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Geberit Monolith: The elegant alternative

Friday, July 2nd, 2010

You know when a company has been trading for over 135 years then there is something special there.  So it’s no surprise that the latest product the Geberit Monlith wall hung toilet, falls into the same category.

Lauded as the most innovative products to date, the Geberit Monolith took centre stage at the KBB show in Birmingham.

Unquestionably stylish, the Monolith removes the hassle of re-tiling and re-plumbing to achieve the wall hung look.

Geberit Monolith white

Geberit Monolith white

Greater selection thanks to new sanitary module

Geberit’s Monolith wall hung toilet now offers an additional alternative. The elegant sanitary module for WCs with integrated cistern can be connected to existing waste water and water supply connections without any construction modifications just as easily as a close coupled toilet. No chiselling, no tiling, no dirt. Geberit Monolith cleverly conceals the exposed cistern behind glass and its slim design creates a contemporary concealed look.

Unlimited application range

Geberit Monolith black

Geberit Monolith black

Geberit Monolith wall mounted WC is secured on the wall and can be adapted to every construction situation. It has a modular structure and can therefore compensate for dimensional tolerances. For this reason, Geberit’s wall hung Monolith is the ideal alternative when modernising or renovating old WCs, while also being perfectly suitable for new builds. The innovative sanitary module fits in with every drain, irrespective of whether in the floor or in the wall.

High-quality material

High-quality materials such as safety glass and aluminium are used on the Monolith and the technical components are produced in accustomed Geberit quality. All valves are easily accessible and thus enable simple maintenance. The long-term availability of spare parts is guaranteed.

International Forum Design

International Forum Design

Award-winning design

The Geberit Monolith received the iF product design award 2010, an international quality seal for good design. The product is available in two glass colours: black and white.

Now available at Ocean Bathrooms

The Geberit Monolith is now available at Ocean Bathrooms, Bridport, Dorset, If you are looking to make a design statement with the Monolith or any other

Need to know more - watch the video below.

Geberit Monolith Video

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Big Brother bathroom – get the look

Friday, June 25th, 2010

So Big Brother is now in fully swing.  I wonder if it’s because it’s the final series that the producers have made the house more replete that ever.  No more so than the bathroom

Aqata minimalist wetroom

Aqata minimalist wetroom

Walk-in Glass cubicle

The Aqata Minimalist Wet Room walk-in Shower Minimalist Walkiin Shower really brings a minimalist look to your bathroom.   As with the Big Brother Bathroom the all glass walk-in shower design fuses exceptional construction quality with a clean minimalism.

You also need to consider a aqua deck flooring. The Aqua-Dec is designed to provide the installer with the means of instantly creating a wetroom shower floor base, without the worry or hassle of having to manually create falls, or setting drains into a sand and cement mix. The ‘Dec simply slots in alongside the existing floor boards and is connected to a drainage outlet. It just rests on the joists and is screwed into position, then you tank the floor including the ‘Dec and it’s ready to tile. It doesn’t get any easier than that!

Shower head

The double Shower head looks to me like a Hansgrohe Raindance AIR plate, which we like a lot at Ocean Bathrooms.  The AirPower infuses water with air to give a more voluminous spray.  It has a QuickClean system for easy removal of lime scale.

Lighting

The Big Brother bathroom showcases the very latest in Chromatherpy lighting.

As your mood changes you can change the colour of the LED lamps to match your mood and ambience.

Finale

Big Brother has been a ground breaking phenomenon.  It’s 11 series’ have brought us eye-catching design and the most modern of sought-after interiors.  It will be sorely missed by us at Ocean Bathrooms.

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Youtube videos for Ocean Bathrooms

Thursday, June 17th, 2010

Ocean Bathrooms on YouTube

Ocean Bathrooms on YouTube

Here at Ocean Bathrooms we like to keep you up to date with current articles on luxury and designer bathrooms. But they do say ‘seeing is believing’ and we have now incorporated video into our website which we hope will help to answer any questions you may have on our product range.

There are 13 high quality YouTube videos, giving you easy access to instant information. Each clip is no more than 3 minutes long. Clare, Kevin and Joe, our experienced staff, share their product knowledge with you in a series of short engaging presentations. Rachel is the model in some of the shots, whilst Robert our Managing Director also adds his thoughts.

Need inspiration for your bathroom?

The video clips will give you tips and ideas on Bathroom products designed to give you inspiration for your new luxury bathroom. Contemporary bathrooms and classic tastes are all catered for with designs from some of the best Bathroom manufacturers including Duravit and Hansgrohe. We also feature shower enclosures from Matki and Aqata, the Gerona Airbath and a look at Mereway Furniture.

When next in Bridport why not also visit the Ocean Bathroom showroom where we have hundreds of working displays to help you decide.

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World Cup Bathrooms

Thursday, June 10th, 2010
South Africa World Cup 2010

South Africa World Cup 2010

World Cup fever has arrived and it all kicks off on Friday 11th June in South Africa, the first World Cup to be hosted by an African country. It is not surprising that we have started to read stories about Football Associations making diva like demands ranging from catering requirements to entertainment facilities in advance of their teams arrival in the rainbow nation.

The one that caught Ocean Bathrooms’ attention was football legend Diego Maradona’s demands for two state-of-the-art bidet toilets be installed for him at Argentina’s World Cup base camp in South Africa. Bidets are quite common in Argentina and after knocking two existing bedrooms together, bidets with heated seats were duly installed.

Top 10 World Cup Bathrooms

We don’t have room to cover all 32 countries, however, here are Ocean Bathrooms’ Top 10 World Cup themed bathrooms:

  1. German quality and technology can be found in abundance in the Hansgrohe Raindance Shower Family.From a simple hand shower to a luxurious overhead shower - Hansgrohe has everything you could wish for to enhance your shower experience.
  2. Italian flare with a bold and unique design is captured magnificently within the Couture Bathroom Texture range.Designed and manufactured in Italy the hand painted basins and matching ceramic vanity tops come in two stunning colour schemes, silver and white or black and gold. The luxury Couture Bathroom range of Crystal, Texture Moderne, Texture Traditionale, Tutto and Carisma baths, showers and accessories are sure to make a lasting impression.
  3. England - Duravits’s Classic 1930’s range, you can’t beat a traditional design that looks elegant and compliments your existing bathroom suite. The 1930’s Series from Duravit comes with a 5 year guarantee for piece of mind.
  4. Brazilian vitality and carnival colours can be added to your bathroom using Chromotherapy Lighting. Immerse yourself in water with mood-setting coloured lights; your body is completely surrounded by water and the colourful lighting provides an unparalleled bathing experience. The beautiful Duravit Starck X Bath system comes with an optional remote control providing four change colour programmes and brightness levels to change your lighting to match your mood.Ideal if you want to relax before an important football match.
  5. Spanish energy and panache for a firm favourite, the Hansgrohe Rainmaker Showerhead. Ideal for wet rooms and with a patented AIR Power technology making this the perfect accessory for any luxury bathroom. The air-infused water results in considerably less splashing (which is perfect for wet rooms), and beads up on the skin like natural rain. This is the perfect solution to keep you cool during the World Cup competition.
  6. Japan – completely technology led – the Hansgrohe Puravit Rainbrain Shower is designed with the latest touch pad technology and interactive gadgets. An ideal companion in the morning, the RainBrain thinks for you, learning what temperature and settings you prefer - even when you might be still half asleep. Even better you can now shower to your favourite tunes as this amazing Hansgrohe shower will connect to your mp3 player via Bluetooth.
  7. France – chic, elegant, relaxing, feminine and beautiful are some of the adjectives to describe the Duravit Puravida Bathroom collection. The ceramic pieces are available in a choice of 12 subtle luxury models and ideal for people who want a bathroom suite that will stand the test of time and look just as beautiful in 10 or 20 years time. Combine them with the Hansgrohe Puravida taps and shower handsets and you have the perfect match.
  8. Cameroon for a relaxing colourful feel with the Duravit Blue Moon Tub. This is the ultimate in luxury with its whirlpool massage jets and colourful lighting providing an unparalleled bathing experience. With the Duravit Blue Moon you can easily accommodate more than one football fan.
  9. Argentina – Now that Maradona has given Bidets his celebrity endorsement everyone will want to include one in their bathroom suite. At Ocean Bathrooms we display, stock or source bidets from well know manufacturers including Duravit, RAK Ceramics, Kohler, Heritage, HIB, BC Designs & Roper Rhodes.
  10. South Africa . Tap into the natural style of the home nation with transparent Crystal Glass Baths made from the finest materials. The crystal bath can be used as a focal point within your bathroom and it combines style, glamour and elegance with ease. With strong lines and sweeping curves it’s sure to create a fantastic experience and a lasting legacy for years to come.

If you don’t want to miss any of the football action, you can watch TV in the bath or shower with the latest Waterproof Bathroom Televisons and catch up on the latest news headlines. Watching TV in your bathrooms has got to be the ultimate luxurious bathing experience.

We hope you enjoyed our little fun link of beautiful bathroom solutions, to the upcoming world extravaganza of the beautiful game.  Enjoy your World Cup Bathing experience, and here’s hoping England really do clean up!

Come on England!!

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Spotlight on Philippe Starck

Friday, June 4th, 2010
Philippe Starck

Philippe Starck

Wikipedia describes Product Design as being concerned with the efficient and effective generation and development of ideas through a process that leads to new products. The name Philippe Starck stands out as being the internationally recognised leader in this field with an extensive design range including design interiors for restaurants and hotels through to mass produced consumer goods such as bathrooms suites, chairs, toothbrushes, and now even wind turbines.

Philippe Patrick Starck now in his 60’s was born in Paris and from an early age he being to create and assemble objects taking inspiration from his father, who was an aircraft engineer. After finishing his education he founded his first design company in 1968, specializing in inflatable objects. Starck’s career accelerated in 1982 when he designed the interior for the private apartments of the French President. He lives in Paris with his wife or on his oyster farm in the southwest of France.

Unique Design Pieces

His visionary products and furnishings are often streamlined and organic in their look and are also constructed using unusual combinations of materials such as glass and stone, plastic and aluminium, plush fabric and chrome. His usable design pieces include: bathroom suites, furniture, crockery, vases, lighting, spectacles, wrist watches, sunglasses, children’s toys, boats, hotel rooms, commercial buildings, houses, and even motorbikes.

His world famous products include The Bubble Club chair featured in television series Boston Legal and The Louis Ghost chair which featured in Ugly Betty. He also creates designs for well know brands such as a sleek juicer known as Juicy Salif for Alessi in 1990 and bathroom suites for Duravit.

He is an enthusiastic advocate of sustainability and has created affordable wind turbines for the home and is also working on innovative wooden prefabricated ecological houses and solar boats.

Philippe Starck Award Winning Product Designer

Philippe’s awards include Designer of the Year, the Design Oscar, Chevalier de l’Ordre National de la Légion d’Honneur, the Grand Prix for Industrial Design and the Compasso d’Oro.

Ocean Bathrooms designer Joe Mühl was extremely pleased to have met Philippe Starck at ‘Designer’ Magazine 2009 Design Award where the fast-talking Philippe was being presented with the ‘Simon Taylor’ award for outstanding contribution to design. “Philippe Starck arrived dressed in a pink hoody and riding a large motor bike,” commented Joe. “He was extremely witty, cracking jokes and making all our table laugh, he certainly has a lot of presence and was exactly as he is seen on his BBC TV designer show”.

‘Design for Life’ search for British Design Talent

In autumn 2009 Starck appeared in a BBC Two programme ‘Design for Life’ in which 12 aspiring British design students competed to gain a six month placement working in Starck’s Paris based company. You could not help being impressed with Philippe’s charismatic style and no nonsense approach to design during his TV selection process.

Waxwork of Starck

On June 15th the Musee Grevin is due to unveil a waxwork of Philippe Starck showing him standing next to one of his famous chair designs. The Paris waxworks museum commented that “It is the first time in Grevin’s history that a designer will be admitted,”

You don’t have to travel far to see and buy one of Philippe Starck’s quality design creations. Here at Ocean Bathrooms in Bridport, Dorset, we stock Starck Single Acrylic Baths as well as the affordable Duravit Starck Bathroom range.

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Victoria and Albert Baths

Friday, May 28th, 2010

Depending on what type of person you are, you either love baths or you seen them as a functional item.

Personally I love them.  If you get the right look you can turn a plain room into a wondrous place that can make you feel special.

Spa rooms, Japanese themed bathroom, Edwardian and Old English; Contemporary European styles are all possible.  That’s is why I like the range of Bathrooms from Victoria & Albert.

So what’s on offer.

There are three ranges of Victoria & Albert baths to choose from.  The  Contemporary, Classic and Premium.

The Classic range of Victoria and Albert Baths

Within the classic range you have 8 models.  All named after regions and counties in England. They are beautiful as they are elegant.  Made from QUARRY CAST limestone and resin they come with a 25 year guarantee.

York

Victoria & Albert York bath

Victoria & Albert York bath

The V&A York model features a  deep, double ended bathing well, the York is easy to live with thanks to an elegant pedestal base hiding all the waste plumbing.

Dimensions: L 1750mm  W 800mm  H 660mm  D 413mm

Malborough

The V&A Malborough Bath is a classic free standing design made from QUARRYCAST limestone and resin is a large luxurious double ended slipper bath. For those wanting to make the ultimate statement in their bathroom, be it modern or classic.

Dimensions: L 1890mm  W 860mm  H 535-724mm  D 350mm

Cheshire

A timeless classic - the V&A Cheshire Bath is a deep Victorian double ended roll top bath of generous proportions featuring a range of fabulous Ball & Claw feet options.

Dimensions: L 1750mm  W 800mm  H 640mm  D 413mm

Shropshire

Victoria & Albert Shropshire bath

Victoria & Albert Shropshire bath

This is my personal favourite. The perfect lines of the Victoria & Albert Shropshire bath is superbly designed slipper bath and its compact dimensions make it of particular appeal for smaller bathrooms - authentic Victorian style for your home.

Dimensions: L 1537mm  W 750mm  H 562-780mm  D 376mm

Richmond

An elegant double ended roll top bath featuring art deco feet. V&A’s Richmond signature bath is the International styling suits modern or period settings and is highly suitable for smaller bathrooms.

Dimension: L 1670mm  W 745mm  H 603mm  D 415mm

Roxburgh

The superbly comfortable Victoria and Albert Roxburgh Bath slipper bath is longer than the traditional Victorian slipper, featuring both lion’s paw and modern feet options.

Dimensions: L 1710mm  W 815mm  H 641-752mm  D 380mm

Hampshire

Victoria & Albert Hampshire bath

Victoria & Albert Hampshire bath

The classic Edwardian V&A Hampshire bath for the most discerning bather. This single ended roll top reclines at the perfect angle for maximum comfort.  The ball and Claw feet come in varies styles, white, chrome, white metal, nickel or brass.

Dimensions: L 1705mm  W 780mm  H 600mm  D 400mm

Wessex

Named after the region of Wessex, this classic bath has slimmed down dimensions. Exquisite Edwardian styling that fits almost anywhere.

Dimensions: L 1520mm  W 765mm  H 600mm  D 400mm

The Contemporary Range

Monaco

Adds instant sophistication to any bathroom - minimalist elegance of the Victoria & Albert Monaco Bath is a single piece casting that descends gracefully to the floor.

Dimensions: L 1740mm  W 800mm  H 612mm  D 386mm

Capri

Victoria & Albert Capri bath

Victoria & Albert Capri bath

The V&A Capri Bath makes a striking angular statement in the most contemporary of bathrooms. This bold design features built-in lumbar support at both ends of the bath and an integral towel rail.

Dimensions: L 1800mm  W 800mm  H 630mm  D 446mm

Como

Named after the beautiful lake in Italy, The V&A Como is a a minimalist gem that extends the options available to owners of small bathrooms who don’t want to compromise on cutting edge design - the cutaway base reveals more floor creating an ingenious impression of space.

Dimensions: L 1670mm  W 745mm  H 600mm  D 405mm

Ella

The V and A Ella Bath is a modern classic double-ended bath - comes complete with a choice of feet and cradle options for a totally coordinated bathroom design.

Dimensions: L 1740mm  W 800mm  H 630mm  D 386mm

Deauville

Victoria & Albert Deauville bath

Victoria & Albert Deauville bath

Named after the glamorous French coastal resort, the V&A Deauville Bath is at the forefront of European styling. Unfinished timber feet maximise the scope to achieve the perfect finish to match your bathroom.  Choose between Mahogany or oak feet.

Antibes Built-In

One fabulous super-deep double ended bathing well designed for undermount and drop-in applications.  The V&A Antibes Bath utilises a built in surround which comes as extra.

Dimensions: L 1640mm  W 756mm  H 660mm  D 478mm

Ravello

A very modern bath that makes a bold statement.  The bold lines of the Victoria & Albert Ravello Bath combine effortlessly with gentle curves.

Dimensions: L 1743mm  W 765mm  H 600mm  D 487mm

Ios

Victoria & Albert Ios bath

Victoria & Albert Ios bath

The Ios is another favourite of mine the  Ios has a simple and comforting appeal it builds on the huge success of the award winning Napoli bath, the ios is aimed at the latest city apartments and en-suites where space is at a premium.

Dimensions: L 1500mm  W 800mm  H 600mm  D 518mm

Amalfi

Echoing the dramatic Amalfi Coast, the V&A Amalfi Bath is softly contoured sides descend gracefully to the floor uncluttered by waste pipe work and an extended backrest provides full head support; essential for those long luxurious soaks.

Dimensions: L 1640mm  W 800mm  H 625-850mm  D 500mm

Napoli

The spirit and passion of the Italians is depicted in this bold bath.  The V and A Napoli Bath has a low slung single piece shell.  The simplicity of rimless bathing combined with extreme comfort and a low step-in height

Dimensions: L 1900mm  W 855mm  H 495mm  D 475mm

Sorrento

The Sorrento Bath is a modern sit tub based on the traditional Japanese ‘ofuro’ which offers a refreshingly different experience - side by side bathing thanks to a contoured double width bench seat.

Dimensions: L 1400mm  W 950mm  H 1015mm  D 870mm

Visit Ocean Bathrooms showroom to view the Victoria & Albert bath range and experience quality the unique design for yourself.

Victoria & Albert have a worldwide reputation for creating beautiful baths. As the ultimate statement in quality and style our range contains many inspirational designs made using a unique solid surface technology and hand finished by craftsmen.

If you live in Dorset, Devon, Cornwall, Somerset or Hampshire, why not visit our bathroom showroom and see the Victoria & Albert Bath range in action in our working display showroom. Our fully working display showroom is situated in Bridport, Dorset and we are able to supply across the UK.

Victoria & Albert Amalfi bath
Victoria & Albert Antibes-built-in bath
Victoria & Albert Capri bath
Victoria & Albert Como bath

Victoria & Albert Deauville bath
Victoria & Albert Ella bath
Victoria & Albert Hampshire bath
Victoria & Albert Ios bath

Victoria & Albert Monaco bath
Victoria & Albert Napoli bath
Victoria & Albert Ravello bath
Victoria & Albert Richmond bath

Victoria & Albert Roxburgh bath
Victoria & Albert Shropshire bath
Victoria & Albert Sorrento bath
Victoria & Albert Wessex bath

Victoria & Albert York bath

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Luxury Bathroom Makeover

Friday, May 21st, 2010

We often get asked “What does it take to install a new bathroom?”

Well, we asked one of the Ocean Fitters, Mark Coleman (of Colemans of Dorset) to keep a photo diary of one of oure recent Bathroom projects.

As you can see from the Gallery below, Mark and his team did a cracking job in transforming this 1950’s style bathroom suite into a beautiful contemporary new look.

The main bathroom items are a mixture of Duravit Happy D and Starck 2 plus Hansgrohe Axor Raindance for the shower. Underfloor heating from Devimat and a fully tiled wet room completes the room.

The project was completed in about four weeks from start to finish and we hope you will agree the standard and finish of the completed bathroom is simply stunning!

Bathroom Before No 2
Bathroom Before No 3

Radiator Pipework fitted
Toilet and Wash Basin waste is installed
Wet Room Shower area

Waste stack added
Bathroom rated lights go in
Impey Aqua-Dec is installed

Pipework is all in
Shower thermostat installed
Pipework installed for Bath

Devimat Underfloor Heating being laid
Sealant goes down on the underfloor heating
All done - ready for tiling

Walls now being tiled - Natural Travertine
In with the bath!
New bathroom - new door!

Tiling nearly complete
Bath cabinet being finished
Starting to look like a luxury bathroom

Wet room area
Bespoke Bath Cabinet is tiled
Shower screen and radiator goes in

New Duravit 2nd Floor Wash Basin goes in
Hansgrohe Raindance Hand shower installed
Voila! - Finished Bathroom

Mirrors installed
Shower completed


Luxury Bathroom Parts List used in this Project

If you would like more information about creating your own luxury bathroom call Robert or Joe at Ocean Bathrooms. Pop into our fully working showroom to see many of the items used in this project.

We also have a full 3D Planning and design service where you can view your dream bathroom before it is installed.

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The New Hansgrohe Raindance E420 Showerpipe

Friday, May 14th, 2010

Is there an art to Shower head design?

It is easy to become seduced by the look of a shower or a bathroom. As you pour yourself over the latest designs within magazines or websites and drool at the thought of stepping into a soul altering experience that will re-invigorate every fiber of your being you can’t help but want that product now.

The Hansgrohe Raindance E 420

The Hansgrohe Raindance E 420

I think that the new Hansgrohe Raindance E420 Showerpipe is no expection. It has an unusual, innovative design featuring an asymmetrically-positioned wall rail, wide thermostat and flat overhead shower.

The overhead shower element has a striking rectangular shape with softly-rounded corners and a new width of 420mm that perfectly follows the silhouette of the bather. For the very first time, a shower pipe offers multi-jet showering with a choice of two spray types available: a shoulder-wide air-enriched rain spray made possible by Hansgrohe AirPower technology, and a clear, wide flood jet for powerful and pampering showering enjoyment.

In addition to regulating the water temperature and volume, the spray types can also be easily switched via the thermostat. Following the principle of integrated design, the knobs for controlling the temperature and water volume and for changing between the shower and jet types, virtually disappear in the form of the thermostat, which is mounted flush with the wall without any visible connections.

K&B most wanted product

K&B most wanted product

Interestingly, in 2009 the Hansgrohe Raindance E420 Showerpipe has been chosen by readers of Kitchen & Bathrooms News as the “Most Wanted” bathroom item of 2009, having received more reader enquiries than any other product.

And now the science bit

Part of ensuring the perfect shower experience is to get the mechanics right. You need to be able to control the temperature, ensure the water pressure is right and perhaps to switch from overhead to body jets.

So it’s important to get the plumbing right. Consider whether your current boiler can produce the correct water pressure to fully benefit from the whole experience.

To enjoy a good pouring of water your shower does require a high-pressure system such as a combination boiler with water pressure between 2 to 3 bar. So before you order ensure that you speak to a qualified plumber or a reputable retailer.

Ocean Bathrooms are a Hansgrohe VIP Stockist and can help you with choosing the right bathroom for your needs and your home.

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Election 2010 – The great bathroom debate

Thursday, May 6th, 2010

So you’ve just moved into your new pad.  You may have paid too much, but you don’t mind, it was one of those must have properties that come round once in a life time, which strangely enough, wasn’t available for viewing before you moved in.  Whilst it’s not going to be your end house you still want to make your mark.  So you are in; you are excited you are looking to the future and have great plans to modernise.

Variety is the spice of life

Couture Crystal Wash Basin

Couture Crystal Wash Basin

As a bathroom specialist we encounter all taste.  Whether you like, the new black bathrooms; Modern styles and couture; perhaps you like all things quintessentially English.  Perhaps you need to keep up-to-date with the latest news with a bathroom television.  All tastes can usually be catered for.

So whilst all politicians try to control the perception of what the public think about them, however, behind closed doors they can be a little freer to express themselves.  We thought it might be interesting to put ourselves into the shoes of Messer’s Brown, Cameron and Clegg and our course their good lady wife’s and try and pick out which type of bathroom they might choose.  So in no particular order;

Mr and Mrs David Cameron

Hansgrohe RainBrainBoth Mr and Mrs Cameron are modern young professionals with a family.  Time, or the lack of it, is an important factor when designing a bathroom.  To this end we recommend a Hansgrohe PuraVida Overhead Shower.  It’s not cheap, but if you want to quickly jump into an invigorating shower that wakes you up in the morning and is great fun for the kids, we think it hits the mark.

Along with the Cleggs’, David and Samantha have children to think about.  And the daily bath time ritual is important for children.  We think fun should be the order of the day and lighting is the key.  Bathroom lighting and bubbles will inject lots of fun.

Mr & Mrs Nick Clegg

Airbath President

Airbath President

Now we’ve not heard much from Mrs Clegg this campaign as she has preferred to stay out of the limelight.  However, the Spanish Mrs Miriam Gonzalez Durantez Clegg who is a partner in an International law firm is clearly a woman who knows her own mind. As a professional couple with two children practicality is important.  Now practicality doesn’t need to be boring.  Victoria and Albert offer wide range of baths to cater for all appetites.  All durable, all stylish they bring a quintessential British feel to any bathroom.

However, with the prospects of Britain being presented with a hung parliament, this makes the choice of bath for the LibDems more interesting – who do you share with?  The Airbath President Double ended Bath could be the answer.  Not only will it fit two bathers, it can be fitted with underwater or Chromatherapy Lighting making the experience all the more relaxing, and restful.

Mr & Mrs Gordon Brown

Duravit wash basin

Duravit wash basin

In the event of a Labour win and currently in situ, spring is perfect times to consider freshening up the place. Following the recent mishap with Gillian Duffy we believe that Mr Brown has a dark side.  Taking this literally the Duravit Black range might be appropriate.

A black bathroom is a bold statement and a modern one at that.

Also, we would suggest including some Devimat underfloor heating, as there is nothing worse than getting cold feet.

Now you decide

As with a hung parliament, there were several styles of bathroom that split our votes evenly.  So as this is a democracy we thought it should be the people who should decide which bathroom best suited which candidate.

The transparent Crystal Bath.

The 20” Videotree videospa mirror bathroom television.

Croydex Doctors’ Mechanical Scales.

Echo Bath mirror with Mood lighting.

There is any number of ways to design a bathroom.  Ocean Bathrooms offer a wide range of luxury bathrooms to suit most taste.  To find out more visit our showroom in Bridport.

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New Duravit Line – Vero black

Friday, April 30th, 2010

For more than a decade, white has been the uncontested favourite for sanitary ceramics. White = cool and sterile? Well maybe now things are changing. The New Duravit Line Vero Black is the new and bold choice. Black stands for exclusivity and elegance. It is also a statement of courage, decisiveness and unique styling.

The tradition of black and white

It’s an unwritten law that fashion trends eventually repeat themselves. The same is true of black in the bathroom. In the early 1980s, Duravit launched two complete bathroom ranges in black and, after this, black-and-white interplays of colour continued to make an appearance. Reflecting customer demand, Duravit again offers this bold look for the Bathroom, with the classic Vero washbasin, WC and bidet now available, in classy, high gloss black.

High-gloss is experiencing a renaissance

The Duravit range has classy painted fronts harmonized to perfection with glossy ceramic surfaces to give bathroom furniture a unique, high-quality look. In bathroom design, black allows attractive contrasts. Straight-lined and timeless, Vero is ideal for black-and-white colour schemes and looks completely at home in bathrooms of any style.

The Vero washbasins and sanitary ceramics also come with a special WonderGliss surface finish to help them remain clean and attractive for a long time to come.

Washbasins

Duravit wash basin

Duravit wash basin

The classic rectangular Vero washbasin has made a name for itself amongst lovers of design and architecture. That’s why, in addition to the 60 cm-wide washbasin, Duravit are now introducing three new models measuring 50, 80 and an imposing 100 cm, whose pre-punched tap holes offer the possibility to mount one or two tap fittings. The chrome console on two feet is height-adjustable +50mm and features a decorative rail that doubles up as a practical towel rail.

The practical Vero handrinse basin is ideal as an elegant cloakroom solution where space is at a premium. Other options include the Vero Vanity basin available in white, and the Vero Wash bowl ground, available in white or black colour.

Toilets & Bidets

Duravit toilet & bidets

Duravit toilet & bidets

The Vero range now includes a toilet and bidet – both wall mounted or floor-standing – in the same rectangular design style as the washbasin, and resting on a smaller rectangle block. The toilet seat with its convenient automatic SoftClose system is removable with stainless steel hinges and sits flush with the ceramic rim to form a harmonious unit.

The Vero Toilet close-coupled washdown model has an outlet for various connector sets and is available in colours white (alpine) and black. The Vero Cistern has a dual flush mechanism helping to conserve water.

The wall mounted Vero Bidet has an overflow, with tap platform and measures 370 x 540mm and again you can choose from colours of white (alpine) or black.

Bath / Whirltubs

Vero Bath tubs

Vero Bath tubs

There are six versions of the Vero bath with four sizes to choose from: single-seater 170 x 70 cm and 170 x 75 cm, or spacious two-seater 180 x 80 cm and 190 x 90 cm with a 30° back incline that is extremely comfortable. The wood-look panelling has a magnetic fastening system allowing easy removal for maintenance and repairs. The bath panelling is available in a choice of wood veneer and décor finishes including:

  • American Walnut (Real wood veneer)
  • Macassar (Real wood veneer)
  • American Cherry Tree (Real wood veneer)
  • Wenge (Decor)
  • Oak anthracite
  • Bleached Oak (Real wood veneer)
  • Oak Natural (Real wood veneer)
  • Macoré (Real wood veneer)
  • Ash Olive (Real wood veneer)
  • Panelling wood-look finishes include Teak

The 75, 80 and 90 cm wide bathtubs can be fitted, to order, with various Duravit whirlpool systems.

Visit Ocean Bathrooms showroom to view the New Duravit Line Vero black bathroom suite and experience for yourself the unique, high gloss and high-quality classy black look. We also stock Duravit 2nd Floor, Duravit Blue Moon Bath Tub and the new Duravit Ketho bathroom furniture range.

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