

The sinks supplied are the stunning Reginox  RL 218s with the Reginox RF 32 Ch taps. 

 

SINKWORLD TAKE ON NEW RANGE 

1810 SINKS

January 07th 2009

Sinkworld and Kitchen sinks and taps direct are pleased to announce their new partnership with :

The 1810 sink company.

This is a very exciting new brand of sinks concentrating on undermount and flushfit models.

The sinks are manufactured to a high standard and all come boxed, with template, full plumbing kit and care and maintenance instructions in every box.

 

 

 

SINKWORLD LAUNCH NEW WEB SITE

kitchensinksandtapsdirect January 13th 2010

The management and team at Sinkworld are pleased to announce the launch of their new web site www.kitchensinksandtapsdirect.co.uk .

Having been online for over 10 years with our main site www.sinkworld.co.uk we have realised that in this day and age, people's working hours and the way they shop have changed. 

Customers having difficulty in contacting companies during the day to place orders is the main reason we have now changed our web site policy and this has resulted in the launch of the first 'Buy on Line' site for Sinkworld.

We hope this site will make it possible for many people to sit with their partners or friends out of normal business hours to choose and order the items they want. 

We have tried to make our new site as user friendly as possible and we hope our customers will enjoy their shopping experience with us at www.kitchensinksandtapsdirect.co.uk

However we also hope that should people not be able to find their perfect sink, then they will still contact us on 0845 053 5431 as our Sales Team are happy to give assistance to prospective customers and help them find the correct item.

  Happy New Year
kitchensinksandtapsdirect January 1st 2010
The team at Kitchen sinks and taps direct send all their wishes for the new year!