Wednesday, 11 May 2011

ROK TEX Contour Sink Collection


Astracast ROK TEX Contour Sink Collection
Volcanic Black Slate Effect

Introducing the outstanding new ROK TEX Contour Sink Collection by Astracast, for customers who expect more. 

ROK TEX is an industry first, pioneering new granite ROK material.  The surface is textured which gives the sink a beautiful contemporary slate effect.  In addition, metallic particles are added during the manufacturing process, giving the sink a glisten, which is intensified under light.

As well as its stunning good looks, ROK TEX sinks benefit from A LIFETIME GUARANTEE.

Features & Benefits:

> Spacious main bowl in 1.0 sink, which is ideal for washing large non-dishwasher items such as grill trays and woks.

> Recessed drainer, which is ideal for minimising spills.

> Complimentary range of accessories are available, which include a bowl grid, a colander (suitable for the 1.5 bowl only) and a chopping/drainer board.

> ROK Metallic Volcano Black finish

> Available in 1.0 or 1.5 bowl variants.

> 20 Year Guarantee. 

In addition to the impressive Features & Benefits, you will also be interested to learn that all ROK TEX sinks are resistant to the following:

Thermal Shock: Can withstand repeated cycles of hot and cold water without effect.

Scratches: Withstands everyday knocks and bumps without chipping or marking. The finish of the sink will remain for the lifetime of the product.

Chemicals: Due to its innovative molecular structure, ROK TEX is resistant to all commonly used household chemicals.

Stains: Even the worst stains, such as red wine and beetroot, can be wiped away easily with a cloth.

Water & Light:  ROK TEX sinks will not discolour in direct sunlight or water, or whiten over time.

The price for the Contour 1.0 bowl, including VAT: £490

The price for the Contour 1.5 bowl, including VAT: £540

We would be equally delighted to include this sink in your new kitchen design and refurbishment, or as a stand alone supply only product for our trade and DIY customers.  Call Karan now on (01536) 415280, or pop into our kitchen showroom to discuss this stunning new product in more detail.

Monday, 9 May 2011

GOD BLESS THE CARCASS!

Poor old kitchen carcasses, they don't get any of the glamour or the glory, but they are truly the keystone for any kitchen. 

Ask yourself this: if you go to the trouble of having your new kitchen designed and installed - perhaps with expensive granite worktops, a gorgeous new sink and lots of super whizzy gadgets - but you've scrimped on cheap and nasty carcasses: what happens when those cheap and nasty carcasses fall apart?  Which they will.  The worktop, sink and gadets have all got to be taken out, so that you can do it properly next time.  Hmmm, sounds fun.

We don't mess about with cheap and nasty.  Even our Rapide+ budget kitchens range has 15mm carcasses as standard, that come with a 5 year warranty, so you will always have peace of mind.  Ordinarily however, IKD only deal with 18mm+ carcasses, simply because we believe your house will fall down before they will - they are seriously that strong and robust.

For those of you interested enough in kitchen carcasses, we thought you might like to have a look at our standard carcass specification.  Bespoke carcasses (i.e.: solid oak etc) are available, but the majority of kitchen refurbishments for family homes enjoy these benefits...

> 18mm melamine face chipboard

> All visible edges lipped.

> 90° clip-on hinges on all units except 900 x 900 corner base which uses a 180° hinge and splay units, which are supplied with a special 30° hinge.

> 720mm & 900mm wall units supplied with 2 shelves, one only in 575mm wall units.

> Fastfit cam and pins and wooden dowels for easy assembly

> Centre rails in all double module units

> Available in drawer line or high line options

> Fully adjustable legs on all base units

> Fully adjustable all metal wall hanging brackets

>18mm backs on all base units and 8mm backs on wall units and tall units.

> Carcasses are fully colour co-ordinated

> Extensive range of sizes

> Special sizes available

> Metal shelf supports

> 42mm back recess on all base units and 34mm recess on tall units.

> All units can be supplied boxed in flat pack form or supplied rigid

> All products available on a 6 working day lead time

> Continuous plinths in 2940mm lengths available for all finishes

> 12 colours of carcass finish

> Available with metal sided or full extension soft close drawers

> Soft close hinge attachment available as accessory

> All base carcasses 720mm high plus 150mm legs

> Tall units available in 1825mm, 1970mm or 2150mm heights as standard

> Dressers available in 1065mm, 1210mm or 1390mm heights as standard

IKD also provide a full design and supply only service for trade and DIY, so please contact Karan on (01536) 415280 with your sales enquiry; we'd be delighted to help you.