WHAT MAKES 100%?

My friend Jon, emailed this to me this morning and I thought it would make you smile too...

What makes 100%?  What does it mean to give MORE than 100%?  Ever wonder about those people who say they are giving more than 100%?  Have you ever been asked to give more than 100%?  How about achieving 103%?  What makes up 100% in life?

Here's a little mathmathical formula that may help you answer these questions: If

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z is representated as

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 & 26, then...

H-A-R-D-W-O-R-K

8+1+18+4+23+15+18+11 = 98%

K-N-O-W-L-E-D-G-E

11+14+15+23+12+5+4+7+5 = 96%

A-T-T-I-T-U-D-E

1+20+20+9+20+21+4+5 = 100%

B-U-L-L-S-H-I-T

2+21+12+12+19+8+9+20 = 103%

...and look how far ass kissing will take you...

A-S-S-K-I-S-S-I-N-G

1+19+19+11+9+19+19+9+14+7 = 118%

So we can conclude with mathematical certainty, that whilst HARDWORK and KNOWLEDGE will get you close, and ATTITUDE will get you there - it's BULLSHIT and ASS KISSING that'll take you over the top!

At least we now know why some people are where they are!

S-BOX: THINKING OUTSIDE THE BOX

The S-Box™ is a revolutionary new concept for the kitchen and the home.

Simple to operate and cleverly creating new space in the surface of any worktop or cabinet, the S-Box™ collection provides a range of useful items that can be hidden from view, and presented only when needed with the touch of a finger.

No electrics, no gas struts… no hassle!



S-Box: Key Box Top & Collar - Stainless Steel £280



 

S-Box: Knife Box Top & Collar (excl. knives) - Stainless Steel £304



S-Box: Power Box (3 Sockets) Top & Collar - Stainless Steel £265

 

 

S-Box: iPod Dock Box Top & Collar (excl. iPod) - Stainless Steel £345



S-Box: Power Box (2 Sockets + 2 USB) Top & Collar - Stainless Steel £305

S-Box: Spice Box Top & Collar (incls Jars) - Stainless Steel £280

  

This first S-Box™ range is a practical and stylish way to increase the storage space in your Kitchen and with a carefully selected range of products and contents to suit every taste, enables your kitchen to look clean, clutter-free and well presented.

Maximising otherwise wasted space towards the rear of the cabinet or within the voids in a kitchen island, S-Boxes™ can be easily installed and add value and innovation to any kitchen design.

Described as the most innovative development the kitchen market has seen since the soft-close drawer, the S-Box™ is set to become the next must-have accessory in every household and it's available with an IKD Kitchens' kitchen refurbishment - just ask during your free no obligation home design consultation with Ian.

Prices include VAT, but exclude delivery or installation.

IT COULDN'T BE DONE

Somebody said that it couldn’t be done,

But, he with a chuckle replied

That "maybe it couldn’t" but he would be one

Who wouldn’t say so till he’d tried.

So he buckled right in with the trace of a grin on his face.

If he worried he hid it.

He started to sing as he tackled the thing

That couldn’t be done, and he did it.

Somebody scoffed: "Oh, you’ll never do that;

At least no one has done it";

But he took off his coat and he took off his hat,

And the first thing we knew he’d begun it.

With a lift of his chin and a bit of a grin,

Without any doubting or quiddit,

He started to sing as he tackled the thing

That couldn’t be done, and he did it.

There are thousands to tell you it cannot be done,

There are thousands to prophesy failure;

There are thousands to point out to you one by one,

The dangers that wait to assail you.

But just buckle it in with a bit of a grin,

Just take off your coat and go to it;

Just start to sing as you tackle the thing

That "couldn’t be done," and you’ll do it.

 

By Edgar Albert Guest

 

 

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.

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.

REPAIRABLE WORKTOPS

Many people believe granite worktops are the ultimate kitchen worktop surface available, but they'd not necessarily be right.

Don't get me wrong, compared to laminate, it's as tough as old boots, but it's not entirely indestructible.  Wine, lemon, vinegar will all eat granite for breakfast.  Granite can also be chipped and scratched if you're determined or unlucky enough. 

Of course you can put a hot saucepan down on granite, whereas it would utterly destroy a laminate top.  So what can you do if you want a worktop more durable, but cheaper, than granite?  How would you like a repairable worktop?  I'm guessing a lot of people with children have just started paying a lot more attention to this article.

The answer is Apollo® Slab Tech worktop, and at IKD Kitchens we can supply and install all of the Apollo® Slab Tech 30mm Solid Surfaces, as they are simply a superior product with an exceptional after sales and care service.

Apollo® Slab Tech is a revolutionary new 30mm solid surface worktop, and is a unique product in today’s luxury worktop market, having all the attributes of solid surface along with the highly desirable appearance of quartz.

> Solid 30mm - no underframe

> Easy to install - no sealing required

> Seamless joints using revolutionary new glue

> Appearance of quartz

> Ideal for high traffic areas such as the kitchen

> Homogenous and non porous

> Mold & mildew resistant

> Tough stains can be buffed away

> Accidental damage can be repaired

> Ideal for worktops, vanity tops or cladding

> Option of integrated solid surface sinks

> FIRA approved, BS6222 Part 3 1999 for durability

> 10 year Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty

To view the entire range of Apollo Slab Tech surfaces, please come and visit our kitchen showroom, or call Karan on 01536 415280 to book your free no obligation home design consultation, and we'll bring the samples to you! 

Why pay for granite that will chip when you can spend less and have a repairable surface?  It's your call...