Refurbishment and Restore Issue 11 2018 | Page 28

Bathrooms & Kitchens HEADS UP ON SOLUTION TO ACCESS SHARE OF £420M REVENUE Improving bathroom facilities is one of the top- and easiest- methods of opening business doors to a £420million spend. A new report into disability by the Papworth Trust claims that revenue figure is what disabled people spend each week. The report also lists the top 10 barriers to access outside the home: the list includes bathroom facilities- layout, location and size. Maxtop Quartz Surfaces Maxtop Quartz is a groundbreaking product that combines the beauty of natural stone with engineered enhancements to deliver a lightweight surface that is stronger than traditional stone and significantly easier to install. It is manufactured with a patented polypropylene interior honeycomb core which provides enhanced impact resistance, lightweight ergonomics and waterproof qualities. The innovative surface has the advantage of a 40mm depth, as well as an 8mm solid quartz edge to provide the perfect, uninterrupted finish to any kitchen. While solid stone worktop solutions require around a 3-4 week wait to be ready to fit from the time of order, Maxtop Quartz surfaces are available for immediate sale and installation. The worktop is supplied from stock to site and can be fitted with the equipment used for laminate worktops, further simplifying the installation process. For more information visit the newly launched Maxtop website www.maxtopquartz.co.uk or call 0161 224 0333. KITCHENETTES 28 - www.refurbandrestore.co.uk Closomat is uniquely positioned to help address the problem. “Can you afford to exclude up to 20% of the population? That is how many people are registered disabled,” explains Robin Tuffley, Closomat marketing manger. “However, Regulations, particularly with regard to accessible toilet provision- were not developed and written by people with limitations. In reality, the majority need more space- for the wheelchair, and/or a carer, additional equipment- such as a hoist or changing bench, particularly as mobility is now perhaps the biggest challenge facing disabled people. Closomat is Britain’s leading installer of assisted accessible away from home toilets, including hygiene rooms, Changing Places and Space to Change facilities. Closomat is also unique in, in-house, being able to offer a complete CDM compliant package, encompassing design advice, supply, install, commissioning and service/ maintenance. www.clos-o-mat.com