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Achieving A Victorian Look In Your Bathroom

The recent bathroom trend has been to go for the modern look; incorporating stylish travertine or granite tiles, with an unusually shaped bathtub and a walk in shower. However, modern bathroom designs don’t suit every property and owners of period buildings have to take a different approach. Victorian themed bathrooms are becoming increasingly popular and are a great way to add a touch of class and individuality to your room. But how can you create such a look?

An ornamental sink

Sinks tend to be the focal point of any bathroom and people are naturally drawn to them due to the fact that a mirror is usually hung right above. If you are looking to make a statement with your sink but have a tight budget, you should opt for a classic white porcelain basin, with squared off edges. Look to add some detail with a nice pair of chrome taps, perhaps with ceramic detailing and a decorative pedestal. If you have a bigger budget then consider going for a marble basin, with some chrome legs.

Finding the right bath

When it comes to choosing a Victorian themed bath there really are some amazing options available. First you have roll top baths, which as their name suggests, incorporate a lip that is rolled over. They are often double ended, with the taps positioned down one side and mounted on feet. You should of course go for chrome for your feet and bath taps in order to compliment the ones on your sink.

Your next option is to go for a slipper bath, which has one raised end. Not only does this really help to create that chic Victorian look; it also provides great comfort as you lie back and take a soak. Your final choice is to go for a cast iron bathtub that has outer fascias made from copper or polished steel. The reflective property of the metal surface delivers a truly striking effect.

Toilet options

The toilet is perhaps the least exciting of the bathroom suite items – however, you can still add to aesthetics of the room with the right choice. If you have a tall enough room then you should opt for a high level cistern that is mounted on wall, close to the ceiling. Where the ceiling is lower there are also mid level cisterns available which achieve the same look.

Finishing off

Having settled on your bathroom suite it is time to add a few finishing touches with some carefully chosen accessories. If you have gone for chrome taps then look to add a matching toilet roll holder and heated towel rail. Alternatively you could go for a traditional cast iron radiator to compliment your metal bathtub.

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