Eenie, meenie, miney, mo , which to choose, I don’t know! I am finding it very difficult to decide which faucet style is my preference. First my eye goes to the Classic British Telephone Faucet. There are some awesome details about it that have nothing to do with appearance. Number one, it has a nifty name; British Telephone. It stirs up images of the Queen’s Guard, the red telephone box, and … [Read more...]
Beautiful Freestanding Cast Iron Bath Tubs
It has been said, "There is no new thing under the sun." Maybe yes, maybe no! Take a look at these incredibly beautiful cast iron bathtubs and then decide for yourself, are they old, are they new or are they remakes of the best tubs of our past? Have A Look For Yourself Here is a 58 inch Swedish Soaking Tub. Swedish Tubs are known for deep water for soaking. This one provides 18 … [Read more...]
Bubble Bath Recipes
Thanks to the increased popularity in purchasing a classic bathtub, people are finding solace in taking baths once again. Though getting clean is very important to our society, bathing has taken on another important function. In today's hurried lifestyle, we find it increasingly difficult to simply relax and unwind. Today, the bathtub makes this possible. Though taking a long, hot bath sounds … [Read more...]
Getting to Know Classic Bathtubs
When it comes to the bathroom, Americans are certainly paying more and more attention. What used to amount to a large closet size-wise, more and more homes are adding spacious bathrooms to their homes. Gone are the days of one-bathroom homes with a standard bathtub. Today’s new homes require multiple bathrooms and more-stylish bathtubs. For nearly eight decades homes in the United States … [Read more...]
How to Add a Shower to a Clawfoot Bathtub
If you are like many people, you love to enjoy the soothing effects of taking a long, hot bath at the end of your day. Just sitting in the tub and allowing the stresses of the day to melt away is such an inviting thought. There are many times, however, when you do not have the luxury of taking a relaxing bath. You need to take a shower. There is no need to have to choose between an elegant … [Read more...]
How To Paint: The Ceiling
Painting is perhaps the easiest of DIY home upgrades, but tackling the ceiling can be a daunting endeavor, particularly since it requires a bit of elevation and contortion. Here are some pointers on prep and techniques that will teach you how to paint your ceiling and help you accomplish the job easily and successfully, just like a pro. Tools and supplies required: • Paint • Primer • Drop … [Read more...]
Hollywood Style Bubble Bath
Have you ever seen someone on TV or in the movies take a bubble bath and wonder "how did they get those kind of bubbles!?" I always do. See I love me a good bubble bath, but the store bought variety is...lacking. I've always wanted to take a bath in bubbles that would cover me from head to toe and not fizzle out within the first five minutes. Yesterday my daughter wanted to play a game called … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Make a Small Bathroom Look Bigger
It’s much easier to make a living room or bedroom look bigger because you can take and leave certain pieces of furniture. In a bathroom, however you’re stuck between a rock and a hard place when it comes to dealing with a small space. Every bathroom needs to have a sink, toilet and bathing area. When you add on the convenient extras such as linen storage, medicine cabinets, mirrors, … [Read more...]
How To Clean a Cast Iron Bathtub Using Natural Products
Cast iron bathtubs are made to last for a very long time. It is a good idea to take great care of them since they will be a permanent fixture in the home. Abrasive cleaners can scratch or dull the porcelain finish on the tub surface. Using non-abrasive cleaners is the best policy. There is no need to purchase a cleaning product as you have items used every day in the home that can be used. For … [Read more...]