Diane, Author at Bathroom Review

KEUCO brings solid oak cabinet making to the bathroom

September 8, 2026

KEUCO is extending its collaboration with Austrian furniture maker TEAM 7 with EDITION LIGNATUR ART, a new bathroom furniture collection that puts solid timber and traditional cabinet making techniques centre stage.

Launching in the UK in October, EDITION LIGNATUR ART builds on KEUCO’s existing EDITION LIGNATUR range, but takes the use of natural materials further with furniture made entirely from solid oak in a considered departure from the dominating trend for veneers and laminates.

The collection reflects the move towards creating bathrooms that feel more like considered living spaces, with furniture, materials and finishes designed to sit alongside those found elsewhere in the home.

The signature finish is smoked oak, created using a traditional process in which the solid timber is steamed with ‘salmiak’ spirit rather than stained or coated. The result is a deep, tonal finish that retains the character of the natural wood, with variations in grain and colour ensuring that each piece is individual.

Three further oak finishes are available. Venice oak features distinctive shipworm markings, while classic oak has a warm, honey-toned appearance. Wild white oak provides a lighter option, with a more vivid and expressive grain.

Craftsmanship is particularly evident in the preparation of the furniture. Before production, KEUCO and TEAM 7 hand-match the grain of individual solid-wood slats in a process they call ‘painting with wood’. This allows the grain to flow continuously across the finished panels – a technique more usually associated with fine cabinetmaking than bathroom furniture.

The collection includes single and double washstands, benches, sideboards, and mid- and tall units. Furniture can be specified with ceramic or glass worktops and colour-matched enamel basins, allowing different combinations to be created within the same material palette.

Despite the emphasis on craftsmanship and natural materials, the furniture has been designed with everyday use in mind. An ergonomic recessed handle removes the need for additional hardware, while soft-close and push-to-open mechanisms maintain the clean-lined appearance. Optional protective cover plates are also available to complement the chosen wood finish.

The same attention to detail continues inside the mirror cabinet, which features a wood-lined interior as well as a coordinated exterior. Its lighting system includes a three-sided surround frame, separate compartment lighting and washbasin illumination, all adjustable via touch control between warm white and daylight, from 2,700 to 6,500 Kelvin.

A light sail provides an even wash of illumination from above, while mirror heating is available as an option.

Made to order, EDITION LIGNATUR ART is intended to give each installation an individual character, with the natural variations in the solid oak ensuring that no two pieces – or bathrooms – are exactly alike.

EDITION LIGNATUR ART launches in the UK in October 2026. Prices are available on application.

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Grant Westfield strengthens customer service team

September 8, 2026

Wall panel manufacturer Grant Westfield has appointed Stephen McGlinchey as customer service manager. The appointment supports the company’s focus on delivering a high level of customer satisfaction.

McGlinchey joined Grant Westfield on 27 July 2026, bringing experience from consultancy firm DRS International. There he worked exclusively with the administrators of Ireland’s Deposit Return Scheme, Re-turn.

In his new role, he will lead the customer service team, focussing on unlocking its potential. He will also ensure the team recognises its impact on both business performance and customer experience.

McGlinchey said: “I am looking forward to unlocking the potential within my team and ensuring we are aware of the impact our input has on the business performance and customer satisfaction during a period of positive change.”

Early priorities for McGlinchey include gaining a wider understanding of the business and identifying opportunities for greater alignment across departments. Building trust within the customer service team, as well as across departments, will also be central to his approach.

He added: “In these early days, it is all about building my understanding of the various areas of the business and how we can align our goals. I also want to focus on developing a high level of trust within our team and cross-departmentally, as I am very aware of the benefit of a highly motivated and engaged unit.”

McGlinchey’s appointment comes at a positive time for Grant Westfield, as the business continues to develop its teams and strengthen the customer experience across its growing portfolio of wall panel solutions.

For more information, please visit: www.grantwestfield.co.uk or call 0131 337 6262.

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SIAMP UK appoints Alex Holcroft as managing director

September 7, 2026

SIAMP has appointed of Alex Holcroft as managing director. His appointment marks a return to SIAMP UK, where he previously spent more than two years as product manager between 2017 and 2019.

Holcroft worked as sales director at Woodland Furniture Group, where his role involved supporting the company’s commercial development through customer acquisition, product strategy and the development of new market opportunities.

With a career that spanned sales, commercial management, product development and go-to-market strategy, Holcroft succeeds Ashley Shires, who has led SIAMP UK for 14 years and has played a pivotal role in establishing and developing the SIAMP brand within the UK market.

Jérôme Michel, CEO of SIAMP commented: “SIAMP and I would like to express our thanks to Ashley. His dedication, his leadership and his competence made a significant contribution to the business and established a solid foundation for SIAMP brand in the UK.”

Commenting on the leadership transition, Holcroft said: “After 14 years with SIAMP UK, I’m incredibly proud of what we have achieved and of the position the business is in today. I’d like to sincerely thank our customers, partners and everyone I’ve worked with over the years for their trust, support and friendship, as well as the SIAMP UK team for their hard work and commitment.

“It has been a privilege to lead the business and to see the SIAMP brand develop in the UK. I’m delighted to be handing over to Alex, who knows both SIAMP and the industry extremely well, and I wish him and the whole team every success as they take the business forward into its next chapter.”

In his new role, Alex will lead the SIAMP UK team as the business enters its next phase of development, with a focus on sustainable &profitable growth, further strengthening SIAMP’s position within the UK market.

Working closely with the UK team and wider SIAMP Group, his focus will be on strengthening existing customer relationships, developing new opportunities and ensuring SIAMP continues to respond to the evolving needs of the UK market. This will include building on SIAMP’s established product offering through new product development and opportunities, alongside evolving the company’s marketing approach to further strengthen brand awareness and market presence.

Holcroft concludes: “I’m delighted to be returning to SIAMP UK and excited by the opportunity to lead the business into its next phase. SIAMP has a strong reputation within the market, and I’m looking forward to working with the team to build on those foundations, develop new opportunities and deliver sustainable growth while continuing to provide the products, service and support our customers expect.”

For further information call 0161 681 2120 www.siamp.com

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Cyncly appoints Steve Warfield as chief customer officer

September 7, 2026

Provider of AI-driven software, Cyncly, has appointed Steve Warfield as chief customer officer (CCO). Leading Cyncly’s global customer organisation, Warfield will take responsibility for the customer experience, including onboarding, enablement, customer support, and customer success.

Warfield recently served as vice president of customer service and technical support at Zendesk, a leading customer experience software provider. In his new role, he will focus on delivering a consistent and connected experience across Cyncly’s entire software portfolio, helping customers understand how the company’s software can benefit them.

Anand Krishnan, chief executive officer at Cyncly, said: “Our customers choose Cyncly because our specialised software helps them run more efficient, profitable businesses. The experience and support we provide are a vital part of that equation.

“Steve has spent his career building and transforming world-class customer organisations. He brings deep operational expertise, a clear-eyed focus on customer health, and a genuine drive to help the businesses we serve achieve real, measurable outcomes. We are happy to welcome him to Cyncly.”

Warfield brings more than 20 years of customer operations leadership in complex, fast-growing B2B SaaS and enterprise software environments. He has a proven track record of scaling global teams, improving customer experience, and maintaining customer loyalty through clear operating models, strong execution, and the thoughtful deployment of new technology.

Steve Warfield said: “Cyncly has an incredible breadth of products, deep industry expertise, and strong customer relationships across markets.

“There is a clear opportunity here to bring all our capabilities together for an experience that is personal, proactive, and remarkably simple. The goal is to help customers find the right solution the first time, gain value from their technology faster, and reach the expertise they need without friction. Ultimately, I believe our customer organization can become a true competitive differentiator for Cyncly by combining the intimacy and partnership of a smaller business with the capabilities, technology, and scale of a global market leader.” 

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New Artemis shower cubicle from Kinedo for compact spaces

September 3, 2026

Kinedo has expanded its shower cubicle range with the introduction of Artemis, a compact solution designed for smaller living spaces, including mobile homes, caravans, holiday lodges, park homes and modular buildings.

Developed as a complete showering package, Artemis is designed for quick installation and easy maintenance, while its contemporary styling complements a range of interiors. The cubicle package includes a choice of black or white profile, durable 70mm white shower tray, mechanical shower valve, pivot door, a 90mm outlet waste with polished stainless-steel cover.

Internal white Kinewall panels are supplied as standard, and these are pre-drilled for rapid installation, helping to reduce installation time on site.

Available in sizes from 800mm x 800mm to 1200mm x 800mm and heights from 1980 to 2070 mm, Artemis suits a variety of spaces and can be personalised with Kinedo’s range of Kinewall decorative wall panels.

Designed with both installers and end users in mind, the Artemis delivers a practical, high-quality showering solution for projects where space is at a premium, without compromising on comfort, functionality or contemporary design

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MERLYN launch new ARYSTO Sleek Bathscreens

September 1, 2026

The UK and Ireland’s shower brand, MERLYN, has introduced new bathscreens to extend their popular ARYSTO Sleek collection. The new over bath configuration consists of a frameless two panel 8 mm bath-screen with attractive hinge detailing and are available in 900 x 1500mm.

Offering practical options for installers, retailers and specifiers, these bathscreens are available in a choice of Chrome, Brushed Brass, Brushed Nickel, Brushed Gun Metal and Matt Black finishes.

Featuring a toughened safety glass of 8mm and Mershied Stayclear protected glass this new product delivers a quality finish and high-level specification.

The bathscreens are fitted with an intuitive quick fit system and are reversible, allowing for simple installation, and are supported by MERLYN’s lifetime guarantee.

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Scudo launches Edition 22 to inspire retailers

September 1, 2026

Scudo Bathrooms, the bathroom brand by Harrison Bathrooms, has launched its latest Edition 22 brochure, featuring a host of new products, alongside expanded ranges to its portfolio.

The new edition has been developed with a focus on giving retailers greater choice, with further additions to some of Scudo’s best-selling collections and new options designed to reflect changing consumer tastes and bathroom trends.

The new brochure introduces an expanded mix of furniture, showering, baths, brassware, and accessories, with colour and texture playing an important role across the collection. New introductions include walnut furniture, coloured freestanding baths, new vanity ranges, and matt white slate-effect shower trays. Edition 22 has been compiled, with an emphasis on one-stop, complete bathroom design, offering freedom to combine colour, texture and finish to create bathrooms with depth and individuality.

The new brochure opens with a retailer-friendly, inspiring design trends section. Edition 22 supports both retailers and consumers with styling guidance, mood-boards, and inspirational imagery. All part of the brands’ commitment to delivering affordable, stylish and luxurious bathrooms which combine modern innovation with quality and functionality.

At the heart of Edition 22 is Colour by Scudo, bringing complementary finishes across the bathroom under the principle One Colour. One Bathroom. One Brand. From brushed brass and brushed nickel to matt black, brushed bronze, gunmetal and bright chrome, the collection makes it easier to carry a consistent finish throughout the entire bathroom.

Hayley Bowman, Marketing Director, says: “Edition 22 is about giving people more opportunity to create a bathroom that feels individual. We’ve listened to our customers, looked closely at sales data and developed some of our best-selling ranges through new colours, finishes, materials and coordinated product design, while retaining everything retailers already know and love about Scudo.

The new brochure captures where we want to take the brand. It’s an invitation to be more creative with the bathroom and shows how the right combination of products, colours and finishes can transform an everyday space into something much more inspiring.”

Scudo Edition 22 is available now through Scudo’s network of bathroom retailers across the UK and Ireland.

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Bathroom Association renews support for construction charity CRASH

September 1, 2026

The Bathroom Association has named CRASH as its charity partner for the 2026 Connect Conference, renewing a relationship first established at the Association’s annual conference in 2023.

Funds will be raised through the charity raffle at the conference gala dinner, held at the Grand Hotel, Birmingham, on Thursday 8 October.

CRASH has been the UK construction industry’s charity since 1996. For three decades, CRASH has supported homelessness charities and hospices to undertake vital building projects by drawing on the professional expertise, construction products and financial support provided by companies and individuals across the industry.

Its work transforms hostels, day centres, night shelters and move-on accommodation for people experiencing homelessness. CRASH also helps create welcoming, practical environments where children and adults receiving hospice care can spend precious time with their families.

The charity’s collaborative model closely reflects the theme of this year’s Connect Conference, ‘Stronger Together’, which will examine how greater cooperation across the bathroom sector can support innovation, raise standards and build a stronger, more resilient marketplace.

Amy Kirk, Marketing and Events Director at the Bathroom Association, said: “We supported CRASH at our conference in 2023 and saw how strongly its work resonated with our members. Returning to the charity this year felt particularly appropriate.

“CRASH demonstrates what can be achieved when an industry brings together its knowledge, products, contacts and financial support behind a shared purpose. That principle sits at the heart of our ‘Stronger Together’ theme.

“Our gala dinner is always an opportunity for the bathroom community to come together, and we hope delegates will support the raffle generously and help CRASH continue creating places that make a lasting difference to people’s lives.”

Trisha Pickersgill, Chief Executive at CRASH, said: “We are incredibly grateful to the Bathroom Association for choosing to support CRASH through its 2026 Connect Conference. It is particularly fitting that the Thirty Under Thirty Awards are supporting CRASH in our 30th anniversary year, as we celebrate three decades of constructing places that care for people and transforming lives through the power of the construction industry.”

“The generosity of companies and individuals across the construction and bathroom industries enables us to help homelessness charities and hospices navigate complex and costly building projects. Their support brings together vital funding, specialist knowledge and construction products to create safe, caring environments for people when they need them most.

“We look forward to working with the Association and its members and showing what our industries can achieve when we work together.”

The Bathroom Association Connect Conference will bring together businesses and professionals from across the bathroom supply chain for a day of market insight, discussion and networking.

The daytime programme includes keynote speaker Jez Rose; Rebecca Larkin, Head of Construction Research at the Construction Products Association; Dr Vanessa Brady OBE, founder and CEO of the Society of British and International Interior Design; entrepreneur and manufacturer Rob Law MBE; and a panel discussion examining skills shortages and competence across bathroom installation and plumbing.

The conference will be followed by a black-tie gala dinner, hosted by comedian Alun Cochrane. Alongside the CRASH charity raffle, the evening will include the presentation of the Bathroom Association’s 2026 Thirty-under-Thirty Awards.

For further information about the Connect Conference, and to book tickets, visit bathroom-association.org.uk/cc2026.

To learn more about CRASH and its work, visit crash.org.uk.

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BetteUltra Space – Generous design for accessible bathrooms

September 1, 2026

Good bathroom design needs to balance ease of use with considered aesthetics. With BetteUltra Space, Bette combines a generous 120 × 120 cm showering area with flush-to-floor installation to support accessible and barrier-free bathroom layouts.

The spacious shower tray provides increased room for movement, while its flush installation creates a seamless transition between the showering area and the rest of the bathroom. The result is a practical approach to bathroom planning that maintains a clean, contemporary appearance.

Made from Bette’s glazed titanium steel, BetteUltra Space is designed to provide a durable, hygienic, and long-lasting showering surface. Its slim profile and precise geometry allow the tray to integrate into a range of bathroom schemes from residential bathrooms to hospitality environments.

Sven Rensinghoff, head of marketing & product management at Bette GmbH & Co. KG: “At Bette, we believe practical solutions should go hand in hand with good design. Accessibility should not mean compromising on the look and feel of a modern bathroom. Instead, features that support freedom of movement and long-term usability can be integrated seamlessly into the overall design.

“BetteUltra Space reflects this approach, bringing together generous space, accessibility and contemporary design in one carefully considered showering solution. As bathrooms increasingly need to accommodate changing needs and lifestyles, solutions that combine practical benefits with a seamless aesthetic can help create spaces that work well both today and in the future.”

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VitrA advances smart bathroom technology with V-Care 3

September 1, 2026

As consumer expectations of the bathroom continue to evolve, smart technology is playing an increasingly important role in the sector. VitrA’s V-Care 3 models reflect this shift, combining intelligent functionality, personalised comfort and enhanced hygiene in a new generation of smart toilets designed for everyday use.

Ruth Davies, VitrA UK, marketing director, said: “With V-Care 3 smart toilets, we wanted to make smart bathroom technology more intuitive, accessible and relevant to everyday life. Rather than introducing technology for technology’s sake, we’ve focused on features that genuinely enhance comfort, hygiene and personalisation. The ability to create individual user profiles, combined with intelligent controls, voice activation and advanced cleaning functions, allows V-Care 3 to deliver a tailored experience for every user while supporting the growing demand for connected, future-ready bathrooms.”

The collection comprises three models – V-Care 3 Base, V-Care 3 Core and V-Care 3 Prime- offering a clear specification choice for retailers and installers across different project requirements and budgets. Available in both wall-hung and back-to-wall formats, V-Care 3 toilets can be specified across everything from compact bathroom refurbishments to high-end new-build developments.

At the heart of V-Care 3 is a focus on intuitive control. Users can access features through a responsive remote control, integrated side panel or the dedicated V-Care mobile app. The app enables personalised user profiles, allowing water temperature, spray pressure, and washing and drying preferences to be saved. Voice control functionality further enhances convenience, creating a tailored experience for every member of the household.

Comfort and wellbeing are central to the V-Care 3 experience, with features including a heated seat, soft illumination and adjustable cleansing functions. Across the range, VitrA’s vortex flush technology is designed to provide powerful, quiet and splash-free performance.

Sustainability and accessibility are also incorporated in the V-Care 3 range. Power-saving modes, energy-efficient ambient lighting and a high-efficiency flush system are designed to help reduce energy and water consumption, while automated functions and intuitive controls support ease of use and more inclusive design.

By combining smart technology with practical functionality, V-Care 3 illustrates how intelligent bathroom products can support comfort, hygiene and independence while remaining straightforward to use.

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