Archive for the ‘Traditional Bathrooms’ Category

Choosing the right bath for your bathroom

Tuesday, March 17th, 2009

The bath is one of the most important items in the bathroom. If you are looking to buy a new bath, then you need to choose one that will not only fit your bathroom properly, but will also be the right size for you. You will need to decide whether you would like a twin bathtub, or a normal sized bathtub. Larger bathtubs will use up more hot water, so it may a good idea to stick to just a single bathtub so it is not as expensive.

There are many different styles of baths to choose from. If your bathroom has a designer look, then you may wish to buy a more stylish bathtub, such as a corner bathtub or an oval shaped bathtub. There are also many other different shapes of bathtub to choose from. If you want your bathtub to match other accessories, then you may wish to buy one that is a similar shape to other items in your bathroom, such as an oval shaped bath to match an oval shaped soap dish. If you want a romantic theme for your bathroom, then you can even buy a heart shaped bathtub.

If you have a disabled or elderly family member, then it is a good idea to buy a bathtub that has all the right facilities. Walk-in bathtubs are the best option for elderly people, as it saves them having to climb over the bath edge. Some bathtubs also have a slip resistant floor, which is useful for elderly or disabled people. There is also a seat and a handheld shower for convenience and safety bars available for wheelchair users.

Having a Victorian theme for your bathroom

Tuesday, December 30th, 2008

If you are aiming to have a Victorian theme for your bathroom, then there are a variety of accessories available that will help you achieve the look that you want. Victorian bathrooms usually have dark colours and wood. Antique stores are a good place to visit if you are looking for Victorian bathroom furniture and usually have a wide variety of top quality products to make your bathroom look good.

Victorian Plumbing, a UK company, offer a selection of Victorian products to suit your theme, including Victorian basin taps, which can be purchased with a matching bath mixer if you wish. If you are looking for a bath to fit your Victorian theme, then Plumbworld offer a Clearwater Victorian Bath, which is available in Green and White, with stone cast resin reinforcement and is priced at around £530.00.

Having a Victorian theme may be more suitable if you have a lot of money to spare, as some products can be quite expensive. But if you look around on sites such as eBay, you may be able to find a few bargains. There are some stores that offer discounts for products purchased on their website, or you could have a look around to see which stores have items on sale.

Finding a website with an online decorator will help you to see which colours are suitable for your Victorian theme. Visiting showrooms is also a good idea, as this will give you an idea of different layouts, colours and products for your Victorian theme.

 

Giving your bathroom a traditional theme

Sunday, December 21st, 2008

Having a traditional theme for your bathroom can make it much more comfortable and add elegance to the room. Furniture made from brass or porcelain is ideal for a traditional bathroom. Visit antique stores and see what furniture would look best for your traditional theme. Going for an Art Deco look is a good idea if you wish to achieve a traditional look for your bathroom.

The Heritage Bathrooms outlet offers furniture that is suitable for traditional bathrooms, such as cast iron baths and a pedestal basin. They also offer a selection of Art Deco products that are suitable for family bathrooms that have a traditional theme.

Searching sites such as eBay will help you to find low cost traditional items for your bathroom. If you are struggling to make a decision on what kind of layout you would like for your traditional bathroom, then visit a few showrooms or have a look on a few websites to see if you can practice with a few layouts and colour schemes. Flicking through a few magazines may also give you an idea of what type of furniture will suit a traditional theme.

You can even find taps that have a traditional look. Tap Choice offers Bristan Colonial traditional bathroom taps, which are priced at around £36.93 with a chrome finish and £52.37 for a gold finish. They also offer traditional bidet mixers and bath fillers, which are also available in chrome or gold. Simple items such as these will give your bathroom the traditional look that you are hoping for.