I have a small bathroom, do I need a small tile?
There are many ways to make a smaller space look bigger, these are a few that work well,
Use a large tile in a landscape laying pattern, (too many grout lines add to the feeling of claustrophobia while a horizontal tile can drag your eye around the room).
Use a limited variation, light colour, gloss finish tile (a singular finish tile can add to the seamless look, gloss will bounce the light more and light colours make the space look bigger).
Add light as it immediately changes the feel of the room.(daylight light fittings are very effective)
Add a mirror, preferably with lights,
maximize storage to avoid a cluttered feeling,
And try to use wall hung appliances to add to the size of the floor you see.
I want to take out my bath and put a shower in instead, can I get a shower tray to fit?
Yes, no problem. There are trays exactly the same size a standard baths available if you want a big tray. You can also use a smaller tray and re-use the gained space for something else. Quite commonly people will replace their baths using a wet room type door but full shower enclosure are available also. Before you call in have a quick look and measure to see if you can fit a tray wider than the bath. It’s always a good idea to have your shower a little wider than the width of the bath for a bit more elbow room if possible.
Can I have a drench head shower?
Yes but it depends on what shower you have already and what work you are prepared to have done. A drench head shower is not traditionally an electric shower so if that’s what you have then replumbing would be required. It also requires a large volume of stored hot water so it also depends on your hot water storage system(cylinder/immersion). There are many different ways and systems to use so if you can call in we can go through your options to achieve a drench head shower. It’s a good idea to take a picture of your shower and cylinder so our staff can be clearer on what system you have.
Is there a better looking/quality electric shower?
Yes, there are many ranges of electric shower now available to add to you smart new bathroom. They can come in a variety of colours from chrome, gunmetal, brushed steel, black, sand, gloss white. There are a few details we need to know before advising you what type and range of colours are available for your bathroom. Please take a picture of the type of shower or model name of the shower you have and call into us.
Do you have any nice looking bathroom radiators?
Our company is part of a Heating and Plumbing Supplies company (O’Connells Plumbstore) and as a result has many options of radiators and heating product for your bathroom and living spaces ranging from standard towel warmers to designer rads and underfloor heating mats. Bring in your measurements and we can advise you the best size to make your bathroom lovely and toasty.
Tiles or Timber flooring, which should I use?
Laminate timber flooring has greatly improved in quality over the last few years. There is a wide range of colours, styles and finishes available and it’s a perfect offering at a cost effective price. There are like all material some advantages and disadvantages from one to the next, the durability/ longevity of a porcelain tile is one advantage of tile. I would also always caution people with using wood in a wet area, regardless of the water resistant qualities of the product the fitting of the product needs to be very good for it to stand up to water damage. I recommend tiles in a wet area and if it is wood effect you desire you will struggle to know the difference with the porcelain wood tiles. Also if you have underfloor heating then tiles are far better at transferring that heat into your room and will give you that warm underfoot feeling that is best loved about underfloor heating.
Are all tiles the same?
No, there are a wide variety of tiles made for different applications and while some have multiple uses not all have that adaptability, and of course there are also differences in the quality of the finished products from different suppliers. We try to advise you on which best product will suit your area and give you the right quality in the right area to achieve that desired finish at the right price.
Do I have to drill my new tiles for accessories?
No, while we do stock high quality bathroom accessories that need to be drilled to be fitted we also supply high quality glued accessories that carry a 10 year warranty. This range of accessories are widely used in the hotel industry and are proven to save on installation time and in it durability.
Can I have a wet room upstairs?
Yes, there are many different products available today that can give you that wet room effect and protect your house from leaks from movement and broken seals. All the waterproofing goes on underneath the tile, we’ll be delighted to go through the full selection of waterproofing products from matting, baseboards, tanking and tapes in store.
Can I tile on a fresh concrete screed?
While its always preferable to tile on a fully dried floor in some situations the job can’t afford those weeks of delay. We have the products that allow you to tile on to what is referred to as a Green screed (freshly screeded floor). From the best Weber adhesive to movement and moisture matting all stocked in store.
I have underfloor heating what do I do?
Tiles are one of the best product for underfloor heating, we have a wide range of porcelain floor tiles for your home from 20x20cm to 120x120cm in patterned, marble, stones, wood and cement effect available and the adhesives to match the job.
Is there better quality extractor fans for my bathroom?
Yes, There is a wide range of extractor fans available for your bathroom from powerful to quiet and a combination of both with a range of sensors and timers to suit the operation you need.
Can I have a wall hung toilet in my home?
Yes, a wall hung toilet needs an in-wall frame to hang off and supply the plumbing to. All we need to know is do you have a stud wall or block wall and where your soil(waste) pipes are positioned. Again it may be easier to call in store with a picture and we can advise you then.
