Bathroom Ideas: How to create a vintage look - It seems that we are still in love with vintage-style bathrooms. Our appetite for standing baths, pedestal basins and taps Phillips did not disappear with time, and our penchant for continuous properties of the period - and for a reason. These classic details are beautiful bathrooms, summarizing luxury, indulgence and elegance of another era. Here are some ideas to achieve that enviable period look in your own diet.
Aston Matthews
Choose a standing bath
If you have the space, a freestanding bath on Victorian feet is one of these indulgences you will never regret. Not just to boutique hotels, these days there is a bath-look period for all budgets and spec. A roll-top at both ends, as seen here, is a classic choice. For extra authenticity, opt for a cast, as they were in Victorian times, and paint the exterior to match your system.
If you're worried about the weight (and there is no doubt that these babies can be heavy), you can also buy lighter - acrylic versions - and usually cheaper. However, the cast will keep your warm bubble bath for longer. Alternatively, if you insist on original vintage hunt around in salvage yards for reclaimed beauties.
If you have the space, a freestanding bath on Victorian feet is one of these indulgences you will never regret. Not just to boutique hotels, these days there is a bath-look period for all budgets and spec. A roll-top at both ends, as seen here, is a classic choice. For extra authenticity, opt for a cast, as they were in Victorian times, and paint the exterior to match your system.
If you're worried about the weight (and there is no doubt that these babies can be heavy), you can also buy lighter - acrylic versions - and usually cheaper. However, the cast will keep your warm bubble bath for longer. Alternatively, if you insist on original vintage hunt around in salvage yards for reclaimed beauties.
Choose wonderful sinks
Stand-mounted basins add elegance and a sense of space to a room of bath time and are an elegant alternative to porcelain floors. Here, two sinks on chrome legs were placed on opposite sides of the room for a chic and symmetrical look.
In the days before modern plumbing, sinks were just wooden tables or cabinets for a bowl and a jug of water. To recreate an authentic look, look for pieces in the Victorian style, Edwardian or Georgian to match the period of your home.
Stand-mounted basins add elegance and a sense of space to a room of bath time and are an elegant alternative to porcelain floors. Here, two sinks on chrome legs were placed on opposite sides of the room for a chic and symmetrical look.
In the days before modern plumbing, sinks were just wooden tables or cabinets for a bowl and a jug of water. To recreate an authentic look, look for pieces in the Victorian style, Edwardian or Georgian to match the period of your home.
Chris Snook
you pedestal pride
much maligned and misunderstood in the past, the pedestal can look elegant and timeless, so banish all thoughts of the 1970's counsel after aunt Betty. Moreover, pedestals hide a multitude of ugly pipes and can be a good option if you do not want to reduce the space you have with a square vanity unit. However, sacrificing storage possibilities in your pool will result in their adaptation elsewhere.
This room also proves that the classical language and groove, here painted a smoky gray heritage is fabulous paired with period features.
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much maligned and misunderstood in the past, the pedestal can look elegant and timeless, so banish all thoughts of the 1970's counsel after aunt Betty. Moreover, pedestals hide a multitude of ugly pipes and can be a good option if you do not want to reduce the space you have with a square vanity unit. However, sacrificing storage possibilities in your pool will result in their adaptation elsewhere.
This room also proves that the classical language and groove, here painted a smoky gray heritage is fabulous paired with period features.
Learn about other ways to trim your bathroom
Colin Cadle Photography
Investing in vanity units
Available in all shapes and sizes, a topped basin unit can completely change the look and feel of your bathroom. Choose carefully your wardrobe to reflect the period you are going for. Older designs beads in this restored Victorian villa has been painted in a soft taupe the heritage and work beautifully with freestanding bath and polished floors.
Available in all shapes and sizes, a topped basin unit can completely change the look and feel of your bathroom. Choose carefully your wardrobe to reflect the period you are going for. Older designs beads in this restored Victorian villa has been painted in a soft taupe the heritage and work beautifully with freestanding bath and polished floors.
Godrich Interiors
choose spider taps
they are not flashy and they could not figure super-intelligent mixers, but a pair of traditional cruciform faucets are easy to handle, fun to watch and are a staple in any room antique bath. And treated well, should last a lifetime, and also look good mounted on a freestanding bath, as seen here.
Always try taps in the showroom to ensure that they feel comfortable to use -. A traditional curved design is generally easier to handle than a more angular modern
Turn on the style with fabulous faucet designs
they are not flashy and they could not figure super-intelligent mixers, but a pair of traditional cruciform faucets are easy to handle, fun to watch and are a staple in any room antique bath. And treated well, should last a lifetime, and also look good mounted on a freestanding bath, as seen here.
Always try taps in the showroom to ensure that they feel comfortable to use -. A traditional curved design is generally easier to handle than a more angular modern
Turn on the style with fabulous faucet designs
Trefurn
Back to mahogany
It may have moved in and out of the fashion over the years, but this brilliant dark wood is a genuine choice in good faith for a room with period bath - as seen here in the toilet seat and towel rail (the first domestic WCs often had mahogany chairs ). And if you want to go all the way, you can always buy antique-look replica mahogany throne designs.
Meanwhile, you might not associate with traditional paneling bathroom, but this system proves he can certainly ramp up this magnificent period home feeling.
It may have moved in and out of the fashion over the years, but this brilliant dark wood is a genuine choice in good faith for a room with period bath - as seen here in the toilet seat and towel rail (the first domestic WCs often had mahogany chairs ). And if you want to go all the way, you can always buy antique-look replica mahogany throne designs.
Meanwhile, you might not associate with traditional paneling bathroom, but this system proves he can certainly ramp up this magnificent period home feeling.
Install a shower ring
There something so amusingly retro on a circular or oval shower rail bath paired with a plain white curtain, as seen here. Do not assume that it should be silver or steel. This golden adds a dose of glamor without falling into gaudiness.
There something so amusingly retro on a circular or oval shower rail bath paired with a plain white curtain, as seen here. Do not assume that it should be silver or steel. This golden adds a dose of glamor without falling into gaudiness.
Paul Craig Photography
soak in a slipper
a twist on the freestanding bath, the bath classic shoe has a curved shape that supports your neck, and so is sublimely comfortable if you want to soak for longer. Planning bathe two ? So remember to plump for a double super-indulgent slipper - where both ends are high - or be ready to fight for who gets the end without taps. If the antique claw foot look is not for you, opt for a number of pedestal like this instead.
a twist on the freestanding bath, the bath classic shoe has a curved shape that supports your neck, and so is sublimely comfortable if you want to soak for longer. Planning bathe two ? So remember to plump for a double super-indulgent slipper - where both ends are high - or be ready to fight for who gets the end without taps. If the antique claw foot look is not for you, opt for a number of pedestal like this instead.
A1 Lofts and extensions
Shimmer with copper
a bright copper slipper tub is one of these luxury investment pieces that can run into thousands of pounds. However, if you fall in love with one, it should be a love that lasts a lifetime. The first baths - after the arrival of running water in the early 19th century - were often made of copper, and they certainly bring to mind vintage mansions and lush dramas. A beauty like this is certainly a treasure.
a bright copper slipper tub is one of these luxury investment pieces that can run into thousands of pounds. However, if you fall in love with one, it should be a love that lasts a lifetime. The first baths - after the arrival of running water in the early 19th century - were often made of copper, and they certainly bring to mind vintage mansions and lush dramas. A beauty like this is certainly a treasure.
Dennis Mayer, photographer
Lay a monochrome floor
a black and white checkerboard floor adds a classic Victorian atmosphere in a bathroom, while feeling at the same time fresh and modern. Running the square diagonally across the floor, as shown here, can help stop a room feel too ordered and more relaxed and spacious.
a black and white checkerboard floor adds a classic Victorian atmosphere in a bathroom, while feeling at the same time fresh and modern. Running the square diagonally across the floor, as shown here, can help stop a room feel too ordered and more relaxed and spacious.
Chris Snook
investing in stone
Gleaming bright marble may look stunning in a room of bath time, as seen here with this smart basin and shower surround. It may not be the cheapest option, but marble is easy to clean and has this special kind of timelessness that recalls luxurious five star hotels. This spacious room also proves that you can mix traditional elements, such as radiators and sink, with a more modern shower area.
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Gleaming bright marble may look stunning in a room of bath time, as seen here with this smart basin and shower surround. It may not be the cheapest option, but marble is easy to clean and has this special kind of timelessness that recalls luxurious five star hotels. This spacious room also proves that you can mix traditional elements, such as radiators and sink, with a more modern shower area.
Discover ways to marble in your home
Sue Murphy Interiors
Go for antique radiators
Victorian radiators chunky (if recovered original drawings or convincing copies) are magnificent in halls time, as shown here in this indulgent space. Under the windows, they will ensure you stay warm while you soak. This room also ramps the luxury factor with a freestanding bath and a beautiful glossy sheen.
Victorian radiators chunky (if recovered original drawings or convincing copies) are magnificent in halls time, as shown here in this indulgent space. Under the windows, they will ensure you stay warm while you soak. This room also ramps the luxury factor with a freestanding bath and a beautiful glossy sheen.
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experience with wallpaper
does not assume the walls should be tiled or plain. The Victorians were famous fans painted patterned paper - just think of all the wonderful botanical prints William Morris - and luxurious retreat bath proves that it can work perfectly in a bathroom. The beautiful green floral design adds a subtle color to a neutral regime button.
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does not assume the walls should be tiled or plain. The Victorians were famous fans painted patterned paper - just think of all the wonderful botanical prints William Morris - and luxurious retreat bath proves that it can work perfectly in a bathroom. The beautiful green floral design adds a subtle color to a neutral regime button.
Get more insight decoration of the Victorian way with wallpaper
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What keys period you have in your bathroom? Share your ideas and pictures in the comments below.