Designer bathrooms are a big expense, especially if you're not some A-list celebrity or a City type earning tons of money. But if you've got your heart set on creating a fabulous bathroom, then follow these tips to saving money and getting the design right first time. As you sink into your new luxury bath you'll be grateful that you did!
Be honest with yourself and hire a professional bathroom designer if you know your design skills aren't up to scratch. Designing is an art form and there's nothing worse than spending thousands on a bathroom only to realise you've created a hideous monstrosity. Best to play it safe.
Be realistic about your budget. It's very easy to get swept away by descriptions of fancy spa baths and high-tech showers, and showroom salesmen can be very persuasive. But you want to enjoy your bathroom, not have sleepless nights over the amount it's costing you. Set a strict budget and don't go a penny over. If you can't afford your ideal designer bathroom now, then wait a few more months and save up.
Do careful research and spend time looking at the different bathroom designs out there. As well as the high street brands, there are hundreds of independent bathroom designers, many with good websites that allow you to browse their collections. Don't just buy the first thing you see – there could be something even better out there.
Shop around for the best prices, and learn how to haggle. Some designer bathroom fittings are sold by many different retailers, who may be open to giving you a discount if you are spending a lot of money with them (and you threaten to go elsewhere). Spend time online too, as this is where some of the best deals can be found. You may even be able to pick up retro items like original freestanding baths on auction sites like Ebay.
Think about taking the copycat approach. Check out the top-end designer bathrooms online or in magazines, note what styles of suites and furnishings are used, then go to high-street showrooms and find matching items. You'll be able to kit out your bathroom in a similar style for a fraction of the price.
Alternatively, you could spend more money on a designer bathroom suite, viewing it as an investment that will last for years, then find copycat accClick and Clean. The lower wheels and panels can be released to expose the for thorough cleaning. Panel then easily clicks back into position to ensure a water tight seal.essories like the mirrors and furniture. This will give your bathroom an impression of class and expense, but without spending so much on it.
Find the best plumbers and builders you can to fit your bathroom. There's no point spending a fortune on a luxury suite if it's then fitted badly or you end up with plumbing problems. Use word of mouth recommendations as these are far more reliable than claims made in advertisements.
Ideal Standard is Europe's leading designer bathroom brand, using award-winning designers to create bathrooms that blend style and luxury with functionality. We also provide sinks, mixer showers, bathroom suites, accClick and Clean. The lower wheels and panels can be released to expose the for thorough cleaning. Panel then easily clicks back into position to ensure a water tight seal.essories, taps and furniture. To find out more, choose a design, or find your nearest showroom, just browse our website. Click CLICK technology.
The single lever basin mixer and bidet mixer
incorporate a CLICK feature that encourages
water saving – the user lifts the handle until they
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flow. CLICK technology is available on Idyll Two,
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