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Mira Showers – 10 Tips For Making The Most Of A Small Bathroom

Mira Showers – 10 Top Tips For Making The Most Of A Small Bathroom

“Small rooms always pose difficulties when it comes to renovating or redecorating, and this is particularly true of the bathroom thanks to the many pipes, plumbing and electrical lines they contain. Although they present additional challenges, a small bathroom can be dramatically transformed with the correct approach. We at Mira Showers have compiled ten handy tips with the help of TV interior designer Jo Hamilton, which should help to ease the process of revamping your bathroom, adding value to both your house, and the time you spend there:

1) Colour

Colour plays a huge role in the overall ‘feel’ of a room, and a new coat of paint will be the most noticeable change when redecorating. Dark colours tend to be claustrophobic, so aim for light, neutral colours to make your bathroom appear larger.

2) Layout

The layout of your bathroom is essential when size is limited. An efficient layout that evenly spaces out bathroom furniture will maximise the available space and make it appear larger.

3) Be ruthless

It’s difficult, but if something isn’t completely essential then remove it from your bathroom. If you’re a shower person, replace your bathtub with a shower enclosure to maximise your floor space. Semi-framed glass enclosures and low profile shower trays are the perfect combination for a dramatic space transformation. The Mira Leap is our latest range of shower enclosures, and provides a clean and uncluttered look with invisible fixings, resulting in a stylish and contemporary aesthetic.

4) Let there be Light

Increasing the amount of natural light can make any bathroom appear larger, but this is often much easier said than done. If you can’t add or increase the size of your bathroom windows, make sure you install sufficient lighting to avoid gloomy areas of darkness.

5) Reflective surfaces

By adding either a sheet of mirror glass or metallic finish tiles, light will be reflected around the room giving the perception of that essential extra space. There are a great range of metallic finish tiles on the market at the moment – just be sure to pay attention to tip number six!  The True Mirror fascia is the perfect product for this, available with the Mira Alero (pictured at the start), it makes a great style statement.

6) Grout idea

Avoid small tiles in a small bathroom – the grout lines in between each tile make a small room look cluttered and therefore smaller.  Opt for larger tiles to reduce the amount of grout lines to make the room seem larger and easier to clean!

7) Fixtures and fittings

Installing complementary fixtures and fittings will provide any bathroom with a consistent theme throughout, which can help to make the room really special. In a small bathroom, these fixtures and fittings need to be as small as possible to give the appearance of a larger space. Sleek and minimalist fittings such as the Mira Agile mixer shower maximises the space in your shower as it fits flush to the wall, making it as unobtrusive as possible.  The Mira Evolve bathroom taps were designed specifically to complement the Mira Agile, giving you the perfect pairing in a small bathroom.

8) Extractor

In a small space, steam can build up really quickly – this is at best an inconvenience for trying to use bathroom mirrors, and at worst a cause of significant structural problems due to damp. This can be fixed by buying a suitable extractor fan:  If your bathroom has direct access to the outside of the house, opt for an axial fan as they are quieter but will still get the job done.

9) Floor space

Increasing the amount of visible floor space is vital to giving the appearance of a larger bathroom – the more floor space you can actually see; the larger the room will feel. Wall mounting sanitary ware and storage is a good way to do this, as it allows your eyes to travel to the floor underneath.

10) Accessories

Accessories are the finishing touch for any room, and even if your bathroom is small, it shouldn’t be overlooked. Accessories are a great opportunity to bring in splashes of colour and to add texture and interest, but be careful not to go over the top: a few fluffy towels and some luxury soaps should be all you need.”

Please visit Taps4Less.ie to see the complete Mira showers range.

Reina Radiators At Taps4Less.ie

Modern day living is fast, chic and sophisticated. It is paramount for our home living to reflect this image. The Designer’s at “REINA” have taken this integral movement in our life styles and emphasised this throughout the entire collection.  More and more people strive to achieve individuality and style to suit their homes and life style, whether it be a contemporary look or more classical period look, Reina Designer Radiators will appeal to all tastes. Their contemporary radiators create the perfect focus point to suit rooms of the most diverse styles. The concept of towel radiators is defined in their refined and luminous qualities. The sleek lines and lightness naturally creates the appearance of space in small spaces, thus enhancing the size of a room. The classical period radiators create an appearance of luxury and grandeur and can create an exquisite centre piece.
Quality and style is essential in today’s challenging and sophisticated market. At Reina Design they never stop searching for new and innovative ways to achieve this. Please visit Taps4Less.ie to see the complete Reina radiators range.

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Sagittarius Kensington Shower Kits

The new Sagittarius Kensington shower valve kits are easy to use, thermostatic for added safety and comes complete with a traditional slide rail kit for the ultimate in classic good looks. Sagittarius taps and showers feel that their products should perform as well as they look. All Sagittarius products are manufactured to the highest standards and built to last a lifetime. Please visit Taps4Less.ie to see our complete showers range.

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Hudson Reed Bathrooms At Taps4Less

Style. Quality. Luxury. Innovation. With Hudson Reed, you can have it all. This is the complete bathroom collection. From basins to baths, taps to towel rails, every detail is considered, every element perfected. What makes Hudson Reed so special? Well, for over 12 years, Hudson Reed’s philosophy has been a simple one. They provide luxury bathroom products at desirable prices. Their design team brings a distinctive style to every one of their ranges, whether it be classic, contemporary or ultra-cool. In addition, a majority of their shower valves and all our Hudson Reed baths and Pearlstone trays are made in Britain. Hudson Reed design with the latest technology, too. High tech taps and showers, motion sensor lighting, super-strong surface finishes – wherever we can add quality and durability, we do. And for good measure, they endurance test every product. It’s no surprise then that they offer a market-leading 20-year guarantee (unless otherwise stated). Please visit Taps4Less.ie to see the complete Hudson Reed bathrooms range.

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Aquatiere Saltless Water Softeners

The new Aquatiere range of saltless water softeners offer a new way to clean your water without the added sodium problems. Suitable for very hard water areas, chemical free and does not require any salt and is proven to help eczema and psoriasis. These water softeners purifies your normal tap water into drinking quality water.  Aquatiere guarantee this unit for 3 years. Please visit Taps4Less.ie to see the complete Aquatiere range.

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Ireland Bathroom Suites At Taps4Less.ie

Ireland Bathroom Suites At Taps4Less.ie

Yes, your bathroom may be the smallest room in the house, but there’s no reason why it can’t make a splash. We have put together a collection of beautiful bathroom suites from traditional and country, to the modern, wild and wonderful. Whether you are thinking of decorating your downstairs loo or your en-suite, take a look at our collection for some bathroom inspiration. Please visit Taps4Less.ie today for great prices and free delivery throughout Ireland.

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Delta Bathroom Suite With Freestanding Bath

The new Delta bathroom suite with freestanding back to wall bath offer designer good looks at a fraction of the cost. This bath come un-drilled so you can put the taps in the exact place of your choice and comes with a full 25 year guarantee Just wanted to drop a quick note to say thanks for sending us this beautiful bathroom suite. It is good to find an internet based outfit that cares about the quality of their products.  Please visit Taps4Less.ie to see the Delta bathroom suite.

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Showers At Taps4Less.ie

Showers At Taps4Less.ie

Personalize your shower experience with a pulsing massage, or a fine, gentle mist or soak in a rain shower with perfectly positioned body jets. The possibilities and enjoyment are endless with Taps4Less.ie. Rejuvenate and relax in your own luxurious custom shower. To help you create your dream system. Choose from our range of showers including shower enclosures, doors, and much more. Complete your shower with one of our shower sets which are available in a variety multifunction, rain, and water efficient head and handset models.

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Thermostatic Bath Shower Mixer Taps

Hot bath water is the most common cause of fatal and severe scalds to children and the elderly. Mira Showers now have introduced the Verve thermostatic bath shower mixer tap (thermostatic temperature stability keeps showering safe for all the family). Maximum temperature stop for increased safety, separate temperature and flow controls to fine tune your perfect bath or shower, is TMV2 and WRAS approved.  Please visit Taps4Less.ie to see the Mira Verve thermostatic taps.

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