Encraft has launched new low-threshold uPVC doors. They are meant to help the disabled, elderly and wheelchair-bound as well as children in prams. They can be used with carpeted, tiled or wooden floors. Non-slip inserts in the sliding door threshold ensure a safe grip in wet conditions. Price: Varies between ₹800 and ₹1,500. As the product is customised, final price depends on the type of glass and other materials used.
For home sweet home
Stitchwood, an online furniture store, has launched sofa sets. They are specially designed and can be customised as well. Price: ₹47,999-1.95 lakh
VitrA, a Turkish brand of bathroom fittings, has launched its bathtubs, faucets and bathroom furniture named T4. Price: ₹22,400 for item seen here
No smoking
Carysil has launched the Tango Duo Chimney. It comes with a double side touch control panel and a remote control. The suction capacity is 1000m3/hr. Price: ₹99,250
Cool proposition
H&R Johnson (India) has launched Johnson Endura Cool Roof SRI (Solar Reflective Index) Tiles. They are meant to keep the harsh rays of the sun off the building and bounce them back into the atmosphere, keeping the place cool, and help reduce the load on ACs or coolers. They claim to reduce surface temperature by 10-20 degrees Celsius. The tiles are offered in matte finish which makes them anti-skid, and can be used in areas such as building roofs, balconies, terraces, pavements and exterior facades’ cladding. Price: ₹650 per 67 sq. ft. in Maharashtra.