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Bathroom lighting zones explained

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Bathroom lighting zones explained

The right lighting can make a big difference to the look and feel of your bathroom and it's important to select the right type for the tasks being carried out.   For example, you'll need bright task lighting around your sink and your mirror to make shaving, teeth brushing and make-up application easier.   But the bathroom is a place of relaxation too, so you'll probably want some dimmer mood lighting that you can switch on when you're soaking in the tub.   You may also want to add in some additional lighting to illuminate dark corners or the inside...

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A guide to shower trays

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A guide to shower trays

Shower trays aren't really a bathroom feature you can get excited about, but they do play a big role in how effective and enjoyable your shower is.   The type of tray you'll need depends on where you're planning to put your shower and what kind of design you're going for. Take a look at a quick overview of some of your options below.   Rectangular shower trays A rectangular shower tray may be the best option if you have a large bathroom with space to spare, as this type of model is generally designed to provide as much showering...

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How to choose your ideal bath

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How to choose your ideal bath

For some people it's simply there because the bathroom would look odd without it. For others, it's an absolute godsend after a long hard day at work.   Choosing a bath is therefore a very personal decision, and the right one for you will depend on how often you use it, how much space you have and the overall design of your bathroom. So what should you think about when buying a new bath?   Shape Often the shape and size of your bathroom will dictate what shape bath you can buy, but even a standard rectangular bath can come...

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How to choose the right toilet for your bathroom

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How to choose the right toilet for your bathroom

A toilet's a toilet right? It has one very important job to do, and as long as it works, there's little to differentiate one from the other, apart from colour and shape.   Wrong. There is a lot more to choosing a toilet than just picking out one that looks nice. Here we list some of the factors you should consider when installing a new toilet in your bathroom.   Height The standard height of a toilet from the floor to the top of the bowl is between 14 and 15 inches, or 35.5 and 38 cm if you don't...

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It's time to fit a heated towel rail before winter

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It's time to fit a heated towel rail before winter

As the cold weather creeps in you'll want your bathroom to look and feel as warm and as cosy as possible, and what better way than to install a heated towel rail?   These stylish appliances look great and are extremely practical, and there are numerous designs and types available, whether you want one that connects to your gas central heating system or one that will warm up your bathroom electrically.   First and foremost, they provide a handy place to dry and warm your towels, although their name kind of gives that away right? No longer will you have...

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