In the ever-evolving world of interior design, there's a timeless charm that beckons from the past. From the graceful curves of the Victorian era to the structured elegance of the post-Edwardian period, each point in history has left its mark on the aesthetic landscape. Join us in rediscovering classic bathroom design. At Cast Iron Bath Company, we have a deep...
A copper bath is a striking feature in any bathroom – and you can’t go far wrong with your choice of complimentary colours. The trend featured in this month’s edition of Beautiful Bathrooms by Period Homes Magazine, is one trend we agree with. The trend for all things copper complimented by verdigris. In their article they feature, not only copper...
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It’s that time of the year when everyone seems to be talking about detoxing. And with good reason too. Lots of us have been eating and drinking in excess over the last few weeks, and it’s a good idea to give our bodies a helping hand to recover from all that festive overindulgence! So why take a detox bath? Detoxification...
Introducing the Marazion: The rectangular double-ended cast iron bath that solves a contemporary interior design problem. The most striking thing about the Marazion is its shape. Compared to most traditional cast iron baths it is more oblong in form than its cousins. The design rationale for this simple: it solves contemporary functionality issues while retaining a classic aesthetic that is loved by...
When does a style become a trend? When it is so decadent it’s too good to resist! In the last few years we have seen the trend of stunning feature–baths move from the bathroom, via the bedroom to the great outdoors.As a bathroom specialist we enjoy seeing our hand-finished bath tubs in some spectacular settings. Here’s just a few of...
When you are planning your beautiful new bathroom, your mind’s eye may overlook the more practical elements of having a freestanding bathtub – particularly if it is in the centre of the room rather than against a wall. Your lovely bath needs water piped to it and an outlet for waste. These will be visible. Here at The Cast Iron...
For many of us, an en-suite bathroom means we forsake a bath in favour of a more space efficient shower. Most en-suites are easy to clean spaces big enough only for a shower. And, to be fair, that’s all most of us need – a quick shower before work; a quick shower after the gym or a convenient place to...
We all want bathing to be a glorious luxurious experience. So when it comes to designing a luxury bathroom a stylish bath is going to always be a focal point. Choosing the right bath is important. Consider it an investment in your health and well-being. Continue reading →
So, you've bought a lovely new bateau bath. And the time has come to fit it in your newly decorated bathroom. It was all going so well. When you realise.... How do I fit my trap to my bateau bath when I do not have access to the underneath? Firstly, don't worry. Bateau baths are very popular and so there...
If you’ve inherited one with a new house – or simply want a change of décor – you can undertake the painting of a cast iron bath yourself.
For the best results we recommend ordering a cast iron bath expertly painted in a wide range of Farrow & Ball paint colours from Cast Iron Bath Company. If you’ve already got the bath – and simply want to paint it - here’s the best way of going about it. Continue reading →
FREESTANDING ROLL TOP CLAW FOOTED BATHS Exposed Waste Overflow Shallow Seal Bath Trap All our freestanding baths need an overflow waste and a bath trap. The overflow allows excess water to drain away safely without flooding your bathroom and the bath trap goes below the plug hole to take away waste water when you have finished bathing. We recommend that...
The issue of missing parts is a frequently asked question. We do ask you to check the contents at the time of delivery. If you think you are missing something, please call us straight away, so we can get a replacement part out to you as soon as possible. In most cases the parts are packaged carefully and stowed on the inside of...
In our series of Frequently Asked Questions, one of the first things people ask is about the weight of a cast iron bath. And rightly so, they are very heavy if you try to lift them on your own. As long as the building you are purchasing the bath for is structurally sound and meets building regulations, a cast iron...
The lining of your bath will be coated with vitreous enamel. Enamel has many of the qualities of glass. It is tough and easy to clean, but even glass can be scratched with really abrasive materials. This article outlines how you go about cleaning your cast iron bath to protect your investment and keep it looking at its best. Continue reading →
Though a single, simple colour might be an excellent way to show off your cast iron bath, there is so much more you can do with your bathroom décor. However, the truth is that luxury bathrooms are often the last place on earth people think to use pattern. Continue reading →
By their very nature bathrooms are clutter magnets. From face cloths and makeup, to scented candles and toilet rolls, the potential for aesthetic Armageddon is colossal. That’s why we’re a little obsessed with good storage. After all, who wants their gorgeous cast iron bath buried under a mountain of towels?
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Interior designers have been using metallics for some time now. With copper baths, lighting and accessories featuring in some of the UK’s most stylish period homes, the trend looks to be here to stay! Continue reading →
We all want bathing to be a glorious luxurious experience. So when it comes to designing a luxury bathroom a stylish bath is going to always be a focal point. Choosing the right bath is important. Consider it an investment in your health and well-being.
In this article we point out the advantages and disadvantages of some of the more common bath shapes. Continue reading →
Concrete is one of the most flexible building materials ever created. It plays such a fundamental role in modern life. So much so that it seems impossible to imagine living without it. Our dependency on ‘liquid stone’ can be traced as far back as 2000 years ago when the Romans used it to build the Pantheon. Yet despite this, we...
There’s a fine line between rustic and plain old rusty. The more enlightened amongst us might argue that rustic isn't something you can design. An object, whether it’s a cast iron bath or an enamel mug, either has it or it doesn’t. We agree. And while others have described our Marseille Stannum Copper Bateau Bath as ‘elegantly rustic’, we think of it as a contemporary bathtub with it's feet planted firmly in the past.
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Is copper the most stubborn colour of them all? Its metallic tones hit the catwalks over two years ago, but the trend has now reached interiors and is refusing to go away. Continue reading →
Great design means not cutting corners. And while it takes a real luxury bathroom enthusiast to get excited by the thought of overflow wastes, we think our latest design demonstrates that the devil really is in the detail. Continue reading →
For many people, cast iron baths don’t get any better than the seductive La Rochelle, our classic roll top bateau bath. The stunning painted exterior alongside the vitrified enamel cast iron interior results in a jaw-dropping centrepiece for your bathroom. However, some of our customers made a simple suggestion to make it even better...... make it bigger! Continue reading →
There is something so gorgeously self indulgent about outdoor bathing. Seriously, what can compare to slipping into a beautifully fragranced cast iron bathtub on a warm evening, while a cool gentle breeze laps your wet skin and nature chirps and rustles around you? Continue reading →
From catwalks to interior design, pink is making a breakthrough. But we’re not talking sugar-sweet and girly. Next to contemporary greys, the only shocking thing about this pink is its subtle sophistication. Continue reading →
Our Creative Director (fashion/textiles designer Ann Louise Roswald) is keen to share some secrets with you about how to style your bathroom and cast iron bath. She is responsible for styling many of the beautiful shots on our website, so she knows what she’s talking about! Continue reading →
The Marseille Cyprium Copper Bath with its polished outer and tin interior exudes style and works beautifully in both traditional and contemporary rooms. Rarely have design and comfort come together in such perfect harmony. Slip into this copper bateau bath and luxuriate in the sensuous contours and hand finished surface - pure joy. Continue reading →
This summer is all about the bold and the brave. Using bright orange in bathrooms makes a real statement, that's hard to ignore. Here are some of the places we've seen orange used to great effect.... Continue reading →
There is something so gorgeously self indulgent about outdoor bathing. Seriously, what can compare to slipping into a beautifully fragranced cast iron bathtub on a warm evening, while a cool gentle breeze laps your wet skin and nature chirps and rustles around you?