Everyone loves a good cup of coffee, and the Miele Nespresso integrated coffee maker prepares a great cup of coffee every time. Slot a coffee capsule into this state-of-the-art machine, and experience a superb cup of your favourite coffee. This machine is even capable of producing a genuine, fine “cremosa” froth on top of your brew. We have one of these in our showroom, and recommend this product personally!

And speaking of coffee, the Icebox (right) can turn your kitchen into an internet café overnight. A fully featured TV and CD player, the Icebox also provides internet access from your kitchen, and can be supplied freestanding, or mounted under a wall unit. Check email, or find a recipe online, supervise homework, listen to music, or keep up with your favourite TV or radio programme. Most importantly, the Icebox screen flips up and out of the way, and the keyboard is water and splash proof and can be rinsed under the tap.

Hard floors are all the rage, and never more so than in the kitchen. If you haven”t looked at the Amtico range (left) in a while, you may be surprised by the huge choice of traditional, classic and contemporary designs, with coordinating borders and trims that create a truly individual floor. The full range offers realistic reproductions of natural materials, and innovative modern designs from glass to metallics.

Amtico have introduced a choice of surface textures with practical and aesthetic benefits, with the same simple maintenance as before. Amtico floors are water-resistant, non-allergenic, long-life, low-maintenance and guaranteed against wear-out for 20 years. No other flooring product offers the same benefits, as well as being a recognised and desirable brand that will add value to your home.

Over the years, we have seen all kinds of lighting systems come and go. The latest crop of German-made, energy saving bulbs contain a compact fluorescent lamp that gives off a cool white light, and can be used in wide variety of situations. With no transformers to conceal, these lighting systems are easier to install and maintain. Bulbs have an average life of 6000 hours, and are push-to-fit, which means quick and easy maintenance for you, and bright, white light when you need it.

Less glamorous, but no less vital in these “green” times, a well-designed kitchen bin will help keep you organised for all those kerbside collections and trips to the recycling centre. The Hafele Euro Cargo (below) is our current favourite, with its quality components and roomy sorting bins. It can even be opened by a pedal, mounted at plinth height, when your hands are full.

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