How to design a bathroom that’s easy to clean

A back-to-wall bath will stop dirt accumulating behind. Photos supplied by Reece. Products pictured available from Reece.


One of the most essential but unappealing chores would have to be cleaning the bathroom.

Daniela Santilli, of bathroom-products retailer Reece, said that unlike a bedroom or lounge room, wet rooms required more effort to get a perfect clean, especially if they were old or poorly designed.

“People definitely want to minimize the time in cleaning their bathroom,” she said.

Thankfully, if you’re building or renovating your bathroom, some clever thinking can ensure it’s not only stylish but functional, particularly when it comes

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Attention To Detail – Kitchen & Bath Design News

Personal wellness is a hot topic these days, and when it comes to home design, the shower is one of the most obvious places to incorporate wellness in the home. The shower can become a relaxing, therapeutic, peaceful oasis for cleansing both body and mind.

“The shower is one of the most personal experiences of any person’s day. Whether it’s getting an early morning started on the right foot or winding down from a long day, the shower is more than just hygiene. It provides a brief escape from hectic schedules and the hustle and bustle of daily life,”

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Luxury Trends Spotlight Quality, Function

Kitchens weren’t always the hub of the home. In houses built before World War II, they tended to be utilitarian and relegated to the back. Bathrooms weren’t temples of sybaritic pleasure, either.

With the rise of the post-war middle class and the modern American suburb, homes grew larger, appliances became more convenience-focused and stylish private spaces for parents started to emerge. In the decades since then, kitchens and bathrooms have evolved from functional to fabulous showcases for good living.

This is where we find ourselves today. Budgets have grown so that six-figure kitchens are becoming more common, especially in

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