A sense of luxury and style for the bathroom

It’s no wonder that bathroom makeovers are becoming an increasingly popular feature on TV home improvement programs. Consumers today are focusing on bringing a sense of luxury and style to one of the most frequently used rooms in the house. They’re finding that even an inexpensive bathroom makeover can add a touch of class to their homes.

Consider the typical bathroom — often a "mishmash" of different elements. For example, a standard faucet in one style or finish, a shower valve, tub spout and showerhead in a different style or finish — surrounded by unmatched towel bars and bath accessories. With the latest developments in coordinated lines of lavatory faucets, tub/showers, and accessories, the mishmash syndrome is rapidly becoming a thing of the past.

New bath product lines allow for the creation of a coordinated and distinctive "look" for your bathroom utilizing a single, consistent design style. Product finishes can also be matched to further facilitate an integrated look. The result? A complete "suite" look which creates a sense of elegance throughout the entire bathroom.

A number of manufacturers now offer distinctive bath suites including matching tub/shower and sink fixtures as well as complementary accessories, including towel bars, towel rings, robe hooks, paper holders, toothbrush holders and soap holders. What’s more, these bath suites are available in a variety of styles, finishes and colours.

An inexpensive way of upgrading your bathroom is by introducing polished brass. It gives a rich feel to a bathroom and is becoming a favourite in an array of bathroom accessories.

Faucet manufacturers have introduced non-tarnish finishes for polished brass.

Whatever your choice in styles, the possibilities are limitless. Accessorizing your bathroom has never been easier. The key to an attractive and functional finished result is to take the "suite" approach to selecting coordinated fixtures and accessories.