The kids are older – maybe they’ve left home – and you’re clambering over the side of your family bath to get into the shower one day when you think, “Do we even need this bath anymore?” Does that sound familiar? Whether it’s down to our busy lives or accessibility, energy saving or personal […]
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Designing a Bathroom for the Elderly: What you Need to Consider
As we get older and lose some of our mobility, there remains one room in the house where we want to take care of ourselves and maintain our dignity, and that’s the bathroom. So, it’s important that when we design a room for an older user, we consider ways of making the smallest room in […]
Ensuite Bathroom Ideas
When we’re renovating our homes or planning on moving house, ensuite bathrooms remain one of the main requirements we look for. So, it’s no surprise that this is one of the rooms our designers are most asked about during consultations. Here are some of the most common elements we see in ensuite bathrooms. Getting […]
How to Budget for a Bathroom Renovation
When you’re working out how to budget for your bathroom renovation there are a number of costs to consider, some of which may not be so obvious. So, a good starting point is to consider the kind of bathroom you’re looking for first. From budget to luxury There are a few questions you need […]
Cheap Bathrooms: 5 Reasons to Avoid Cost Cutting
There’s nothing worse than doing a job and then having to do it again. And if there’s one place where cutting corners can end up costing you a lot more money, it’s in home renovations. You’re dreaming of your luxury bathroom, and you’ve got plenty of ideas in mind. But when it comes down to […]
What Will Designer Bathrooms in 2021 Look Like?
Let’s put this year behind us and look ahead to 2021. It certainly feels like it’s going to be full of potential, and many of us are already planning home renovation projects, including bathroom revamps. So, if you’re refurbishing your bathroom next year, you’ll want to know about the designer bathroom trends for 2021. […]
Walk in shower or Wet Room? What’s the Best Option?
Who hasn’t seen a movie scene set in a spacious, glamorous walk in shower? It may seem a luxurious option suitable for designer mansions, but actually walk in showers and wet rooms are becoming increasingly popular in modern home bathrooms. If you’re thinking of redesigning your bathroom to maximise space, or just because you […]
How to Have a More Efficient Shower
Who doesn’t love a long shower to wake you up and get yourself motivated for the day ahead? There’s nothing wrong with taking a moment for yourself at the start of your day. But, how often do you find your moments are stretching into minutes? The longer you spend in the shower, the less […]
Updating Your Home for the New Normal
We’ve all spent a lot more time in our houses over the last few months, and that’s had quite an impact on how we use the place we call home. A study by Aviva, taken during lockdown, shows that 85% of us undertook some home improvements, with decluttering, gardening, and home decorating being the […]
Here’s Why You Need A Bathroom Designer (Not Just An Installer)
If you’ve never worked as a tradesperson, you’d be forgiven for not knowing the ins and outs of construction, design, fitting and more. Fortunately for you, Alan Heath & Sons have a combined experience of over a hundred years. Yes – that’s a long time! We know our stuff, and we’re more than happy to […]