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Embarking on a bathroom project can be a daunting prospect, but getting the layout right from the start will make
Identify your needs
Start by thinking about who will be using the room, as this will have a big bearing the difference between an adequate design and one that ticks all the boxes. on the scheme you finally choose. Is it to be an en-suite shower room for two or a family bathroom that will require a bath and plenty of storage for toys?
Plan your layout
A scale plan of your space is a good place to start. Measure carefully as accurate dimensions are key and include features that are likely to affect the design, including windows, chimney breasts and doors. Cut out to-scale shapes of everything – loo, basin, bath and shower enclosure, for instance – and rearrange them until you find a layout that works best. Incorporate plenty of space between the elements and consider how the room will work with more than one person in there at the same time.
Statement bath
Use a freestanding bath to create a focal point for a luxe-style space.
MAKE YOUR FREESTANDING BATH THE STAR of the show by placing it in the centre of the room, or sit it by a focal point, such as a window. If you still want the look but space is at a premium, then a smaller slipper bath or a back-to-wall bath might be the answer.
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7 日間の Magzter GOLD 無料トライアルを開始して、何千もの厳選されたプレミアム ストーリー、9,000 以上の雑誌や新聞にアクセスしてください。
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