STEP INSIDE: BATHROOMS
Statement Style
Experts from Villeroy & Boch explain how a statement shower tray can be a great solution for customers looking for a subtle way to inject their own personality into their bathroom design.
As individuals continue to seek products in the home that reflect their own personal taste and preferences, there has been increasing demand for bathroom design that provides supreme comfort and a sense of homeliness, whilst incorporating personalisation by the end-user.
Traditionally, the bathroom was once a space reserved as a purely functional room for personal care and hygiene. Today, the bathroom represents an environment that encourages wellness and comfort, as well as relaxation. Those with pressurised working lives and high demands on their leisure time are, above all, looking for comfort in their homes, including the bathroom, which has evolved into a much homelier room than the functional space it once was. Whether it’s a minimalist, classic or decorative style that is sought after, more emphasis has been placed on design and quality elements for bathrooms. With a wide variety of different materials, designs and sizes available, there is something to suit almost every taste and need.
One way to inject a stylish and unique touch to the bathroom, whilst still keeping it a functional space, is through incorporating a statement shower tray into the bathroom design. Modern shower trays combine exclusive designs with maximum functionality, from the panelling to the outlet fitting. The Villeroy & Boch shower trays are made of ceramic, Quaryl or acrylic, whilst selected shower tray collections also use these materials to cover outlet fittings. This results in showers that are durable, sturdy and easy to clean.
Villeroy & Boch offer a wide variety of shower tray designs, accommodating for a whole host of interior visions. For example, a rectangular shower tray is the perfect base for shower enclosures in both large and narrow bathrooms. Square shower trays can be installed in a corner or along the bathroom wall, making them suitable for many shower designs and bathrooms. A quadrant-shaped shower tray gives showers a modern look and is a great space-saving option for small bathrooms, whilst walk-in shower trays give the illusion of more
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space in the bathroom and also provide a safe, accessible shower entry and exit. With its modern aesthetic form, walk- in shower trays bring an elegant look into the bathroom. Moreover, shower trays from the Villeroy & Boch Infinity shower tray line can be cut to size to fit any bathroom, offering customised solutions with millimeter precision to fit difficult bathroom layouts with columns, corners or projections.
The introduction of colour in the bathroom has also risen in popularity, with coloured shower trays transforming showers into a vibrant focal point in the bathroom. There is a wide range of attractive shades on offer, ranging from light grey or cream to anthracite. Thanks to the innovative ViPrint printing technology, the Subway Infinity shower trays from Villeroy & Boch are available in 20 different designs. The various decors give the shower tray a cosy, natural look or a modern feel with graphic designs. ViPrint is perfect for customised bathrooms and is resistant to water and light exposure. The decor reaches exactly to the edge because the shower trays are only cut after being glazed, imprinted and fired. The extremely sharp-edged cut then enables a flush-fit installation in the tiled floor. The result: the Infinity shower tray combines perfectly with the tiles with regard to its shape and design ensuring the floor has a uniform and harmonious appearance.
The wide range of decors and colours available allows for various combinations and make it possible to set accents whilst creating a smooth and consistent look for the shower area. On the one hand, with a matching decor the shower area can be perfectly integrated in the bathroom floor tiles. Alternatively, a striking pattern draws the focus to the shower and makes it a highlight in the bathroom.
The Villeroy & Boch shower trays offer maximum flexibility thanks to different installation options: flush-fitting, on tile or on a shower tray support – resulting in the dream bathroom design becoming a reality.
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