Archive for the 'Bathrooms' Category

Contemporary Bathroom Suites

Wednesday, January 25th, 2012

A beautiful bathroom suite can mean the difference between a functional space, with little thought for aesthetic décor, or a designer bathroom that is a pleasure to walk into and relax in.  In the mornings, a well-appointed suite can help you quickly get ready without feeling stressed, and you do not necessarily have to spend [...]

How to Tile Corners

Monday, January 9th, 2012

The main problem facing DIY enthusiasts attempting to tile internal corners of the home, such as bathrooms and kitchens, is that the corners are not normally perfectly square. As a result, small bits of tile need to be cut into the often unusual shapes required. The cut line of the tile can be made by [...]

How to add luxury to your bathroom

Sunday, January 8th, 2012

There are many bathroom suites and accessories available that will enable you to add a luxurious feel to your bathroom.  From solid wood cabinets to simple accessories such as fluffy towels, there are many types of furniture and accessories available to help you add extra luxury, style and comfort to your bathroom. You can create [...]

Unblocking Sinks and Baths

Wednesday, January 4th, 2012

Symptoms of Problems The classic symptom that your bathroom or kitchen plumbing requires attention is slow draining. The trouble with blockages is that they can often build up over a period of time, making it difficult to notice that the sink is gradually taking longer and longer to drain. However, when the blockage has built [...]

Types of Bathroom Taps

Sunday, December 25th, 2011

Is it time to replace your bathroom tap? Are you searching for a quick way to update the look of your bathrooms? If it’s been a while since you’ve gone shopping for bathroom suite fixtures, you may find it enlightening to take a look at the new varieties. There are several types of bathroom taps [...]

The Modern Bathroom Cabinet

Monday, December 12th, 2011

The world of bathroom cabinets has evolved in recent years.  Today, many bathroom cabinets are modern, multi-tasking marvels.  Admittedly, a bathroom cabinet with a mirror is not an amazing piece of bathroom furniture; however, a bathroom cabinet with an integrated shaver socket, lighting, and an automatic de-misting mirror is.  The modern alternatives to old-fashioned bathroom [...]

General Tiling Tips – Spacing and Cutting

Wednesday, December 7th, 2011

Tile Spacing When you lay tiles you will need to make sure they are spaced evenly for a professional finish.  You can either use tile spacers to ensure the same gap is left between each tile.  Alternatively though, you can lay the tile and then slide is a little in order to make sure it [...]

Ways to Unblock a Toilet

Tuesday, November 15th, 2011

There are a number of different methods that you can try when you need to unblock a toilet.  It is not one of the most pleasant of jobs you will ever undertake, but it is important to have patience and not get frustrated while doing it; the last thing you want to do is cause [...]

Bathroom Accessories and Decor

Monday, November 7th, 2011

Just by changing a few bathroom accessories, you can alter the entire look and feel of your bathroom.  Most bathrooms are designed in neutral colour palates, so adding accessories may be the only way to personalise the space. Shower curtains, for example, now come in a variety of colours and prints.  Some even feature art [...]

Cleaning a Shower Head

Friday, October 28th, 2011

Showerheads can eventually become less efficient when mineral deposits build-up.  Instead of buying a new one, it is easy enough to clean your current showerhead and save the money.  Unscrew the showerhead from the shower arm and place it on a table or workbench covered with a towel.  Take apart the showerhead, taking the time [...]