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Got a small bathroom and at a loss on what to do with it….I found this article whilst surfing the web for information for my blog, and thought that anyone who is interested in bathroom design may find it useful.

Compact Bathrooms

Bathroom for a Compact Space

A small bathroom is a common problem, but is easily solved with the correct bathroom suite. The last thing you want is your bathroom to be as cramped as a store cupboard. After all, you spend a lot of time there don’t you?

A major problem in a small bathroom is storage space. Everybody needs some where to keep their belongings, but sometimes space is very limited. Try to utilise the space you have, not letting any area be unused. A great example of this is the area under your sink. Why not buy a Roya Rubi Sink which comes with storage underneath, then you will never struggle to find somewhere to put your shampoo. The great thing about this unit is that it is only 34cm in depth, meaning that not too much of your floor is used up.

Another amazing storage solution is using the space behind your mirror. A lovely example of this is the Chiltenhurst Single Mirrored Wall Cabinet. At 40cm wide and 62.5cm high it is big enough to hide items that you don’t want on display. With its contempory and sleek design it can transform any bathroom into a showroom. It comes with the colour choice of high gloss white or wenge, which highlights the mirror in the centre.

Some bathroom suites are specially designed for compact spaces. The designer, RAK, understands your needs and has provided a range of suites that would be suitable for compact bathrooms. One of our best sellers is the RAK Compact bathroom suite. With its curved, sleek design this is understandable. The WC’s cistern is extremely slim line, measuring a mere 19cm from the wall. Team this with a wall hung basin, which comes with the choice of one or two tap holes, for a contempory design which does not take up too much space. The wall hung basin is 20cm in depth and 45cm wide providing plenty space to wash your hands. As this does not have a pedestal this also creates the illusion of more space as it does not take up any room on your floor.

The RAK Evolution bathroom suite is also designed to minimise space used. These corner units are perfect as they use the space that is otherwise wasted. Not many people use the corners in their bathrooms do they? The WC measures 60cm in depth and can be matched with either a wall hung basin or a corner basin with pedestal. Both these examples are good for maximising your space. Why not place a corner mirrored unit above the corner basin to double up as storage? A nice example of this is the Sloegrin Compact Corner Mirror.

A perfect accessory to any bathroom is a heated towel rail. Not only do they provide somewhere for you to keep your towels, they also double up as a heat source, keeping you nice and warm after your shower. Some of these towel rails look quite sculptural, for example, the Hudson Reed Mini Coil Rail in chrome, or the Emerald Towel rail which curves on one side. These create a great focal point to your bathroom, but are functional as well.

If you want a designer bath in your bathroom but do not have the space for a freestanding one, why don’t you jazz up your standard bath with a nice bath panel? The Tudor bath panels are great for Victorian luxury, whereas the Superstyle panels create a modern feel. Pair this with an Aqualux Energy Sail Bath Screen and your standard bath will be magically transformed into bathroom heaven.

If you don’t have room for a bath in your bathroom then a shower enclosure can look just as inviting. Our shower enclosures go down to a minimum of 70cm square, which provides plenty of room for all you showering needs. For a contempory look the Sloegrin enclosure is perfect. With its chrome surround and handle this enclosure looks divine, and it also comes with 8mm toughened safety glass and a life time guarantee! You can’t beat that can you?

If you have a bit more room in your bathroom and crave luxury then I would recommend the Profile Plus cubicle with platinum glass. This smoked glass is the finishing touch to any bathroom and highlights the chrome frame to perfection

I found this article really interesting, I found it whilst searching for information for my blog, cardiffbathrooms.com. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

Pamper yourself with home spa amenities.

It used to be the most luxurious thing about a bathroom was a good book, a candle and a tub filled with bubbles. Not anymore. With people working harder than ever, the bathroom is rapidly becoming a haven in the home. And dual-incomes are allowing homeowners to indulge their cravings for unique, top-of-the-line additions to their bathrooms.

“People are really enjoying their homes these days,” said Suzanne Maviano, ASID and owner of Suzanne Maviano Designed Interiors, Riverside, IL. “Even though they spend a lot of time at work, when they are home, they want to feel like they’re walking into something amazing.”

The bathroom as spa

With spa visits becoming more common across the U.S., homeowners are now looking for ways to bring that experience home with them. And since whirlpool tubs and radiant heated floors are now almost standard in new construction, designers are really starting to think outside the box when adding spa-like touches. Or in one case, inside the box.

“The latest thing is to use warming drawers that are made for the kitchen to store towels,” said Janet Blutter Shiff, ASID and president of Blutter/Shiff Design Associates, Chicago, IL. “They’re very easy to install in a vanity and you get a nice warm towel when you get out of the shower.”

Showers and bathtubs are also getting the deluxe spa treatment. Steam showers and shower jet panels are gaining in popularity and air baths, which feature tiny, effervescent bubbles instead of targeted jets, are a hot new addition to the bathroom marketplace. Homeowners who are really ready to make an investment are opting for custom showers that combine a series of showerheads and body sprays mounted on the walls and ceiling of the shower space. The result is a unique rainforest-like experience for the user.

“Basically, the bathroom is the only place you can go to be alone anymore, even more than the bedroom. Because of that, people are willing to give themselves more luxury in the bathroom,” said Blutter Shiff.

The bathroom as getaway

If you’ve ever spent time in a high-end hotel, you know just how luxurious their bathrooms can be. And when it comes time to check out, people are wanting to pack up that space and take it with them.

“People who travel a lot are seeing these amazing bathrooms in high-end hotels and they want to bring that experience home,” said Maviano.

Elegant vessels sinks and upholstered chaise lounges are making their way from high-rise hotels to two-story homes. Solid-wood cabinetry and pendant lighting that would look at home anywhere in the house are replacing store-bought vanities and medicine cabinets. Cappuccino makers and mini-refrigerators are even being installed right into walls or cabinets.

“People really want their bathrooms to be a big part of their home,” said Blutter Shiff. “In one showhome design, I added a vanity that had a mini KOHLER sink built right into it. People loved it.”

Homeowners are also choosing surfaces that enhance the overall look of the space. Natural stone and handcrafted tiles are being combined to create statement-making visuals. And Blutter Shiff predicts the use of glass – for floors, counters and toilet enclosures – to be the next big thing.

“People are looking for different textures in their bathrooms,” said Maviano. “They’re using unusual combinations of stone and tile – and they’re using them as an art form. Today, [homeowners] are making their bathroom as nice a living space as the rest of their home – if not better.”

The bathroom as multi-media room

The days of listening to music in the shower by way of radio are long gone. Now, complete home theater systems with plasma TVs and surround sound are the norm. And they’re being installed in some rather ingenious ways.

“I recently installed a flat-screen TV in a mirror above the vanity,” said Maviano. “When the TV is off, it looks like a regular mirror. But when you turn it on, the image shows through and you can watch TV. It’s really, really beautiful.”

Even the more modest home improvement budgets are taking advantage of the lower cost of smaller flat screen TVs and are tucking them away with DVD players in the vanity. The result? The news while you get dressed in the morning or Desperate Housewives while you take a bath at night.

<h2>Cardiff Bathroom Accessories</h2>

This is another handy article found during my research into future bathroom installation blog posts, hope you find it handy.

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Bathroom Accessories – How To Choose

Strictly speaking, the term “bathroom accessories” refers to the products specifically designed for bathroom use and not to any old ornaments or decorations placed in and around the bathroom. Modern day home designers recognise the importance of the bathroom in modern day life and it is becoming increasingly common to see larger bathrooms advertised as major home features. Not so long ago, the bathroom was frequented on a necessity basis only. Now it is a personal retreat and a primary concern for home-seekers and home-sellers. Returning specifically to the theme of bathroom accessories, it is increasingly common to see basic items such as mirrors, towel holders, toilet roll holders, toothbrush holders, soap dishes, hand lotion dispensers and robe hooks. Whilst such bathroom accessories may be chrome in appearance and apparently clean and attractive as a result, the purpose of having them in the first place may be overlooked. This purpose is to keep your bathroom organised and functional. If you use a block of soap as opposed to liquid soap, then purchasing a soap dispenser will mean unnecessary expense and an immediate contribution to clutter. Of course aesthetics are always an issue with bathroom accessories, but primarily it is functionality for which they should be employed. Now it is an ironic truth that too many organisers make a mess, in much the same way as too many cooks spoil the broth (to quote a popular catch phrase). Care should be taken not to over do it. The proper use of bathroom accessories can make your bathroom functional, appealing and very interesting. If styling your bathroom around a particular theme, accessories can certainly help. For example, if you are opting for an oriental theme, choose say a toothbrush holder and mouth rinse vessel made of china with Chinese insignia. This is a very basic and obvious example, but it illustrates the point being made and sometimes it is the obvious things that are overlooked. Ultra modern bathroom themes would likely be best complimented with turquoise-coloured glass or chrome accessories, for example robe hooks, mirrors, spotlights, toilet roll holders and bins etc. A household accessory that is often overlooked in light of bathroom design is artwork. There are affordable paintings to suit literally any theme imaginable and that is no understatement when it comes to art. A painting can be themed to any bathroom design and with the right frame will give the bathroom that little extra life, without taking up any floor space or getting in the way. Again, stick to your theme or desired design using only the accessories that will be used on a day-to-day basis. Decorative ornaments are fine, but be careful not to use too many, otherwise decoration turns to clutter. There are many bathroom accessories not mentioned in this article, likely many that I don’t even know exist, so shop around and seek out the latest innovations by browsing online bathroom stores or your local retailer. The great thing about bathroom accessories is that they are relatively inexpensive and can be changed whenever you feel like it. Changing sanitaryware, painting walls and replacing tiles can prove expensive, but replacing a soap dish, a toilet seat, a painting or a toothbrush holder does not prove a cumbersome or expensive task.

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Yet another article I came across during my research into future blogging posts about bathrooms and bathrooms installations. This one will give you some great bathroom design ideas. I’m sure it will help those of you who are redesigning your bathroom or thinking of a new bathroom installation

Bathroom design guidelines.

Updating your bathroom designs involves more than just deciding what colour bath to pick! A re-design means that you can swap the layout and make room for a separate shower and more storage units. The first step is to plan the design as with kitchens, your local supplier will run off a computer-generated plan based on the bathroom’s dimensions and your particular requirements.

If you’re sticking with the same layout, make sure you measure your bathroom suite carefully before you go shopping for a replacement so that you know the new items will fit. Re-plumbing and re-wiring will push the cost up so stick with the existing service points if at all possible although this may not be unavoided if you want to change the positioning of the bathroom suite.

First decide on the correct place for the bath and/or shower. If your loo is in your bathroom, decide where this will go and then position the washbasin. Once the fittings are planned you can work out how to use the remaining space which, in modern bathrooms, may be quite limited. Some kind of storage, either cupboards or shelves – preferably both is required for toiletries, cleaning products, toilet rolls and children’s bath toys. If your bathroom is spacious you may also keep clean towels and your linen basket in there.

Choosing the bath and basin can be a time-consuming task. Even if you’re not opting for something like a jaccuzzi spa or indoor hot tub, baths come in all shapes and sizes standard oblong, rolltop bath, corner, curved, wider at one end than the other and colours. Unless you desperately yearn for a particular colour it’s best to stick with white. It’s clean-looking, inoffensive and will go with any colour you decide to use for paint and furnishings.

Taps, too, come in a bewildering array of styles – choose a design that will complement your bathroom. Before making your final decision on the bathroom suite it is helpful to check your plans with your plumber to see if there are any potential snags with the designs you have picked. Even if your window has frosted glass make sure you have a curtain or blind with ‘blackout’ lining unless you want neighbours or passers-by watching the silhouette of you bathing, washing or worse. When it comes to decoration, remember to use or specify, if someone else is doing the work grout that is resistant to steam and water. Similarly, choose paint and wallpaper that will stand up to heat and steam look in the ever-expanding ‘kitchen and bathroom’ ranges. Pale colours brighten a small bathroom, especially one with no natural daylight but it’s fun to experiment with colour. And a large mirror across one wall, especially the wall opposite the window, will help make a small bathroom look and feel much bigger and lighter. Floor coverings, too, come in all types of material and colour but avoid carpet which is impractical and unhygienic in the bathroom. If you’re installing a shower either as a separate feature or above the bath – investigate the different types before deciding which to choose. If you have high water pressure you could opt for a thermo shower which is connected direct to your heating system and keeps the water temperature even.

An electric shower system heats the water itself and is mostly used above the bath. Power showers will give you the ultimate shower experience, even if you have low water pressure. Look for a non-slip surface in both bath and shower. Speak with your plumber and find out that the drainage can take the amount of water your shower is producing an overflowing shower tray can cause serious problems. Above all, the main thing to remember when redesigning your bathroom is choose a design that works for your lifestyle.
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This is another article I came across during my research. In this one, the author tells of changing your bathroom, or plans to make when you have your bathroom installed. I’m sure it will give you some great bathroom ideas.

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<h2>Bathroom Design Layout – How to Make Your New Bathroom Look Appealing</h2>
By: Derek Farley

A perfect bathroom design layout beautifies the bathroom and makes it look splendid and royal. Appropriate choice of color, materials and layout locations in a creative manner can accentuate the look and feel of this room and make it stand out in your home.

You may try to change the look of the bathroom in such a way that it looks like a spa-retreat at your home itself. Imagine your home being a place to really unwind and relax in the real sense of the term! Bathroom designs are now going for the contemporary look that looks like a place of relaxation, rather than just mere places where you take a bath or wash-up in the morning or before going to bed.

It is better to increase the size of the room, to make sure that several elements within it are justified and beautified to the hilt. It is no surprise that existing homeowners are trying to increase the space of the bathroom while the new ones are looking for homes with bigger ones. The next important thing in the layout is the style. You can use fixtures as part of the overall design. The bathtub is one important element which needs to look more stylish and contemporary. Some of the designs that embrace contemporary usage include whirlpool tubs, free standing baths and copper basins to name just a few.

The modern design layout is a combination of materials like glass and chrome. The reflective surfaces of these materials can increase the glamorous look of the room and gel well with the overall design layout. People make use of glass tiles for the bathroom design because it renders an imaginative look. For those who prefer a dramatic touch, you can combine porcelain tiles along with glass. There is also a trend of using stainless steels for popular bathroom designs.

Cabinets and shower curtains are two important things that you cannot neglect. When a guest enters the room, the two things that catch his or her eyes are the shower curtain and the cabinets. The cabinets that you choose should match with the look and the size of the room. Though you may like to buy a fancy looking mirror, the important thing is that it should serve the primary function of being, well, a mirror. It is not necessary that the color of the bathroom should match with that of your entire house. However, they should preferably compliment each other well. It is recommended that you do not go for dark shades of color for your bathroom as that greatly decreases the chances that it will be matching to the rest of your home’s colors and style.

Thinking about all the elements in the layout design of your bathroom will ensure that you don’t make costly mistakes that you will need to fix at a later stage. Plan everything out before you begin the actual work and have a vision of what you want to achieve in the back of your mind. Good luck with designing the layout and most importantly, make sure you have fun while doing it!

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I was doing some research for future bathroom installation blog posts and I came across this article you may be interested in reading. In it, the author tells of current and emerging trends in bathrooms and bathroom installations, which I’m certain will help some of you who are interested in installing a new bathroom.

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Current And Emerging Design Trends In Bathrooms
By: Lawrence Wright

In today’s modern world the bathroom has become just as important as any other room in a home. No longer are they considered to be purely functional spaces which took up as little room as possible, they are now a main feature of interior design with the latest current and emerging trends being available to everyone at affordable prices.

Interior designers have created stunning styles which have been emerging over recent years offering the humble bathroom a whole new dimensions and new lease of life. Large bathrooms are in-vogue and are set to continue to be as people see their bathroom as place which is no longer solitary places, but shared rooms for relaxation, de-stressing along with functionality and purpose.

Wet rooms are one of the latest trends. These medium to large spaces are becoming increasingly popular as they offer the ideal showering solutions which are available with a wide range of added optional extras to make showering a more pleasurable experience. These rooms are designed without an enclosed shower cubicle, as such they maximise space by providing the feeling of openness and freedom. The shower heads are typically large round cascade styles which are ideal for providing all over water rather than directional jets. Body jets can also be installed to provide a multi directional showering experience to massage the whole body.

The room will need to be completely water tight, which is more commonly referred to as ‘tanking’, as there are no trays to confine the water. The floor is raised with a slight tilt towards the outlet to ensure complete drainage of water. Wet rooms usually have wall hung toilets and hand basins to maximise the floor area and give a sleek and uncluttered look to the room. As wet rooms cover the entire floor with water, adequate ventilation is required to enable the room to dry out properly. Opting for non slip flooring is also vital to prevent accidents.

Walk in showers are a great alternative to wet rooms as they confine the water with the shower tray, walls and doors. The latest designs are more capsule like in appearance rather than a traditional style cubicle. There are wide ranges of these types of showers available, including duo shower heads and body jets for sharing a shower, along with built in seating, lighting effects and sound systems these are the ultimate showering experience which is becoming increasingly popular.

Baths remain high on many people’s agendas when to comes to choosing their bathing options. Latest innovations include circular baths made from natural stone, or baths glass side panels, along with the revival in period free standing style slipper and Cambridge styles to create a unique charm which is ideal for those who live in a more traditional rather than contemporary styles of home.

With the wide choice of bathrooms available, all offering their own unique features and design styles, having a dream bathroom is no longer only for the wealthy or those who live in large houses. With affordable pricing along with different sizes and designs on the market it is possible for everyone to have a stunning bathroom in their home.

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