matt – The Interiors Addict

Cabot make it easy to get the stylish matt look that lasts

Cabot have added an all-new matt finish to their popular CFP Water Based range, providing homeowners with an easy way to get the natural timber look without sacrificing durability.

Cabot’s CFP Water Based in Matt is an easy-to-apply clear flooring polyurethane, which provides incredibly durable and hardwearing protection for timber floors.

Suitable for all interior timber, parquetry and cork flooring, Cabot’s CFP Water Based is perfect for those areas exposed to scuffing and high traffic, such as hallways, kitchens and living areas; delivering exceptional resistance to stains and scratches.

Like the sheen and gloss finishes already available, Cabot’s CFP Water Based in Matt is fast and easy to apply, without the need for sanding on pre-coated timber floors. It’s low odour and quick to dry, allowing users to recoat after only three hours and get the job done in less than a day. And because the water-based finish is non-yellowing, the floors will look their beautiful best for longer.

Cabot’s CFP Water Based in Matt is available from leading hardware stores in 1l, 4l and 10l cans. For more product information, how-to guides and stockists, visit their website.

Inspired by the recent EuroCucina in Milan, Freedom Kitchens have been quick to introduce new kitchen products to the Australian market, taking on these global trends but with an Aussie spin!

“A major source of inspiration for our team is EuroCucina,” says Jenny O’Connell, Freedom Kitchens store planning and design manager. “It’s the largest kitchen trade fair of its kind, showcasing global trends in kitchen design. With our factory located locally here in Australia, Freedom Kitchens has the advantage of quickly turning concepts into reality, keeping Australian homes on-trend with the rest of the world.”

For Freedom Kitchens, the first trend you’ll be seeing is their matt cabinetry; something with has proved extremely popular in Europe for its timeless, sophisticated finish. “Advancements in technology mean that fingerprints, often associated with matt cabinetry, may now be a thing of the past,” says Jenny. “Our new range is available in a stunning colour palette and will suit those seeking a contemporary, high-end designer look.”

Timber is also proving very on-trend, with its application extending far beyond cabinet doors. “No part of the kitchen is immune to timber at the moment with shelving, benchtops, doors and drawers all receiving a timber makeover. The options are endless when you start to play around with various timber, texture and colour combinations.”

Moody colours and metallic accents are similarly getting a mention, with the moody palette of black, dark greys and blues juxtaposed with shiny accents dominating European catwalks and homewares – a sure-fire sign, suggests Jenny, that kitchens will follow suit. “The new range of classic bold colours provide a neutral base that works well with glamorous metallic accents, such as handles and lighting in silver and copper.”

Clean lines and quartz surfaces round-up Freedom Kicthen’s trends for the second half of 2014, with streamlined, handle-less cabinetry and easy to maintain Ceasarstone benchtops becoming the must-haves in modern kitchens.

To view the latest product range and kitchen displays, visit your local Freedom Kitchens showroom. For a free, in-home kitchen design appointment, head to their website or call 1800 113 733.