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AMA Research
have published the 9th edition of their full review of the ‘Bathroom
Market - UK 2006’ report. Incorporating original input and primary
research, it represents an up-to-date and informed review of this
market, giving excellent value for money. The report is available to
pre-order now for delivery in November, offering substantial discounts
off the list price and additional benefits.
The
report covers the following product sectors in detail:-
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BATHS
AND SANITARYWARE
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BRASSWARE
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BATHROOM
ACCESSORIES - Fittings/Panels/Heated Towel Rails/Other
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BATHROOM
FURNITURE - Fitted, Non-Fitted
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WHIRLPOOL
AND SPA BATHS
The report is
written by marketing professionals with experience of the bathroom
products industry, enabling us to provide a comprehensive and detailed
coverage of these changing markets.
The report
contains a detailed assessment of the markets with interpretation
of major developments and future trends including information that is
specific and relevant to the market - not just a broad collection of
Government statistics. Recent trends include:-
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The
growth of showers continues to impact on the bath sector with demand
for shower baths increasing, along with a growing trend of replacing
the bath with a shower enclosure where space is an issue.
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Sanitaryware and brassware suppliers are increasing their focus on
quality and design.
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Importers are gaining share in the UK market, with mostly Middle
East and Far East importers targeting the lower mid-end of the
market and European importers offering higher quality products.
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The
furniture sector has experienced growth in recent years with product
development focusing on both stylish and functional storage
solutions.
Key
areas of coverage in the report include:-
BATHS
AND SANITARYWARE
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Market
size by volume and value, rates of change, trends and forecasts.
Key influences in the market and future prospects. Household
penetration levels.
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Import and
export trends, growing influence of imports across all sectors of
the market.
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Sales by
sector, e.g. new build and replacement purchases.
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Mix of baths and
sanitaryware sales and trends. Product trends by material, design
and colour.
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Review of
the commercial sector.
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Market
shares, key companies and market positions.
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Distribution share of sales including merchants, DIY and bathroom
specialists.
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Key
distribution channel trends and companies per channel.
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Installation and specification - DIY versus professional, installer
influence etc.
BRASSWARE
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Market
size by volume and value, rate of change, trends and forecasts.
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Import and
export trends.
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Sales by
sector, e.g. new build and replacement purchases.
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Basin/bath/sink mix and product trends by type, finish and design.
Ceramic disc prospects and growth of thermostatic mixers.
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Supply
structure with market shares and key companies.
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Key
distribution channel shares, trends and companies per channel.
ACCESSORIES
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Market
size by product group - fittings, toilet seats, bath panels,
splashbacks, heated towel rails, scales and mirrors.
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Products
trends by material and design. Influence of the growth of en-suites
and other market sectors.
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Market shares and
key companies. Review of strengths by sector, distribution and
market positions.
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Channels
of distribution - DIY, mail order, department stores, bathroom shops
and merchants.
FURNITURE
- FITTED & NON-FITTED
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Market
size, growth trends and future prospects.
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Product
trends and likely market developments. Influence of the
sanitaryware trends on the furniture sector.
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Main
suppliers, including market positions and strengths.
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Channels
of distribution, their changing role, influence of the contract
market.
WHIRLPOOLS
AND SPAS
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Market
size for Whirlpool/Spa systems in volume/value.
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Product
trends and key influences in the market.
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Main
suppliers, including market positions and strengths.
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Channels
of distribution, channel trends and future prospects
The report
contains over 110 pages and over 40 tables/charts of original research
and comment into The UK Bathroom Industry, providing an independent and
incisive view into this fast-changing market.
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