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How to Make an Easy to Clean Bathroom Everybody loves the satisfaction of having an easy to clean bathroom that looks the part! In the bathroom industry we are always looking for ways to make a bathroom more of an easy to clean area. When it comes to cleaning in the bathroom the main area
What heat output is required? One of the main aspects of creating your new bathroom is ensuring that the heating works correctly. Everyone wants to be provided with comfort and warmth in their home, and this is especially true within the bathroom. The way to achieve this inside a bathroom is like any other room,
When planning your dream bathroom keep these design tips in mind and you will be able to plan your perfect bathroom in no time at all. These tips will help you start the process of designing your new bathroom that you’ll love for years to come. These pointers give you a great starting point so
Bathroom Storage Ideas from the Experts A key feature when planning for the perfect bathroom is to include storage. The great thing when designing most bathrooms is that storage can be created in many ways such as clever hidden storage, exposed or integrated. With modern houses being smaller clever storage is essential in the modern
Can you use dark tiles in a small bathroom? If you were a fly on the wall on a busy day in our showroom, you are guaranteed to hear couples having the long standing debate about which tiles would work best in their bathroom. It wouldn’t be long before the comment is made that a
Gadgets for your Perfect Bathroom From Doug Cleghorn Bathrooms Utopia Lustre illuminated Mirror Cabinet The Lustre Mirror Cabinet is packed with features and is the perfect for any modern style bathroom. This cabinet comes with internal glass shelves and mirrors which is illuminated by an overhead LED light and an under cabinet mood light with
Black bathrooms the new luxury look in bathrooms. Black bathroom fixtures and fittings first starting making an appearance in New York in 2016 in the luxury multi-million dollar apartments. This trend has now made it’s way across the pond and bathroom brass-ware and shower enclosure manufacturers are scrambling to catch up. As always it tends
If you’re looking to have a new bathroom fitted, you’re probably going to need a new shower too. Of course, not everyone is clued up when it comes to the different types of showers but at Doug Cleghorn Bathrooms we certainly have you covered. From a technical point of view and one easy way to
Soak in style with a luxury freestanding bath. What is a Freestanding Bath? A freestanding bath is an up-to-date version of the traditional bathtub. Rather than being nestled into a corner of the bathroom, a freestanding bath is finished on all sides and able to stand alone. An increasingly popular feature in modern bathroom renovations,
If you haven’t done already, it’s time to get reacquainted with brass in luxury bathroom design. A metallic alloy made up of copper and zinc, brass has actually been about for around two thousand years or so but that doesn’t mean to say that this metal is old hat. One of the biggest material trends
At Doug Cleghorn Bathrooms, we’re avid believers that any size of bathroom can be made beautiful. Whether you’ve been blessed with a ton of extra space or your small bathroom is no bigger than fun size, our savvy design team will not only ensure your design looks sensational but that it maximises what space you
Bathroom tiles- 5 trends to look out for in 2018 When it comes to fabulous bathroom design, bathroom tiles certainly have a huge role to play. No longer seen as a necessity that serves a functional purpose, these days bathroom tiles additionally need to be gorgeous too. They are also able to make or break
A pile of towels here, an array of bottles there, there’s nothing worse than too much clutter that makes your head spin. According to beautiful home blog, The Spruce, clutter can have a massive impact on our health but getting organised will actually help to improve our daily routines and is guaranteed to make our
At Doug Cleghorn Bathrooms, our adept team of designers are always mindful of the importance of well-thought-out bathroom lighting. Playing a key part in the interior design scheme of any room, successful bathroom lighting is all about mixing layers perfectly. Also able to take a room from drab to fab in an instant, don’t be
News just in! As a nation, we are spending more and more time in the bathroom. Over the course of their lifetime, it is estimated that the average person spends around 2 whole years in the bathroom. It is also the first place we start our day and the last place we finish it. If
His and hers sinks in luxury bathroom design Symmetrical, double the personal space and twice the convenience, there’s no doubt that his and hers sinks are a striking addition to any luxury bathroom design. The tempo of life has also increased and with modern couples now leading typically busier lives, they simply need access
Undertaking a major bathroom remodel can easily feel like a daunting task. Before you’ve even chosen your new bathroom suite, you’ll need to hire a team of professional workmen and make some crucial decisions about the new bathroom layout, plumbing, tiling, electrics and much more. From providing you with a luxurious and functional space to
We’re nearing the end of 2017 we’ve seen a number of bathroom trends over the past year. From elegant period style through to luxury wet rooms. We’ve taken a look at our top 3 2017 bathroom trends. 1. Period Bathrooms Period bathrooms have made a comeback recently with the home owner looking to be in
Make a splash with colour in your bathroom. With your new dream bathroom, you don’t have to be scared to make a splash with some exciting, stand-out colours for your new bathroom. If you want a vibrant, unique but stunning bathroom anyway… This post is all about using different colours and how to use
Don’t be afraid to use black in your bathroom. We all know bathrooms are nearly always a place which is decorated light and made to have a very airy feel to it which is normally embedded with glossy white surfaces. Even if you’re considering adding colour, black rarely is a choice that would be considered. Even
If you’re looking for a new bathroom read our expert guide to help design the bathroom you’ve always dreamed of. Whatever your size of bathroom you’ll want to get the best for your money with your new bathroom. As a bathroom company we specialise in supplying only the very best quality products. We’ve put a
Painted Freestanding Baths Painted freestanding baths are a great addition to any bathroom whether it’s a traditional or modern bathroom. It also allows you to match your bath with the colour scheme of your bathroom. Alternatively it can be used to create a contrast. It can be done with cast iron, acrylic or stone resin
The Victorian era brought with it wholesome bathroom design changes especially for newest middle class homes; this led to the emergence of the famously known Victorian bathroom design. Indoor plumbing including drainage and water supply was introduced during this time for all new houses. Initially, water was heated on the kitchen stove and then carried
Over the past 10 years we’ve seen a sharp increase in the sale of low cost unbranded bathroom suites online. As a company we have fitted our fair share of them. I don’t think we have ever fitted one without coming across some sort of problem, either parts missing, doors not fitting correctly or water