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Anyone who works in luxury bathroom design is reluctant to describe something as ‘cool’. However, when it comes to bathrooms that have been given the New York treatment, no other word quite captures the essence. In fact, we’ll go one step further and say ‘classic cool’!
At the heart of the style are the metro tiles. Inspired by the New York City Subway, these tiles are set in a brick style and grouted in contrasting black or charcoal. This dividing colour becomes an effective design element that you can use to reinforce the overall pattern.
The distance between the tiles can significantly affect the look of the room. Narrow grout lines result in a very crisp looking wall, while a wider gap (4-5mm) lends an intense graphic effect, drawing the eye to a distinct grid.The overall effect is a utilitarian, neutral classicism that can add genuine balance between the modern and the traditional, making it the perfect backdrop to a vintage style, claw-footed cast iron bath, such as the Salcombe
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We spend so much time thinking about which paint colour, tiles, shower curtains, fittings and, of course, cast iron baths would work best in our bathrooms. But what about art?The bathroom is either the perfect place for hanging art, or the worst. It’s all about what you want to get from it.
If you love to spend hours of your life soaking in the luxury of your cast iron bath, then hanging some of your favourite art on the walls is a great idea. It gives you the opportunity to really appreciate them while you are fully relaxed.
What’s more, the right art in the right place can have a transformative effect in your bathroom. Whether you go for a gallery-style wall with lots of artwork, or a large painting, or a small piece that holds a special place in your heart, art can help you reinvent your bathroom and enhance the overall composition, guiding the eye through the room.
One downside to putting art in the bathroom is that it is a private room and your guests won't be able to appreciate the
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It's Christmas again! And what a year it has been – thank you for helping us make it so special. We are looking forward to sharing more bathroom delights with you in the very near future... but until then, we wish you a very merry Christmas, and we hope Santa brings you everything you asked for. -
We all know that YOUR YOUR cast iron or copper roll top bath is the perfect place for sinking into a world of beautiful, deep relaxation. But did you know it can be equally as uplifting, giving you the boost you need to prepare for a fabulous Christmas party season?
When it comes to perking up your mood, we think essential oils are, well, essential! All you need is a few drops in the bath and those refreshing scents will work their magic – reviving and rejuvenating you, and giving you the energy you need to make this festive season one to remember.
Here’s what we recommend to put a spring in your step:
Thyme – A sweet, herbal, peppery scent that will refresh the mind and raise your spirits (only use in very low concentration as it can irritate the skin)
Lemon – A fruity and zesty fragrance that uplifts the mood with its anti-depressant qualities
Balsam pine – A clean, Christmassy scent that promotes vitality and stimulation
Orange – A strong citrusy and sweet scent that will elevate your
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