In recent years, the bathroom has evolved from simply being a functional room in the home to somewhere to relax and escape from the stresses of everyday life, and therefore the desire for a luxury, spa-like environment is on the rise.
For most people a spa means luxury and tranquillity, and with the availability of innovative new products, more people than ever are renovating their homes to include these standout bathroom designs.
Spa-inspired Bathroom Tiles
In a spa-inspired bathroom the finish is one of the most important elements, and tiles and feature walls play a key role in this. Three-dimensional relief tiles and metallic finishes can provide contemporary texture, while mosaics are perfect for creating an authentic spa-effect.
And it doesn’t have to cost the earth! The tile industry is now able to replicate the opulent gold-white or grey-white veining of authentic marble – a quintessential luxury material – in a myriad of effects, finishes and formats on porcelain tiles. This means the same dramatic impact and spa-like atmosphere at a fraction of the cost of the ‘real thing’.
In terms of safety challenges, it is important to choose tiles with anti-slip protection. Thanks to new innovations in technology, many of the large European manufacturers are now producing a wider selection of stunning porcelain tiles with high anti-slip ratings, replicating a range of natural stone, limestone and even wood. This allows consumers to achieve the same safety standards as a spa in their bathroom, but now with a bit more style. The new anti-slip technology also allows for easy cleaning of the tiles – two opposing features until now.
Home Spa Bathroom furniture
In addition, a catalogue of innovative products such as sleek linear drainage systems, sauna-style wetroom benches and ‘hanging’ basins, creating a luxurious spa-like bathroom in the home is more realistic and practical than ever.
Furniture construction kits and board systems such as those offered by Jackoboard also allow the spa-style to be more achievable. Waterproof, easy to install and extra strong, they ensure the functionality of the space as well as style, and remove the need for additional building or architectural work, therefore minimising cost.
Underfloor heating is another must-have for these type of bathrooms as it creates extra warmth and allows a sleek, minimalist look by removing the need for radiators and heaters.
Who needs a fancy hotel when you can have a spa at home?
