Showing posts with label wood. Show all posts
Showing posts with label wood. Show all posts
Friday, June 1, 2018
Perfect for studio flats or for open-plan spaces. Partitions like in the examples below can visually help to divide the space into different zones without comprising on the light.
Space Partitions that Do not Block the Light
Tuesday, May 23, 2017
Extra sleek and modern interiors may be still cozy if you use some wood to warm the space up.
Cool Ideas for Warm Minimalism
Wednesday, September 16, 2015
Patterned tiles combined with wood seems to be hot design trend for the last months. Wherever you would like to have it - hallway, kitchen or bathroom.
Patterned Tiles and Wood
Monday, August 24, 2015
Wood effect tiles are one of the key emerging trends in interior design right now, capturing the beauty of natural timber and combining it with the durability and ease of maintenance of tiles.
Wooden effect Bathroom tiles
Tuesday, August 18, 2015
Marble and Wood are one of the most beautiful natural materials, which could be used by interior designers to create interesting and elegant spaces. Both materials could be used in the bathrooms when sealed properly. Porcelain tiles with a wooden effect finish could be a good alternative to the real wood.
Bathrooms: Marble and Wood
Thursday, July 2, 2015
Recently we have shown some options for sanitary ware in bathroom. Another important part of designing the bathroom is to choose the best material options for a bathtub and wash basin. There are so many options available on market nowadays than it's worth to consider what may be the best for you.
Acrylic
Perhaps the most popular and commonly used materials today.
Pros – has a smooth non-porous surface resistant to stains and easy to clean. It is warm to touch and has very good heat-retaining properties so the water will stay warm for a long time. Acrylic baths or basns are lightweight yet strong and come in huge variety of shapes and sizes. Another advantage of this bath is easy restoration: if you accidentally drop something heavy in it, you just need to fill the crack with acrylic and then sand this area. Acrylic is resistant to ultraviolet which allows to use it for outdoor spas.
Cons – acrylic is a relatively soft material and can be scratched. It is not very durable though it can be reinforced with fiberglass (which will make it more expensive). It is not the cheapest option, though some affordable models are available on the market.
Corian
Pros – corian is a very practical material: it is durable, warm to touch and easy to clean. Corian baths or basins come in a variety of shapes and sizes - you can choose whatever shape you like. Wash basin can be fit with a counter so you can get an united surface - very hygienic.
Cons – expensive, has unnatural appearance (it looks like plastic) and scratches easily. Thats why you should rather choose white matt finish. Otherwise you would have to polish it quite often.
Metal/ Stainless Steel
Acrylic
Perhaps the most popular and commonly used materials today.
Pros – has a smooth non-porous surface resistant to stains and easy to clean. It is warm to touch and has very good heat-retaining properties so the water will stay warm for a long time. Acrylic baths or basns are lightweight yet strong and come in huge variety of shapes and sizes. Another advantage of this bath is easy restoration: if you accidentally drop something heavy in it, you just need to fill the crack with acrylic and then sand this area. Acrylic is resistant to ultraviolet which allows to use it for outdoor spas.
Cons – acrylic is a relatively soft material and can be scratched. It is not very durable though it can be reinforced with fiberglass (which will make it more expensive). It is not the cheapest option, though some affordable models are available on the market.
Corian
Pros – corian is a very practical material: it is durable, warm to touch and easy to clean. Corian baths or basins come in a variety of shapes and sizes - you can choose whatever shape you like. Wash basin can be fit with a counter so you can get an united surface - very hygienic.
Cons – expensive, has unnatural appearance (it looks like plastic) and scratches easily. Thats why you should rather choose white matt finish. Otherwise you would have to polish it quite often.
Metal/ Stainless Steel
Pros – lightweight, a lot of designs and sizes available. Could be a nice eye- catcher.
Cons – doesn’t retain the heat very well, so if you prefer longer soaks, you should consider another options. One more disadvantage of this material is that it makes a loud noise when the bath is getting filled with water.
Glass
Pros – low cost, light weight, easy installation, warm to touch.
Cons – not very durable, the surface can fade over the time and get covered with scratches and cracks.
Hardwood
Wooden bathtubs always look very impressive – consider this option if you want to make a statement in your bathroom.
Pros – wood is warm and pleasant to touch, some unusual and very interesting designs are available on the market.
Cons – expensive, the surface needs to be treated with very good sealer to become watertight.
Stone
Cons – doesn’t retain the heat very well, so if you prefer longer soaks, you should consider another options. One more disadvantage of this material is that it makes a loud noise when the bath is getting filled with water.
Glass
Pros – glass bathtubs are very elegant and will be a wonderful choice for modern style bathrooms. They come in different shapes and sizes and also can be custom-made to become a one-of-a-kind feature.
Cons – require extra care and cleaning as water marks are very visible on this surface. Installation process needs to be done very carefully as these baths can be damaged easily.
Fiberglass
Cons – require extra care and cleaning as water marks are very visible on this surface. Installation process needs to be done very carefully as these baths can be damaged easily.
Fiberglass
Pros – low cost, light weight, easy installation, warm to touch.
Cons – not very durable, the surface can fade over the time and get covered with scratches and cracks.
Hardwood
Wooden bathtubs always look very impressive – consider this option if you want to make a statement in your bathroom.
Pros – wood is warm and pleasant to touch, some unusual and very interesting designs are available on the market.
Cons – expensive, the surface needs to be treated with very good sealer to become watertight.
Stone
Pros – natural look and beautiful designs of stone baths always create a “wow factor”. It is warm to touch and it retains the heat very long.
Cons – extremely heavy so you need to consider reinforcing the floor before installing it. It is difficult to clean and requires a lot of maintenance to preserve its original beauty. As you can imagine, stone baths are very expensive.
Cons – extremely heavy so you need to consider reinforcing the floor before installing it. It is difficult to clean and requires a lot of maintenance to preserve its original beauty. As you can imagine, stone baths are very expensive.
So what would you choose for your perfect bathroom?
Choosing The Best Materials For Your Bathroom
Tuesday, June 30, 2015
Is it better to have lacquered or oiled floor? How to choose between pre-finished and unfinished wooden floor? These are main questions to ask before you select the floor for you house. One of the things that people often leave unconsidered until just before ordering is the finish they’ll choose for their new floor. How to choose the best option?
No matter what flooring species you choose – you will certainly have to consider whether the floor should be finished or unfinished. Finishing the floor provides that protective layer, sort of the top coat that seals your floor against stains, wear and tear and moisture. It also highlights natural beauty and characteristics of the floor.
Pre-finished floor
That protective cover is applied at the manufacturer factory under controlled environment that allow proper curing and drying. Those conditions also preventing the finish from getting dust, hair and other foreign particles. It is very hard to control this during on-site application of the finish. When the floor is pre-finished you get additional option of choosing plank with slight bevelling or square edge, which makes individual flooring boards more noticeable.
Unfinished floor
The name suggests unfinished floor leaves factory untreated. When you purchase unfinished wood flooring you can expect planks that are made of bare timber. It allows home owner to have the floor finished on site, after installation. That process gives maximum flexibility when it comes to selecting grades and species available. Unfinished wood flooring allows the home owner to select custom stains that can match or compliment the colour of existing floor. They are also available in different sizes and wide range of thickness which is perfect if you want to match up against levels of the floor that is already installed in your home.
The difference between oil and lacquer
Lacquer is a varnish like liquid that sits on the surface of the natural wooden floorboard. Thicker than oil, the lacquer liquid remains on the surface. End result is strong, smooth and slightly shiny look.
Lacquer is recommended in areas that have higher foot traffic, areas that might experience wet conditions and if you want to give the floor a slight glossy look. Lacquered floors (including matt lacquered) need very little maintenance; you simply sweep or vacuum and then very slight damp mop with eco-friendly floor cleaner.
Unlike lacquer finishes which only provide protection from above, oil finishes provide protection from both the inside and outside. The oil penetrates deeply into the wood providing long-term protection while also leaving a protective layer on the surface to protect the floor. Scratches on your floor tend to be less visible on oiled floors. The cleaning and maintenance is easy but natural oiled floors do require more maintenance; once installed it is recommended that another coat of oil is immediately applied. Heavy scratches and scuffs can be lightly sanded and a natural oil can be applied over the affected area. When it comes to maintenance, natural oiled wood floors do require oiling from time to time. Typically once a year will do.
If you are looking to retain the natural look of the floor than oil, particularly brushed effect oil finish is recommended.
The difference between pre-finished and unfinished floor
Pre-finished floor
That protective cover is applied at the manufacturer factory under controlled environment that allow proper curing and drying. Those conditions also preventing the finish from getting dust, hair and other foreign particles. It is very hard to control this during on-site application of the finish. When the floor is pre-finished you get additional option of choosing plank with slight bevelling or square edge, which makes individual flooring boards more noticeable.
Unfinished floor
The name suggests unfinished floor leaves factory untreated. When you purchase unfinished wood flooring you can expect planks that are made of bare timber. It allows home owner to have the floor finished on site, after installation. That process gives maximum flexibility when it comes to selecting grades and species available. Unfinished wood flooring allows the home owner to select custom stains that can match or compliment the colour of existing floor. They are also available in different sizes and wide range of thickness which is perfect if you want to match up against levels of the floor that is already installed in your home.
The difference between oil and lacquer
Lacquer is a varnish like liquid that sits on the surface of the natural wooden floorboard. Thicker than oil, the lacquer liquid remains on the surface. End result is strong, smooth and slightly shiny look.
Lacquer is recommended in areas that have higher foot traffic, areas that might experience wet conditions and if you want to give the floor a slight glossy look. Lacquered floors (including matt lacquered) need very little maintenance; you simply sweep or vacuum and then very slight damp mop with eco-friendly floor cleaner.
Unlike lacquer finishes which only provide protection from above, oil finishes provide protection from both the inside and outside. The oil penetrates deeply into the wood providing long-term protection while also leaving a protective layer on the surface to protect the floor. Scratches on your floor tend to be less visible on oiled floors. The cleaning and maintenance is easy but natural oiled floors do require more maintenance; once installed it is recommended that another coat of oil is immediately applied. Heavy scratches and scuffs can be lightly sanded and a natural oil can be applied over the affected area. When it comes to maintenance, natural oiled wood floors do require oiling from time to time. Typically once a year will do.
If you are looking to retain the natural look of the floor than oil, particularly brushed effect oil finish is recommended.
Staining Wooden Floor
Tuesday, May 5, 2015
A brand we will keep in mind is Voglauer, originally from Austria. What we liked the most was naturalness combined with touch of modern urban design.
Some information from their website:
For over 80 years, Voglauer has represented the finest craftsmanship in processing natural raw materials in conjunction with respect for the natural and social environment. Being a responsible solid wood furniture manufacturer Voglauer has always represented an effective use of nature’s resources. Thus in the manufacturing process only wood from sustainable forests is used and the production is at one with the circle of nature.
Some information from their website:
For over 80 years, Voglauer has represented the finest craftsmanship in processing natural raw materials in conjunction with respect for the natural and social environment. Being a responsible solid wood furniture manufacturer Voglauer has always represented an effective use of nature’s resources. Thus in the manufacturing process only wood from sustainable forests is used and the production is at one with the circle of nature.
Milan Salone Del Mobile 2015 - Voglauer
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