Clever bathroom accessories

The bathroom is one of the areas in a home that is used most often – not only by the residents, but also by guests. It is no longer just a practical space, but has now become an area where one would like to show off a bit and leave a lasting impression on whoever uses it. This is why, like with all good things in the world, suppliers and manufacturers decided to make bathroom accessories ‘clever’ and more advanced to make the bathroom comfortable and more luxurious. You can now too turn your bathroom into a room that would make 007 jealous …

 

Turn the heat up

ON TAP is one of the main suppliers of Jeeves Heated Towel Rails, with its intelligent self-regulating system that only draws power when required.  

“You may think it’s dangerous to have an electrical appliance in the bathroom, with all the water, but Jeeves have designed their products to be safe and effective in the bathroom-area. The Jeeves Cosmo Six makes use of Wet Element Technology (WET). This method utilises a cartridge element immersed in a heat transfer fluid. When the element heats up, the heat is transferred to the surrounding fluid - similar to the principle used in hot water geysers. The heated fluid is distributed throughout the unit by flowing through the bars of the towel rail therefore keeping your towels warm, aired & dry.”

 

What makes these products such a wonderful edition to the bathroom?

“Heated Towel Rails provide an effective way to dry, warm and air towels after bathing or showering. Warm towels are aired and dried, which means that you don’t have to tumble-dry. So, your towels will last a bit longer - effectively, you’ll save on electricity and buying new towels at the same time. Secondly, the intelligent self-regulating system in Jeeves draws power only when required. As Jeeves has been designed to run continuously, this can result in saving energy up to 50%. Jeeves' fluid-filled towel rails are conveniently equipped with a built-in thermostat to automatically achieve and maintain optimum operating temperatures. This controls the rail’s heat, keeping it below the upper burn threshold for skin. Jeeves rails also ensure the even distribution of heat, so that no dangerous hot spots are created. Thus, Jeeves heated towel rails are safe for the whole family.”

 

Dispense in style

Youmika’s brand new toothpaste dispenser is a must for every bathroom. It is installed as a permanent fixture on the bathroom wall. There is currently nothing like this unique product available on the market and the main purpose is to get rid of those ugly tubes of toothpaste lying around in your bathroom and also to ensure that even the last drop of toothpaste is squeezed from the tube. The dispenser is also hands-free, which means that no mess is left in the bathroom afterward – even after the children did their thing. This neat and compact dispenser will be a great addition to any bathroom. For more information e-mail youmika@vodamail.co.za

 

Shield it

Reduce your cleaning with EnduroShield™, the revolutionary permanent non-stick coating for ceramic, porcelain, and vitrified tiles & grout. The once-only-application makes grime, dirt and soap scum easier to clean by up to 90%. EnduroShield™ is an ultra-thin transparent coating that completely adheres to the surface and provides protection that will repel both water and oil based stains. Similar to a non-stick fry pan, cleaning is made easier using only water and a mild detergent or with a micro fibre mitt.

 

Choosing the best accessories

According to the experts at ON TAP there are ten easy steps to ensure that you choose the best accessories for your bathroom:

1. Analyze - Decide what accessories you need and what types of accessories will fit into the space you have available.
2. Research – Always keep an eye out for the latest trends by reading newspapers and magazines, by watching television and by browsing the internet to see what accessories are suitable for your bathroom’s ‘look’.
3. Budget - Allocate an amount of money to spend on each accessory. Don’t budget as one big lump sum as you will find that once you add everything up, you are over your budget. Rather add all the individual budgets together to determine your overall budget.
4. Visit – Visit various stores that could interest you for new accessories in your bathroom. Take pictures, notes, catalogues, whatever advice you can get and weigh your options. Look for the balance between quality and your budget.
5. Ask for advice – If you don’t ask, you might never know.
6. Take your time – realize that finding the perfect items for your bathroom will take time. Don’t rush into purchasing the first item you see, there might be something better waiting around the corner.
7. Discern - Lay out all your information, see what takes your fancy and then see if it falls within your budget.
8. Picture it - A realistic idea of what your chosen bathroom accessory will look like in your bathroom should be kept in mind.
9. Check - Consult family and friends if you are unsure of a purchase.
10. Purchase - Make your desired purchase, install and see how all your hard work has paid off.

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