Happy New Year from everyone at GEC AndersonĀ®. As 2026 begins, many designers, facilities managers, architects, contractors and homeowners are looking for ways to bring clarity, momentum and confidence to the projects ahead. Whether you are planning a major refurbishment, fitting out a new space or simply upgrading key areas, this is the perfect moment to introduce materials and systems that save time, reduce maintenance and deliver lasting performance.

Stainless steel is one of the most reliable ways to start the year on a strong footing, and at GEC AndersonĀ® we provide an entire family of made-to-measure products and technical services designed to help your projects run smoothly from day one.

You can even order many items directly online, including made-to-measure splashbacks and components from our V90 shelving system, with more bespoke items available through our technical team.

Here is how stainless steel — and the expertise behind it — can give your 2026 projects the best possible start.

Why Stainless Steel Sets the Tone for a Successful Year

Every project benefits from materials that are hygienic, durable and visually consistent. Stainless steel offers all of these advantages, which is why it remains the trusted choice for professional kitchens, medical spaces, education buildings, hospitality settings, washrooms, laboratories, back-of-house environments and residential developments.

The key reasons are simple:

  • Hygiene: Non-porous surfaces that resist bacteria, stains and corrosion.
  • Longevity: Exceptional resilience to heavy use, high temperatures and repeated cleaning.
  • Low Maintenance: Easy-clean surfaces that retain their appearance for years.
  • Design Freedom: Suitable for modern, traditional, industrial and minimalist schemes.
  • Sustainability: Stainless steel is 100% recyclable and long-lived, supporting responsible project choices.

These qualities make it the perfect material to help new-year projects stay on track, stay compliant and stay looking good well past 2026.

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Start the Year With Precision: Made-to-Measure Stainless Steel Worktops

If 2026 brings a new kitchen, laboratory upgrade, catering refit or washroom modernisation, our made-to-measure stainless steel worktops provide one of the most complete solutions available.

They can be created in:

  • L-shaped, U-shaped and irregular forms
  • Large single-piece lengths for a seamless finish
  • Curved, angled or splayed designs
  • Custom edge profiles, from raised lips to integral upstands
  • Configurations with fully integrated sink bowls, drainer sections, cut-outs and wet zones

Every worktop is engineered to your precise specification, ensuring a perfect fit with no joints, no crevices and no dirt traps. It is one of the most effective ways to begin a project with certainty and clarity.

A Sink for Every Setting: Fully Integrated Stainless Steel Sink Bowls

Our stainless steel sink bowls — from Series A, Circular, Standard and Combination ranges — can be positioned exactly where you need them within a made-to-measure worktop. This allows designers and contractors to work with absolute freedom when planning a layout.

Options include:

  • Single, double or multiple bowl combinations
  • Custom spacing for tapholes
  • Wet-zone features such as recesses and drainer patterns
  • Inset, under-mount or flush-mount bowls for other surfaces

For those upgrading laboratories, food preparation rooms, staff kitchens or healthcare spaces in early 2026, integrated stainless steel sink bowls offer unrivalled hygiene and reliability.

Stainless Steel Splashbacks: Now Available Made to Measure Online

A quick upgrade at the start of the year can completely transform a space. Our made-to-measure splashbacks — available as backed splashbacks or flat-sheet splashbacks — deliver instant practicality and a clean, modern aesthetic.

You can order them directly online, specifying the exact dimensions required. They are perfect for:

  • Kitchens
  • Clinical areas
  • Washrooms
  • Utility rooms
  • Breakout spaces
  • Retail and hospitality back-of-house areas

With no grout lines and no risk of water ingress, stainless steel splashbacks are a smart way to refresh interiors with minimal disruption.

Buy online now or contact us for bespoke requirements.

Height adjustable endoscopy sinks.

Height adjustable endoscopy sinks.

V90 Stainless Steel Shelving: A Flexible Start to an Organised Year

The beginning of the year often brings new storage challenges, layout changes and organisational goals. The GEC AndersonĀ® V90 shelving system is designed to support this with strength, adaptability and hygienic performance.

Now available online:

  • V90 Uprights — for step-less height adjustment
  • V90 Brackets — engineered for stability
  • V90 Shelves — solid or perforated, available in several depths

Ideal for studios, workshops, labs, kitchens, storerooms, nurseries, healthcare settings and commercial backrooms, the system adapts effortlessly as requirements evolve throughout 2026.

Buy V90 shelving components online or contact us for custom configurations.

Stainless Steel Sanitaryware: A Hygienic Choice for 2026 Projects

If your new-year plans include upgrading washrooms in schools, offices, public buildings, medical spaces or hospitality venues, our stainless steel sanitaryware is engineered for the demands of heavy use.

The range includes:

  • Stainless steel WC pans — floor-standing, wall-hung and wheelchair-accessible
  • Stainless steel basins — wall-mounted and shrouded options
  • Wash troughs — made to measure up to 3000 mm
  • Bucket sinks — for cleaners’ rooms, workshops and industrial use
  • Sand traps — for buildings where solid waste needs controlled separation
  • Anti-vandal mirrors — robust, safe and easy to maintain

Each product is crafted from brushed satin stainless steel for durability, hygiene and long-term performance.

Frames, Supports, Cabinets and Doors: Build Your Space Your Way

Alongside worktops and sinks, GEC AndersonĀ® manufactures:

  • Stainless steel cabinets
  • Stainless steel cabinet doors
  • Under-frames and cantilever brackets
  • Stainless steel supports for high-load applications

These components are widely used in commercial kitchens, laboratories, teaching spaces, hospitality venues and professional backrooms where reliable performance is essential.

Technical Expertise That Sets Projects Up for Success

Beginning a new project in 2026 means balancing design considerations, compliance requirements and practical installation issues. Our team provides full support, including:

  • Technical guidance
  • Detailed drawings
  • Documentation and fixing instructions
  • BIM data
  • Installation advice
  • Bespoke fabrication services

This ensures your stainless steel elements integrate perfectly with the wider project — reducing delays and keeping installations clean and efficient.

Start 2026 the Right Way: Buy Online or Contact Us Today

Whether you want to order a made-to-measure splashback, upgrade your shelving system or plan a full stainless steel workstation with integrated sinks, GEC AndersonĀ® is here to help you begin the year with certainty, quality and precision.

Buy online now from this website or contact us to discuss your 2026 project.

Here’s to a successful year of great design, reliable performance and stainless steel that lasts.