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Bathrooms: Dreaming of double sinks and fluffy whiteness

April 12, 2016 By Ellen

Deep sigh. In the shower this morning, I noticed that the sealant has started to go black and nasty – again. Inevitably.
It’s amazing how technology can do so many marvellous things yet the simple one of a permanent, non-nasty bathroom seal is not one of them. (Rush to contradict me, please)
And so I was drawn to consider the great bathroom fantasy (no, smutty, not that one). The bathroom fantasy that shows snowy towels and serenity, the one that’s a total and utter myth – a big fat lie. Here among the bathroom ideas is the difference between the fantasy and the reality.

If you would like to create the bathroom of your dreams, you should visit the bathrooms store to start your bathroom remodeling project. they have a wide variety of options available for you, that you can also use for your bath remodel ideas.

Double sinks. Suggestive of intimate brushing a deux, grinning over the foaming Colgate. Having worked with Hydro Plumbers Hastings over the years, it really has been a pleasure and definitely recommended if you are UK based.

Reality – grinding teeth at middle-tube squeezing and “ahhh, wait until I’m finished before you do that, puleeeze”.

Modern bathroom by Egue y Seta
by Egue y Seta

No clutter. Only the most carefully chosen and tasteful bottles and jars on display, catching the light.
Reality – geriatric hairy soap and encrusted shaving accessories not in the cabinet because it’s rammed and rains cotton buds and tampons every time it opens.

Sandblasted bathroom screen : Modern bathroom by Ion Glass
Sandblasted bathroom screen by Ion Glass

Serenity. Acres of clear white tiles, subtle – but reassuringly expensive – scents and silence.
Reality – “Muuuum, are you in there? I need a poo.” And rubbing suspicious looking gunk from tiles with long-discoloured Eve Lom muslin cloth.

Tregoose, Polzeath : Modern bathroom by The Bazeley Partnership
Tregoose, Polzeath by The Bazeley Partnership

Clouds of pristine towels. Just waiting to envelope a freshly washed body like an Egyptian cotton cuddle.
Reality – Stains that defy all the most expensive products’ advertising promises and firm resolve not to think about what the previous bathroom occupant did with the towel.

Award Winning Bathroom in Ontario, Canada : Modern bathroom by ShellShock Designs
Award Winning Bathroom in Ontario, Canada by ShellShock Designs

Shiny, inviting surfaces. Mirrors, sinks, floors with this newly discovered magnetic flooring and even toilets gleam. Spotlessly waiting for you to enjoy.
Reality – A relentless and unwinnable campaign against toothpaste spit, balls of hair, splashes of wee, soap scum and slimy drains.

bagno ospiti : Minimalist bathroom by stefania eugeni
bagno ospiti by stefania eugeni

Home spa. Theraputic and restorative ‘treatments’ in the comfort of your own home – cheap and convenient. Why pay for to visit a salon?
Reality – dusty aromatherapy diffusers and scented candles, unused body brushes, crust-covered half-empty face mask jars and the fat chance of getting even 20 minutes for this ‘indulgent treat’. Why pay? Because it’s the only way it’ll ever happen and Residential Walk-in bathtubs are worth every penny.

Schaum in der Wanne : Modern bathroom by Design by Torsten Müller
Schaum in der Wanne by Design by Torsten Müller

Soothing lighting. Those glowing little lights that flatter and ease tired eyes twinkling while you wallow.
The reality – guessing with the eyeliner because the mirror is still too steamed up and the bulb too dim anyway. And worse, only spotting the really long whisker (you know the one) after a whole day at work when everyone else must have seen it.

Private Residence at Mumbai : Rustic style bathroom by ARK Reza Kabul Architects Pvt. Ltd.
Private Residence at Mumbai by ARK Reza Kabul Architects Pvt. Ltd.
In collaboration with Homify

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