A Step by Step have added several new beds to their current range. The Easy Stack Rest Bed is designed to be lightweight and easy to stack. The bed has a sturdy metal frame, smooth round plastic corners and a breathable mesh cover. It measures 30(w) x 52(d) x 20(h) cm and is priced 29.95 each or Pounds 249.50 for ten; a saving of 50. The range also includes a Rest Mattress, that is made from fire retardant materials with a vinyl covering and folds into three for easy storage. It measures 122(w) x 61(d) x 6(h) cm and is priced 19.95. A machine-washable Rest Bed Sheet has elasticated corners to prevent slipping and is priced 7.99.
* Telephone 08451 252550
Q I have received a grant towards refurbishing the washroom used by our pre-school children. Can you supply me with any contacts who could help make this area bright and interesting?
A Armitage Shanks Disney collection offers a good solution to what you are looking for. The Disney character, Mickey Mouse, features heavily on its sanitary ware. The Disney basin is shaped in the silhouette of the mouse, with the ears forming soap dishes. A selection of brass ware with 'Mickey'
handles and a Disney mirror are also available to order. The Disney WCs are sold in various sizes for ages three years upwards. Bright red handrails can be provided for disabled children. JTelephone 01543 490253 You could also try Armitage-Venesta, which has been chosen by Leapfrog Day Nurseries, one of the largest providers of childcare, to supply children's washroom systems. The company has two dedicated children's washrooms - Lollipop and Genesis- both of which have a safety hinge on the doors to avoid trapped fingers.
* Telephone 01474 353333
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