Bathroom sinks or lavatories are now available in dazzling variety of materials. The one you choose may depend upon the style of your bathroom, the durability you require, or what will be required to maintain it. The majority that you see are made of vitreous china, fireclay or porcelain, which are all very similar. These sinks are made of clay that has been fired at high temperatures. Although they can chip or crack if a heavy object is dropped on them, they're durable and easy to clean. Additionally, they resist mildew, discoloration, and corrosion. DECOLAV offers a wide variety and style of vitreous china sinks in its Classically Redefined Collection. Continue reading
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DECOLAV Hospitality Attends BDNY 2016, Becomes Finalist in Best of BDNY Product Design Competition
Boca Raton, FL – November 15, 2016– DECOLAV® Hospitality, the predominate manufacturer of high-end quality vanities and case goods for the hospitality industry, recently showed at BDNY at the Javits Center in New York City.
DECOLAV Hospitality was proud to be finalist in the Best of BDNY Product Design Competition. Best of BDNY is a product design competition that recognizes designers and manufacturers of products that demonstrate functional and aesthetic progress and above all innovation for the hospitality industry. Continue reading
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Bathroom Safety for the New Year
New Year's Resolution: Bathroom Safety
It's almost another new year and many people will be focusing on a healthier lifestyle. Remember, bathroom safety is just as important to everyone's health. One way to achieve those resolutions may not be something that immediately comes to mind. Although everyone wants to feel confident about the safety of their home, a bathroom can be the most dangerous space in the house. It creates inherent risks for personal accidents and injuries. In addition, outdated electrical receptacles and plumbing can also result in damage to the home.
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Your Outdated Bathroom Could Be Killing Your Home Sale
Sit back and think about the last time you stepped into an outdated bathroom. You may have noticed the discolored tiles, the water-stained faucets and even the old dirty bathroom cabinet that just barely fits. If you’ve seen or have this bathroom, you’re not alone. However, when it comes to selling your home, this type of bathroom may be killing your deal. This blog will give you some quick solutions to an ultra-fast remodel that will help your potential buyers sigh and not cringe.
Let’s talk paint first. Everyone knows a fresh coat of paint is the fastest way to update a room or space without costing you an arm and a leg. Don’t stay in the frame of mind, “the new owners will just change it.” While this may be true, a fresh neutral color can make or break your sale. Ask any designer what the fastest fix would be, and they’ll most likely advise you to throw up a new shade of beige or any other fresh, clean coat. Continue reading
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Tips on Creating Space for Your Powder Room
We see functional storage added to many of today’s bathroom designs. It seems that toiletries and other household products need to have a special place to keep some order and not crowd precious countertop space. In this blog, we uncover some storage solutions that might spark some ideas.
Storage solutions don't mean unattractive structures are taking up more space. Instead, they can be as simple as selecting the right bathroom vanity. Many of our vanities have been designed to store a variety of items without sacrificing space. Take for instance our 35-Inch Malena Falls® Bathroom Vanity, from the DECOLAV Matt Muenster Exclusive Collection, with the sliding bridge to tuck away items from toilet paper to your favorite moisturizer. Sometime just choosing the perfect bathroom vanity can solve all your issues! Continue reading
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The Tao of the Bathroom Ceiling
When it comes to bathroom remodeling, one can’t forget the ceiling. Like most people you’re probably envisioning what the end design is before picking up the phone to contact a contractor. If you’re thinking about tackling this project yourself, remember to look up and ask yourself, “Will the ceiling stay the same or do we need to skip it? In this blog we look to give you some inspiration for hanging something over your head, that’s useful and aesthetically pleasing.
Today’s bathroom space isn’t just a simple watering closet. Achieving peace and harmony,
attention to detail is necessary. Using a beautiful crown molding or even a hand-painted applique is better than everyday décor. Continue reading -
Save Money with Solar Tubes
Many of today’s bathroom designs are utilizing sustainable energy resources for things such as lighting, cooling, and heating. People are seeking alternative methods of saving energy and making their homes more efficient. Solar tubes are a new technology that not only helps you conserve electricity, and it can help save you money. In this blog, we highlight a few uses and why you might want to consider installing this global solution.
You may be scratching your melon right now asking, what is a solar tube? Solar tubes are tubes usually fitted to the exterior of the home extending to the interior of the home. The advanced technology essentially takes the powerful rays of the sun then utilizing LED lights and optical innovation to the point where they’ve discovered how to use the energy from the sun and repurpose for your household needs. Continue reading
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How to Re-Finish Your Antique Claw Tub DECOLAV Style
There’s nothing better than to soak in a hot tub surrounded by candles with your favorite aromatherapy candles and some soft music playing in the background. Ahhhh, take me away. It seems that today even the antique claw tubs continue to get attention from even the most discerning of tastes. There’s something alluring about this nostalgic bathroom fixture known for the big giant claw feet we’ve all seen from time to time. In this blog, we give you some tips on how to re-finish this heirloom tub to make your bathroom sparkle with envy.
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How to Make Your Bathroom Stand Out with Marble Tile
In today’s bathroom designs, tile has taken on a whole new meaning. Not only is this a functional material, it can beautify any bathroom with clever detail. If you want to create space that’s not only useful, but also unique, keep on reading!
Marble tile transcends time with its natural beauty. Marble imported from Carrara, Italy, is not only elegant it’s beautiful in almost any shape or application. From the Herringbone to the Hexagon, using marble in your interior design leaves you with a multitude of options.
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Thoughtful Tips to Get Your Bathroom Guest Ready
Part of the fun of having a home, is sharing it with your friends and family. When guests come to stay, it's natural to want to do special things for them in order to help them enjoy their visit even more. When you're preparing for visitors, it's important to remember the items that are sure to make them feel welcome. Therefore, we've put together a list of ideas to help you prepare. Continue reading