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Based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, Splashbacks of Distinction have a real passion for toughened glass in and around the home. We have transformed many properties, both commercial and domestic with our glass splashbacks, for kitchens, bathrooms and living rooms. Our toughened glass balustrades, glass shelving and splashbacks with high resolution images have really caught the imagination of people who demand beauty and functionality in their homes and offices.
As one of the leaders in design and up to date technology, Splashbacks of Distinction are always on hand to deliver the highest standards of quality and service to our valued customers.
Splashbacks of Distinction provide a wonderful product that is suitable for kitchens, bathrooms, office spaces or anywhere you want a true touch of class.
Our splashbacks will add value and style to new and old kitchens and bathrooms. They are easy to clean and very hygienic. Every piece is toughened when manufactured so it is heat, water and impact proof.
A glass splashback and worktop will complement any bathroom, kitchen, bar area, laundry or shop. The sleek and seamless surface is the ultimate in elegance with zero visual interruption. Our glass splashbacks and worktops come in any colour and are also far easier to clean than ceramic tiles.
Should you require our services, please call or contact us by completing the simple contact form and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
The Splashbacks of Distinction show room is located at Watton at Stone in Hertfordshire with easy access from Hertford, Stevenage and surrounding towns. It is close to both the A1 and A10 which makes it easily accessible from North London.
We have a wide range of samples, styles, colours and textures for you to see and touch. Our clients have told us that being able to visit our showroom really helps them to visualise and develop their ideas so that they really end up with exactly what they wanted. Our workshop is next to the showroom so you can also see our products as they are manufactured.
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We have also created a stunning brochure with a selection from our range. This is available to download as a PDF by clicking on the link below.
Glass creates an illusion of more space and allows outside features to become part of the interior design. With glass it is possible to link two different spaces together without the barrier of a wall giving you the ability to enjoy your home and garden throughout the year.
Our frameless systems create a contemporary design which safely maximises any view, allowing natural light to spread across the living space. This solution can be used for internal stairs, external balconies, or to act as windbreaks in exposed areas outdoors.
Balustrade posts provide a classic, yet still very popular, design choice. Manufactured using 2.6mm thick walled, 48mm stainless steel for superior strength. This high quality, external grade steel maximises durability and minimises maintenance.
Glass spigots create a modern, minimalist design choice which maximises your view. Glass spigots are a large glass floor clamp that secures the glass vertically. The individual 'feet' allow for natural drainage making it an ideal choice for external areas including patio, and decked gardens, as well as poolside areas.
The possibilities are almost endless. Whether you wish to modernise your home or office space, enhance it or create an eye-catching element in one of your rooms we are here to make your dream come true. Your wish is our command.
Perhaps a tropical landscape in the bathroom? How about a stylish banister or wall art? Or even a state-of-the art room divider?
If you own a business you might want to create a new inviting atmosphere for your customers or upgrade your existing space, making it uniquely stylish.
At Splashbacks of Distinction we can even recreate different surface patterns too. That wood-style surface you always wanted is now possible and it comes with all the advantages of glass. Our customers also love our granite and marble styles which are perfectly stunning.
When it comes to Mirrors, in either a Kitchen or Bathroom, nothing quite rivals the open, light and clean look that such a simple product offers.
Splashbacks of Distinction offer a range of standard mirrors available in Silver, Grey, Bronze and Peach with toughened options available.
Our bespoke antique mirrors offer depth and character, reflecting the beauty of its surroundings as well as enhancing them. Our collection of six unique mirrors can bring depth, glamour and a unique look to any space.
Choose from our range of antique mirror styles including moon, lava, mercury, Neptune, vincenzo, bronze vincenzo and bianco nero. Why not view our brochure or contact us today to see what we can do for you.
It is often very difficult to see what a particular colour or finish will look like from a picture. We understand that and can supply samples of your chosen splash back to enable you to get the best possible idea of what your dream kitchen or bathroom will look like before it is fitted.
We already have hundreds of samples available to look at in our showroom including different types of finishes such as glitter or sparkle. We can supply a sample in any colour or finish you would like from our extensive range.
Our splash backs are often so vibrant that it is very difficult to really appreciate them from a simple image and with some finishes, such as the mirrored finishes, it is virtually impossible. With a sample you can get a much clearer idea of how your splash back will look in your kitchen and how it will compliment the other colours and textures around it.
At Splashbacks of Distinction we carefully manage the complete production, design and fitting of our bespoke, designer glass splashbacks.
Great care is taken to measure the intended space and our team will discuss your requirements and help with any ideas you have. Once we have finalised your design with our team, Splashbacks of Distinction can start to make the magic happen.
At every stage of the production process each of our panels is quality checked. Once one of our panels has left our workshop, we at Splashbacks of Distinction transport it and install it. Because each design is unique, it requires specialist knowledge to ensure correct fitting. Our team of experienced fitters will ensure that the panels are correctly aligned and mounted. We won't be happy until our customer is completely happy with the result.
Our team will work closely with you to create your dream design, ensuring the highest quality from start to finish so you can look forward to the magnificent result. We take pride in maintaining the highest of standards so that you, our customer can enjoy the beauty of our bespoke products.
All of our glass splashbacks and panels are made using toughened glass. The glass is processed in accordance with the requirements of the relevant British and European quality standards BS EN 12150 : 2000 (Impact Tested BS EN 12600 : 2000).
You can rest assured that our glass splashbacks are safe and of the highest quality. Splashbacks of Distinction carries out rigorous checks to ensure that each panel is of the highest standard. At Splashbacks of Distinction we make sure that every panel is correctly aligned and fitted. Our toughened glass splashbacks are made to withstand daily use and will provide you with a strong, durable surface whilst maintaining their wonderful appeal and elegance. Reflecting natural light and brightening up dark corners, the splashbacks create an inviting, vibrant atmosphere.
Whether as a wall in a shower, as a room divider or a banister, our toughened glass will not let you down. It provides an excellent sealed barrier in kitchens and bathrooms where steam can cause havoc to walls and plaster.
Wonderful customer service
I felt you really cared that we got the best effect for our kitchen and were happy to help us work through the options for as long as it took. Wonderful customer service and the splashback looks great.
(Kitchen splashback using design 010 from our own range)
Mrs Crawford, Aston”
Some time ago, it was discovered that people who used lots of harsh chemicals to clean their home were at a much greater risk of developing breathing difficulties. Some of the cleaning products that are used to effectively cut through the everyday grease and grime in the kitchen and bathroom can literally take your breath away. Glass is easy to clean and doesn't need such powerful chemicals to come up sparkling clean.
Today, many people are rediscovering an old remedy for keeping their home clean and safe. This discovery is plain old white vinegar. It may not smell particularly pleasant when used, but its anti-bacterial and cleaning properties are second to none, and the smell vanishes when the cleaning solution has dried. White vinegar is also a great way to clean your glass to a streak free finish, so give it a go and see some amazing results. Splashbacks of Distinction are in the Harpenden area now so why not give us a call?
There is clear evidence of pre-Roman Belgic farmers in the area of Harpenden. In 1867, several items were found including a bronze escutcheon, rams-head shaped mounts, and a bronze bowl.
There are Roman remains in land around Harpenden, such as the site of a mausoleum in the park at Rothamsted. A tumulus near the river Lea was opened in the 1820s and it contained a stone sarcophagus of Romano-Celtic origin. Five objects dating from around 150 AD were inside, including a glass jug with a Mediterranean stamp and samian ware dishes used for libations. If you haven't heard of Samian Ware before, this is simply the term used to describe distinctive glossy, red coated tableware, a Roman specialty that was imported into Britain from large manufacturing regions such as Gaul.
Up to the 13th century, the area of the parish of Harpenden consisted of woodland with small hamlets and single farmsteads around cleared areas called "End" or "Green"; today, there are nineteen Ends and eighteen Greens in the areas of Harpenden and Wheathampstead parishes.
Harpenden village grew out of Westminster Abbey's gradual clearing of woodland for farming and settlement within its Wheathampstead manor, granted by King Edward the Confessor in 1060. The first reference to a parish church was in 1221, so it is inferred that the village of Harpenden grew up around then. The church of St Nicholas is the oldest church in Harpenden, originally built as a Chapel of ease in 1217.
Just beyond the southern edge of Harpenden lies Nomansland Common, upon which part of the Second Battle of St Albans was fought during the Wars of the Roses. Nomansland Common also saw the first annually contested steeplechase in England, in 1830, when it was organised by Thomas Coleman, and the last fight of 19th-century bare-knuckle fighter Simon Byrne. It was also the haunt of the highwaywoman Lady Katherine Ferrers, better known as the "Wicked Lady". This part of Harpenden was also the haunt of several other highway robbers and made travel a risky business for the wealthier traveller.
The main industry of Harpenden was straw-weaving, a trade mainly carried out by women in the 19th century. A good straw weaver could make as much as a field labourer. The straw plaits were taken to specialist markets in St Albans or Luton and bought by dealers to be converted into straw items such as boaters and other hats or bonnets. Straw weaving is sadly no longer a major industry for Harpenden, but a few devotees have kept it as a small cottage industry, maintaining the heritage of the old Harpenden village of yesteryear.
Between 1848 and 1914 the common at Harpenden was a regular venue for horse racing. Unfortunately, these racing events attracted less desirable elements to Harpenden. In his History of Hertfordshire in 1879, John Edwin Cussans commented "Notwithstanding that these meetings are under the most unexceptional patronage as regards the Stewards, yet for two days in the year all the London pickpockets, sharpers and blackguards who happen to be out of gaol are permitted to make Harpenden their own and to make travelling in a first-class carriage on the Midland Railway a danger to men and an impossibility to ladies."
Golf has been played on Harpenden Common since 1894 and it was at that time Harpenden Golf Club was set up by a group of Harpenden people with the help and a financial contribution of five pounds from Sir John Bennet Lawes of Rothamsted Manor. The golf club moved to a new course at Hammonds End in 1931, at which time Harpenden Common Golf Club was formed by those who wanted to remain at the Common. In 1932 Bamville Cricket club was formed and shares part of the Common with the Golfers.
In 1913 the National Children's Home moved to Harpenden with a large site Highfield Oval which was home to over two hundred children. The Harpenden site featured a print works, a carpenters' and joiners' shop, a boot makers shop and a farm where boys undertook apprenticeships. Girls were mainly trained in domestic service with some being trained in sewing and office work. They would have eventually taken up employment at places like Brocket Hall, Knebworth and Hatfield House and with an assortment of wealthy families.
The children lived in a "family" of eight to ten children each run by a sister or house mother. The chapel was gift from Joseph Rank and was built in 1928. The home was run on the Harpenden site until 1985. The site is now the head office of Youth with a Mission an international Christian missionary organisation. The Harpenden Growth Study, one of the earliest longitudinal tests, was overseen by James Mourilyan Tanner and monitored the development of many of the children over a number of years.
During the Second World War, Harpenden was used to evacuate children from heavily bombed London. However, Harpenden was not totally confident in its safety, as evidenced by the now decaying Bowers Parade air raid shelters. It has been suggested that they should be used for educational and emergency training purposes.
If you want a beautiful new kitchen splashback for your home in Harpenden, why not give Splashbacks of Distinction a call? We will take care of everything from manufacturing, supply and fitting, leaving your home spotlessly clean so that you can start to enjoy your new splashback immediately.
Splashbacks of Distinction ensure that only the finest quality toughened glass is used in all our products. We guarantee all of our work and are fully insured. We employ only trained and certified engineers. Splashbacks of Distinction never leave your property without ensuring you are totally satisfied with your beautiful new glass splashback, baluster, shelving or shower enclosure.
If you would like to know more or are interested in a quote we would be happy to help. Phone us on 01920 830 084, email us at enquiries@splashbacksofdistinction.co.uk or fill in our enquiry form and we will be in touch as soon as possible.
Showroom: Unit 11, Broomhall Farm, Watton At Stone, Hertford SG14 2RN
Splashbacks of Distinction is the trading name of RDC Glass Ltd