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...
Bathrooms have undergone many transformations throughout the years. Every decade has left its unique mark on this intimate space. While current fads may come and go, there's something about vintage pieces that will never go out of style.
From Linen white to Seafoam Green and Midnight Blue, we have a colour for everyone. Take a look at our fabulous new range of concrete basins. These basins are available in 7 different colours in 5 different styles, including a new cloakroom basin available August 2022.
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...
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...
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...
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 →
We have seen our cast iron baths in some absolutely stunning luxury bathrooms. But something else has really caught our eye: our cast iron baths installed in bedrooms. No longer the reserve of boutique hotels, baths in bedrooms are a luxurious alternative to an en-suite. Continue reading →
Let's kick off the Bathroom Palette 2016 series by embracing the promise of early spring, with its eye-popping vibrancy... Contrasts are key in a Spring bathroom Try contrasting sunshine yellows against the naturally dynamic Stiffkey Blue by Farrow and Ball to emulate late winter backdrops. Stiffkey Blue is named after the north Norfolk beach where the mud, along with the cockles...
Choosing a cast iron bath for small bathrooms is not an uncommon problem. Many houses, especially in Europe, are designed with the bathroom as a ‘functional’ room. This allows for precious space to be used where, in theory, it will be more useful. However, if you are a fan of beautiful cast iron baths, you’ll know that limited bathroom space...
So, you want to make your own soap? Good call. There’s nothing quite like homemade soap to add a genuine touch of luxurious individuality to your bathroom. And the good news is that it’s easy to do. The biggest challenge is deciding what kind of soap you’re going to make. The possibilities are quite staggering. From Cucumber and Shea, Ginger...
Think of this blog post as a caveat to the last one – the one in which we waxed lyrical about the wonders of the reclaimed bathroom. Let us state right at the outset that nothing has changed. We still think upcycling and reclaiming materials can lead to an incredibly unique bathroom that will leave your friends feeling furiously jealous...
We all want a bathroom that reflects who we are and what we love. And while adding a cast iron bath is a great start, there are lots of additional ways to achieve this goal. We are particularly excited about reclaimed bathrooms at the moment. This is all about sourcing and upcycling materials and objects that will turn your bathroom into...
Anyone who works in luxury bathroom design is reluctant to describe something as ‘cool’. However, when it comes to bathrooms that have been given the New York treatment, no other word quite captures the essence. In fact, we’ll go one step further and say ‘classic cool’! At the heart of the style are the metro tiles. Inspired by the New...
We spend so much time thinking about which paint colour, tiles, shower curtains, fittings and, of course, cast iron baths would work best in our bathrooms. But what about art? The bathroom is either the perfect place for hanging art, or the worst. It’s all about what you want to get from it. If you love to spend hours of...
Every year we are overwhelmed by the popularity of the Millbrook cast iron bath. We know why we like it – after all, we spent a long time perfecting its design and manufacture. But we thought it would be a good idea to ask some of our customers why they love it so much. Here are their top five reasons...
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?