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14 Aug

Posted at 06:31h in Articles, Our Services

Installing an en suite in your home to add value is a solid idea that’s been around for many years, and the fact of the matter remains: adding an ensuite to your home will add value. If you’ve been thinking about installing an ensuite in your home but are worried that you don’t have the space or ideas, read on for a little helpful guidance… If Space is your Concern… A clever way to create enough space for an en suite is to shave some off a bedroom or bedrooms (depending on the layout of your home). If you struggle with technical drawing or planning, it’s a good idea to consult a professional bathroom installers for help. Here at Bespoke Bathrooms, we offer a no obligation, no fee consultation for potential customers as well as a site visit. If you’re happy with what we have to say...

30 Jul

Posted at 07:25h in Articles, Our Services

Your shower is a wet and humid area that needs to be kept clean for several reasons: One, because mould and germs love to thrive in wet, hot and humid conditions; Two, because a clean shower means a shower working at optimum level; Three, because a clean shower safeguards against blockages/build up of dirt. In this article, we’ll show you how to clean the three main areas of your shower: The shower head; the shower door/curtain; and the shower drain/trap, and we’ll also tell you how often you should do this. The Shower Head A build up of limescale in your shower head can clog the holes in the shower head, leading to poor water flow/pressure and/or temperature; but cleaning your showerhead is relatively easy. All you will need is: A bowl (large enough to fit the showerhead in) White, distilled vinegar Simply unscrew the shower head from its fitting and...

15 Jul

Posted at 06:44h in Articles, Our Services

Is your bathroom a bit worn and tired looking? Have you been thinking about a modern bathroom refurb for a while but feel overwhelmed by all of the advice out there? If you want to bring your bathroom into the twenty-first century, but are not sure where to begin, read on to find out about our contemporary bathroom ideas… Bathroom Suites Planning a new bathroom doesn't have to be intimidating; with the right advice and a bit of direction, you can easily attain the kind of bathroom you desire with the smallest amount of work on your part. The easiest way to do this is with a sleek, modern bathroom suite. Contemporary bathroom suites usually consist of a sink and vanity unit, shower and toilet, all in matching/complementary colours. Do a bit of online research to discover a bathroom furniture manufacturer that's perfect for you. A great place to...

30 Jun

Posted at 17:57h in Articles, Our Services

There are lots of simple ways you can spruce up your bathroom: Replacing your toilet seat with a newer model is one of them. So, if your toilet seat is looking a bit worse for wear or you just fancy a change, read on to find out how to replace your toilet seat. Tool Kit For replacing your seat, you’ll need: Your new toilet seat Rubber gloves and cleaning products Pliers A crosshead or slot screwdriver Step 1 - Cleaning your existing toilet and toilet seat Cleaning your old toilet seat might seem a bit pointless, but you’ll need to store it somewhere while you wait to dispose of it, and toilet seats are fantastic harbourers of germs. Spray it down with some bleach or antibacterial cleaning product and wipe it off with a clean wet cloth. Dry with a clean, dry cloth. Step 2 - Remove the old seat A lot of modern toilet seats...

19 Jun

Posted at 19:26h in Articles, Our Services

A majority of us are good at keeping our bathrooms clean, but one piece of equipment that can be neglected even though it does a very important job, is the extractor fan. Your extractor fan helps rid your bathroom of moisture (which leads to mould), so they are worth maintaining as they help keep your bathroom clean and odour-free as well as safeguarding against any cosmetic or structural damage that may come about due to damp conditions. A dusty or dirty extractor fan won’t work nearly as effectively and will only cause you more expense in the long run. If your extractor fan has become noisier or sounds like it’s struggling to work, this is a sign it needs some TLC. So how do you effectively clean your extractor fan? Read on to find out… One Rule There is a huge variety of extractor fan makes and models, but...

30 May

Posted at 18:47h in Articles, Our Services

Mirrors are often an afterthought when it comes to refurbishing a bathroom, but the size and shape of the mirror you choose can have a big impact on the entire look of the finished product. Mirrors are an essential addition to any bathroom, as the bathroom is usually the place we undertake self grooming. So how do you choose the right one? Size Matters It’s imperative to get the right sized mirror for the space you have as well as your own needs. People normally choose a mirror length that matches their vanity unit length, and this normally ties in with personal needs (for instance, a large family bathroom will normally have a large vanity unit and therefore, a large mirror). You may want to have additional lighting around the mirror edge, for things like make up application and grooming, which would mean having a smaller mirror. Measure your...

13 May

Posted at 18:26h in Articles, Our Services

Placing plants in your bathroom may seem odd but as we’re finding out from various studies, keeping indoor plants in and around your home can have amazing health benefits for humans. Plants can convert Carbon Dioxide and water into Oxygen using photosynthesis, which helps us to feel clear headed and de-stressed. Thanks to the hot and humid environment, however, not all plants are suitable for your bathroom (many species of plants can develop mould and mildew if they become too wet). It’s also important to ascertain whether your bathroom can provide a large natural light source for your plants or whether you’ll need to choose a species that can thrive in low level light. Here, we give you a breakdown of our top five plants, which are suitable for the bathroom… Aloe Vera Aloe Vera is made for any bathroom with a small window, as it doesn’t like...

30 Apr

Posted at 18:14h in Articles, Our Services

As we complete the first quarter of 2019, we thought it would be a good time to share some of the recent bathroom fit out projects that we have completed. You can read more about these specific projects on our previous bathroom renovation work page This first project was a worn out and characterless wet room in Dublin 2, we renovated it completely and installed new tiles and a shower and significantly reduced the size of the step into the shower, making it much more accessible. You can see full details on this Dublin 2 wet room replacement here. This next project in Castleknock involved installing another new wet room using the Wedi wet room system that is a very high quality wet room package. You can learn more about this Castleknock wet room project here. This next bathroom was completed for a client in Castleknock, this incorporated...

15 Apr

Posted at 15:05h in Articles, Our Services

One of the more irritating occurrences of first world living is standing underneath a trickle of tepid water in the shower, when you’d rather be standing under a rainfall of muscle relaxing hot water. If your shower seems to be struggling with water pressure, read on to find out how you can fix it.   Check Your Water Mains Before you charge off and start ordering new shower parts, it’s a good idea to check the volume of your water main. Find the shut-off valve for your mains water supply before you do this. Locate the stop tap and ensure it’s fully open. You can do this by using pliers to turn it anti-clockwise until it can no longer turn.   Low System Pressure If you have a problem with water pressure in other household systems as well as your shower (taps, washing machines, dishwashers), then you probably have low water pressure....

30 Mar

Posted at 19:15h in Articles, Our Services

Ok, so the weather has lied to us about it being Spring, but the sunshine is coming back, we promise. If your bathroom is looking tired, drab and in need of modernisation, we have some top style trend tips for your attention. Decorative Wet Room Shower Trays You’ll be pleased to know that here at Bespoke Bathrooms, we’re qualified Wedi Wet Room installers, and that’s why we’re fans of this current trend. Instead of a plain white or cream shower tray, why not go for a boldly patterned one. Think geometric monochrome patterns to make a feature out of your shower. Gunmetal and Pewter Fixtures and Fittings Brass fittings are still a popular trend for this season, but gunmetal and pewter taps aren’t as ‘brassy’ looking and still bring drama to a space. Team with neutral, natural materials such as wood and stone, for a bathroom that brings out...