bathroom accessories

 

A few well chosen accessories can lift the whole bathing experience to a new level, so take the time to fuss over the room and get things looking and feeling good, then shop for some gorgeous fragrant treats for some well deserved bliss.

 

favourite things

 

For your body, softly textured natural fibres can soothe and invigorate and are especially well suited to the humid atmosphere of the bathroom. Fabrics like cotton, terry towelling and linen are all soft and absorbent, while natural bristle brushes, sponges and loofahs not only look good but feel good too

 

Candles create ambience and soft mood lighting while bathing. A few better quality candles will last longer, smoke less and provide rich, perfumed fragrances

 

Soaps need to be chosen carefully as many brands are made from strong, perfumed detergents which can strip and dry the skin. Pure and vegetable oil soaps as well as glycerine and cleansing bars are a better alternative. Use a soap dish to preserve the life of the bar and stack extra blocks in jars for a great display

 

Mirrors are a great way to add depth, width and length to a small bathroom. They can also help to distribute light throughout the room

 

Towel rails are needed to dry and air towels between showering and can be as simple as a floor standing ladder.  A heated towel rail is a real bonus in damp weather or if you have a big family with lots of towels to dry

 

Good ventilation is a must in all bathrooms. If you have a window, open it up on a regular basis to air the bathroom. In bathrooms without windows, a ceiling exhaust fan is essential to keep it smelling fresh