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  1. THE Destination Venue : Dash Liverpool

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    Dash Restaurant – Paris Inspired Dining Destination in Liverpool

    The site of the former night clubs: Living Room and Sugar Hut in Liverpool has seen a major transformation in the hands of Wroot Design into an elegant dining destination and vibrant VIP basement club. Introducing Dash Liverpool.

    European Touch in Liverpool

    Designed with more than a touch of European elegance, the restaurant and bar are great additions to the city. Located on Victoria Street, the venue has became host to the newest dining and night life destinations. The recently opened Dash restaurant and XOXO night club, offer a taste of Parisian evening culture to the centre of Liverpool.

    round arabesque table tops

    Inspired by Travel

    The stunning restaurant is a true gem being added to the the city. The new owners of the venue, decided to remodel the location by taking inspiration from the European trip of the owner – Dean Jones, who said:

    “I was in Paris and went into this particular bar and was absolutely blown away by it. With the building being an old building in the city centre, with columns inside and outside and with all of the details, we thought it would be amazing to bring back an elegant, classy and vintage kind of look with a modern, high-end twist.”

    round table tops in arabesque marble finish

    Rooted in Parisian Culture

    The feel of the restaurant is deeply rooted in the Parisian culture of the 70s and 80s. It is also a nudge towards the current, and very trendy high end design, which blends elements of the old and the new. Working with Wroot Design the owners conceived a project with a unique feel, never before seen in Liverpool.The impressive toned down colour palette is matched by a wide range of lights that help to keep the venue bright and vibrant.

    Something Old, Something New

    The original staircase leading to the restaurant has been retained, leading customers up to a glass door with etched Dash Signature. Inside the venue, they are welcomed by a striking mixture of diamond patterned black and white floors and colour scheme of blossom and teal.

    Bar top in arabesque marble finish with a large drop edge

    Beautiful 10 Metre Bar Top

    One of the first points that greets the customers is the enormous 10 metre bar top in ‘Arabesque’ marble finish from Versital. With the stylish stools offering seating for visitors and the full length spirit display the bar creates a captivating modern look adding to the overall design of the venue.  The designers decided to include the option of back lighting the bar top for a striking evening look.

    Gemma Stockberger from Versital said:

    “The design of Dash restaurant is perfect for the venue – a great mix of classic and modern style with the use of marble finishes from Versital combined with modern lighting and metal details. The colour palette and choice of style really suits the heritage building. We are always delighted to work on such beautiful projects, bringing something new to cities like Liverpool.”

    bistro sized round table tops in arabesque marble finish

    Fiona from Wroot Design added:

    “It has been exciting to create a new space for the social scene of Liverpool and I believe that there is nothing quite like this in Liverpool so it has been a rather enjoyable project.”

    Something for Everyone

    Beyond the bar, the restaurant offers sitting in curved booths, as well as 15 stand alone tables for smaller groups of people. For larger, more exclusive parties, the venue has a sophisticated dining room ideal for business lunches or occasion parties.

    All of the table tops across the restaurant have been provided by Versital in the ‘Arabesque’ marble finish. The room is finished off with a dazzling ceiling, filled with an expanse of high and low hanging chandeliers, adding to the classy finish.

    Arabesque round table top

    Gemma commented:

    “ Versital is an ideal material for busy venues like Dash. All of the table tops and bar tops are fully water proof and stain proof. With their natural marble look they offer a great alternative to the natural material.”

    Final Word

    The venue has become a massive success, with the design of it a great nod towards the beauty of old, while still looking towards the future. Dean said:

    “This is everything to me.  This is the biggest building I have ever taken on and the biggest project I have ever taken on. Having looked at the building for the last 11 years and dreaming of what it could be, it is a proud achievement for me to now be doing this and to bringing something so amazing to the city.”

    For more information on our marble bar tops or table tops take a look at information guide. If you would like advice, samples or wish to place an order for a bar tops or table tops, please call us on 01204380780, or email us at sales@versital.co.uk.

  3. Mixology 2017 : Versital Finalist Second Year Running for Top Interior Design Award

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    Luxury surface manufacturer, Versital is a finalist for the second year in a row in the ‘Product of the Year: Surface’ category for the Mixology North Awards 2017.

    Versital is delighted to announce that its signature ‘faux’ cultured marble surface material has been selected yet again as a finalist for a prestigious design award. This year the brand new ‘Metallic Marble’ finish has been short listed as a contender for product of the year.

    Mixology award finalist 2017 metallic marble

    The Mixology Awards acknowledge the very best in design; awarding products that bring something truly unique to the industry. The shortlist was selected by a panel of judges made up of architects and industry experts. Finalists have been judged based on a criteria that considered factors such as sustainability, design originality, aesthetics, ease of use and commercial viability.

    Gemma Stockberger, Marketing Director for Versital, comments

    “We couldn’t be more delighted to have been short listed for the second year in a row for our brand new Metallic Marble finishes. A Mixology award is the stamp of approval in the interior design and hospitality industry. Our surfaces bring a fantastic solution to the industry and have been specified in a number of upmarket projects both in the North and the rest of the UK this year, including Whitbread and Mitchells & Butlers.”

    The Mixology North Awards were created by the team behind the highly regarded design publication, Mix Interiors, to support and recognise the many dynamic brands within the interior design industry, regardless of their size. The winners will be announced on the 7th December 2017 in a ceremony at Manchester Central that will be attended by over 800 members of the interior design community.

    Versital’s product offering for the hospitality sector includes bespoke bar tops, table tops, washroom vanities, shower trays and shower panels in faux marble and granite, as well as high gloss and high sparkle finishes. Versital’s shares the same classic and stylish looks as the natural material, however is non-porous, 100% waterproof and stain resistant, and is available in a vast range of colours and made to order sizes and shapes.

    For more information on Versital’s marble bar tops, table tops or washroom surfaces you can view on our website, or call us direct on 01204380780 to speak to one of the team.

  4. Versital Marble Bar Tops chosen for Mitchells and Butlers New Premium Country Pubs concept

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    Versital is delighted to have been specified across restaurant, bar and pub operators giant Mitchells and Butlers new Premium Country Pubs. Versital’s luxurious faux marble in a classic ‘Arabesque’ white finish was chosen to complement the exclusive design of the upgraded establishments, found in some of the UK’s most beautiful locations.

    Luxury Marble Bar Top

    The concept of Premium Country Pubs focuses on style, quality fittings and aspiring artwork, and Versital was the natural choice to complement this design brief with its bespoke, high-end solutions. Versital surfaces include marble bar tops, vanity tops and table tops, dependent on location, with unique luxurious design twists such as built in champagne holders into some of the table tops.

    Mitchells and Butlers have specified Versital marble for it's marble bar tops and table tops.

    “Versital offers the perfect flexibility of design to help meet our brief- from any size or colour requirement, we know Versital can deliver. The elegance of the Arabesque finish enhanced the transformation of the original buildings into beautiful, welcoming and premium spaces where people can savour their meal or drink”.
    Lauren Milner, Associate Interior Designer at JMDA

    Versital surfaces provide an exceptional solution for a hospitality environment as they offer the same luxurious looks as marble but are non-porous and therefore stain and water resistant. The surfaces are also completely bespoke and handmade to fit any size, colour or design requirement, offering a truly unique design experience to the customer.

    White marble bar tops in faux marble from Versitall

    “The fact that Versital was specified on multiple areas of the project is a great testament to the flexibility of Versital as a true to life stain resistant marble. As well as marble bar tops, the surface was used across various venues for the washroom vanities and table tops. We even created fully bespoke table tops that had cast out central areas to allow for ice buckets to be placed for champagne.

    This is precisely the type of work we love to get involved in – working with skilled designers and specifiers to use our product at its best, as well as brilliant installers and joiners to show off the product beautifully. Mitchells and Butlers are an excellent brand with a well-regarded reputation who we were delighted to work with”.
    Gemma Stockberger, Head of Marketing and Sales for Versital UK

    Versital features in numerous venues of Mitchell and Butlers new collection of individual Premium Country Pubs, designed to deliver the very best in service and food in a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. Establishments include the idyllic Chilworth Arms in Southampton, which features a dramatic Versital marble bar top as well as marble table tops and vanity tops; the exclusive Belvedere Arms in Ascot with a Versital bar top, and the cosy Swan in the Cotswolds blending English heritage with modern comfort. This features striking Versital washroom vanities.

     

    Versital is a hand-made, hand finished product that is manufactured in the UK by skilled craftsmen. Product offerings include an extensive range of bespoke, made-to-measure hospitality and bathroom products including shower panels, bespoke shower trays, vanity tops, bar tops and table tops.  To find out more or for a quotation, please get in touch by email for a personal bar top quotation, or call us on 01204380780.

  5. How to Fit a Bar Top : A Step by Step Guide

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    How to Fit a Bar Top : Video Guide

    When refurbishing and renovating a bar or restaurant, the bar area is likely to be one of the first areas to get a facelift. The bar top itself is an especially high traffic area that every customer who visits will be in contact with.

    A beautifully installed and fabulous bar top will really make an impact with customers and leave a lasting impression. A high quality bar top that looks fantastic is an essential addition to any new bar.

    Learn more about installation from our installation videos.

    High Quality Stone Resin Bar Tops

    Versital manufactures high quality stone resin bar tops in a huge range of finishes. Finishes include true to life faux marbles, granites as well as the striking high gloss sparkle ‘Reflect’ range of colours.

    Manufactured to Spec

    Bar tops are manufactured to spec from diagrams or measurements supplied. In the case of curved bars and more complicated shapes a template may be required to ensure a perfect fit.

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    How to Fit a Bar Top

    Installing a new bar top needn’t be daunting. Any good joiner or tradesmen with some skill will be perfectly able to accomplish this with a little guidance from us.

    Watch the following short video for our step by step guide to how to fit a bar top from Versital.

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    For more advice or assistance with installing a bar top please contact us direct on 01204380780, or drop us an email via our contact form. We are happy to provide bar top estimates and give installation guidance and advice. We look forward to hearing from you.

  6. Marble Bar Tops for New Italian in Blackpool

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    New Bar Installation: Marble Look Bar Tops for New Italian in Blackpool

    Amoro Restaurant in Blackpool has recently opened its’ doors with great success. We were delighted to work alongside and have our marble bar tops specified by Joseph Boniface Architects on this exciting new independent restaurant.

    Marble bar with LED underlighting

    Joseph Boniface Architects

    Versital worked alongside architects Joseph Boniface in Blackpool who designed and specified the full project with a sleek modern sleek design. As an experienced architect in commercial projects they opted for materials that look fantastic, but that were also easy to keep and would last long after the opening.

    Marble Alternative Bar Tops

    The client wanted a marble look for his Italian restaurant as a nod to tradition, but both he and the architect Joseph were concerned about using natural marble due to the problems the material inherently brings. Being naturally porous marble has a tendency to stain and is not waterproof, which is not ideal in a bar or restaurant situation.

    Marble bar top with LED underlighting.

    100% Waterproof Marble Look Bar Tops

    Versital faux marble is the ideal substitute for real marble where a real world practical solution is needed, as well as looking the part. Versital bar tops have all the look of a natural marble being hand made, but are 100% waterproof and stain resistance – perfect for a busy restaurant and bar area.

    Alternative to A Carrara Marble Bar Top

    Versital finish ‘Arabesque’ was chosen here as a great alternative to Carrara marble. The white background and black vein have a beautiful depth of colour. Being a hand made and veined product, it is the nearest match to natural marble on the market using a synthetic stone resin.

    Marble bar top - white with black vein.

    Bar Tops Made to Order

    All Versital bar tops are manufactured to order to design specifications and sizes from either the client direct or the interior designer and architect. Bar tops can be made from plan where needed, or template if that suits a customer best.

    Marble back bar - carrara look faux marble.

    In this project for Amoro Restaurant, the client required a template taking by a fitter we were able to recommend and the bar top was manufactured to that precisely.

    For more information on specifying or buying faux marble bar tops from Versital, or help with a current project please call us on 01204 380780 or send us a contact form with your relevant project information and company details.

  7. Step Inside The Classic Refurbishment at Cannonball House

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    Classic Marble Updates to the Bar tops and Restaurant

    Well renowned and highly rated restaurant Cannonball House recently underwent a refurb on the bar and restaurant area. The facelift designed by Ambience Designs Edinburgh and installed by ECG Joinery included a new restaurant layout, bar area, bar tops and decor.

    Rated 5 star on the independent review site trip advisor, Cannonball House has an excellent reputation for food, service and decor.

    Versital Marble 'Arabesque' was used on the Cannonball House refurb in Edinburgh.

    “We were delighted that Cannonball House decided to use Versital for their new bar tops and table tops. As a highly regarded and successful restaurant we understand how important quality is to them.

    They chose the classic white marble finish ‘Arabesque’ for a look to emulate Carrara marble. They wanted the marble look, but in a waterproof and easy to care for material that would last. Versital’s custom bar tops and table tops were ideal for their needs and could be made to their exact design specifications.

    Their fitters ECG joinery could install the product themselves without the need for a specialist masonry team or equipment.”

    Gemma Stockberger, Sales Manager Versital UK

    Stone Resin Bar Tops and Table Tops

    Versital bar tops are manufactured from stone resin to the specification of designers, architects or client ready for installation. There are over 90 colour options to choose from in marble, granite and sparkle finish options.

    With each project being made to measure, giving each project the perfect size and finish for what is needed.

    Versital cultured marble in Arabesque shown here for bar tops.

    Versital also offer stone resin table tops in matching finishes in a large range of sizes. Custom table tops are also available, in the full range of imitation marble, granite and sparkle colour options.

    Waterproof Cultured Marble

    Unlike natural marble, Versital cultured marble is 100% waterproof and stain resistant making it a more practical option for high traffic areas such as bar tops and table tops. Versital offers the look of beautiful marble surfaces, but none of the problems they bring. Versital is extremely hygienic offering the anti-bacterial protection of SteriTouch, as well as being waterproof and easy to clean.

    WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH DESIGNERS

    As well as manufacturing to design specification we are also on hand to offer advice to designers to help create the vision they have whilst being a practical real-world solution. We often have designers who approach us with a brief and initial design who may need advice making it work in practice.
    We were able to offer our expertise in creating a beautiful custom drop edge detail. It really helps to work alongside experienced designers.
    Our aim is to take the stress away from the designer and end client and work alongside other trades to get a good end result.
    As well as being a beautiful marble finish it offers the benefits of being extremely hygienic, easy to clean and non-porous so will not stain.

    Gemma Stockberger, Director

    For a customised cultured marble bar top quotation or table top quotation please contact Versital direct on 01204 380780, or send us a contact form.

  9. Beautiful Bars at The Buttermarket

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    Bar tops from Versital in Glacier pearlLatest Bar Installation at ‘The Buttermarket’ in Shrewsbury

    Versital’s latest bar installation is at Shropshire’s legendary entertainment venue – The Buttermarket.  The Buttermarket has made its’ return to its rightful place as Shropshire’s premier entertainment venue and been returned to its former glory.

    This beautiful nightclub has undergone a major refurbishment, opening in March 2012.  And the revamp isn’t over yet.  August this year will see the opening of stage two of the venue, with a large area upstairs for live music staging, as well as a dining area.

    Versital bar top in glacier pearl

    Versital bar tops in ‘Glacier Pearl’ from the Reflect range were used through the venue, from the entrance reception, through to the main hall and private function rooms.

    “We are really pleased with the colour choice we went for with Versital; it contrasts nicely with the original fabric of the building. We have also chosen to go with different themed and coloured rooms throughout the venue, and the bar tops look great in all of them.  I love the gorgeous subtle sparkle.  Really looking forward to completing phase two!”
    Grant Lees – Manager at The Buttermarket

    Bar tops from Versital in Glacier pearl

    Much of the venue has traditional elements with fabulous red brick walls which contrast with Versital beautifully. Versital worked closely with The Buttermarket to advise them on the best use of the product, with sizes, colour and specification.

    Bar tops from Versital - Grant Lees and Gemma Stockberger

    “I’m so pleased I had the opportunity to see this stunning venue for myself.   They have done a fabulous job of creating a modern nightclub venue using the latest technology, whilst remaining sympathetic to the original fabric of the building. Versital’s bar tops are a beautiful and practical edition to the venue, being hard wearing enough to deal with the traffic they are already experiencing. We look forward to working with them again in the future.”
    Gemma Stockberger – Versital UK

    Easy To Maintain

    Not only does the customer benefit from the beautiful aesthetics of Versital marble, it of course comes with all the benefits you’d expect from our marbles. Versital is extremely hygienic offering the anti-bacterial protection of SteriTouch, as well as being waterproof and easy to clean.

    WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH DESIGNERS

    As well as manufacturing to design specification we are also on hand to offer advice to designers to help create the vision they have whilst being a practical real-world solution. We often have designers who approach us with a brief and initial design who may need advice making it work in practice.
    We were able to offer our expertise in creating a beautiful custom drop edge detail. It really helps to work alongside experienced designers.
    Our aim is to take the stress away from the designer and end client and work alongside other trades to get a good end result.
    As well as being a beautiful marble finish it offers the benefits of being extremely hygienic, easy to clean and non-porous so will not stain.

    Gemma Stockberger, Director

    Versital offers a range of commercial surfaces, including bar tops, tables, public washroom surfaces and decorative bar panelling. For more information, have a look at the commercial information guide, or call us direct on 01204380780.