Clever bathroom storage idea

A clever bathtub storage idea! I wouldnt be able to have storage along the full length because my sink cabinet will be in the way, but perhaps I can do something similar which is adapted to suit the space that I have.

Chilly morning

As a slight change of scenery from my flat; here are some photos of the lovely Georgian windows at Alex's. Single glazed windows aren't the most thermally efficient, but they sure do look pretty when the sun shines through them on a chilly morning when the warmth from inside has condensed on the panes.

Kitchen Countertop

Here are some photos of my new Silestone (reconstituted stone) kitchen countertop. The colour is Kensho Grey, in matt 'leather' finish and Im super pleased with the result. The countertop installation meant the gas hob and kitchen tap could also be installed. Yay!

Happy Birthday Philippa!

Hey Cutie... Hope you have a wonderful day!

Happy Birthday Muz!

I couldnt decide which photo you would like best, so lucky you - you get two birthday photos! Wishing you a happy happy day. xo Julia

Bathroom Floor Option - Porcelain Mosaic Tiles

These porcelain mosaic tiles are super thin, unlike their marble versions which are a good 8mm thick minimum. This is a key plus for me as I want to avoid a big step up from the existing floor level into the bathroom. If I went with something like this, I might just about be able to achieve a level threshold when I replace the existing floorboards with plywood. I've ordered samples in various shades of grey for consideration.

Bathroom Floor Option - Herringbone floor tiles

Now that my roof leak has finally been sorted out, Ive been trying to find time to finish up the design of the bathroom.

Although I really love the look of the painted wood the floorboards, they havent weathered well in the wet environment since I painted them about 2 years ago and the flaking paint is a constant annoyance. Ive decided therefore that I need to consider something more durable. I love how easy it is to clean the new rubber floor that i put down in the toilet room (See previous post from Wednesday July 11th, 2011 under Bathrooms) but Id like to try out something new. I've already made a few posts on hexagon mosaic tiles, but I saw these herringbone mosaic tiles in Cararra marble and thought they were really nice too as another option.