BLANCO is one of the leading manufacturers of solutions for household kitchens: >> >> Upmarket kitchen sinks in Stainless Steel, SILGRANIT & Ceramic Upmarket mixer taps >> Waste systems (not available in SA) BLANCO was founded in 1925 by Heinrich Blanc as Blanc & Co. Holding almost 70% of the company s shares, BLANCO now belongs to the E.G.O Blanc & Fischer group. The Blanc and Fischer families each own half of this group of companies. The Heinz Blanc family holds the remainder of the shares. Blanco is German based in Oberderdingen (Baden-Wüttemberg) in Kraichgau, which is known as the Baden Tuscany. The main production sites of Germany s other leading sink and mixer manufacturers are not far away. BLANCO maintains close contacts with its markets through its international subsidiaries and partners of many years standing. *Cover picture featuring BLANCO LEXA 6 S and BLANCO Yovis-S Mixer
SILGRANIT sinks The precious stone in the kitchen is identified by: - unbeatably easy to clean - unbeatable durability - patented hygiene protection formula BLANCO sinks made of SILGRANIT stand out thanks to the elegance of the beautiful colours and attractive designs. SILGRANIT consists of 80% granite, which makes it ideal for daily life in the kitchen. The stony-silky surface and very finely pored, closed surface create a soft stone-like character that is wonderful to the touch SILGRANIT PuraDur with the patented hygiene protection formula. Hygiene+Plus is a shield against dirt and bacteria, and makes cleaning easier. Thanks to the unique patented hygiene protection formula, SILGRANIT PuraDur II is antibacterial Tests confirm that the unique built-in hygiene protection reduces the growth of hygienically relevant bacteria by up to 98% Harmonious team: BLANCO mixer taps can be matched perfectly to the colour of the sink Outstanding ease of care Stain resistant Heat resistant to 280 C 100% suitable for food use Scratch resistant 100% Acid resistant SILGRANIT is non-fading - Even in direct sunlight Not all sinks displayed in mood pictures are available ex stock **Limited colours currently available in South Africa
BLANCO NAYA 8 S Tailored to suit your style BL00519654 R5,300 BL00516688 BL00519656 R5,300 BL00516689 BL00519657 R5,300 BL00516692 BL00519661 R5,300 BL00516697 (Available March 2015) Rock Grey BL00519655 R5,300 BL00518813
BLANCO LEXA 8 S -The BLANCO AXial concept BL00514716 R5,200 /190mm BL00516688 BL00514709 R5,200 /190mm BL00516689 BL00514710 R5,200 /190mm BL00515065 R5,200 /190mm Rock Grey BL00518865 R5,200 /190mm (Available March 2015) BL00516692 BL00516697 BL00518813
BLANCONOVA 5 S -The coloured sink at an affordable price BL00510461 R3,850 BLANCO NEA BL00519403 R2,836 BL00511697 R3,850 BLANCO NEA BL00519404 R2,836 BL00510484 R3,850 BLANCO NEA BL00519406 R2,836 BL00515018 R3,850 BLANCO NEA BL00519411 R2,836
BLANCO PLENTA -XXL capacity combined with XXL flexibility BL00514190 R4,965 Bowl Depth: 210mm Cabinet Size: 900mm BL00515333 BL00514191 R4,965 Bowl Depth: 210mm Cabinet Size: 900mm BL00515326 BL00514192 R4,965 Bowl Depth: 210mm Cabinet Size: 900mm BL00515327 BL00515067 R4,965 Bowl Depth: 210mm Cabinet Size: 900mm BL00515334 Cutting Board Draining Bowl Multifunctional Colander Plate Stack R4,320 BL00220561
BLANCO NAYA 6 Tailored to suit your style BL00519638 R3,440 Bowl Depth: 200mm BL00516688 R5,075 BL00519640 R3,440 Bowl Depth: 200mm BL00516689 R5,075 BL00519641 R3,440 Bowl Depth: 200mm BL00516692 R5,075 (Available March 2015) BL00519645 R3,440 Bowl Depth: 200mm Rock Grey BL00519639 R3,440 Bowl Depth: 200mm BL00516697 BL00518813 R5,075
BLANCO RONDO -The sink for individualists BL00511629 R3,400 Bowl Depth: 165mm BLANCO LINUS BL00516698 R4,316 BL00511704 R3,400 Bowl Depth: 165mm BLANCO LINUS BL00516699 R4,316 BL00511621 R3,400 Bowl Depth: 165mm BLANCO LINUS BL00516702 R4,316 (Available March 2015) COFFEE BL00515028 R3,400 Bowl Depth: 165mm Rock Grey BL00518910 R3,400 Bowl Depth: 165mm BLANCO LINUS BL00516707 BLANCO LINUS BL00518814 R4,316 R4,316
BLANCO SUBLINE 320-U -The designer line for undermount installation in SILGRANIT BL00518546 R4,600 Cabinet Size: 400mm BL00515333 BL00518547 R4,600 Cabinet Size: 400mm BL00515326 BL00518549 R4,600 Cabinet Size: 400mm BL00515327 BL00518554 R4,600 Cabinet Size: 400mm BL00515334
BLANCO SUBLINE 400-U -The designer line for undermount installation in SILGRANIT BL00518555 R4,700 BL00515333 BL00518556 R4,700 BL00515326 BL00518558 R4,700 BL00515327 BL00518563 R4,700 BL00515334 (Available March 2015) Rock Grey BL00518963 R4,700 BL00518809
BLANCO SUBLINE 500-U -The designer line for undermount installation in SILGRANIT BL00518564 R5,100 BL00515333 BL00518565 R5,100 BL00515326 BL00518567 R5,100 BL00515327 BL00518572 R5,100 BL00515334
BLANCO SUBLINE 350/350-U -The designer line for undermount installation in SILGRANIT BL00518591 R5,900 BL00515333 BL00518592 R5,900 BL00515326 BL00518594 R5,900 BL00515327 BL00518599 R5,900 BL00515334 Rock Grey BL00518960 R5,900 BL00518809 (Available March 2015)
BLANCO PANOR 60 CERAMIC Ceramic PuraPlus II -The most beautiful combination of nature and design Crystal BL00514486 R6,700 R9,126 BLANCO TRADON BL00515990 (Airfreight only) Sinks and bowls made of BLANCO Ceramic create a pleasant, homely atmosphere. They appeal for their flowing lines and glazed surfaces.blanco Ceramic blends happily both with traditional kitchens as well as modern desings - either to provide a contrast or to match existing colours and shapes, whichever is preferred. Modern production methods, special manufacturing techniques and the decades of experience of our skilled craftspeople ensure that the quality of our products remains consistently high. Walnut Chopping Board (Airfreight Only) R2,600.00
Sink Care Problem Solution Comments Routine cleaning- All grades and finishes BLANCOPOLISH or BLANCOACTIV applied with soft cloth or sponge. Rinse and wipe dry If possible, use a warm to hand-hot solution. A 5% addition of ammonia is beneficial Fingerprints- All finishes Pre-treat marks with alcohol or an organic solvent. Follow immediately with routine rleaning Minimise re-occurrence by applying a wax or silicone based household polish to the clean, dry surface Stubborn stains and discolouration- All finishes except coloured Stainless Steel. Use a small amount of a creamy paste of mild household abrasive cleaner on a cloth made wet with detergent solution as per routine cleaning. Rinse and dry Repeat several times rather than resorting to a single aggressive cleaning method. If some stubborn stains persist use a fine synthetic scourer pad instead of a cloth. Rub gently Lime scale deposits from hard water Prolonged soaking in a 25% vinegar solution or a 5% nitric acid solution. Periodically rub with a nylon bristled brush or fine synthetic scourer pad Can usually be prevented by regular routine cleaning. Do not allow excessive build-up before treating Grease, fats and oils- All finishes Wipe off excess with soft cloth or paper towel. Use a water-borne or water-soluble de-greasing agent followed by Routine cleaning Rust marks due to presence of or contact with ferrous materials If heavy, swab with a sponge moistened with a dilute (10-15%) solution of nitric acid (HN03). Follow by Routine Cleaning Avoid any contact of ferrous (iron) containing materials with Stainless Steel. Dilute nitric acid (HN03), in strengths of up to 20%, is a friendly acid to Stainless Steel. It is the ONLY acid which may be used with no risk to Stainless Steel Dark oxide scale from welding or heat tints Pickling and passivating plus thorough water rinsing as outlined previously. Follow by routine Cleaning Slight heat tints may be removed by repeated application as for stubborn stain and discolouration Scratches on polished (lined) finishes Slight scratches - Use a nylon pad loaded with an iron-free abrasive polishing compound. Follow the direction of the original polish lines. Follow with routine cleaning. Deep scratches coarse abrasives should be used initially. Follow as for slight scratches Deep scratches will be difficult to remove completely. Do not use metal scourers or wire wool unless they are made from Stainless Steel It must be appreciated that some of the above suggested procedures will alter the surface appearance of the treated area compared to that of the original surface finish. They should therefore be applied only with due consideration and care Cleaning Procedure Clean the Stainless Steel as often as experience dictates (i.e. when noticeably dull or dirty); and use the simplest cleaning procedure that will effectively do the job. - Stainless Steel's best friends are clean water or mild detergent solution, applied with a soft cloth or sponge, rinsed well and wiped dry. - Routine simple, gentle and inexpensive cleaning will retain both the corrosion resistance and appearance of Stainless Steel through years of exposure and use. Occasionally a small amount of BLANCO POLISH may be used on a soft cloth made wet with the detergent solution to remove stubborn dirt or slight incipient stains. Rub gently Cleaning Do s - Employ regular routine cleaning rather than an occasional aggressive single cleaning. - Only use propriety brands of cleaners that state SUITABLE FOR STAINLESS STEEL, such as BLANCO POLISH. - Always rinse and dry as the final step in a cleaning procedure Cleaning Don ts - Do not use coarse abrasive powders. - Do not use metallic scourers or brushes with metal bristles. - Do not use the so termed silver cleaners. - Do not use acids (except nitric acid in specific instances). Storage of Products Product research has proved that certain household products which may be stored underneath a sink, can lead to damage to the sink's base. Chlorine is the major culprit and can be found in: chlorine for swimming pools; household bleach; bathroom cleaning products like toilet cleaners, mildew treatments and tile cleaners; kitchen cleaning products especially liquid cleaners; powders for dishwashers and laundry detergents. Preserve the life and beauty of your sink by storing these products away from the sink area in a well ventilated cupboard that is child-proof.