Bathroom Extractor Through Roof Tiles

Bathroom Extractor Through Roof Tiles

1. Hi all,

   Can anybody help me in choosing which roof tile I have in order for me to install a roof vent please? The roof vent is for connecting to a bathroom extractor via some 4" ducting.

   Many thanks

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3. I have had nothing but trouble venting bathroom extractor fans through the roof tiles ... mostly to do with condensation running back down the pipe. Is there no way in which you could vent out through a wall?

4. It would be too much work to be honest. I'll give the roof tile a go and if it doesn't help then I will look again. Thanks.

5. Just out of interest was your ducting horizontal or vertical?

6. It was vertical.

   I tried a number of different fans, all of which were specifically advertised for vertical ducting, but they all failed after a short while because of condensation running back down the ducting. I even added some serious insulation around the duct and then boxed it all in to try to reduce the condensation, but it just kept on coming.

   I eventually abandoned the whole idea of going through the roof, bit the bullet and bored a 150mm diameter hole right through the double skin outside wall of the bathroom. I installed a piece of 150mm soil pipe through the wall, sloping slightly downwards to the outside, so that any condensation would drip outside, not inside, and then covered the outside with a flap louvre vent, which blows open when the fan is on, but doesn't allow high winds to come inside. I used a standard 150mm Ventaxia with humidity and timer controls.

   It's all been in place for a few years now, with a family that takes loooooong showers, and the bathroom is nice and dry, with not the slightest sign/smell of damp.

7. Thanks for the info and glad you got it sorted.

   Mine is a horizontal run so I'll give the roof vent a go first as everything is almost in place.

8. Running a vent pipe through wall is usually better, as you can put slight fall on pipe to all any moisture to drain away.

   Can you not vent the fan through a vent in a soffit.

   

9. Not really had a look into the soffit way. Is it easy/straightforward enough to cut a hole in the soffit? Jigsaw?

10. Jig saw if vent is square or easier to use hole saw if round vent.

    Got one of these in soffit here.

    https://www.vent-axia.com/product/soffit-termination-set

11. Soffit would be good, as it's easy to cut - jigsaw, hacksaw blade, whatever - depends on what the soffit is made from and how easy the access is.Condensation WILL be an issue - the laws of basic physics - so make sure you plan for what to do with it. If you can drain it out onto the roof, then great, but it'll be hard to do without puddles accumulating, and puddles eventually overflow; so make sure the overflow goes where it's not going to create a problem.

12. The problem with the soffit route as i found out, is there might not be enough room between the wall plate and underside of tiles to get a round ducting through, i ended up using a piece of rectangular ducting to over come this problem, it was a pain though trying to fit yourself into a area thats not meant for you, tring to connect it all up.

13. I use flat ducting & a flat to round adaptor to fit to vent, also glued all joints, & runs between joist to get lowest profile..

15. Yes.

    Running it between joists, I could just get enough of a slight fall to the soffit vent.

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Bathroom Safety Supplies

Bathroom Safety Supplies

If 2020 has taught us anything, it's to be a little more aware of our immediate surroundings. Social distancing has become a part of our lexicon, and with it comes an acknowledgment of the need to be safer in our every day lives. One of the only positives to be gained from a global pandemic is the hope that people will learn to take a little better care of the things they can control, which will lead to better physical and mental health.

For people with mobility issues, taking care of their immediate surroundings is nothing new. In order to maintain physical and mental health, safety products and protocols become essential to everyday life, especially in the bathroom. A full 80% of falls happen in the bathroom , according to the National Institute on Aging.

Potential hazards are pretty much everywhere in the bathroom, making them a pretty scary place for people with mobility issues. Water, slippery surfaces, and many hard, porcelain fixtures and areas combine to create a pretty hazardous space for those with mobility and balance issues. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that nearly 200,000 Americans receiver emergency room treatment for bathroom-related injuries every year. The National Council on Aging says that one-fourth of older Americans fall each year and that a senior dies from a fall every 19 minutes.

Those numbers are undoubtedly eye-opening and are why at APA Medical Equipment, we take bathroom safety equipment so seriously.

If you or a loved one has mobility issues, the first room in your house you should update is your bathroom. For those with mobility issues, the most common bathroom hazards include:

• Slippery shower stalls, bathtubs, and floors
• Low toilet seats
• Insufficiently secured towel racks and grab bars
• Shower chairs that are not slip-resistant

Shower and Tub Safety Precautions

Grab Bars and Safety Poles: APA Medical offers a wide assortment of wall bars to make life easier for those with mobility issues. Installing grab bars will make your walks in and out of your bathtub a lot safer. By having them placed on the walls or on the side of your tub, you'll be able to grab on to them to give you support . Wall bars can be mounted both in and outside your shower and by your toilet, where safety is most needed. APA can install on fiberglass, sheetrock, wood, cement, and tile. If grab bars aren't suitable for your bath or shower, consider a safety pole. The safety pole reaches from floor to ceiling and provides something to hold on to for balance and support while bathing. Safety poles can also be installed near the toilet to help get onto and up from the toilet.

Bathing Aids: APA Medical also offers a wide variety of bathing aids for those with mobility issues. From bathtub bars, bath steps, bath stools, and ceiling poles to various bathing accessories designed to make bath ing easier. Each of these items enables its users to complete bathroom tasks with confidence and stability. From bathtub mats and shower stips to long-handled bath brushes and portable bath steps, our aids help you traverse and use the bathtub and shower area with more stability.

Bath Bench and Shower Chairs: When it comes to bathroom safety equipment, not many items are more valuable than bath benches and shower chairs. In addition to providing stability for those with balance issues, both shower chairs and bath be nches allow those who have difficulty standing for long periods to rest while bathing. Bath benches and seats allow for a safe, comfortable, and stable place to s it while bathing. Each bench is equipped with rubber or suction tips to help eliminate any chance of the bench moving or sliding. Drainage holes in most seats prevent water build-up. The Wheeled Shower/Commode Chair is perfect for people who need a commode and want the rolling feature to facilitate easy transportation and mobility, including the capability to roll over the toilet or into the shower area.

In addition to the Bath Bench, we also offer various Transfer Benches for both shower and bath use. Transfer benches assist those who have difficulty stepping over bathtub walls. The anodized aluminum frame is lightweight, durable, and rust-resistant. For people with mobility issues, there are many days when stepping into and out of the bath is just a little too much, and transfer benches have saved many people from nasty falls.

Toilet Seat Frames and Risers

Standard toilet bowls are approximately 15 inches high, making it pretty difficult for the elderly and those with mobility issues to raise and lower themselves from the toilet. APA Medical offers a variety of toilet seat risers. Add from 2" to 6" to your seat to make toilet use easier, with a variety of handle setups available for elongated or standard toilet bowls.

Toilet seat risers, when combined with a toilet safety frame, create a scenario around the toilet that provides an additional level of safety and security and provides users with the confidence necessary to manage this activity on their own. APA Medical offers toilet frames that are designed to add support and enhance safety while toileting. Contoured waterfall armrests add comfort and provide an excellent gripping surface.

To peruse all of APA Medical's bathroom safety equipment, look here .

In addition to all of these safety products, here are three bathroom safety tips for those with mobility issues:

1. Keep Your Necessities Close

Your bathing experiences will be a lot safer and care-free when you know you don't have to get in and out of the bathtub. By keeping things such as body wash, soap, shampoo, conditioner, razors, shaving cream, rags, loofas, and other bathing accessories close at hand at all times, you'll be able to enjoy relatively worry-free, comfortable showers. If you take baths, be sure to have your items neatly stored on a shelf within reach or firmly placed on the edges of the tub.

2. Keep the Bathroom Floor Area Clear

If you or a loved one has mobility issues, make sure to keep your bathroom floor clean as the last thing you want is to step on something that could cause a fall. Be sure to hang towels on racks or hooks and all other necessities like brushes, hairdryers, or clothing stowed away and kept safely out of your walking space.

3. Check the Water Temperature Before Entering the Shower or Bath

For those with mobility issues, it's important to know how hot or cold the water is before entering the shower or bath. You don't want to be startled which could cause a slip. You also don't want to accidentally scald your skin. Making sure the water temperature is where you want it also eliminates the need for bending down or exiting the shower or tub prior to completion.

APA Carries a Wide Variety of Bathroom Safety Equipment

As we said off the top, the bathroom can be a dangerous room for those with mobility issues. The combination of water and using the toilet, sink, and bathtub or shower can easily lead to slips and falls. For people with mobility issues, bathroom safety equipment can ease the anxiety of using the bathroom and let them complete bathroom tasks much more easily.

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How To Open A Locked Bathroom Door Without A Keyhole

How To Open A Locked Bathroom Door Without A Keyhole

Hello Neighbor - Walkthrough

This guide will help you beat Hello Neighbor acts 1-3, and the act finale.

Guide Contents

• Act #1
• Act #2
• Act #3
• Act Finale

Act #1

When the cutscenes are over, go to your house, and get 3 closed boxes. Go to the yellow shelves in the neighbor's yard, and stack the boxes. Jump to the platform, and use the last box to break the window. Take the giant flower picture, and grab the car key. Unlock the car, and then get the magnet gun. Go back to the second floor, go through the hole in the wall, or the door, (if you unlocked it with the yellow key). The next door, is locked with a chair, so look through the keyhole, and look at the red key. Put the magnet gun in your hand, and have it half through the door. It'll take a minute or 2, but you'll end up magnetizing the red key.

Unlock the basement, and wait for it to load. The washing machine is a secret door. Go through it. Open the next door. Jump through the open window, and open the gate to your right. Go through the basement, and ignore the doors. You'll soon find another gate. Open it, and use the picture of the player's house from the beta as a ramp, throw an object at it, and it'll make a ramp. It may take a few tries. Turn on the generator, and climb up the objects. Break through the brick wall, and go through the door. Open the gate, open the door, and run away from the neighbor. Let the neighbor catch you when you see a door with a ton of locks on it, doing this will take you to act 2.

Act #2

You wake up in the basement. Wait for the cardboard cutout to open the door. Go through the vent, and climb the ladder. Find 2 switches outside, and 1 switch in the living room. Go to the kitchen, open the freezer, and grab the wrench. Open the locked ladder with that. Also grab the valve. Stack boxes to the gate of the ladder, and put the valve on the pipe on the yellow room. It'll drain the shark water. Grab the shovel in the shark room, and dig the patch of dirt outside. Pick up the key. It's used to open a doll house on the second floor. Open it, and open the door to the bathroom. Open the real bathroom door in the neighbor's house, and grab the Lego guy. Put him in the doll house bathroom, and go back to the real bathroom. There will be a big version of the Lego guy. Take the crowbar out of his hand, and take the boards off the fence. The boards are near the neighbor's porch. There will be 1 more cutscence, and it'll take you to act 3.

Act #3

You wake up in your apartment. Pick up the letter when you hear knocking at your front door. After the cutscenes, pick up the key in the trunk of your car. Open the front door to your house, and wait for the phone to start ringing. There is a secret cutscene at the remains of the neighbor's house. After the cutscene with the phone, you'll wake up in your house from act 1. If you played the beta versions, the house looks just like the one from beta 3. There are a few differences. If you never played the betas, i'll teach you how to beat act 3.

In the neighbor's backyard, there is a switch. Flip it, and break the window next to it. Climb the ladder, and jump to the train tracks. Go to the area whre the mannequin is, and go down the hole. Flip the switch, and then press the red button. The train should start going. Let the neighbor catch you, and it'll be daytime. Go upstairs, and jump to the light, and through the gap at the jail cell. Throw some stuff at the golden apple paintings, and 1 of them opens the big golden apple painting. Go up to the no gun room, and open the door to your right. Glitch a shoe into the box with the lever inside. It should open a box next to the giant horn. Pick up the red key, and close the painting. When it's open, the neighbor has free run of his house. Climb back up the elevator again, assuming that the neighbor isn't climbing it, and climb it. Jump on the train, and make the train go backwards. Then stop the train at the area with ladder. You'll need a wrench to open it. Jump to the pipe, and jump on top of the train.

Then, jump to the roof. Go down the ladder, and pick up the wrench. Open the ladder. Open the painting again, and go through the no gun room once again. go through the door to your left, and there will be another door. remove the chair, and open the power box. Pick up the crowbar. It's too hot to touch, so you'll need the magnet gun. Drop into the room, and pick up the umbrella. The umbrella's purpose is to float around. Without it, you'll fall and respawn back at your house. There is a secret code you can use, and it's somewhere in the neighbor's house. The code is 2369. Go back to the jail cell, and open the door to your right. There's a room with no floor. Jump to there, and glitch a painting into the room. The switch might activate, opening a secret wall to your left. Grab the magnet gun, remove the chairs, and magnetize the blue key. Open the gate, and grab the yellow key. It's in a pile of boxes. Remove the chair to your right. Turn off the neighbor's camera system. Find the blue and yellow padlocks.

Go into the blue key room, and throw something at the switch while standing on the lift. Open the door. You'll be in the first minigame. When you are getting chased by the mannequins, crouch and stay still. You'll go invisible to the mannequins. If you move while you are invisible, you are no longer invisible. Look what's in the other mannequins' shopping carts, and find them, and place them in your cart. When you got all 5 items, proceed to the checkout. Go to the exit door, and you'll gain the first superpower. You'll get the invisible crouch, which you used in the supermarket. Go to the roof, and go to the box that's hanging from the neighbor's house. Unlock the red padlock. You'll go to the second minigame.

It's hard to explain, but you'll gain double jump aferwards. Grab a box, and double jump over the plants. Open the power box below you, and put the box inside. Go to the secret room that's barricaded with boxes. It's in the train station next to the elevator. Grab the green key, and open the green padlock. You'll go into the last minigame. Hide in the lockers to hide from the mannequins. The glowing mannequin is the teacher. It moves around while the students are at their desks. I know, it's tricky, but you'll get the hang of it. Magnetize the crowbar, and put it under a sink or a bathtub.

Run the water. It'll cool down. Use the crowbar to break the boards on the basement door. Get a bucket, and fill it with water. Put it over the neighbor's stove, and turn it on. The bucket will get hot. Open the freezer, and splash the water all over the ice block. Do it a second time to melt the ice. Grab the keycard, and go in the basement. It looks just like the basement from act 1, right? Do the same things, and go through the crack in the wall. It's in the room where you had to go through the open window. Go to the area where there's a pile of objects, and use the invisible crouch.

The shadow will walk past you. Grab the chair, break through the brick wall, like you did in act 1. Put the chair down far away from the metal fence, and double jump over the fence. Open the exit door, and keep pressing the space bar, and run down the hallway, where you were getting chased by the neighbor in act 1. The door doesn't have any locks on it, so open it, taking you to the act finale, or if you prefer calling it act 4.

Act Finale

Look through the window, and let the giant neighbor smash the building, Just like beta 3. Double jump on the platforms, and press the red button, like you did in act 3 while turning on the train. Throw a box at the giant light switch. It opens the toaster. Jump on the flashlight and radio, and double jump into the toaster, like you did in the double jump minigame in act 3. Leap on the platform, and flip the light switch. Go to the smaller platform, and jump on the lift. Break the window, and flip the light switch. Quickly grab an umbrella, and float to the red house that the train smashed. Grab a candle, and light the firework and crossbow. Roll a baseball into the giant apple shooter, and jump into the toaster once more.

Float into the house on the giant neighbor's back, and open the door. Find the exit in the missing poster room. Wait for the game to load, and you'll find the player from act 1. He will walk to the window, and panic as he sees the giant shadow. Find the young player's movement pattern, or watch a youtube video about it. When you complete it, look in the house, the neighbor will be in one room, and the shadow will be in the other room, banging on the door, go to the exit door, and the outro cutscene will play, as the player moves his boxes inside his new home. The weird thing is, the player only packed 2 books and an apple, and his key. The ending credits will show, and you beat the game.

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Little Bugs In My Bathroom

Little Bugs In My Bathroom

Go Bug-Free With These 10 Best Insect Repellents

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Whether you're trekking through the backwoods or stepping out in the backyard, you need protection against insects and bugs. With an alarming amount of insect-borne diseases and the pain and annoyance that comes with getting bit, a good insect repellent is crucial for keeping these pesky critters at bay. Here are our top picks for warding off the bugs so that you're better able to enjoy your time in the outdoors.

Best Overall: Coleman Insect Repellent With 40% DEET

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If you want to step outside in any situation with the knowledge that you'll be protected, this Coleman insect repellent is a safe bet. With 40 percent DEET, it wards off just about every pesky insect you'll find in the outdoors. Users love its easy application and the fact that it stays effective even after sweating.

Best Value: Cutter Backwoods Insect Repellent

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If you want standard bug-spray protection, you can't go wrong with the Cutter Backwoods repellent. This aerosol spray contains 25 percent DEET and works wonders at keeping away mosquitos, gnats, ticks, fleas and other unwelcome insects. Reviewers rave that it works great but warn that it does have a very strong scent.

Best Insect Repellent Lotion: Repel Sportsmen Max Formula Lotion 40% DEET

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The Repel Sportsmen Max lotion wins big points from reviewers because it is easy to pack and apply and is consistent at repelling insects. This lotion has a strong smell, but many reviewers are quick to note that the smell is worth it because the product works. It goes on just like sunscreen and claims to keep the insects at bay for up to 10 hours.

Best Ultrasonic Insect Repellent: Crioxen Ultrasonic Mosquito Repellent

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If you'd rather avoid scented lotions and sprays altogether, the Crioxen Ultrasonic repellent is a good alternative. This device easily clips on to whatever you're wearing, and it's small enough that you can carry it around easily. Reviewers love that it consistently keeps mosquitoes and other insects away from an area as large as 300 square feet.

Best Insect Repellent Wipes: Cutter All Family Mosquito Wipes

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It can be difficult to apply bug repellent safely and effectively on sensitive areas like the face and ears, which is why these Cutter mosquito wipes are so useful. These convenient wipes are effective, nongreasy, and come in a resealable pouch so they can be used repeatedly. They are also a very convenient way to apply repellent to babies and small children.

Best Plug-in Repellent: BRISON Ultrasonic Pest Repellent

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Are you dealing with insects indoors? The BRISON Ultrasonic Pest Repellent plugs into a wall outlet and emits a high-frequency sound that only insects and pests can hear, driving them crazy so that they're not willing to take up residence in your home. Reviewers note that you do need one of these devices for each room in your home. However, it's a worthwhile purchase because it works.

Best Dry Repellent: Cutter Dry Aerosol

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Applying a greasy, oily spray to your skin can be one of the most unappealing things about using insect repellent. That's why this Cutter Dry aerosol spray is so popular. It's unscented, isn't oily or greasy, and can be used on both skin and clothing. Its dry application is a winner with users, who also state that it's extremely effective at keeping the insects at bay.

Best Repellent Netting: Benvo Mosquito Repellent Head Net

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Slathering yourself in sprays and creams isn't necessary for insect protection. As an alternative, opt for this Benvo Mosquito Repellent Head Net. The head net slips right over a hat and is an excellent choice if you're gardening in the yard or camping and sleeping under the stars. Users love that the mesh netting is small enough to keep out pesky gnats.

Best Insect Repellent for Animals: Farnam Flys-Off Fly Repellent

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People aren't the only ones plagued by insects. Keep your animals protected from pesky bugs with the Farnum's Flys-Off ointment. Because it is a thick, sticky ointment, this product works best for outdoor animals who are generally bothered by insects. Users say it is very effective at keeping various types of flies away from their dogs, horses and ponies.

Best Natural Repellent: BUGGINS Natural Insect Repellent

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If you're looking for an insect repellent that's made with natural ingredients, the BUGGINS Natural Insect Repellent fits the bill. It's DEET-free, made with plant-based ingredients like peppermint and lemongrass, and has a natural vanilla fragrance. Reviewers report that it's especially effective at repelling smaller insects like black flies and gnats.

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Kyal And Kara Toowoon Bay Bathroom

Kyal And Kara Toowoon Bay Bathroom

When thinking about the design of this bathroom, we knew we wanted something fresh and timeless – with a modern twist. And although the bathroom looks very simple – a lot of planning went into this space. Controversially, we chose to combine the existing separate toilet and bathroom. Read more about that in Episode 2 – It's Go Time Journal Post.

One of the primary reasons for this was that when looking down the hallway from the kitchen, you previously had a fabulous view of the toilet! A beautiful bathtub centered underneath a window is a much more appealing site! The bathtub we've chosen is the cost-effective yet beautiful Parisi Ellisse 1550mm Oval Freestanding Bath.

Our initial mood board – incorporating a touch of old and new

With our layout locked in, and a rough idea of the colour palette I was after, I set about selecting tiles! For the floors and shower wall, we've chosen 'Cretement Vintage Grey Taco' 450x450mm from Beaumont Tiles. I love this tile as it has a beautiful mixed vintage pattern throughout, however it's not too bold that it becomes the dominant feature in the space.

We've centered the bath underneath the new window

For two of the walls, we've chosen Devonshire White Matt 75x150mm subway tiles from Beaumont Tiles halfway up the wall, with EasyCraft EasyClad for the remainder of these walls and ceiling. This product is suitable for all internal wet areas and semi-external undercover use, such as patios and verandahs.

Devonshire subway tiles and Easycraft Easyclad wall linings

We've painted the Easycraft wall cladding using Taubmans Endure 'Grey Cliff' – which is a beautiful subtle blue that works perfectly with the grey tones of the Cretement tiles. For the shower and vanity wall, we've used Mos Ash Basalt Sticks 22×42 from Beaumont Tiles. I love the introduction of a darker shade – with plenty of texture, it's a nice surprise as you enter the bathroom.

Mos Ash Basalt Stick Mosaic from Beaumont Tiles

All tapware is part of the Phoenix Nostalgia range available from Beaumont Tiles. I absolutely love this tapware, it's timeless and works well with the theme throughout the rest of the home. I'll be using this in the downstairs bathroom and laundry also.

Custom vanity designed by us and made by Loughlin Furniture

In keeping with the vertical timber cladding theme throughout the rest of the renovation, we've designed a timber vanity that works perfectly. The vanity was built by Loughlin Furniture, who've done a beautiful job! Similar to our range hood in the kitchen, we've taken the timber to be sandblasted – which really helps to bring the grain out in the American Oak. Very textural!

Custom Loughlin Furniture vanity and Silestone 'Blanco Orion' benchtop

The leather handles are from Made Measure and the bench top is Silestone Blanco Orion in the polished texture – the same as used in our kitchen. The basin is also from Beaumont Tiles. I've had it in my head all along that I wanted an oval shaped mirror with a blue frame – of course when you're looking for something so specific, you can't find it! So we had our local metal fabricator Brent (B&B Coastal Fabrications) make one up. The beauty of this was that I could specify the exact size required! The wall lights are definitely not what I had in mind, however Kyal was on to me to hurry up and make a decision on these. I've chosen these wall lights from Beacon Lighting, and although they are certainly not my favourite, they work with everything else going on.

Custom mirror and vanity

All that was left was some styling! The timber side table is from OZ Design Furniture, beautiful candle is from Luxx Soy Candles and towels are from Citta Design and Sheridan. Feel free to ask any further questions you may have about this bathroom, and stay tuned for the downstairs and studio bathroom reveals. It's bath time for me!

Kyal And Kara Toowoon Bay Bathroom

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Bathroom Colours 2020

Bathroom Colours 2020

Beautiful Paint Colours to Update an Almond Tub, Toilet or Sink

Partner post: Ideas to Update an Almond Bathroom

Almond bathrooms can be buuuutt-ugly, and I have no problem saying that without worrying about insulting you and your butt-ugly almond bathroom. Why? Because I have owned a butt-ugly almond bathroom, I've felt your exquisite pain. But, I will also clarify that not ALL of them are really that bad, but there are some…whoa.

And because paint is theeasiest and most affordable way to transform any space in your home, you'll want to look at some colour options before making any costly changes involving new bathroom fixtures. So, read on my almond-challenged friend!

First off, let's call it like it is and 'IT' is a light tan

You have to start treating almond as a colour – rather than a 'thing'. In my work as an Online Color Consultant, I often hear '…my almond tub, my bone coloured sink,' but when you think about it, what exactly is almond? Well, almond is a light tan-beige. And that's why it's so darned awkward! If it were a normal beige or tan, it would be dark enough to accommodate a wider range of colours (I mean, what doesn't go with tan, right?)

However, because it's a light tan it can look dirty and dated when placed with the wrong colours. But regardless, once you start treating 'almond' like a colour, you can incorporate it into a colour scheme that complements it – rather than fights with it.

The thing to remember is that there are many 'tan' tubs out there with different undertones. While one person might have a more passive, muted, almost creamy-tan, another will have one with a pink, yellow or yellow-green undertone – with yellow-green being the most COMMON undertone. What this means is that these colours aren't fool-proof with EVERY tan fixture, as there are many manufacturer finishes out there – but they sure are a great place to start!

Paint colours that work with many almond bathroom fixtures

1. Benjamin Moore Kingsport Gray HC 86

Kingsport Gray is a subtle mix of gray and brown, which means it's a greige, however, it does FAVOUR brown over gray.

Read more: The New Era of Laminate Countertops and Why They Rock

While the above photo doesn't have almond fixtures, you can see how nice it would look as the countertop has some of those warm almond-inspired tones in it.

Please keep in mind that I use ONLY my E-Design clients photos on my blog. Sometimes I won't have exactly the photo I need, but I'll do my best to show you what I'm talking about with a photo or 'paint blob'.

Similar colours to sample

These colours will have different undertones and depths but the comparison can help you decide which is BEST with your particular bathroom fixtures.

• Benjamin Moore Iron Gate
• Benjamin Moore Equestrian Gray
• Sherwin Williams Keystone Gray

Read more: The 6 Best Paint Colours for a Bathroom Vanity

Sherwin Williams Mega Greige SW 7031

Mega Greige is a soft medium-toned greige that sits well in a room with tan fixtures and can look gorgeous on a bathroom vanity.

Similar colours to sample

These colours will have different undertones and depths but the comparison can help you decide which is BEST with your particular bathroom fixtures.

• Sherwin Williams Keystone Gray

Sherwin Williams Tony Taupe SW 7038

Tony Taupe is a soft, medium-toned beige-brown, but leans nicely into gray, so it doesn't have a typical golden look to it.

Similar colours to sample

These colours will have different undertones and depths but the comparison can help you decide which is BEST with your particular bathroom fixtures.

• Sherwin Williams Portico
• Benjamin Moore Indian River
• Sherwin Williams Balanced Beige

Read more: The 5 Best Sherwin Williams Beige Paint Colours

Benjamin Moore Smoked Oyster 2109-40

Smoked Oyster is a beautiful blend of purple and a warm gray/greige – a fab colour for some personality! It would be particularly beautiful with some of the travertines out there. However, if you have the yellow-green version of almond fixtures, stay far away, as the purple and yellow-green won't love each other at all! This colour really prefers the more subtle, lighter colour tan fixtures.

Similar colours to sample

These colours will have different undertones and depths but the comparison can help you decide which is BEST with your particular bathroom fixtures.

• Benjamin Moore Stone Harbor
• Benjamin Moore Silver Fox

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Benjamin Moore White Down OC 131

White Down is definitely one of my fave off-white colours as it hits the right note with many tan fixtures. Please note, your tan fixtures WILL be STRONGER than the walls, not by tons, but certainly by some, this will happen with any off-white paint colour. However, it's still a pretty and fresh combo, especially if you support it with the right bathroom decor.

Similar colours to sample

These colours will have different undertones and depths but the comparison can help you decide which is BEST with your particular bathroom fixtures.

• Benjamin Moore Grand Teton White (prettier in real-life than on the Ben site)
• Sherwin Williams Creamy
• Sherwin Williams White Duck

Read more: The 5 Best Cream Paint Colours: Benjamin Moore

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Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter HC 172

Revere Pewter is another interesting choice for an almond-inspired bathroom. If you're going for a beachy theme, this soft gray and its subtle green undertone can be enhanced with off-white towels and blue-green accents.

Above, you'll see a Kingsport Gray vanity with BM Revere Pewter walls. Revere can SOMETIMES be a wink muddy/green for some almond fixtures. You can see how they relate here when you look at the shower surround reflected in the mirror.

Similar colours to sample

These colours will have different undertones and depths but the comparison can help you decide which is BEST with your particular bathroom fixtures.

• Sherwin Williams Amazing Gray
• Sherwin Williams Jogging Path
• Benjamin Moore Fieldstone

Read more: Colour Review Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter

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A few points to ponder

• You may have noticed that MOST of the above colours are not in the off-white or light range. It's just not a great idea to partner almond fixtures with a colour that's LIGHTER than them – the balance will be off and you'll risk highlighting the fixtures. The exceptions are some creams and tans, as they're warm colours and can layer better

• If you are looking for drama, warmth, interest and personality, then you could paint your walls a darker colour. However, if you don't have a great ventilation system (common in homes with almond fixtures), those dark walls might show the drips after a hot shower. Learn more about paint finishes here. Cream is more forgiving for walls that tend to drip with moisture (that stays there) after a hot shower…

• Cream will give you a lighter and brighter look and allow you the opportunity to accent with browns, blacks and earth-tones. However, with varying shades of almond/bone out there, it can be tricky to find the one that works just right (not all bones were created equal…wink wink). See some beautiful cream paint colours here

Read more: More Ways to Update an Almond Bathroom

Paint Colours that DO NOT Work with Almond Fixtures

White

White or off-white walls will only accent the almond-nessity of your tub and white will make the almond look dirty.

Pink, rose, peach

Any version, whether it's light, medium or dark will look terrible with almond.

Almost any colour that is 'lighter' than the almond colour

Other than a small range of creams, most colours in that range will make almond look dirtier than it is.

Blue and green

These colours can be touch and go in a bathroom.While you can humour some blue/grays or green/grays, be careful that you aren't contrasting too much with the warm tones of your fixtures.

And remember, there are other things to consider in your bathroom, such as your countertop, flooring, exposure and of course, your PERSONAL taste! Be sure that the colour you choose satisfies as many of those as possible.

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Kylie M Interiors    Affordable Interior Decorating, Interior Design Blog    E-Design, E-Decor and Online Colour Consulting    Based in Nanaimo B.C. on Vancouver Island

Originally written in 2016, updated in 2018

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Source: https://www.kylieminteriors.ca/the-best-paint-colours-for-an-almond-bathroom/

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