Oriental Inspired Bathrooms

Have you ever come home from a relaxing weekend away at a swanky spa or posh hotel and wished that your bathroom was a little less practical and a little plusher? 

Welcome to the club. 

More and more of us are using hotel spas and bathrooms as inspiration. Keeping things simple is a good starting point. 

People often shy away from dark wood, especially in small rooms, fearing it can be overpowering. Yet if you choose a dark floor and a few key pieces of dark furniture, as long as you offset this with a light shade on the walls, the overall effect is still bright and airy. Why not check out the Pasha range (see picture below) which Bathroom City offer which would be the perfect fit.

If you're still worried about light, look for a big mirror to reflect light and set the tone for an Oriental spa style bathroom. 

PASHA

Avoid an overly clinical look with splashes of rainbow colours. Interior shops have utterly affordable accessories in the form of storage and laundry baskets, not to mention bathmats and towels in strong, solid shades and great patterns. 

Add to the indulgent look with a silk dressing gown and beautifully packaged bath and body products.

Decant everyday toiletries, such as cotton buds and cotton wool balls, into glass jars and, for the ultimate in luxury, stock up on scented candles for fantastic fragrance and the definitive way of adding to that spa-style ambience. 

Now, all you need for your sybaritic spa dream to become a reality is a butler to draw you a rose petal-strewn bath and a masseuse on hand to anoint you with aromatic oils.

Bathroom Royalty

With the Jubilee bank holiday coming up we decided to celebrate all things 'royal' by bringing you a selection of decadent, regal bathrooms to get you in the spirit.

Take a look at this link (below) and give which ever room you like best a 'LIKE'. 

Bathroom Royalty Vote

Exciting news!

We have some VERY exciting news to announce next week. It's all 'hush hush' until then, but stay tuned for the grand unveiling! 

5 Uses for Your Unwanted Bathtub

Soon enough there will come a time when you’ll decided to rip out your weathered bathtub and replace it with a nice shiny new one. 

But what to do with the old tub? 

Recycle? 
Freecycle? 
Chuck it in the tip? 

Here are a few ways the team at Bathroom City have found for re-using their old tubs.

The bath tub fish pond- Beautiful and ornate.

The tub sofa- It's creative and inventive.

The bath chair- It's unique and functional.

The bass. It even works!

The booze cabinet. There's always one..

Recycling?

We're all for recycling but surely this is going a bit too far?

Tuesday Fun

You can always rely on China to (unintentionally) bring humour into the bathroom.

Our Showrooms

At Bathroom City we believe in offering you choice- that’s why we have two showrooms bursting with quality bathroom suites, bathroom furniture, vanity units and sanitaryware to create your perfect bathroom.

Seeleys Road - Bathroom Showrooms & Factory Outlet

Telephone:

0121 753 0700

Address:

Seeleys Road, Unit 15, Tyseley Industrial Estate, Birmingham, B11 2LQ

Opening times:

Monday - Friday from 9am to 5.30pm
Saturday from 9am to 5pm
Sunday - open 10am to 3pm
Bank Holidays - Always Open

Amington Road - Bathroom & Shower Enclosures Showrooms

Telephone:

0121 765 0800

Address:

Amington Road, Tyseley Business Estate, Birmingham, B25 8ET

Opening times:

Monday - Friday from 9am to 5.30pm
Saturday from 9am to 5pm
Sunday - open 10am to 3pm
Bank Holidays - Always Open

Bathroom City showrooms are less than 10 minutes apart and just 15 minutes from the M42, the NEC and Birmingham Airport.

Eddie Izzard talks showers..

The very funny Eddie Izzard explains the problems with modern appliances, including electric showers. 

Have a watch- we've all been there..

See more here: www.facebook.com/Bathroom.City/posts/395756860476997

Is reading on the loo bad for you?

Quick, tell your dads! 

We always thought reading on the loo was just part of life- It turns out it might not be good for you after all! 

What do you think of this health study?

www.facebook.com/Bathroom.City/posts/376453512411980

MAY DEAL: Half Price Furniture

The sun has finally arrived, and with that in mind Bathroom City has some bright ideas for your bathroom. From ultra modern to classic designs, we know there's something to put the shine back in to your home! 

Check out our half price furniture including the newly added lines straight from the showrooms this week! And don't forget, if you spend over £299, delivery is completely FREE!

More information and ideas can be found at www.bathroomcity.co.uk

VOTE AND WIN!

A few weeks ago we asked you for your recommendations for 'Best Bathroom Scene' from a film. We had lots of suggestions, but the top 5 voted by you were the following. 

We now want to know which one YOU think is the BEST. 

To vote, simply click on the Facebook link and state your answer. A winner will be picked at random from the results on the most popular film choice, and they'll be sent a voucher for £20! It's all good fun so get involved!

1. The Hangover

2. Trainspotting

3. Pretty Woman

4. Mrs Doubtfire

5. There's Something About Mary

VOTE HERE: www.facebook.com/Bathroom.City/posts/443526259008986

Bathrooms for the disabled.

Living with the pressure of a disability can make everyday endevours that most people take for granted seem so much more challenging. Whether you've found yourself learning to live with a disability or whether it's something that you've been living with all of your life, there are so many simple changes that can be made in your home, which can make day to day tasks not only easier but safer too. The bathroom has the potential to be a hazardous room but just a few simple changes can give you back your independence.

If your bathroom is tiled, it might be easier to keep clean but water on a hard surface can become a trip hazard. If you notice one of your taps has started to drip or one of the pipes have started to leak you need to get it fixed as soon as possible. Keep a towel rail next to your basin and show/bath so you're not dripping water across the floor.

Water isn't the only thing that can cause you to fall in the bathroom; mats can be serious tripping hazards too. If you do have a tiled floor, rubber matting is cheap and sits just under the mat to stop it slipping and some tape especially for mats can be applied to help prevent tripping if they curl up. These are both very cheap and easy solutions that can have a dramatic impact on you safety.

Grab rails, although a little more expensive than rubber matting, are still cheap. They can install next to the toilet, bath, shower, basin or anywhere where you feel you might need a little extra support. Strong plastic ones are often easier to install as they don't need to be earth bound, if you need a grab rail installed in a stud wall and you're worried it won't be strong enough, a floor to ceiling pole would perform the same job.

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If turning the taps has become too hard, consider fitting taps with leavers, which don't need as much pressure as regular taps. If these are also too difficult, taps with sensors can be fitted, although they are a bit more expensive, they can make your life much simpler.

Although you may be reluctant to relinquish any more freedom and privacy than you're already had too, you may want to consider removing the lock from the bathroom door. If the worst were to happen, and you did fall or hurt yourself, quick access would be needed. A simple policy of always leaving the bathroom door open if it's empty (and therefore only closed when it's in use) could quickly be established.

These are fairly simple changes, which can be easily implemented to make your bathroom safer and they can have a huge difference and make your life a lot easier, however you may need to make more dramatic changes to your bathroom for it to be truly safe.

Walk in baths and wet rooms may be more expensive but they are something that should be considered if you're struggling with your bathroom. A walk in bath would mean you wouldn't have to try and step over the side of the bath anymore, a small door, which can be easily opened and closed is fitted into the side of the bath, it's completely water tight and can also be fitted with a seat so you don't have to lower yourself in and out the bath making bathing a lot easier for anyone with motability problems.

A wet room would transform your entire bathroom. A wet room would mean your floor would be fitted with a drain allowing the water to drain away and tiling would make your whole bathroom water proof. A wet room is normally all on the same level making it wheel chair accessible. Wet rooms are often easier to clean and maintain than a regular bathroom and can give anyone with motability problems more safety and freedom when it comes to bathing.

More ideas can be found at www.bathroomcity.co.uk

Go Karting the Bathroom City way..

No, your eyes are not deceiving you. These strapping young men in overalls are in fact Bathroom City's finest employees!

In an effort to prove their manliness, some of the Bathroom City boys went off for a night of go-karting in our fine city. 

By all accounts much fun was had at the Birmingham Wheels Karting Centre, as the boys raced against other bathroom shops. Finishing in a very impressive second place, the lads were beaten only by the professional racers.

Here's some pictures from their night. 

The Bathroom City Winner, Dave!

Emotions at Bathroom City

Simple yet stunning, the Emotions furniture (pictured) offers a beauty that signifies you are at peace. 

Devastating yet refined, this range signifies a philosophy that resonates deep within your soul.

Emotions imagines each of your movements, each of your gestures, each of your sensations. You can feel it from the first moment. A combination of groundbreaking solutions that have been created from your luxury desires. It expands your concept of pleasure and enriches your daily life with additional degrees of comfort.

At Bathroom City we not only design, create and handcraft the Emotions bathroom furniture range, we are the exclusive supplier for the UK and boast the only Midlands showroom showcasing the luxury designs.

Manufacturing our designs requires great skill and craftsmanship, using the very best materials and handcrafted techniques. These processes cost more but guarantee the highest quality is achieved. By making our own products we ensure a level of quality and authenticity unequalled anywhere else in the UK.

Those who take pleasure in minimalism in the bathroom will find an affinity with the Emotions series. Clear design, elegant form and sleek functionality ensure opulent individual style to your contemporary bathroom.

Emotions’ goal is to create a cutting edge space for those whose values are unique and individual. Be at peace with your thoughts and feelings; indulge in this sumptuous range of designer bathroom solutions from Bathroom City.

For more information on the Emotions range call 0121 7530700 or visit www.bathroomcity.co.uk

Vertical Bathroom

Here's something to be amazed by on a rainy Wednesday afternoon- The Vertebrae Vertical Bathroom. 

Occupying a mere 4.3 square feet, this "Swiss Army Knife Bathroom" takes space conservation to a whole new level, packing a toilet, sink, cistern, two storage units and two shower heads into one compact system.

We think it's a brilliant idea, but what about you?

Content/Product Writer

Bathroom City based in Tyseley, Birmingham, is looking for a Content/Product Writer to join their growing team. 

3 month contract (potential for full time role). 

Would suit experienced Content Writer or student looking for full time summer work. 

Hours: 9:00-5:30 

Location: Tyseley 

Salary: 13Kp/a 

Main Responsibilities: 

-Reporting to the content editor you would write specific product content for the various websites. 

-Write engaging and punchy content to attract the attention of the reader. 

-Proof reading 

-Updating company intranet 

Skills and Experience: 

- Excellent written skills a must - punctuation, spelling and grammar must all be of a high standard. 

- Sound understanding of writing for the web. 

- Attention to detail, with strong proof reading skills. 

- Proven organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload according to demands. 

- Basic computer experience. 

- Good communicator. 

- Hard worker. 

To apply please send CV and cover letter to laura@bathbiz.net

http://www.gumtree.com/p/jobs/contentproduct-writer/102090669

Toilet powered video games?

Something a little odd for you to ponder upon this afternoon..

Sega's latest video game 'Toylet' takes playing video games while you're in the bathroom to a whole new level.

Dubbed as Toylet, the urinal-mounted game system not only has you play games while you're in the bathroom, it's powered by urine.

Rather than use a traditional controller, the gaming system has a sensor that measures the volume and pressure involved in urine flow, and uses that to control a game.

Games are less than a minute and are displayed on a small eye-level screen.
It is not exactly a game system for the kids, it involve doing things like filling a coffee can or blowing wind up an animated reporter's skirt.

Since, the system can only be used on urinals it is meant only for men. The rate of the equipment reportedly starts at 1750 dollars and 125 dollars for each game.

An optional box can be purchased to accept payment from potential game players, turning the urinal into pay-to-play bathroom arcade.

Advertisements can also be sold for and displayed on the Toylet after each completed game. Sega initially tested the gaming systems in Tokyo last winter, and received enough positive reviews that it has decided to roll out the gaming systems across the country.

According to the company people using the Toylet make less of a mess while they're taking care of business, and the businesses that advertise on the Toylet sell twice as much. 

What do you think?

World's FASTEST toilet!

As it's Friday and we're feeling a bit silly here's a bit of 'Friday Fun' for you. 

Jolene Van Vugt, a stunt woman from Canada, was 'flushed' with pride after setting a new land speed record for the world’s fastest motorised toilet. Yes, a motorised toilet!

31-year-old Van Vugt managed to beat the previous world record by 4.5 mph, eventually getting her mechanical loo up to an impressive 46 mph.

She completed the stunt in both directions with an average of the two speeds taken to give her the new world record.

The lav loving record breaker said: "“I flew into Australia yesterday and came out here to jump straight on the toilet.”

“That was so fun and I'm stoked to get the record.”

Apparently some of the bike's control are even made out of bits of toilet too. Whatever next!

Check out the video below and let us know what you think.

Romantic Bathroom Ideas

At Bathroom City we know a bathroom isn't just a place to get clean. It can be a romantic setting and place of tranquility for you and your partner. 

From mood lighting to the perfect bath tub, we've gathered our favourite romantic bathrooms and want to know which you like the best.

Have a look at these lovely pictures then click on the link below (where there are plenty more options) to vote for the one you like best. Just leave us a comment! Obviously what's ours is yours, so feel free to share the pictures or album with your friends or partner. 

Romantic Bathrooms On Facebook

World's scariest toilet

For many people, the idea of dangling over a vast lift shaft is terrifying enough.

But for the owners of this incredible penthouse, it is something they will have to endure every time they sit on their toilet.

As these stunning pictures show, the bathroom of the new home is situated on top of an unused 15-storey elevator shaft.

We love bathrooms here at Bathroom City but even we're not sure we could cope with that drop! What do you think?

Bank Holiday Sale

OK so the weather for the fast approaching bank holiday weekend doesn't look set to be made for sun drenched BBQs and gardening, but that doesn't mean you can't give your home some TLC over the May break. 

At Bathroom City we've been working super hard over the last week to come up with some great spring ideas for your home and bathroom which won't break the bank!

From creating extra storage with bathroom furniture to turning your bathroom into a tranquil land of rest and relaxation with a Jacuzzi bath, we have a huge range of products in a massive variety of styles to get your DIY juices flowing. 

With half price offers of a massive selection of vanity units, toilets and suites, the May Bank Holiday sale has something to offer everyone no matter the budget. 

We'll even throw in FREE delivery on orders over £299!

So whether you want to do some simple changes on the cheap or redesign your entire bathroom or cloakroom, come take a peek this bank holiday week!

www.bathroomcity.co.uk