Bathrooms
A bathroom works hard at being both functional and stylish, so whether you need bathroom ideas for a big space, or design inspiration for a small bathroom, we at Real Homes are here to help. We’ve rounded up all the advice you need, from clever bathroom storage ideas to make your space work seamlessly, to how much a new bathroom costs and more in our hub. Dive in and bring your dream bathroom to life.
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Bathroom lighting ideas: 19 ways to banish gloom from your room
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Modern bathroom ideas: 18 ways to get a chic contemporary look
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Bathroom storage ideas: 22 ways to stay tidy in your smallest room
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Cheap bathroom ideas: 23 budget-friendly ways to create a stylish space
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Bathroom paint colours: 18 transformative bathroom paint ideas
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Small bathroom tile ideas: 12 ways to mimic a spacious bathroom
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Best low pressure shower head: 6 top Black Friday picks to make you sing
Upgrading to a quality low pressure shower head doesn't mean you have to splash out – and in most cases, the results are instant.
By Annie Collyer •
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Shopping Edit: 9 of the best bath towels to buy in 2021
Tried, tested and loved by us, these are the very best bath towels you can buy. From luxury hand towels to budget-friendly bath sheets – and everything in between
By Annie Collyer •
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38 small bathroom ideas to beautify a tiny space
Our gallery of small bathroom ideas is chock full of space-saving practical advice and inspiring rooms.
By Hebe Hatton •
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Design psychologist put a bathtub in her bedroom – and we think it's the coolest idea ever
More than just another en suite, this bath-in-bedroom design creates an immersive self-care environment. Here's why it works, according to a design psychologist
By Anna Cottrell •
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A quarter of households face health risks from not cleaning the shower head enough expert warns
Some of us are cleaning our showerheads so irregularly it could pose a health risk - here's how often you should be cleaning yours
By Anna Cottrell •
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The dirtiest place in your bathroom...is not where you think
If you think that your toilet is the dirtiest place in your bathroom, think again, says new research
By Anna Cottrell •
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Couple transform an old bathroom into a stylish Scandi space on a budget
This budget bathroom makeover exudes Scandi chic – and didn't cost a fortune
By Anna Cottrell •
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Real Costs: Bathroom gets a Crittall-style makeover for under £2k
A little DIY and clever budgeting helped create this Crittall-inspired bathroom space on the cheap.
By Jo Lemos •
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Here's how often you really should wash your towels (it's more often than you think)
Towelling expert explains why you should wash your towels more often, and how often you should do it depending on how you use them
By Anna Cottrell •
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The best bathroom taps: 7 fabulous faucets to complement your bathroom's style
Switch out your outdated faucets to any of the best bathroom taps on our list to create a brand-new style.
By Brittany Romano •
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The one ingredient you need to shift those stubborn hard water stains
An expert in water softening names the common ingredient that will dissolve limescale for good
By Anna Cottrell •
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How to refinish a cast iron tub yourself (for less than $50)
Refinishing a cast iron tub yourself with a kit will keep your bathroom looking gorgeous without going over budget.
By Dori Turner •
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28 green bathroom ideas – how to decorate in lime, sage, emerald and more
Looking for green bathroom ideas? These nature-inspired washroom designs will make your guests green with envy
By Sophie Warren-Smith •
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Downstairs toilet ideas: 20 cloakroom designs that are anything but dingy
Searching for downstairs toilet ideas? These cloakroom designs will have you spending a penny in style.
By Hebe Hatton •
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Are bidets making a comeback? We know you really need to know
Is the bidet coming back? You might be surprised by what bathroom experts and professional plumbers have to say
By Anna Cottrell •
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Bathroom flooring ideas – 6 best types that are durable and stylish
The best bathroom flooring ideas will be beautiful and durable. Think LVP, tiles and more to withstand humidity and a heavy footfall.
By Anna Cottrell •
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Real Costs: This luxe bathroom started as a botched renovation job...
A DIY crittall-style shower screen and clever layout made this bathroom space beautiful after a reno job gone wrong. It cost this much.
By Alimah-Shadia Sitta •
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Wet room ideas – stylish designs for bathrooms big and small
The best wet room ideas are complete with functional and beautiful design. Making them an inclusive space for the whole family.
By Hugo Tugman •
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Bathroom remodel ideas – 18 looks and expert tips to save on your renovation
Gorgeous results and a smooth bathroom reno process is easily done with the best bathroom remodel ideas and tips from industry experts.
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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Best bathroom paints: 6 moisture resistant paints
The best bathroom paints need to be moisture resistant to suit a humid room. See our favourites for freshening up your bathroom or shower room
By Annie Collyer •
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Painting a bathroom – 5 simple steps to DIY for professional looking results
Painting a bathroom big or small is a satisfying DIY and you can get expert results with the right prep and technique. Plus, knowing how to paint a bathroom yourself will keep your budget in check.
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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Shower remodel costs 2021 – walk-in and bathtub shower combinations
Need to know shower remodel costs? We’ve got the lowdown on what you should budget
By Sarah Warwick •
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Best bathroom cleaner: 6 top picks to blitz grime in the bathroom
Armed with the best bathroom cleaner, you can tackle soap scum and grime in a flash
By Annie Collyer •
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Best toilet cleaner: keep your loo germ free with these fresh picks
Finding the best toilet cleaner is essential for maintaining a fresh and fragrant bathroom. Eliminate limescale and grime with one of these top buys
By Annie Collyer •
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Shower tile ideas: 19 designs for cubicles and walk-ins with wow-factor
Overwhelmed with the abundance of shower tile ideas? Let us inspire you with these bathroom tile designs
By Christina Chrysostomou •
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How to tile a shower: Get a pro finish from this straightforward DIY job
Tiling a shower yourself can save big money and give your bathroom a whole new look. Here's how to do it.
By Sal Vaglica •
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12 bathroom remodeling mistakes to avoid when planning your design
Swerve the bathroom remodeling mistakes that’ll ruin your plans with this expert advice.
By Sarah Warwick •
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15 design tricks to make a small bathroom look bigger
We reveal how to make a small bathroom look bigger if yours is spatially challenged. Enhance the room you do have using tiles, flooring and more clever design ticks.
By Sophie Warren-Smith •
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Real costs: This gorgeous primary bathroom refresh cost under $650
A few bold design moves turned this blah bathroom into a stunning space for less than $650
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