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Material matters: Surface product feature

kbbreview’s comprehensive guide to the most exciting surfaces on the market, focusing on properties and sustainability.

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WFF responds to fresh calls for UK engineered stone ban

Following widespread media reports of new cases of silicosis and medical experts joining the call for a UK artificial stone ban, the Worktop Fabricators Federation (WFF) has updated its guidance around occupationally-acquired silicosis.

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Surface support with Deralam

To strengthen its support to KBB retailers, Deralam has invested in a dedicated Kronospan showroom at its distribution centre in Wigan

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Roann celebrates record-breaking sales month

Wakefield-based quartz worktop manufacturer Roann Limited is celebrating breaking its monthly sales record, reporting a sales figure of £1.87M in June.

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BONUS PODCAST: Board room – designing the finishes that set the trends

It’s a part of kitchen design that doesn’t get the recognition it deserves – the hundreds of colours, textures, grains and patterns of board that often set trends for the whole sector…

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WEX Trade names new national account manager

Worktop specialist WEX Trade has appointed Shawn Buckle as its latest national account manager.

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Jake Naylor: ‘Suppliers shouldn’t dictate what retailers have in their showroom’

Jake Naylor, MD of Hanex, talks about the company’s pro-active approach to problem-solving, and his belief in retailer independence.

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Kitchen product feature: Sustainability matters

With Earth Day 2024 coming up later this month, as well as exploring the latest sustainable product innovations, we’re also looking at how retailers can engage their customers most effectively on this issue. Francesca Seden reports…

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Caesarstone Dublin distribution centre and studio

Caesarstone’s Dublin distribution centre proves strong foundation for Irish market

Following the launch of its Dublin distribution centre and studio in 2023, Caesarstone has seen continued growth with increased footprint and strategic new hires.

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Fired Earth blends shapes and colours

Designed to be a comprehensive mix-and-match product line, Fired Earth has just released its new marble Blends collection.

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Caesarstone unveils bold new sustainability targets

Caesarstone has committed to achieving a host of environmental targets over the next several years, which include increasing its use of recycled materials, massively reducing its carbon footprint and working towards 100% renewable energy use.

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Technistone cuts-off dry cut fabricators

Czech-based quartz specialist Technistone has resolved to stop supplying materials to fabricators that “dry cut” their stone slabs, in the wake of ongoing controversy about the safety of engineered stone.

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BONUS PODCAST: The latest design trends from Egger

A very special podcast episode for anyone into the latest trends and products in kbb design as we meet Aimee Fletcher – the Decor and Product Manager for Egger.

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Where does Caesarstone UK’s new MD plan to take the business?

Caesarstone UK’s new MD, Edward Smith, speaks to Rebecca Nottingham about how his vision, leadership, and strategies will not only help grow the brand but also increase its support for independent retailers

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Caesarstone opens new Dublin studio

Surface manufacturer Caesarstone has announced the opening of its new studio in Dublin, Ireland.

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Marble-look porcelain collection launched by Ca’ Pietra

Said to be suitable for use in bathrooms, wet rooms, and kitchens, Ca’ Pietra has just released its Sculpture collection of large format tiles.

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Laminam launches new series of porcelain surfaces

Inspired by considering nature as a work of art, Laminam has launched its new Hado series of porcelain surfaces.

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Ikea to ban engineered stone products in Australian stores

Swedish homewares giant Ikea has decided it will no longer stock engineered stone surface products in its Australian stores, following concerns that they pose health risks.

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Material matters: Surface product feature

WFF responds to fresh calls for UK engineered stone ban

Surface support with Deralam

Roann celebrates record-breaking sales month

BONUS PODCAST: Board room – designing the finishes that set the trends

WEX Trade names new national account manager

Jake Naylor: ‘Suppliers shouldn’t dictate what retailers have in their showroom’

Kitchen product feature: Sustainability matters

Caesarstone’s Dublin distribution centre proves strong foundation for Irish market

Fired Earth blends shapes and colours

Caesarstone unveils bold new sustainability targets

Technistone cuts-off dry cut fabricators

BONUS PODCAST: The latest design trends from Egger

Where does Caesarstone UK’s new MD plan to take the business?

Caesarstone opens new Dublin studio

Marble-look porcelain collection launched by Ca’ Pietra

Laminam launches new series of porcelain surfaces

Ikea to ban engineered stone products in Australian stores

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