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November 21st, 2011 by steph

Cloakroom bathroom

An extra toilet room can be a great addition to any home; especially convenient for large family households or for those who like to entertain guests. The same rules apply here as with renovating any other room in the house and as always, preparation is a huge factor. Household cloakroom toilets are very useful; well positioned (as they are normally located on the ground floor of a house and usually used only for storage) and large enough to install at least a new toilet and washing basin. Taking advantage of these rooms and using them to their full potential can leave many homeowners quite pleased and content with their renovation results.

The key to creating cloakroom toilets is space management; planning far ahead and measuring the dimensions of the room can help massively later on when shopping for toilet and sink units. This can prevent mistakes and an overcrowding of fixtures when during installation. Be sure to take exact measurements of the room and keep these figures handy when shopping for and measuring toilets, washing basins (and even showers if you’re lucky enough to have the extra space!).

There are many products available to you which can give you all the amenities of a regular bathroom on a slightly smaller scale. Find correct measurements for all desired fixtures and units and consider how much room they will take up. Cloakroom toilets should ideally fit nicely into the corner or against the wall; avoid having them positioned to far into the middle of the room to save extra space.

A great way of adding a spacious feel to smaller rooms is by letting natural light into the area. Consider adding a small window if you have the means to do so, this can not only let in fresh air to air out the room and keep it fresh but it also allows the light to illuminate the room and create a larger feel. Adding smaller features can help to save son space; instead of adding a large towel rail, just add a wall mounted hook or hoop to hang hand towels on. Add a small waste bin rather than a full sized one; save space wherever possible to make the most of a renovated cloakroom bathroom.

Finally, be sure to add a sturdy lock to the bathroom door; when it comes down to it a bathroom is a bathroom and visitors would not want to compromise on privacy no matter what the location of the bathroom.

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November 14th, 2011 by steph

Quadrant Shower Enclosure

As the New Year approaches many people look to start remodelling and refurbishing our homes; disposing of old living room suites, tearing up faded carpets and replacing old curtains are great ways of throwing out the old and bringing in the new. But some homeowners may be looking to add a little more ‘oomph’ to their houses, in both style and practicality; this is certainly achievable as we turn our attention to our bathrooms. Adding a new shower to a home can prove to be a fantastic move; choosing from some of the best showers available can really add that ‘wow’ factor to your household bathroom.

Before setting your heart on a particular shower enclosure, measure up your bathroom to find out how much room you have to spare, this way you know which the best showers are for you and your home.

Our shower enclosures come in a variety of shapes and sizes, each contributing to the design and style of modern bathrooms in their own unique way. Those who are looking for a corner enclosure will love our quadrant shower enclosures; these curved and stylish showers provide a luxurious and modern looking place to wash away the stress of the day. With perfectly clear glass and a bar handles that complement the elegant design wonderfully, the quadrant enclosures are by far the best showers for those who are looking to add an enclosure and continue to save space in the bathroom.

Alternatively, some of the best showers available are our quadrant steam enclosures; these are certainly the ultimate bathroom luxury. These cubicles are not only fantastic showering units but have the added benefit of a built in steam system to create your own personal home sauna! This can aid weight loss and is a fantastic way to unwind and relax tense muscles; steam shower cubicles are surely one of our most luxurious and modern shower options.

You are sure to find the perfect shower for your bathroom in the range of shower units and enclosures we stock at Branded Bathrooms, whether you are looking for a small but stylish, space saving enclosure or a more luxurious and modern steam shower unit. Remember; be sure to measure the area of your bathroom and account for any other decorations or fixtures before you settle on how much room you will have left over for your desired enclosure.