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Choosing the Perfect Taps

November 12th, 2012 by steph

 

Choosing the taps for your bathroom can be an extremely difficult decision. Taps can often bring the decisive, finishing touch to the overall look of the room, which makes it vitally important that you make the right choice. The problem however, is that there are so many different factors to consider, that creating the right combination becomes much harder than you’d first expect. Not to worry though. Here you’ll find a selection of easy to follow tips, which will help you to make the right choices and add the perfect finishing touch to your bathroom décor.

Shape

The shape of your bathroom taps can have a massive impact on the rooms’ appearance. There is a wide selection of tap shapes; from square to spherical and round to semi-circular. The best way to optimise the style of the room through tap shape is to match them up with the mirrors. So, for example, if you have square mirrors purchase round taps, if you have circular mirrors purchase circular taps etc. This will add a feel of stylish consistency to your bathroom and allow both the mirror and the tap to blind into an overall interior design.

Bathroom Décor

The key to choosing the perfect tap lies mainly in the décor that surrounds it, meaning that modern taps suit a contemporary bathroom décor, whereas traditional taps suit a classical décor. So, for instance, a sleek, metallic style within the bathroom would be complimented perfectly by a curved tap with a chrome finish.

Ease of Use

Alongside style, the perfect tap must also be highly functional. This is hugely important, as you want the equipment in your bathroom to easy and quick to use. Taps that require twisting may be difficult for some people, like the elderly, to operate. Therefore, taps that offer easy use become a massive part of the decision process. You can purchase taps with an easy lift lever, or, if you have an ultra-modern bathroom, get rid of the handle all together with a sensor operated laser tap.

Flexibility

Continuing the need for functional taps, flexibility is another important factor in selecting your perfect tap. Some taps are fixed in one set position. Whilst this will probably not be a regular issue, there will be times when its lack of movement will restrict what you can achieve. Taps that swivel can be invaluable, especially if it is installed in a tight space, like a cloakroom suite, where there is little room to manoeuvre.

Keep these tips in mind and not only will your decision making process be a lot easier and quicker, you will also have the tap that is perfect for you, both in style and convenience.

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Creating an Illusion of Space in the Bathroom

November 5th, 2012 by steph

Unless you live in a custom built home with a luxurious walk-in wardrobe, balcony and games room you probably wish your bathroom was bigger. Without knocking down a wall or adding any additional square footage, you can feel a little less cramped with our top Tapshop tips, which will make your bathroom feel a little less claustrophobic.

Adding the Right Coat of Paint

This is where most people go wrong. Pale, light colour schemes tend to give the illusion of a larger area of space. We’re not saying that the whole room has to be pristine white, with white fixtures and fittings, especially to you trend followers. Add a little ‘zing’ to your bathroom by adding bright accessories or a bright feature wall. Try a lime green that will create a fresh, airy atmosphere, or a pastel green to create a cool serene sanctuary. These colours and designs will create the illusion of space with only a paintbrush and a pot of paint.

Cutting Back on Things which Stick Out                     

You would be surprised at how the smallest piece of furniture or accessory can suddenly make your room seem to shrink. Removing wall shelves and replacing them with a streamlined cabinet will dramatically transform the size and feel of the room in a matter of seconds. Of course, you may need some of the pieces for comfort or uses, but if your bathroom looks a lot bigger without them, try and think of some other ways to supply the space you need.

Say Goodbye to Visual Obstructions

It may have seemed a good idea at the time, but without you even knowing, a frosted glass style will have made your room look a lot smaller, by obstructing your view of the room. Replacing frosted glass or shower curtains with clear glass will create a continuous streamlined look, making your bathroom look a lot larger. Eliminating shower doors altogether and replacing them with clear glass which can be pushed back would be the easiest and most effective option for this design.

A neat, tidy and clean bathroom will always look larger and more spacious than a cluttered, dirty one! Spend a little time organising storage areas and make the most of what you have. Just because your bathroom is small doesn’t means it has to look small. Show off your sense of colour and style in a bathroom which makes the most of its limited space.

 

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What Bathroom Style Is For You?

May 8th, 2011 by steph

Whether you’re investing in a whole new suite or just applying some subtle changes, it’s worth considering what kind of bathroom taps are for you. There are certain aspects to take into account on the design front before purchasing new taps for your bathroom.

Colour scheme is one of the major factors to consider when purchasing new products. Obviously you want all your accessories to match, so it may be worth checking whether there are other accessories available for purchase, which complement the style of tap you have in mind. There are some very popular themes that a lot of domestic bathrooms apply. I like to categorise them as:-

  • Clean cut – The typical colour scheme of a “clean cut” bathroom are variables of white and neutral shades. There aren’t many accent colours, leaving the bathroom having a very clean feel about it, a popular choice given the purpose of a bathroom. The pale colours also allow the bathroom to reflect a lot of light, be it natural or from a light fixture.

clean bathroom tap

A clean cut bathroom is all about simplicity and functionality. This bath mixer tap is great for functionality, the sculpted lever handles provide a better grip are great for using if you have wet hands. The sleek design also give the design a modern yet simple feel.

  • Traditional – These have a very homely feel and have a style that would perfectly suit a cottage. Think warm beiges and earthly tones combined with accessories that will never outdate, the colour scheme is generally soft with no harsh tones. The sinks are often on pedestals basins and the bathroom has a generally warm and welcoming feel to it.

traditional mixer tap

Having hot and cold taps separate is typical of traditional bathroom. However, mixer taps are more convenient, especially for washing hands so this fixture combines the traditional feel whilst still having a mixer tap.

  • Modern – Popular in newly built apartments. These bathrooms are generally colour schemed using the greyscale with one accent colour. The whole point of “stylish” bathrooms is that they adhere to the “minimalist” effect, creating the illusion of more space than there actually is. They generally contain chrome accessories as chrome reflects light and have a mirror effect, adhering with the idea of creating space.

modern bathroom tap

Funky and individual designs are perfect for modern bathrooms as there are minimal accessories, meaning the style is crucial. The sharp cubic design is eye-catching and having a waterfall style flow is more unique than a regular mixer. Not forgetting the chrome effect will reflect the light.

  • Luxury – Having a luxurious bathroom is all about creating a prestigious feel, whilst enjoying an environment that is perfect for relaxation and pampering. Luxurious bathrooms tend to have celebrity-like connotations and give the user a feeling of importance but do not need to actually cost the earth. Thick and soft bathmats suggest pampering, when stepped on they cushion the feet creating a luxurious feel.

luxury bath tap

The tap’s wide sizing creates a feeling of importance and is perfect for a large bath. The waterfall effect is more relaxing than the regular bath fillers’ water flow, relaxing the user before they even get in the bath.

Understanding what kind of bathroom you have or are aiming for is imperative when choosing what style of tap to have fitted. By choosing a tap that adheres to the style of your bathroom you can rest assured the style of your bathroom will flow.

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Spice Up Your Bathroom

September 3rd, 2010 by Mark Farrell

If you are looking to spice up your bathroom a bit or completely redesign it then little added touches can make your bathroom look like new. Many people don’t think about it, but little touches as far as shower curtains, rugs, mats and flooring can help add some colour and zest to your cleansing area. If your bathroom is small, medium sized or large, small touches will still make a difference. These accessories are also inexpensive so your pockets will not feel a dent and neither will your budget.

Start out with something simple such as a colorful shower curtain. Make sure to choose earthly or fluorescent colors. Peach, tan, gold, coffee, cream, mauve, wine lavender and rose are great colors that add a hint of elegance to your bathroom area. Once you’ve picked the color that you desire, shop for that color shower curtain.  On the other hand you could always choose something similar to the below:

If you can’t find the colour that you want try a neutral color such as white or a dark color like black or chocolate brown, these colors go perfect with the colors mentioned above so it’s ok to blend them together. Now you can move on to bath rugs. Try not to over accessorise with rugs but one or two will be perfect for comfort as well as style. Make sure to try and match your curtains, rugs and other accessories with the same color scheme or two colors that blend well together.  Or not its up to you as you would probably find it hard to get a blood stained rug (or would you) Blood Stained Bath Mat

Now that you have chosen your rugs and shower curtain it’s time to pick out some toilet seat covers and some other little bath and body things to keep the ambiance flowing, in your bathroom. Toilet seat covers aren’t a necessity, however they are inexpensive, they add color and they keep your toilet heads from getting dirty faster and hold less germs. Aside from this toilet seat covers are convenient and hassle free.  OK so I couldn’t find a blood stained toilet seat cover, which did surprise me especially when I found the shower curtain and mat so instead ive gone for ducks.  Ducks are good:

You can also add hand towels that match the colors of your rugs, curtain and seat cover. In addition to the items that were previously discussed you can add little things to accent your bathroom. Antibacterial soaps that have a perfume type smell are always great for family and guests, scented lotions such as lavender, coconut, musk etc are great and provide a touch of class. You can also add perfumed soaps if you want to shake things up a bit.

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