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How to get an Instagram worthy bathroom

Achieving that perfect ‘Insta-worthy’ bathroom is a universal desire, but in a world flooded with 1.5 million #bathroominspo hashtags, it can be overwhelming to narrow down the best trends. We’re here to guide you toward crafting an Instagram-approved bathroom that incorporates the hottest trends on the platform.

We’ve gone the extra mile by meticulously analysing hashtag data and delving into countless Instagram trends to curate a selection of the most popular and captivating features. These elements will not only elevate your bathroom’s aesthetics but also help it go viral on social media.

Get ready to transform your bathroom into a space that is bound to captivate and inspire Instagram users worldwide!

Here are eight of the most popular bathroom trend hashtags currently on Instagram:

  1. #vanity 2.7m posts
  2. #porcelaintiles 305k posts
  3. #washbasin 225k posts
  4. #freestandingbaths 110k posts
  5. #bathroommirror 101k posts
  6. #blacktap 70.2k posts
  7. #whitebathroom 100k posts
  8. #bathroomcabinet 53.3k posts

Vanity

Amara Bedlam Vanity Unit with brass shelf

Adequate storage is always a must, particularly in bustling family households. Ensuring your bathroom offers ample concealed storage options is essential. A stylish and understated bathroom vanity unit provides ample storage for your toiletries.

This vanity not only fosters a contemporary bathroom appearance but also opens-up opportunities to infuse the space with character and charm. Consider adding eclectic touches like whimsical vases, candle holders, and sizable floating mirrors to truly elevate its Instagram-worthy allure. With over 2.7m posts made using #vanity this is our number 1 hashtag!

Porcelain Tiles

Porcelain tiles are a type of ceramic tile that is made from fine porcelain clay and fired at very high temperatures. They are known for their durability, low water absorption, and versatility in design. When used effectively in a bathroom, porcelain tiles can contribute to creating an Instagram-worthy space with over 305k posts using #porcelaintiles.

Porcelain tiles come in a wide range of styles, colours, and patterns. Options can include marble-look, wood-look, geometric patterns, or solid colours, depending on your design preferences.

Washbasin

Amara Staithes Round Marble Countertop Washbasin

In 2023, washbasin trends are leaning towards a harmonious blend of functionality and aesthetics, making your bathroom truly Instagram-worthy. These stylish fixtures have evolved into focal points of bathroom design with over 225k Instagram posts using #washbasin. Contemporary washbasins come in an array of shapes, sizes, and materials, allowing homeowners to personalize their spaces with flair. Organic and nature-inspired designs, such as stone or wooden washbasins, are gaining popularity, bringing a touch of the outdoors indoors. Additionally, minimalist, wall-mounted washbasins create a clean and open look, perfect for modern bathroom aesthetics. Ultimately, integrating a fashionable and eye-catching washbasin into your bathroom design can transform the space into an Instagram-worthy sanctuary.

Freestanding Bath

Freestanding baths have emerged as an essential addition to contemporary bathrooms. Think of them as not just functional fixtures but as striking statement pieces. Placement plays a pivotal role in optimizing their impact. When positioned by a window, these freestanding baths create an illusion of space while placing the bath slightly off-centre in the room lends a touch of luxurious hotel-inspired aesthetics. With an impressive 94.8k Instagram posts sporting the #freestandingbath tag, it’s evident that these tubs reign supreme in current design trends. Their timeless elegance seamlessly enhances the allure of nearly any bathroom interior style.

 Bathroom Mirror

Amara Bedlam Illuminated Round Bathroom Mirror

Bathroom mirrors are not just functional necessities but also powerful tools for elevating the Instagram-worthiness of your bathroom. These reflective surfaces serve as more than just practical items; they’re integral design elements. Large, well-placed mirrors can create an illusion of space, making even compact bathrooms feel open and inviting. Choose mirrors with unique frames or shapes to add a touch of personality and visual intrigue. Properly positioned, mirrors can also capture and enhance natural light, adding brightness to the space and making it more photogenic. Whether it’s a minimalist, frameless mirror or an ornate, vintage-style piece, the right mirror can transform your bathroom into a visually captivating setting, ready for that Instagram snapshot.

Black Tap

VitrA Origin Matt Black Basin Mixer Tap

 The black tap trend in bathrooms has taken the design world by storm, and it’s no surprise that it has gained significant attention on Instagram with over 70.2k posts tagged under #blacktap. These sleek and sophisticated fixtures are redefining bathroom aesthetics, bringing a touch of modern elegance and bold contrast to any space. Black taps offer a striking contrast against light or neutral backgrounds, making them the focal point of the bathroom. Their versatility allows them to seamlessly blend into various design styles, from contemporary to industrial to minimalist. The use of black taps adds a sense of drama and sophistication, creating a captivating visual impact that resonates with design enthusiasts and Instagram users alike. Hence the growing popularity of this trend on the platform.

 White Bathroom

White bathrooms have surged in popularity in 2023, and it’s evident from the astounding 100k+ posts under the hashtag #whitebathroom on Instagram. The enduring appeal of white lies in its timeless, clean, and airy aesthetic. It provides a canvas for endless design possibilities, from classic and traditional to sleek and modern. White bathrooms evoke a sense of tranquility and spa-like serenity, making them perfect retreats from the hustle and bustle of daily life. White surfaces, whether in tiles, fixtures, or accessories, amplify natural light, making spaces feel larger and more inviting. This trend also aligns with the growing preference for minimalism and simplicity in interior design, where the purity of white fosters a sense of calm and clarity.

Bathroom Cabinet

Origins Darran Mirror Cabinet

Bathroom Cabinets have become indispensable elements in contemporary bathroom design, and their importance is clearly reflected in the trending hashtag #bathroomcabinet on Instagram. These versatile storage solutions not only declutter your space but also elevate the overall aesthetics of your bathroom. The popularity of bathroom cabinets lies in their functionality, offering a dedicated place to hide everything from make-up to medicines while maintaining a clean and organized look. Styles and trends in bathroom cabinets vary, from sleek and minimalist designs to traditional.

So there it is – our top selection of trending bathroom hashtags.

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VitrA Integra, designed for all bathrooms

Introducing VitrA Integra, which is part of VitrA Signature collection. This is the new range that will meet every household or commercial need.  The clever range includes toilet, basin and furniture all of which you can find them at UK Bathrooms.com


VitrA Integra

Introducing VitrA Integra range

Whether you are updating a commercial washroom space or the cloakroom at home, VitrA Integra can integrate perfectly into all bathroom interiors.

Basin

VitrA Integra Square Cloakroom Basin

VitrA Integra provides round and square shape basin with various width options. Select semi pedestal, full pedestal or a chrome bottle trap.

VitrA Integra Square Basin

This is a great example of using VitrA Integra in a commercial or public toilet. The fresh and practical shape is well designed and will pair perfectly with the surrounding interior.

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Furniture

Furniture has developed into an important component in the home bathroom. Integra is a stylish space saving storage solution. Basin units are available in 4 different size options in a large a single drawer design, with matching mirror cabinets that incorporate switch operated LED lighting on the lower exposed shelf.

VitrA Integra Upper Wall Cabinet

Furthermore, you can add wall and tall cabinet units, which can enhance an array of design options.

VitrA Integra Upper Wall Cabinet

All the furniture comes in a combination of dual colour: choose from high gloss white/bamboo, cashmere/metallic walnut, and grey elm/ gritstone.

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Toilet

VitrA Integra Wall Hung Toilet

You can find water-saving dual flush WC’s in-wall hung, back to wall and close-coupled style in the VitrA Integra collection. All of them feature innovative Rim-ex technology options that will make the cleaning process easier. As the bowl is rimless, dirt and timescale won’t be collected.

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Upgrade your bathing space into a smart bathroom

There are so many smart and cool gadgets out there for your living room, bedroom, kitchen and other living spaces. But, have you ever considered turning your bathing area into a smart bathroom? You can find a wide range of smart products from us here at www.ukbathrooms.com, and they offer very useful features as you can imagine. Here are a few items that can make your life much easier and your new bathroom even better.

Smart Mirrors

Bauhaus Revive 1.0 LED Mirror with Bluetooth Speakers

If you enjoy singing out loud to your favourite tune in the shower or relaxing with a glass of wine in a hot bath a Bluetooth speaker hidden behind the 5mm toughened glass will provide you with the best music experience.

Keuco iLook Move Cosmetic Mirrors

The above picture is the Keuco iLook Move Cosmetic Mirror

Designed to be adjustable in 3 dimensions, the magnifying mirror can be angled depending on how you need it when applying makeup or shaving. A wall mounted control and power supply plus low voltage connecting cable are provided as standard. This can also be recessed into the wall so the cables are hidden. Choose from a square or a round shape to suit any bathroom design scheme.

Digital Shower and bath

Crosswater Digital Kai Lever Shower Kits

Digital technology has improved the showering experience to the next level, allowing for perfect tuning of thermostatic controls. It finds the perfect shower temperature with precise and sophisticated controls. Now you can shower how you like to, every single time.

Aqualisa Quartz Smart Bath Filler with Digital Control

You can add this smart digital control to any bath. Temperature and flow rate are both controlled by a smart wall mounted LED which is very simple to operate. A single stop and start button in the centre sets the whole process and a temperature ring around the outside let you adjust the temperature to exactly what you desire. Furthermore, either low or high-pressure versions can be specified to match your water supply.

Shower Toilet

Geberit AquaClean Mera Comfort Shower Toilet

The AquaClean Mera from Geberit is a masterpiece of function and design. It offers a level of sophistication and comfort that you have never been experienced before in toilet technology. The AqualClean is a shower toilet that blends into any bathroom environment and is completed with revolutionary comfort technology. It’s a long list when talking about its key features, but the leading features are its warm water oscillating spray, paired with a heated seat and warm air blow drying after use. Geberit AquaClean Mera is a monument to what it means to experience and enjoy deluxe comfort.

 

The universal mirror cabinet for every bathroom – KEUCO ROYAL MATCH

As the leader in premium bathrooms, Keuco is launching a new product from the Keuco Royal Match range. This time, in addition to the classic on-wall model, an elegant semi-recessed model is available. The Keuco Royal Match -semi-recessed mirror cabinet as the concealed storage solution is going to amaze guests and bring your bathroom up to an even higher standard.

What is special about the Royal Match semi-recessed model?


The Intelligent Lighting Concept

The unique function of the ROYAL MATCH is the LED lighting on the sides. Regardless of whether the mirror doors are closed or opened, the lighting illuminates the reflective surface and ensuring perfect lighting at each angle. The long LED’s on the sides supply uniform and glare-free illumination of the face with their efficient 3000K warm-white light.

You can control the light to any level via the discreet, centrally located electronic sensor switch. In low light (morning or night), the LED lighting at the switch can also be used as a guiding light

Generous Storage Space

Keuco Royal Match provides an individually organisable storage space. And its appealing design makes the ROYAL MATCH from Keuco the universal mirror cabinet for every bathroom.

Once installed, the semi-recessed mirror cabinet appears to be a slim illuminated-mirror from the outset, projecting only 67mm out from the wall. The generous storage space is cleverly concealed in the wall out of sight, avoiding any bulky units overhanging your washbowl. Furthermore, thanks to the shallow installation depth of only 82 mm, it is also suitable for thin drywall.

Premium Interior Design

The ROYAL MATCH features an exclusive white-lacquered rear glass panel. The central divider of the glass shelves allows you to adjust the heights of the shelves, to organise things according to your personal needs. The electric sockets inside are just as practical as the pivoting doors which are mirrored on both sides, which give a generous all-round view while primping and grooming!

The high-quality aluminium edges emphasise its elegant design. The ROYAL MATCH has a premium aluminium body that guarantees a long lifespan and is simple to take care of. With its modern and rectilinear design language, which balances with almost any style. The ROYAL MATCH mirror is a visual treat in any bathroom.  KEUCO guarantees the availability of spare parts for 10 years.

If you have any query or need further information, please contact UK Bathrooms sales team.

Design ideas to inspire your cloakroom

When planning installation of a cloakroom, the main goal is to make the best use of a small space and create the illusion of the cloakroom being larger.
You can achieve this goal easily if you choose the perfect colour, room layout, specially designed cloakroom and compact bathroom-furniture.

Use Brighter Colour

Generally, light colours make a room look bigger and brighter.
Lighter, brighter coloured wall is more reflective and it can help to maximise the effect of the light available.

Vanity Unit and basin

Choose a compact vanity unit for your slimline basin, it will provide you extra storage for a smaller space.
This would be perfect for you to hide spare toilet rolls, cleaning products and toiletries inside.
Keeps the outside clutter free!

A floating or wall hung vanity unit can make the illusion of space.
It opens up more of the visible floor space which creates the illusion of a larger surface area.
Or if you are looking for traditional style, this Roper Rhodes Hampton Cloakroom Unit creates a feeling of period classic with its hand-painted finishes.

Roper Rhodes Hampton Cloakroom Unit

The above picture is the Roper Rhodes Hampton Cloakroom Unit

This Britton All in one Floorstanding Vanity & Basin provides the best efficient use of the space.
it holds loo roll and brush!

A well-placed mirror

Use of a well-placed mirror can create the illusion of a greater bathroom space, reflecting the available light and giving the impression of further space at eye level.
Make sure you position it correctly, so you can use a focal point and angle to give the illusion of depth.
Mirrors will also reflect light to make a room brighter and bigger.
A stunning combination of light and glass, this Vitra T4 Single Door Illuminated Mirror Cabinet provides you extra lighting and also satisfy all your personal grooming needs.

Door positioning

Burlington 500mm Wall Hung Toilet

The above picture is the Burlington 500mm Wall Hung Toilet

If possible make sure your door opens outwards, or even choose sliding or folding door to create the least impact in the room.
These are sometimes called “pocket doors” and slide into the door frame and wall cavity area.
Opening the room up without worrying about hitting bathroom furniture or having to shuffle around the door into the room!

Extractor Fans

Generally, unless you’re lucky, there is no window in a cloakroom. Therefore a good ventilation is important here.
This Vectaire X-Mart Advanced Deluxe Axial Fan operates at a quiet 37 decibels and takes just 15 Watts to power.
The low noise, low energy fan is an efficient way of keeping bathrooms clear of excess moisture and odours.

 

Bathroom cabinets to finish off your look

Your bathroom will be complete when you add a bathroom cabinet, a place to store his shaving kit, three different kinds of mouthwash or maybe the family first aid kit. We have an unrivalled collection of bathroom cabinets, over 150 at our dedicated web pages; we’ll have something for you and we illustrate just four of these here.

The HIB Austin LED Illuminated Cabinet will add some subtle lighting to your bathroom with its LED lighting for guaranteed low power consumption, its soft white glow gives a cool ambience and perfect lighting levels. Finished in chrome the HIB Austin cabinet itself is a simple rectangular cabinet and features soft close doors for a quiet touch, and internal shelving to keep bathroom essentials tidy, but within easy reach.

The Schneider Classicline Side Cabinet is perfect for a smaller room and is sure to provide plenty of storage for personal hygiene products, medicine, or cleaning supplies in its compact way. The cabinet is of aluminium construction and has an anodised finish. The Classicline has a single door which can be supplied either left or right hung, and it is provided with three glass shelve inside. The cabinet has two mirrors attached, one is on the front of the door, and the other is on the inside. This design of cabinet ensures that you will have plenty of storage, even in a cramped or small bathroom.

This Roper Rhodes Definition Entity 2 Door Mirror Cabinet is one of many from this iconic company; this cabinet is elegant as well as being functional. With two beautifully designed doors which are soft close and mirrored both sides, inside the cabinet the two shelves are adjustable ensuring that tall bottles or cosmetics will fit and the finish is designed to be easily cleaned. A choice is offered with or without infrared technology and electrics and each has overhead LED lights, together with an electrical socket for items such a shaver, electric toothbrush, or hair dryer.

If your taste is for something retro or old style, then the Old London collection is for you, with the company specialising in the traditional approach to bathroom interiors, both sophisticated as well as functional. The Old London two door mirrored cabinet has a combination of traditional wood with surfaces that reflect ensuring both the traditional as well as modern construction. With plenty of space for all essentials, the cabinet has inlayed mirrored doors and is offered in four finishes, Ivory, Pistachio, Stone Grey or Natural Walnut.

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Adding elegance to your bathroom with a Bauhaus Essence Backlit Oval Mirror

Mirrors in a bathroom perform a number of functions, essentially they allow a person to shave, put on makeup, comb or brush ones hair. However they also can create an illusion of space and this is particularly beneficial in a smaller bathroom, en-suite, or cloakroom area.

The modern bathroom mirror today can also give the room a subtle creative ambience with the lighting. This is particularly so with the Bauhaus Essence backlit mirror which features LED lighting and this type of lighting creates fabulously low energy consumption. With this back lighting the reflective crystal clear quality of this mirror also creates the illusion of space, even in the smallest of areas.

Choosing this mirror will give complete functionality, as well as appearance, available in two sizes of 500mm by 800mm or 400mm by 800mm. The mirror can be hung in either portrait or landscape and your bathroom will have a cool, ambient wash of light. The lighting is operated by via an infra-red switch, as a bonus the de-mister pads quickly lift any condensation from the mirror surface, allowing for full use even when enjoying a hot, steamy shower.

We offer both sizes of Bauhaus Essence mirror at a 20% discount with our unbeatable prices.

Bauhaus Essence Backlit Oval Mirror

Be creative in your bathroom

Even though the bathroom may be one of the places that we may overlook when house improving it is most certainly one which we spend quite a lot of time in. When asked in surveys, people will say that a bathroom is the one room which can add the most value to a house and also the one that can make or break a house sale.

The bathroom is also a place where you can become a bit more creative with things like decor and it is well worth spending time and investing in a room which is not only functional, but a place for relaxation.

Now we know that most home owners, certainly over two thirds are DIY enthusiasts and love to improve their homes, more so now when moving is not the simple option it may once have been. So what are the things that a home improver can tackle without the need to call in a building contractor?

Firstly we wish to emphasise that anything that requires an electrical connection must be undertaken by a certified electrician. Plumbing work also may mean that you will have to call in a specialist, but doing something simple such as changing existing taps can be straightforward, even fitting a new wash basin can be achieved as long as the pipework does not need extensive re-routing.

However, if you are looking to give your bathroom a new look, repainting is sure to give it a fresh new appearance. Adding a mirror can also improve the way that a bathroom looks and by fitting two mirrors on opposite walls can give an impression of space, the hotel trick! Two HIB Lucy mirrors mounted vertically would be ideal for this.

For a small outlay you will soon have a new delightful new place to relax and of course admire.

HIB Lucy 'Mirror on Mirror'

Three exciting new products at ukBathrooms

As one of the country’s leading online bathroom providers, we are always on the lookout for new products to add to our extensive portfolio and we have just added three new items which we would like to describe to you.

Bathroom mirrors can be used to create a feeling of space, but naturally they perform a very useful function when we shave, adjust make up and comb or brush our hair. The Bauhaus Essence Backlit Oval Mirror will create a subtle soft lighting mood to your bathroom and can be hung in either a portrait or landscape configuration. The lighting is provided by low wattage, low cost LED lamps which are simply operated through an infra red switch. Condensation on the surface of the mirror will not cause a problem either, as the Essence has de-mister pads which will quickly ensure that this are condensation free. The mirror is available in two sizes 500mm by 800mm or 400mm by 800mm.

Bauhaus Essence Backlit Oval Mirror

Free standing baths are now a feature in many bathrooms and whilst the retro styled Victorian and Edwardian baths offer a period of elegance, modern freestanding tubs are very much today’s bathroom choice. The April Haworth Double Ended Freestanding Bath is a bath that display pure elegance and class and is from the design team of the market leaders April. Displaying subtle curves and natural lines, designed to allow you to lie back comfortably whilst you soak and ease away the day’s stresses and strains. This beautiful white bath is designed for use with floor standing or wall fitted taps, ensuring that the clean lines remain unbroken.

April Haworth Double Ended Freestanding Bath

We believe that bathroom cabinets are a must have item for every bathroom to keep toiletries and other items stored and easily to hand when needed. We feature a large number of cabinets on our web pages, but this latest comes complete with Quattrocast basin. The Aqua Arc Bathroom Cabinet with Basin is available in four distinctive colours, black, ocean, reef and white in either a left or right handed configuration. The very clever and elegant use of space is provided by a single drawer and two cabinets which will give plenty of space for bathroom toiletries and other essentials. The interior is fitted out with a glass shelf and the doors are soft closing. A stylish and spacious cabinet that is sure to enhance any bathroom or en-suite shower room.

Aqua Arc Bathroom Cabinet with Basin

Phoenix Infiniti Horizontal/Vertical Bathroom Mirror

A mirror in the bathroom is an important accessory and when buying one, it is now no longer necessary to choose a run of the mill style; the range of illuminated and standard mirrors is a far cry from those of years gone by. The Phoenix Infiniti is one example of a piece of stunning bathroom design. It is now recognised that today’s designs are true art and the Phoenix Infiniti is a superb example.

You have to see the Phoenix Infiniti bathroom mirror to believe it, blue LED’s disappear into infinity while you also get a crystal clear reflection while brushing your teeth, and it can be mounted in a vertical or horizontal plane. The mirror is IP44 splash proof rated and is suitable for use within bathroom zones 2 and 3, has a pull cord and is complete with shaver socket.