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To ask you to show me your bathrooms?

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ItsFineReally · 01/03/2025 16:29

I'm thinking of updating my bathroom but could so with some real life inspo rather than magazine images of bathrooms that are larger than my entire upstairs.

Would anyone oblige me by sharing some pictures of what they've had done recently?

And more importantly any pitfalls of current trends that you'd now advise against? My bathroom is now at least 15 years old so definitely behind the times.

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Holidaisy · 01/03/2025 20:58

Our bathroom is a small room and the bath was previously down one side which left no space for anything else. Moving the bath under the window was the best thing we did. I found lots of inspiration from posts on here. We’ve been impressed so far with Crosswater taps. We have no bath taps, the bath fills from the overflow and is controlled by the shower panel which I love as it means no bumped heads for children. Also an LED auto light under the vanity that comes on when you walk in, didn’t add hardly any extra cost but is amazing just enough low level light for a night time trip to the loo! After and before pics here.

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Donesaidtheunicorn · 01/03/2025 20:53

IMustDoMoreExercise · 01/03/2025 20:48

How do you find someone who will fit shower panels as I had problems a free years ago.

Also do panels use a lot of sealant?

Thanks

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it totally depends on the brand of panel - Nuance by Bushboard is the one I sell the most of. It’s completely waterproof. You use the dedicated adhesive and sealant to fit it and you’ll be good for years (I actually have it at home as well, so not just sales patter!).
A decent bathroom fitter should be able to fit as no specialist tools or products required.

Ilovelifeverymuch · 01/03/2025 20:53

Thanks, we love the bathroom.

We're actually currently working on my daughter's bathroom upstairs and the guest toilet downstairs, I'll share pics when we're done in a week or two but here is the current state. We carried the same themes as our primary bathroom.

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IMustDoMoreExercise · 01/03/2025 20:48

Donesaidtheunicorn · 01/03/2025 19:36

I work for a bathroom company, so this is my specialist subject!

I am begging you not to buy your products online - please please go and speak with your local bathroom retailer! Yes, it may be slightly more expensive than buying online but you’re paying for their knowledge and expertise, plus any after sales support you may need. Avoid online only retailers at all costs as you will be replacing it again within the next 2 years.

Agree with Vado being a good product, also check out Armera. For your brassware, try and go for a PVD brushed finish, rather than a Powder Coated Matt finish. Powder coating will peel off over time, where as PVD is physically a part of the surface, so no chance of peeling!

I’ve been in the industry for years and if you live anywhere south of Birmingham I can point you towards some decent showrooms

How do you find someone who will fit shower panels as I had problems a free years ago.

Also do panels use a lot of sealant?

Thanks

Lonelycrab · 01/03/2025 20:45

feellikezerobucks · 01/03/2025 19:43

@Lonelycrab can I ask what gold paint you have used in your 2nd pic...we've tried about 5 different types of gold paint, but none look like the finish I want, which you have achieved in your pic!!!

It was Johnstones feature wall gold.

You have to do a background coat of something like gold colours, orange or yellow. It’s quite thin paint so takes a good few coats. Does interesting things with reflections though.

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ItsFineReally · 01/03/2025 20:43

@PineappleCoconut
@Ilovelifeverymuch
I'm now going to spend Saturday night googling Japanese toilets / seats. I'm so rock 'n' roll.

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ItsFineReally · 01/03/2025 20:40

@LaPalmaLlama @Donesaidtheunicorn Good tips, thanks.

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ItsFineReally · 01/03/2025 20:36

Ilovelifeverymuch · 01/03/2025 19:35

I agree with the poster who said to avoid open faucets spouts, it's very hard to keep clean and I had to change it after a while, thankfully it wasn't an expensive faucet.

Here are pics of our primary bathroom which are remodelled last year.

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Wow, super fancy!

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Fidgety31 · 01/03/2025 20:24

I have matte black taps and shower fixtures and don’t have any water mark problems . It’s only toothpaste that shows on them .
i got them off amazon about £40ish

Ilovelifeverymuch · 01/03/2025 20:08

PineappleCoconut · 01/03/2025 19:48

Fancy toilet seat is one of these.

I wanted a full Japanese toilet. DH wasn't keen. This was a cheap(er) compromise and it's been in 5+ years and is good.

It washes and dries.
And heats the seat for you.

And I was very smug during the covid toilet paper shortages

https://www.victorianplumbing.co.uk/smart-bidet-toilet-seat-tsb003?pagetype=shopping&skwcid=AL%2115853%213%21%21%21%21x%21%21&gclsrc=aw.ds&gaddsource=1&gbraid=0AAAAADSoLYth9CkcfeLdBysaqmyScwtw&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI3MGl5tHpiwMVyYBQBh10vTfqEAQYASABEgLNtfDDBwE

They are game changers aren't they? We installed a smart toilet as well, love the heated seats in winter, the seats auto lifting, self flushing when you get up and self close, and the bidet functionality.

PineappleCoconut · 01/03/2025 19:48

Fancy toilet seat is one of these.

I wanted a full Japanese toilet. DH wasn't keen. This was a cheap(er) compromise and it's been in 5+ years and is good.

It washes and dries.
And heats the seat for you.

And I was very smug during the covid toilet paper shortages

https://www.victorianplumbing.co.uk/smart-bidet-toilet-seat-tsb003?pagetype=shopping&skwcid=AL%2115853%213%21%21%21%21x%21%21&gclsrc=aw.ds&gaddsource=1&gbraid=0AAAAADSoLYth9CkcfeLdBysaqmyScwtw&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI3MGl5tHpiwMVyYBQBh10vTfqEAQYASABEgLNtfDDBwE

Moanyoldcow · 01/03/2025 19:43

Cucy · 01/03/2025 19:38

What a gorgeous colour!

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Thank you - it makes me really happy. 😊

feellikezerobucks · 01/03/2025 19:43

@Lonelycrab can I ask what gold paint you have used in your 2nd pic...we've tried about 5 different types of gold paint, but none look like the finish I want, which you have achieved in your pic!!!

cardibach · 01/03/2025 19:39

Donesaidtheunicorn · 01/03/2025 19:36

I work for a bathroom company, so this is my specialist subject!

I am begging you not to buy your products online - please please go and speak with your local bathroom retailer! Yes, it may be slightly more expensive than buying online but you’re paying for their knowledge and expertise, plus any after sales support you may need. Avoid online only retailers at all costs as you will be replacing it again within the next 2 years.

Agree with Vado being a good product, also check out Armera. For your brassware, try and go for a PVD brushed finish, rather than a Powder Coated Matt finish. Powder coating will peel off over time, where as PVD is physically a part of the surface, so no chance of peeling!

I’ve been in the industry for years and if you live anywhere south of Birmingham I can point you towards some decent showrooms

I did my bathroom in lockdown. Online was the only option. It’s all good so far… I didn’t want a generic matchy matchy bathroom. If you know what you want and use reputable companies online is fine. Better, in all probability.

Kay286 · 01/03/2025 19:39

Whoops forgot to add photos

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Cucy · 01/03/2025 19:38

Moanyoldcow · 01/03/2025 17:54

NC as mine is quite distinctive

What a gorgeous colour!

Kay286 · 01/03/2025 19:38

I just had mine done and originally wanted the black fixtures but realised the cleaning would be horrible and date quickly , so I went with this which i think it pretty low key and classic - love my giant shower :)

Donesaidtheunicorn · 01/03/2025 19:36

I work for a bathroom company, so this is my specialist subject!

I am begging you not to buy your products online - please please go and speak with your local bathroom retailer! Yes, it may be slightly more expensive than buying online but you’re paying for their knowledge and expertise, plus any after sales support you may need. Avoid online only retailers at all costs as you will be replacing it again within the next 2 years.

Agree with Vado being a good product, also check out Armera. For your brassware, try and go for a PVD brushed finish, rather than a Powder Coated Matt finish. Powder coating will peel off over time, where as PVD is physically a part of the surface, so no chance of peeling!

I’ve been in the industry for years and if you live anywhere south of Birmingham I can point you towards some decent showrooms

LaPalmaLlama · 01/03/2025 19:36

Don't do hexagonal tiles unless you want to spend a lot on labour. They are hard to cut and fit, especially if they need to match a pattern/ tones.

Ilovelifeverymuch · 01/03/2025 19:35

whatsappdoc · 01/03/2025 17:48

We have black matte taps and shower fitments and we have no problem keeping them clean. Maybe it's hard water? The only time it's noticeable they need wiping down is after toothpaste spatter from an electric toothbrush. Ugh!

I agree with the poster who said to avoid open faucets spouts, it's very hard to keep clean and I had to change it after a while, thankfully it wasn't an expensive faucet.

Here are pics of our primary bathroom which are remodelled last year.

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whatsappdoc · 01/03/2025 19:29

@ItsFineReally Just spotted a pp said the black coating comes off and we have noticed a bit of peeling on one of the sink hole pop up covers. But I can't remember where that came from.

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ItsFineReally · 01/03/2025 19:28

whatsappdoc · 01/03/2025 19:23

@ItsFineReally Top notch I wish! Our black sink mixer taps were from Ikea. £20 each. Our concealed shower fittings were from Bigbathrooms £250. Not big spenders as you can see. 😀

Maybe cheap is the way then, as the general consensus seems to be steer clear!

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cardibach · 01/03/2025 19:28

ItsFineReally · 01/03/2025 19:27

That looks so relaxing! Love the vibe.

The trouble with having more painted surfaces is the paint peeling from the condensation but maybe we just need a more powerful extractor.

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I have no extractor. I open the window and shut the door after showers. No peeling.

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ItsFineReally · 01/03/2025 19:27

cardibach · 01/03/2025 19:20

I finally have the bathroom if my dreams (at 60). I don’t like too much tiling - it’s a bit serial killer.

That looks so relaxing! Love the vibe.

The trouble with having more painted surfaces is the paint peeling from the condensation but maybe we just need a more powerful extractor.

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whatsappdoc · 01/03/2025 19:23

@ItsFineReally Top notch I wish! Our black sink mixer taps were from Ikea. £20 each. Our concealed shower fittings were from Bigbathrooms £250. Not big spenders as you can see. 😀