Inspired by period pieces and traditional manufacturing techniques, Drummonds’ classic bathroom products can take centre stage in our ever-larger bathrooms.

Splendid in their sheer scale, sumptuous materials and solid construction, they revel in the luxury of space.

A former bedroom in a Georgian townhouse has been converted into a vast en-suite for the master bedroom:

• Emphasising the space, a cool colour palette forms the perfect backdrop for Drummonds’ magnificent freestanding Spittal shower, (Pictured here), which the owner describes as a “work of art” in its own right and “far too beautiful to be stuck in a corner”:

• A complete glass-enclosed shower unit, which can stand magnificently in the middle of your bathroom, or even in your bedroom.

• The Spittal shower has a classic 8” shower head, and water jets built into the frame, providing you with a blissful all-over drenching.

• Another work of art is positioned by the window. The Torridge Chariot Boat bath is made in cast iron, with a dry-fritt enamelled interior and hand polished and lacquered exterior.

• Each Drummonds’ bath is manufactured individually, taking up to four weeks to complete.

• On the other side of the room stands an imposing double vanity basin, with beautiful white Arabascato marble top and upstand.

• A Drummonds heated towel rail in nickel finish, matches the precision-cast brassware and fittings used throughout the bathroom.

Flooded with natural light and gleaming with reflective surfaces, this bathroom is a living space in its own right.

Spittal Shower: £12,950.

Torridge Bath from £2,825.

Heated towel rail from £1,685.

Double vanity basin from £5,175.
(all prices exclude vat)

Visit the Drummonds website to view all of the above and much more.

Drummonds: 78 Royal Hospital Road, London SW3 4HN.

Tel: (020) 7376 4499

Frontline, a leading UK bathroom supplier and distributor, has launched a brilliant new website for 2010.

It is extremely easy to navigate, enabling customers to browse over 6000 classic and contemporary products, from Frontline’s ever expanding bathroom range.

With the inbuilt Digi-Page functionality users can browse the virtual catalogue, clicking on each page to “turn over”.

The new website categorises all collections and ranges clearly on the Home page.

Users can also select ‘Latest Products & Special Offers’, to find out about Frontline’s newest additions and fantastic deals; information about its ‘Lifetime Guarantee’; and ‘Frontline News & PR’, with a downloadable newsletter.

Frontline’s Marketing Director, Michael Sammon, says, “Whether our customers are looking for contemporary-chic or classic elegance, with no expense spared, or working within specified budgets, we know we offer the perfect one-stop bathroom solution.”

The Frontline professionals pride themselves on customer service and delivery, to ensure the bath time experience is positive from “online to bath time!”

All products are featured in the new (biggest ever) Frontline catalogue, The Complete Bathroom.

The catalogue can be ordered online via the ‘Click here’ button.

Check the new Frontline website for your nearest stockist.

Tel: (0845) 470 2427.

2009 saw the introduction of the colour black into the bathroom, with accents of black on taps and furniture presented in stylish finishes.

In 2010, black is now the defining colour in up-to-date bathrooms.

Basins, for so long only to be had in white, are now available in sleek, sexy black.

The Jacuzzi® Morphosis basin in black, epitomises the essence of the new trend and is available now from the new Jacuzzi® Designer Range.
This distinctive basin, designed by leading design house Pininfarina, oozes style and sophistication.

The stunningly proportioned Jacuzzi Nexus basin takes on a whole new persona, as its sleek lines are accentuated further by this new colour option; combine with a red, black or white deck for a real boutique look.

And why choose white when the Jacuzzi Bordo basin is now available in black? Better still, choose one of each and create your own unique look.
The Bordo basin is available in a choice of two sizes - 45cm and 55cm.

• Jacuzzi Morphosis 80cm countertop basin (£744.00) on Jacuzzi 100cm gloss red countertop (£550). Featured here.

• Jacuzzi Bordo 55cm countertop basin (£224.39) on Jacuzzi white countertop 100cm (£550).

• Jacuzzi Nexus 45cm countertop basin (£257.99) on gloss red countertop 140cm (£650).

Bold, decadent and highly desirable, a Jacuzzi basin in black is the ultimate design statement; add a touch of sophistication to your bathroom and update with this on-trend style, to create a sleek and stylish look.

The Jacuzzi Designer Range New Innovations catalogue is available to download now, and features highly desirable products that look superb and perform to the highest standard.

The Jacuzzi Designer Range is sold exclusively through specialist bathroom retailers throughout the UK.

To view the whole new basins range please visit the Jacuzzi website.

Tel: (01782) 717175

BC Designs has introduced two new baths into their Thinn range.

The Kurvstone and Tassestone baths are made from a new material called Cianstone, which produces the look of natural stone and has the durability of a Cian solid surface bath.

Cian is a renewable, decorative surface material, which is created using an advanced blend of acrylic modified polyester resin and mineral fillers.

• The use of Cianstone means that the new baths are repairable and have excellent water temperature retaining properties.

• Created using the latest casting technology, the baths have a solid colour throughout.

• They are 20-25mm thick and provide a maximum amount of internal bathing area due to the stylish, rimless design.

The Tassestone bath in our picture, measures: L1770mm x H555mm x W880mm and is priced at £3,324.

The Kurvstone, a larger model, measures L1890 x H560mm x W900mm and priced at £3,445.

Visit the BC Designs website  for more information on the new Cianstone baths.

Tel: (01206) 827 100

2010 looks set to be a year full of potential, with more people looking to invest in their homes, and there is no time like the present, because the amazing half price January sale from Moben Kitchens, Sharps Bedrooms and Dolphin Bathrooms, is full of style, choice and promise.

Starting at 10am on Saturday 26 December and running throughout the whole of January, any kitchen, bedroom or bathroom is half price, including the exciting new ranges for the New Year, so you are sure to find something to suit your taste and your budget.

And because each leading brand offers an all-inclusive service, taking complete care of the process from initial design to planning and installation, making over your home is sure to be stress-free.

Pictured here is the Geneva: Moben’s stunning new kitchen for a decade of design .

Meeting consumer demand for sleek matt finishes, this kitchen is a refreshing new take on the popular urban design of the Cortona kitchen launched by Moben in 2009.

Available in a combination of anthracite, chalk and lemon matt finishes, Geneva is designed with modern living in mind.

New things on the Horizon for Sharps Bedrooms
As a UK first; Sharps bedrooms are taking the popular ‘waistband’ wardrobe design across from Europe and into British homes. With sleek white high gloss doors and a walnut waistband feature, this is a gorgeous design that won’t date.

Relax in geometric bliss with Dolphin’s new Cube design
With the chic and soothing tones of cream and anthracite, Cube really is a bathroom you can take refuge in.

Whether you fancy a quick revitalizing shower under the deluge showerhead, or a relaxing soak in the striking designer L-bath, there is something to suit every member of the family.

Heading to Moben, Sharps and Dolphin’s January Sale could be the best move you make this year.

To see the new ranges for 2010 visit the websites:

www.moben.co.uk      www.sharps.co.uk       www.dolphinbathrooms.co.uk

Created by Roca together with the designers Gabriele and Oscar Buratti, W+W is a truly exciting new bathroom product .

The washbasin and WC are two essential elements in every bathroom and Roca has combined these two elements to create W+W - an all-in-one washbasin and WC made from vitreous china, designed to maximise space and conserve water:

• W+W incorporates Roca’s new ‘water-reuse’ technology that uses waste water from the basin to fill the WC cistern, thereby reducing water usage by up to 25% compared to a standard 6/3 litre dual-flush WC.

• The basin in W+W has two wastes – the basin waste and one further down the waste pipe. Once the basin has been used and filled with water, the user has the option of either diverting it to the mains, or recycling it in the cistern ready for the next flush.

• When the grey water is selected for reuse, it is diverted to a reservoir and automatically passes through a double filtration system, in order to eliminate bacteria and odours and is chemically treated before being stored; it is then used to fill the cistern as required.

• The reservoir holds up to 4 litres of water, and an overflow allows excess grey water to be discarded via the main waste outlet.

• If there isn’t any grey water stored in the reservoir, the float will recognise this and trigger the inlet to fill the cistern from the mains.

In addition, W+W is fitted with the Singles-Pro tap that features a progressive cartridge, enabling it always to start the flow with cold water; as you continually turn the control, the flow changes to a mix of hot and cold and ends up with hot water.

Thus heating systems are not fired up unnecessarily, thereby saving energy; Singles-Pro also includes a flow limiter, which restricts the water flow to a maximum of 9 litres per minute.

W+W priced at approx. £2,645 will be available in the UK from January 2010.
The Singles-Pro tap can also be purchased separately and is currently retailed for approx. £260.

For further information please visit the Roca website.

Tel: (01530) 830080

Moores’ Furniture Group is a leading manufacturer and installer of quality kitchen and bathroom furniture in the UK, a market leader in the supply to both public and private house building markets.

Whether you have a tiny room downstairs or a spacious en-suite, make sure the bathroom you have set aside for guests is both stylish and practical, with these simple but effective tips from the Shades bathroom range from Moores’:

Many family bathrooms double up as one for guests, therefore, it’s important to have effective storage solutions.

A cupboard dedicated to children’s bath toys and bubble baths is a great idea and a cupboard left empty for guests’ toiletries works well too.

Shades furniture is designed with you in mind, so they supply plenty of clever storage solutions to ensure there’s a place for everything.

Small spaces benefit from wall-hung cabinetry – you can retain a sense of space more effectively if the floor is kept clear.

The Shades range includes narrow-depth cabinetry to ensure a clutter-free bathroom, while still allowing room to move around.

If you have a truly tiny space, don’t despair – with Shades’ new 500mm wide range it’s perfectly possible to have a WC, basin and storage in a space of just one square metre.

The company offers three collections suitable for small spaces;

The Country Collection; The Aspen Collection and…

The Senesi Collection in our picture. It features the rich beauty of walnut, which together with the stylish horizontal grain pattern, ensures this bathroom furniture is both rich and warm.

If you want to create a bathroom that is opulent and dramatic for your guests, then this is the range for you.

Luxury and a huge splash of drama ensure your guests will have to be dragged from the bathroom.
For more information Visit the Moores website.

Tel: (01937) 842394

Bringing elements of nature into the bathroom, award winning interiors company, Taylor’s Etc, has introduced the ‘Geo’ bath to its expansive and luxurious product portfolio.

Manufactured from Teak and made by hand, the ‘Geo’ bath uses one of nature’s finest materials, to produce a classic design that also boasts an en-vogue, contemporary edge.

A beautifully rich timber, Teak benefits from a natural oily surface, which makes it both watertight and antiseptic. While the ‘Geo’ bathtub glows beautifully from within, it is also warm to the touch and great for insulating heat.

Inspired by Japanese ofuro’s, traditionally used to warm the body and relax tired muscles and nerves, ‘Geo’ is the perfect place for users to unwind in, following a stressful day at work.

Highly versatile, ‘Geo’ baths come in standard and deep versions, retailing from £5,000 including VAT.

The single ‘Geo’ bath measures 165 x 70 x 54cm and the double model measures 175 x 85 x54cm; both are supplied with a complementary backrest.

Whether you are looking for a Minimal Italian bathroom, a Travertine clad Mediterranean style en-suite, or an Iconic Phillippe Starck cloakroom, Taylor’s Etc have a bathroom range to fit your requirements.

For further information visit the Taylor’s Etc. website.
Tel: 01920 487867

With natural and raw materials becoming a trend in the bathroom, Bathrooms International has introduced a range of stone vessels and basins, to its already extensive collection of bathroom products.

Materials such as Granite, Basalt, Cararra Marble, Papiro Cream Marble and Oynx are all popular choices, when it comes to buying a statement basin for the bathroom.
By adding a large marble basin or impressive stone pedestal the ‘Spa’ bathroom and ‘Zen’ sanctuary look can be instantly achieved, bringing warmth and a touch of glamour to the room.

These basins from Bathrooms International are thought of as art, each one is hand carved by a master craftsman from a single block of stone, giving the product unique features and a personality of its own.

The Wave Pedestal and Basin featured here, show a softer approach to bathroom design, the curve of the carved material represents water and harmony.
The Wave can be carved in either honed black Basalt, heavily veined Cararra marble, or a soft cream Papiro marble.

Another popular pedestal is the Zero basin, carved from black granite in a simple yet unique design. The straight lines are smooth and elegant and will inject a touch of glamour and sophistication to your home sanctuary.

The Bento basin will add a masculine look to your bachelor pad, with its angular design and honed black granite or sandstone finish. The linear, clear design is simple and striking and sits well in a minimalist bathroom.

At Bathrooms International, bespoke basins and pedestals can be designed and made to suit any bathroom; choose from a variety of different stones and metals, to produce something completely unique and create the ultimate haven within the home.

With excellent personal service, Bathrooms International has for the last 30 years, created bathroom havens for private homes and leading hotels.

To view this dramatic collection visit:

Web: http://www.bathroomsint.com
Tel: (0208) 2028288 for stockist information.

The name Thomas Crapper & Co has an illustrious history and is synonymous with the finest in sanitary-ware, having held four Royal warrants through five reigns over 140 years.

Independent once again, Thomas Crapper & Co continues to manufacture the finest bathroom fittings.

Based in Stratford-on-Avon, the company offers a small yet extraordinarily authentic range of Victorian/Edwardian sanitary-ware.

Unlike most ‘reproduction’ bathrooms, historical accuracy has been maintained with no changes to design, other than very small alterations to allow connection to modern plumbing.

All of the sanitary-ware is made in Great Britain.

The stylish range in our picture includes:

• 25”washbasin on nickel-plated stand; low-level W.C with china cistern and Hertford bath and fittings.

• Price: Basin, stand, taps, waste and trap £1575; Bath £1885; Cistern, brackets, Flushpipe, Seat and W.C pan £1630.

Thomas Crapper & Co. is based at:
The Stable Yard, Alscot Park, Stratford-on-Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 8BL.

OPEN STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.

Visit the website to view the beautiful bathroom fittings:

Web: http://www.thomas-crapper.com
Tel: (01789) - 450 522.