Bath Shower Ha Na

Well, as I’ve been hinting around here and elsewhere, I got a wild hair at the weekend and decided to paint the bathroom. I haven’t shown much of my bathroom on my blog because it was just so blah with cream tiles, crummy cream laminate flooring that never quite looks clean, a swirly artex ceiling (mmm sexy) , white walls and a very large mirror that’s antiquing a bit – and not in a good way.  We have talked about ripping out the whole thing and starting again many times but the kitchen remodel has taken priority and the bathroom has taken a back seat. I had put a framed print and a shelf up months ago and finally decided to move a second print into the room last weekend which had been in the hallway just outside the bathroom.  It was only once I decided the second print actually added something to the room that I decided to just take the plunge and work with what I have until the time comes when we can look at spending proper money and energy on a remodel. One of the first times I ...

Are you in desperate need of some me time so that you can recharge your energy levels? You could choose a bold colour pallete for a more revitalising and dramatic, but stylish end result . Perhaps transforming your bathroom into a serene spa is the answer. A spa-style bathroom is a clean-lined and clutter-free environment that exudes a calming atmosphere and acts as your own personal sanctuary and getaway in your own home. Clearing clutter, using muted colours, soft lighting and well placed task lighting, as well as adding a few luxurious accessories to enhance the in-home spa look are just some of the things you can do to transform your bathroom. Organise and declutter To create a sense of serenity, it is imperative that your bathroom be well organised and that there is sufficient storage space for all your sanitaryware essentials – this will not only lessen your anxiety, but it will help create an instant calming effect . To clear out ...

European bathrooms can be quirky by American standards. Your hotel’s WC may come with luxurious heated towel racks — or a rattling fan and leaky sink. Just keep an open mind, and remember that nothing beats a good bathroom story when you get home. No matter what, my advice is to wash up quickly and get out and about in the place you came to enjoy. First, don’t expect big spaces . Over the years, hotel owners have carved out chunks of elegant bedrooms to shoehorn in prefab private bathrooms — and they can be very tight. Counter space is often limited, and showers can be surprisingly tight, especially if you’re a larger person. Be careful bending over to pick up a dropped bar of soap — you might just hit your head on the toilet or sink. Even in top-end hotels, I find some things poorly designed . Once, I used a particularly narrow shower stall with the hot/cold lever directly in the center. If I nudged it accidently while washing, it would either scald or freeze me....

Frameless shower screens , double basins and large mirrors maximise the selling features o THE bathroom, along with the kitchen, is a focal point for homebuyers and potential tenants. When renovating your property, the bathroom should be one of your priorities. Like the kitchen, make sure you use neutral colours for tiles and paint. The best colours are whites and off-whites. As the bathroom is a wet area, you should use a mould-resistant paint, especially on the ceiling. The vanity unit, shower, toilet and bath need to tone into the colours of the paint and tiles. If you are renovating an expensive property, you may wish to use tiles from floor to ceiling. However, weigh up the cost of doing so, and if you’ll get more money back than you spend, go for it. If it’s a small unit or a cheaper home, it may not be worth the cost. This is also true for expensive fittings, the use of marble/granite, and luxuries such as heated towel racks or toilet seats. Be careful not to overcapitalise. I...