The Bathroom Blog
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Did you know about Houseproud?
Houseproud is a national organisation that helps older people or those with a disabled family member find the cash for repairs, improvements or adaptations to their homes. So if you need, for example, a bathroom adaptation and are having trouble finding the funds, this is one possible port of call.
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How to fix a broken tile
When a tile gets chipped or damaged it can ruin your carefully-renovated bathroom – and it always seems to happen to the ones in prominent places… Here are some tips on how to sort it out.
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How to unblock a sink or basin
Ugh! The horrible task of unblocking a sink or basin is that kind of nasty bathroom job that we’d all rather avoid – but we all end up having to tackle it sooner or later.
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Hitchcock bathroom: a makeover to die for…
Here’s news on a bathroom makeover you don’t see every day, courtesy of US crafts and DIY site Craftster.
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BMA bathroom trends report is essential reading
Here’s something you really do need to take a look at if you’re interested in finding out about the latest in bathroom trends and design features. The Bathroom Manufacturers’ Association (BMA) has put together its 2008 report on consumer trends in the bathroom market.
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Extra funding for home adaptations that allow independent living
The government has announced that hundreds of older and less mobile people across the country will be able to benefit from an extra £11.5 million for home adaptations to help them live independently.
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Look out for new ideas following the KBB show
If you’re looking for the very latest in bathroom trends then it’s a good idea to keep an eye on a major industry event coming up soon. The KBB (that’s kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms) show is taking place at the NEC in Birmingham at the beginning of March.
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Bathroom blog roundup: bright yellow sinks, green paint and wire mesh
It’s the middle of January and finally we can’t pretend it’s the holiday season any more. With everybody back at their keyboards and working away, it’s a good time to take a look at the best of the New Year crop of bathroom blogs and see what is occupying other writers on the subject this…
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Protect your rights with The Furniture Ombudsman
Here’s a little heads-up for anyone looking to understand their consumer rights. Did you know that there’s an independent arbitration service you can use if you’re not happy with a furniture purchase, and which includes a number of bathroom retailers?