Drummonds started out re-enamelling and restoring original cast iron bathtubs, antique taps and fittings in 1988.

Initially much restoration was done by outside suppliers, however quality and supply issues persuaded owner Drummond Shaw to establish his own production facilities.

Drummonds now produces exquisite collections of classic solid brass door and window furniture, in addition to bath and basin taps and specialist fittings such as basin stands and plunger wastes for baths – all made to stand the test of time.

Drummonds Range Of Products include:

• Cast iron baths and shower trays.
  Solid brass showers.
  Chinaware basins and water closets.
  Bath and basin fittings including bath plunger wastes, ‘H’ stands, bath and basin taps, basin stands, and fittings, cistern fittings, accessories.
  Door and window furniture in solid brass.

Featured in our picture is the Spey Classic Roll Top bath, which is their largest and most luxurious iron bath – this beautiful design is just right to provide the ultimate in comfortable bathing.

The bath and feet are hand polished and lacquered allowing the natural beauty of the cast iron to show through, while protecting the bath.
Priced from £3450.

Also available:

• Handsome and characterful reclaimed wood and stone flooring.
  Full planning and installation service.

The Drummonds bathroom experience is now showcased in Hindhead, Surrey and Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, which has become renowned to those homeowners who are seeking something unique, exclusive and special.

Web: http://www.drummonds-arch.co.uk

Tel: (01428) 609 444

With over 30 years experience, Bathrooms International is proud of its global reputation as a leading bathrooms company, selecting and sourcing the most exclusive range of baths, sanitary ware, fittings and accessories from Europe and America.

Cheryl Gurner, head of creative design at Bathrooms International, is a leading authority in the bathroom industry and predicts the trends for 2007:

• There is a definite movement towards quality in terms of design and material, people are prepared to pay more for something of lasting value, looks and performance, preferably from the UK or Europe.
• Pure white crystal is going to be big in 2007 – in our case it will be taps, and in a wide range of finishing touches; Bronze and Nickel will continue to be the most popular metals.
• Stone and wood and any natural ecological material will be in favour and recycling and the use of organic principles and materials will become the norm.
• Personal style and preference will be much stronger than what’s new or by the latest designer.– Individual and `made in small batches’ will be the key message.
• Bathrooms will continue to be the focal and private place for peace and quiet where nothing can intrude!

The bathroom featured here is a luxurious Tessa Kennedy design.

Visit the ’showcase’ on the web site for more inspiration:

Web: http://www.bathroomsint.com
Tel: (0207) 838 7788

Bathrooms International has sourced a unique new collection of bathroom accessories from Europe, which will arrive at their magnificent Belgravia showroom in September, in good time for Christmas.

The collection features bold designs with gentlemen in mind and articles trimmed with leather for ladies. There is a choice of novel soap dishes, lidded pots and canisters, toothbrush containers and candleholders.

These attractive bathroom accessories are beautifully crafted in soft durable leather in three colour options: black, white and brown, in a range of finishes including chrome, nickel, bronze, gold and copper.
   
Bathrooms International plan to launch the range in bespoke finishes and colours later this year.

Prices range from £129 plus VAT.

Web: http://www.bathroomsint.com/
Tel: (020) 7838 7788

If you’re constantly hiding your soap dispenser because it spoils the look of your kitchen or bathroom, this elegant Vipp 9 soap dispenser could be the answer.

The Vipp 9 soap dispenser has been designed to complement the original Vipp pedal bin from 1939, in both materials and quality.

The Vipp 9 is versatile as well as stylish - you can use it for hand and body lotion as well as soap.

Available in white (pictured), stainless steel, cream and black aluminium and (for 2006 only) lime green, the Vipp 9 soap dispenser costs £55.

web: http://www.helar.co.uk
tel: (01227) 470 040