Retail Observer

RETAILOBSERVER.COM OCTOBER 2016 54 BATHED IN COLOR Victoria + Albert baths introduces six new external finishes for 2016 New for 2016, Victoria + Albert has introduced a popular range of external color tones to help consumers and designers coordinate their bathroom décor, and embody a particular style. In addition to their original high-gloss white ENGLISHCAST ® finish, the brand is now offering six distinctive new external finishes including: Gloss Black, Anthracite, Stone Grey, Light Grey, Matte Black and Matte White. Each finish is multi-layered using a special catalyzed paint, and hand polished between applications, resulting in an exceptional depth and lustre that is considerably more durable than hand painted surfaces. Now, classic shades of grey and warm dark tones are available on Victoria + Albert's entire line of freestanding tubs, ba¬sins and vanity furniture. Designers looking to convey the trending rustic, industrial look are opting for neutral colors–such as crisp white, glam gray, and rich black–to create a bathroom that looks clean, calm, and collected. Midtone neutrals like Stone or Light Grey strikes a happy balance between strong and soft that works in the bathroom. The overall look is natural and elegant, which the mind associates with spaciousness. Make a strong state¬ment with Victoria + Albert's bold new dark tones: Gloss Black and Anthracite, sure to enliven any space. Using a standout dark tone will make a neutral bathroom memorable - because "anything goes with black." The Matte finishes are also a first for Victoria + Albert – available in Matte White and Matte Black. With just the exterior of the bath being matte, the user can enjoy this style trend, and still benefit from the easy-clean internal white gloss of ENGLISHCAST ® . For more information visit www.vandabaths.com/us/americas. EXTEND THE POSSIBILITIES MCN's new extend collection offers a bold vision of modern design MCN European Enterprises stretches the boundaries of plumbing design with its latest collection – Extend. With a distinctive minimalist vibe and strong geometric lines, the Extend series brings a fresh look to a contemporary aesthetic. The star of this collection is the stunning Wide Spread Faucet. The silhouette of the faucet itself is sleek and sophisticated, while the handles offer a singular mix of flat edges and curved profiles. The overall effect is both dramatic and striking—an elegant complement to today's modern bathrooms. The Extend Collection features a variety of pieces to make it easy to create a coordinated look, including a Roman tub set with hand- held shower, a tub spout, and a variety of hardware for pressure balanced and thermostatic showers. Each piece is available in three beautiful finishes – Polished Chrome, Brushed Nickel and Polished Nickel. MCN faucets are found in fine plumbing showrooms nationwide, with retail prices ranging from $650 to $890. As with all MCN fixtures, the Extend Collection is designed and crafted to the highest standards of quality and excellence. With manufacturing facilities in Italy, MCN captures the essence of European style and is a true leader in a global market. For more information about the Extend Collection by MCN, go to www.mcnfaucets.com. P L U M B I N G [ N E W S ] RO

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