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JOAN STEEL BRINGS MARINE-GRADE PERFORMANCE TO BATHROOM DESIGN
As bathroom design places greater emphasis on material quality, longevity and considered detailing, stainless steel offers an alternative to conventional tapware materials. South African brand Joan Steel has developed its range around this approach, using marine-grade 316L stainless steel across its collection of mixers, spouts, shower fittings and accessories.
The material is particularly suited to humid and coastal environments, offering a high level of corrosion resistance while providing a distinctive brushed finish. Joan Steel’ s products are designed for both indoor and outdoor applications, extending from basin, bath and shower fittings to kitchen mixers and freestanding outdoor showers.
The range combines stainless steel construction with European ceramic cartridges designed to provide smooth operation and precise control. Water efficiency is also incorporated into the collection, with flow rates varying between products. For example, the basin mixer delivers 4.5 litres per minute at 3 bar while the tall basin mixer is rated at 4 litres per minute.
For architects and designers specifying projects where long-term performance is important, the range carries a 15-year warranty and its products are SABS tested and JASWIC approved.
The collection also considers installation and maintenance. Concealed bodies and finishing sets allow fittings to be integrated into the architecture while the brushed stainless steel surfaces are designed for straightforward cleaning. The product range includes components such as shower arms, rain shower heads, concealed mixers, wastes and bathroom accessories, allowing a more consistent material language throughout the space.
Outdoor applications are another feature, with Joan Steel offering a freestanding shower incorporating both an overhead shower and hand shower. Manufactured from 316 stainless steel, it is rated at 8 litres per minute at 3 bar and is also covered by the 15-year warranty.
By combining a robust material palette with minimalist detailing and water-conscious performance, Joan Steel positions stainless steel as both a practical and architectural choice for contemporary bathroom design across a variety of settings.
The Joan Steel range can be purchased online via Flush Bathrooms. www. flushbathrooms. co. za
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