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Archive for May, 2007

Less is more: Introducing the Vipari Minimalist Walk in Shower collection from Victoriaplumb.com

Wednesday, May 9th, 2007

Water one of the purest substanaces on Earth and we have used this as the basis behind our Vipari walk in showers & themostatic valves for the perfect hot or cold shower.

The material a product is manufactured from can be just as important as the items shape and form. The aesthetical factors can sometimes be purely down to the quality of the materials used; this in turn can be amplified by the simplicity of the design and quality of manufacture.

Here at Victoriaplumb.com we are proud to say that many of our products are based on the minimalist movement and we let simple designs, quality materials and skilful manufacture speak for themselves. Our new range of Vipari Minimalist walk in showers demonstrate minimalism whilst providing designer bathroom style at non designer prices.

The word minimalism describes a movement in different forms of design and art. Minimalism designs are stripped down to reveal and display fundamental and basic elements. We have removed any complicated and unnecessary elements to our new Vipari walk in shower collection, simply displaying luxury 8mm safety glass, clean cut chrome and ultra low, pristine white solid shower trays.

Installing a walk in shower not only adds an extra function to a bathroom but creates the feeling of opulent and scintillating style within your home. Our Victoriaplumb.com Vipari walk in shower collection consists of nine different size combinations all at amazing prices. Also, each element (shower glass, side panels and shower trays) are all available as separate items so you can create the perfect look and shape for your family bathroom, divine en suite or private shower area hideaway.

You begin and end the day in your bathroom therefore it should be a space that can be versatile; both vitalising and relaxing. What better way to do this than creating a minimalist statement with your own bathroom using our luxury online collection?

A clean cut Vipari walk in shower will rejuvenate you in the mornings and create a serene atmosphere at the end of a stressful day, allowing the stresses of your day to wash away.

Bathroom Eco-cleaning: Magical methods

Tuesday, May 8th, 2007

Shining bright, gleaming white:
To clean bathroom tiles, grout, baths and basins firstly run the shower or hot tap for a minute; the steam will loosen any grime and dirt making it easier to remove.
Baking soda is a natural odour absorber and buffing agent, once mixed two to one with lemon juice to produce a cleaning paste it becomes the perfect way to turn a grubby and dull bathroom suite into a gleaming focal area for all the family to enjoy.
Leaving this economical & eco-friendly paste on the desired bathroom areas for just ten minutes, gently rinsing away the formula and buffing with a rag or cloth will result in a ‘like new’ bathroom

A breath of fresh air:
Many cleaning products are perfumed to disguise toxic smells but they still have a harsh tone to them, take into consideration some of these natural bathroom freshening ideas……..

By simply leaving approximately 8 – 10 table spoons of soda in the bowl of your toilet overnight will keep your lavatory fresh and sparkling clean. Believe it or not, effervescent tablets left over night and even flat full fat cola left for only an hour a week can clean toilet bowls due to their abrasive properties!

Also, baking soda combined with a few drops of an essential oil makes a perfect air freshener alternative, just mix and place in the bottom of a decorative vase or holder. Alternatively, a small dab of your favourite aromatic oil on the bathroom light will emit a gentle yet pleasant aroma. Don’t forget that opening a window is the ultimate way to freshen a room!

Mirror mirror:
Windows and bathroom mirrors are easily cleaned and made to gleam using one table spoon of vinegar to every one litre of water, apply with a rag or cloth to gently remove any marks and grime. Removing any excess solution with used newspaper not only results in a perfect reflection but is eco-friendly too!

Your Eco-cleaning bathroom essentials

Friday, May 4th, 2007

Cleaning the bathroom is never any ones favourite household chore and with the full range of cleaning products available on today’s market it can be quite an expensive experience too.
However, effective cleaning products can be found from simple items you may already have in your kitchen cupboards.

Not only does making your own cleaning products help with your bank balance but also with the ever growing need to be eco-friendly. Many cleaning products contain strong chemicals that no doubt do their intended job but contain toxins that get washed down the drain into your surrounding environment. On the shelf cleaning products can contain chlorine, ammonia, butyl/alkyl, benzene, formaldehyde, and ethylene/ethyl.

The eco-cleaning essentials:

Lemon juice contains a natural citric acid which cuts through bathroom grease, soap scum and lime scale. The low pH level of lemon juice is perfect for cleaning brass and copper. It is also ideal for use as a natural yet effective disinfectant and can be used to replace the toxin filled bleach you would usually place in your toilet, simultaneously cleaning and deodorising your bathroom toilet.

Bicarbonate of Soda (sodium bicarbonate/baking soda) combined with water makes a paste that cuts through dirt, grime and grease with ease on almost any bathroom surface. Mixing with vinegar can amplify its strength for maximum cleaning on extra tough stains and marks. You can use bicarbonate of soda neat to tackle tough stains and lime scale on taps, toilets, baths and basins.

White household vinegar can be used to replace ammonia based cleaning products. If any ammonia based cleaning product is mixed with chlorine a highly dangerous gas called ‘Chloramine’ is produced which is incredible toxic. Therefore using white household vinegar to clean your bathroom is a smart replacement! White vinegar has been used due to its cleaning properties alone for years, perfect for removing lime deposits and bathroom grime. Don’t use malt vinegar though because it doesn’t have the same cleaning properties as white vinegar does!

Recycled cleaning rags, cloths, used newspapers, old sheets, clothing and towels are perfect for recycling and using to clean around the bathroom. Not all disposable wipes are biodegradable and using rags or cloths is not only better for our environment but economical too as you can wash them after use and use them again.
Newspaper can be used to wipe bathroom mirrors and windows clean and to protect your bathroom floor whilst cleaning is in progress.

Beautiful Bathroom Basins

Thursday, May 3rd, 2007

Basins are an essential part of any modern day family bathroom, shower area or en suite bathroom. Not only do they grant the ever increasing need for designer style but also provide essential bathroom hygiene.

The online Victoriaplumb.com bathroom collection proudly displays several different basin designs, providing the perfect solution for all bathroom areas within your home. Our vast collection includes wall mounted basins and sinks. Wall mounted basins are ideal to add a luxury focal point to your bathroom whilst also making the most of the space you have in the room. Our luxury range includes the Riva ceramic collection, adding beautiful and stylish symmetry to any bathroom. The Riva wall mounted collection is available in 600, 800 and 1000mm styles, from just £99 to £280. This basin profile is ideal to pair with any luxury Kube whirlpool bath from our superb bathroom collection.

The surface mounted collection of bathroom basins from Victoriaplumb.com ranges from perfectly round, straight edged and gradually sloping designs. All skilfully crafted from luxury white Italian ceramic. Elegantly taking pride of place on any bathroom countertop, the statuesque Manhattan and Bloc surface mounted basins are a beautiful example of ceramic craftsmanship but for just £59 either of these sinks can be an affordable focal point in your own bathroom. If you require a more organically shaped design to incorporate into you décor then the Ronda basin at only £49 or the Eclipse basin at a mere £59 will be perfect the only choice for you.

The Victoriaplumb.com Express corner basin and pedestal is ideal for making the ultimate bathroom statement whilst still preserving precious space within you ensuite or guest bathroom. Perfect when teamed with any chrome basin taps from our luxury collection. For a mere £70, the endless style of this corner sink will grace your bathroom for years to come.
The Express basin is also available in a full pedestal and sink version, the definitive statement in statuesque style and grandeur design. Full pedestal basins offer endless style whilst also combining beautiful practicality; the Express is available in three models, all at just £60, so why shop anywhere else but online at Victoriaplumb.com?

Simply view our full range of wall mounted, surface mounted, corner and pedestal mounted bathroom wash basins at our online store.

Introducing breathtaking bathroom taps and showers from Victoriaplumb.com

Wednesday, May 2nd, 2007

Bathroom taps and showers are the perfect way to add a gleaming finishing touch to any en suite, family bathroom or guest bathroom; however, taps and showers can also be used as inspiration for the styling of a complete bathroom renovation.

Many people would start by choosing their larger bathroom items first, such as the bath or walk in shower enclosure and add the smaller bathroom items to them later on. Why not choose your basin taps, bath mixer or stunning shower head from the Victoriaplumb.com collection first and create your dream bathroom around their beautiful style instead?

Contemporary, timeless and traditional bath mixer taps, basin taps, bidet mixers, shower heads and shower valves along with beautiful shower slider kits are all included in our extensive luxury range, offering an endless opportunity for bathroom design inspiration!

The Victoriaplumb.com tap and mixer collection starts from just £25 and shower heads start from under £22, to introduce designer style to your shower area, family bathroom or en suite at non-designer prices view our extensive online bathroom tap collection.

We have nine bathroom tap collections for you to view and choose from, comprising of traditional and contemporary designs. All have been styled with the highest degree of designer style and manufactured using only the finest craftsmanship methods. Timeless Victorian style, urban minimalism and future classics all make up our breathtaking online bathroom tap and shower range.