One needs to choose between a wall-mounted or floor-mounted WC at the initial stage of bathroom renovation or design so that the plumbing layout can be planned and laid accordingly. These WCs (water closets) are made in vitreous china and are available in a variety of designs; the preferred standard colours are usually ivory or white. Here are the pros and cons of wall-mounted and floor-mounted WCs. Wall-mounted WC If…

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The Most Instagrammable Hotel Bathrooms in the World These stunning designs have no bad angles TEXT BY SYDNEY WASSERMAN Posted September 1, 2017 The Henrietta Hotel, London Photographer: Karel Balas One of the best things about staying in a hotel is momentarily pretending that the room is actually your home. Like, you totally have a king-size bed with an oversize velvet headboard, sheets with an impressive thread count, and, of course, a marble-clad…

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A savvy mom helps perfect a spot that's comfortable, safe, and just plain fun If you want to design with kids in mind, ask an expert. Former preschool teacher Nadia Blair knew exactly what to put where—and why—when she and her husband, Aaron, added a bath for their boys to their Austin, Texas, house. She put a premium on safety, choosing a low tub, sink faucets that help prevent scalding,…

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Your bathroom's becoming a refuge, so why not light it adequately? When it comes to interior lighting, bathrooms are probably given the least consideration of all the rooms in the house. The average client I meet doesn't think to invest there — save it for the living room or kitchen, they say. I see a lot of baths with inadequate lighting at the mirror. Often there's just a single ceiling…

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