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30 Sep

Posted at 14:19h in Articles, Our Services

We are really pleased with how we were able to transform this old bathroom into a modern high end wet room. As you can see the old bathroom was looking tired and felt cold and unwelcoming. Our team was able to work its magic and completely transform the space, so much so that the home owners really didn't recognise it! All sanitary ware, Wet room materials and tiles were purchased in Davies bathrooms. The Genesis tiles colour matching trims were purchased from Tech Tiles Ireland and all put together by our amazing team at Bespoke bathrooms.   If you have a bathroom that has seen better days then why not take the first step to making the transformation? Simply contact us and we will guide you through the whole process....

15 Sep

Posted at 15:49h in Articles, Our Services

Now that everything is back open following the Covid restrictions Bespoke Bathrooms are full steam ahead. We are back installing bathrooms and wet rooms for all of our customers. We really appreciate peoples understanding and patience as we try hard to get through the backlog. With that being said, and due to the pent up demand in the market we are now booked up well in to 2022. So if you are considering a bathroom renovation next year then believe it or not now is the time to get in touch and start the ball rolling. Rather like a fine wine or a custom made car the best things in life are generally worth waiting for. Our bathrooms are the same. We won't be able to start on Monday, when you call us the week before, or even the month before. Instead you are best to...

31 Aug

Posted at 12:03h in Articles, Our Services

Way back in 2016 we completed a bathroom for a client on Raheny. It is testament to the work of our team that this same client asked us to come back and renovate 2 further bathrooms in their home. It's always nice to be asked back and to give our clients the complete set! All of the sanitary ware for both of these bathrooms is supplied by Tilestyle This bathroom is a family bathroom and includes a luxurious bathtub and a shower. The high quality finish is evident. Low level led lighting, plus lighting around the mirror really make this bathroom full of atmosphere, especially at night time!   The 3rd bathroom we completed in this house incorporated this beautiful navy tiles. The shine from them is maximised again by the use for subtle built in lighting.                         If you have more than one bathroom in your home that needs upgrading then...

15 Aug

Posted at 11:50h in Articles, Our Services

So you might be wondering what is the best way t0 clean bathroom tiles and grout? First of all the best way to cure dirty tile and grout is to protect it so that you don't get the issue in the first place. Bathroom tile and grout stains have a few common causes, starting with mould or mildew. These organic stains thrive in the damp corners of a bathroom shower and the porous, concrete-based grouts that are commonly found in between bathroom tiles. Now lets assume its too late for that and you already have dirty tiles and grout.In order to clean the grout and tiles in your bathroom the the first step is to determine what materials you are dealing with. What are your tiles and grout made from? There isn't a one size fits all with cleaning materials so doing your homework with...

15 Aug

Posted at 08:08h in Articles

We are all aware that the actions we take in our day to day life add up to have a big impact on our planet. Often we can feel helpless that there isn't much we can do at a personal level to make a difference. However if we all make some small changes it will add up to something significant. We've rounded up 7 Ways to Make your Bathroom More Eco Friendly Reduce shower times This is something you can do immediately. A 10-minute shower with a standard shower head uses about 300 litres of water and is responsible for producing about 2kg of CO2. If you can cut that time in half - you automatically cut your CO2 use in half. If you shower every day and cut a 10 minute shower to 5 minutes that's 365kg of CO2 you are saving over the year. And...

31 Jul

Posted at 15:43h in Articles, Our Services

The days of the basic three-piece combination of shower set, basic toilet and a simple basin to carry out your daily regime are long gone. The bathroom in many homes has evolved from a purely functional room to an spa like area for self-care. In the past bathrooms were purely about functionality. Today's customers are more discerning and are looking for their bathroom to make a statement and have some of that wow factor. The rise of social media and the accessibility of far more examples of peoples homes all adds fuel to this fire. Even though bathrooms are small rooms compared to other spaces in a home they can quickly present big problems if they aren't designed correctly. It is important to look at the finer details such as lighting, flooring finishes and storage, and to make sure measurements are done right. Consideration needs to be given...

15 Jul

Posted at 07:24h in Articles, Our Services

During the bathroom design phase of a project we often get asked what are the best options for storage? How do you make a bathroom functional but also keep the sense of style? Here are some of our favourite ways to implement Bathroom Storage for Style and Space Floating storage drawers Storage units beneath sinks are nothing new. The modern look of floating storage can add a touch of class. They give the impression of less space being filled while still giving you generous storage. They can also be lit underneath by LED lighting to further enhance the bathroom environment. Recessed shelving Recessed shelving is a very convenient and cost effective way to incorporate storage into your new bathroom. Recesses can be created in walls and then tiled to provide a seamless finish. This is our preferred method for adding storage within showers or alongside baths. It maximizes the space...

30 Jun

Posted at 10:12h in Articles, Our Services

Over the years we have encountered lots of Bathroom mistakes that people have asked us to come and rectify. The following are the most frequent mistakes that we see people making 1. Not budgeting properly It can be easy to overspend when in any renovation project and bathrooms are no different. If you're not in control then costs can quickly spiral and end up much higher. To ensure you don't overspend we recommend using an Excel or Google sheet with everything itemised. This way you can see at a glance exactly what the bottom line is. Having a contingency of about 20 per cent is also good practice, just in case. Don't be tempted to cut corners and use inferior materials, inevitably this will end up costing you more in the long run. 2. Rushing in and not doing proper research It's easy to get carried away with the latest...

16 Jun

Posted at 09:35h in Articles, Our Services

Alongside your kitchen your bathroom is probably the most important space where you can add value to your home. Here at Bespoke Bathrooms we are experts at Bathroom Renovation and Design. We can help you transform a tired and worn out bathroom to a luxurious haven. Nowadays there are so many options for home owners to see examples of a large variety of bathroom designs. What we find is that where people really need help is translating that to their own home. We help you to bridge this gap by using our expertise. We have completed so many bathrooms at this stage that we know all of the tricks and hacks to get the best out of a space for you. It all starts with a email or phone call to us. Let us know your room dimensions and a little bit about what you are trying to...

31 May

Posted at 08:12h in Articles, Our Services

We all like a little luxury in the bathroom, and nowadays with Brexit and Covid we are all being encouraged to shop locally. We thought we'd take the opportunity to do a round up of some of our favourite home grown soap brands. Some are definitely in the luxury bracket whilst others play on their Irish roots to try and make them unique. After all as the saying goes “Any fool can make soap. It takes a clever man to sell it.” So here it is, in no particular order, our Best Irish Soap Brands: Soap & More https://soapandmore.ie Soap & more was set up by Reham Ghafarji in 2020. Reham is originally from Syria and moved to Ireland in 2017, settling in the beautiful West Cork town of Clonakilty, with her young family. Having been forced to leave Syria due to war she is very happy in Ireland...