Although one of the more unpleasant jobs in a DIY enthusiast’s repertoire, unblocking a toilet is probably one of the most important. Not many of us can survive long without access to the lavatory and a faulty toilet can soon leave you with pools of water all over your bathroom floor. Luckily, fixing a blocked [...]
Dilemma One Leaking taps can disturb your peace, especially if you are trying to rest, but they also create health problems. Excess damp can cause lime scale and mould in areas of your bathroom suite around the edges of the bath or sink, as well as along window bases. A dripping tap may waste up [...]
Tiling is ubiquitous in homes, on the walls or floor, or both. Over time, tiles can become cracked or damaged and every DIY enthusiast will be required to repair, replace, or install tiles at some time during their lifetime. To start, homeowners should use plumb-line and a spirit level to locate the mid-point of the [...]
An electric shower can make an ideal alternative if your bathroom layout is such that it will be difficult to install a conventional one. An electric shower contains powerful units to heat water as it passes through the device, and apart from this operative difference, it can be used with other bathroom accessories just like [...]
With an uncertain housing market and the credit crunch, an increasing number of people are refurbishing their homes rather than just selling them and moving on. Do It Yourself (DIY) is growing in popularity and one of the major areas of reconstruction is the bathroom. There are many UK DIY TV programmes that reveal that [...]
One of the most important pieces of furniture in a bathroom, apart from the bath and lavatory, is the cabinet. This vital item has often been overlooked and seen as purely a functional object but, over the past decade, the bathroom cabinet has come of age. When remodelling a bathroom it is important to take [...]
There are many ways to improve the look of your bathroom, and none is easier than to invest in quality Ideal Standard bathroom accessories. From simple and functional pieces like bath mats, both inside the bath for slip-free safety and outside for snuggling into with wet feet fresh from bathing, to more design orientated, functional [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]