Take a dip

January 2007

There is nothing quite like relaxing in the comfort of your own home after a hard day at work. Having your own space in which to zone out from everyday life is a necessity in this day and age.

How we design our bathrooms - our most intimate of all rooms - is of utmost importance. We are becoming increasingly aware that the bathroom is our haven from daily life as well as acting as a place of fun and for the kids at bath time and a place of pampering! Plumbing, flooring and lighting all come into the equation when searching for the bathroom of your dreams, not to mention the fun part of choosing your accessories! Make it a fun experience but ensure you make the right choices with advice from Fishpool's expertly trained staff.

First thing you need to do is decide on the type of gifts that your mum has loved in the past because as I'm sure we're all well aware when it comes to mums, one size certainly doesn't fit all! Where some mums would shudder at the thought of being bought something practical, others would see an extravagant gift as pure frippery! It's not easy but hopefully you'll have enough years experience to know what gifts mum loves or loathes.

And it's not just the big things in bathrooms that count - it's all in the detail - the tiniest little thing such as jazzing up a simple hand basin with a striking designer tap can make all the difference. So whether you are starting from scratch or simply looking to update your bathroom, the options are endless.

By combining materials such as marble, oak and limestone a classical look can be created in the bathroom, whilst adding small touches such as clean lines of chrome can introduce a more modern element to the room. Keeping neutral tones in this type of living space creates a warm and inviting space - perfect for your oasis of calm!

Create a relaxing ambiance with lighting of your choice - whatever you decide, this is your private space which should be both calming and practical at the same time.

Accessories such as mirrors, soap dishes, towel rings, rails and scales can all be found in Fishpools' accessories department, adding the perfect finishing touches to your bathroom scheme. Take a look at the Miller collection, with a stainless steel finish, smooth and simple lines will always sit well in any contemporary bathroom. And why not add a variety of different towels in bright complimentary colours to jazz up a neutral bathroom - the Gemini collection.

For a practical yet attractive floor, synthetics such as vinyl, rubber and laminate are popular options, as are classic tiles which are the conventional choice for covering areas that get wet most. Choosing the right floor is important - getting the right one which will remain waterproof, easy to clean and provide the look which you are after sounds tricky but it needn't be. Go for large format tiles and mirrors to enhance the feeling of space which is great if you are a little short room. Small shelves in the shower or bath area can act as easy perching points for your collection of lotions and potions. Streamlined fittings and clever storage solutions such as these make efficient use of space in more compact bathrooms.

But whether it's a small or large space your bathroom should be both practical and enjoyable and all of that's possible when you make a visit to Fishpools.

Date published: March 2006. Please ask in store for the latest prices and details.

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