MBK Design Studio Knowledge Centre
Because of my experience in the industry I write a regular column in the Kitchen and Bathroom News, a national trade magazine and contribute to a leading consumer online blog, The Kitchen Think, a news blog on all things kitchen, where I write articles about design and products.
Knowledge Centre
Please find below a number of articles which should answer some of your questions. We want to provide you with additional information about products and services that are available plus give you some useful tips to help you on your journey.
Revamping your Shower Rooms
Another of our series of Blogs called “Ask the Experts” and this one is by Lucy Searle (Houzz Contributor) Revamping your home? A shower room – or at least a separate showering space within your bathroom – is the dream, right? Browse these top ideas for creating one...
Planning a Bathroom
The top 8 things you need to consider when planning your new Bathroom Like anything in life when you have a plan a project goes far more smoothly. If you’re considering getting a new bathroom then the planning is one of the more important areas to look at. This is...
Tile Styles for Modern Bathrooms
Another of our series of Blogs called “Ask the Experts” and this one is by Susannah Hutchinson (Houzz Contributor) Choices, choices… from shape to size, colour to finish, which tiles will work best in a contemporary bathroom scheme? If you’re struggling to narrow down...
Simple Storage Ideas for Contemporary Bathrooms
Another of our series of Blogs called “Ask the Experts” and this one is by Susannah Hutchinson (Houzz Contributor) Don’t let multiple bottles of shampoo spoil the minimal vibe of a modern bathroom. Choose storage to suit your needs, from deep, under-basin drawers to...
Ceramic versus Porcelain tiles
What should you use Ceramic or Porcelain? Sometimes it is best to ask the experts and here is some sound advice from British Ceramic tile company based in the UK. ‘When it comes to choosing between ceramic and porcelain tiles, there’s a lot of advice out...
Choosing your new Bathroom Mirrored Cabinet, Bathroom Mirror & Bathroom Accessories
Mirrored Cabinets & Mirrors There are a large number of mirrored cabinets and mirrors both illuminated and non-illuminated on the market and they all serve a function and your choice must be based on what you want them to provide you, whether it be additional...
Choosing your new Wall & Floor covering
The biggest area in your bathroom is the floor and walls but too often this area is an afterthought and given to little consideration. When walking into a bathroom this is the area that hits you first. When you have a smaller bathroom matching the wall & floor...
Choosing your new Bathroom Shower & Taps
Always choose the “best brassware” you can afford as named brands will always add value. Brands such as Aqualisa, Marflow, Vado, Ciffal and St James inspire confidence and reinforce your pride in your property. Having a stylish basin tap can transform an otherwise...
Choosing your new Bathroom Lighting & Heating
Lighting Make sure that you have installed good lighting as there is nothing worse than poor lighting in a bathroom where areas are left slightly dark. Ceiling downlights are very popular with the new ‘fit and forget’ and the LED versions offer different types of...
Choosing your new Bathroom Furniture
The greatest advance in bathroom style over the last 10 years is the many colours and shapes of furniture which are now available. You can get everything from painted oak doors, high gloss, matt and the very popular satin finish & curved...
Choosing a new Bathroom
Having a Clear Vision It is worth mentioning right at the start that the bathroom installation is generally the main expenditure when renovating a bathroom. Whether you opt for a cheaper suite or a less expensive toilet the installation cost...
Choosing a new Bath
Your choice of bath is based on functionality first and foremost and followed by the design and the impact you want from your bathroom. Baths are now more of a fashion decision, however, there are not many shapes available. They fall into two shapes square...
Revamping your Shower Rooms
Another of our series of Blogs called “Ask the Experts” and this one is by Lucy Searle (Houzz Contributor) Revamping your home? A shower room – or at least a separate showering space within your bathroom – is the dream, right? Browse these top ideas for creating one...
Planning a Bathroom
The top 8 things you need to consider when planning your new Bathroom Like anything in life when you have a plan a project goes far more smoothly. If you’re considering getting a new bathroom then the planning is one of the more important areas to look at. This is...
Tile Styles for Modern Bathrooms
Another of our series of Blogs called “Ask the Experts” and this one is by Susannah Hutchinson (Houzz Contributor) Choices, choices… from shape to size, colour to finish, which tiles will work best in a contemporary bathroom scheme? If you’re struggling to narrow down...
Simple Storage Ideas for Contemporary Bathrooms
Another of our series of Blogs called “Ask the Experts” and this one is by Susannah Hutchinson (Houzz Contributor) Don’t let multiple bottles of shampoo spoil the minimal vibe of a modern bathroom. Choose storage to suit your needs, from deep, under-basin drawers to...
Ceramic versus Porcelain tiles
What should you use Ceramic or Porcelain? Sometimes it is best to ask the experts and here is some sound advice from British Ceramic tile company based in the UK. ‘When it comes to choosing between ceramic and porcelain tiles, there’s a lot of advice out...
Choosing your new Bathroom Mirrored Cabinet, Bathroom Mirror & Bathroom Accessories
Mirrored Cabinets & Mirrors There are a large number of mirrored cabinets and mirrors both illuminated and non-illuminated on the market and they all serve a function and your choice must be based on what you want them to provide you, whether it be additional...
Choosing your new Wall & Floor covering
The biggest area in your bathroom is the floor and walls but too often this area is an afterthought and given to little consideration. When walking into a bathroom this is the area that hits you first. When you have a smaller bathroom matching the wall & floor...
Choosing your new Bathroom Shower & Taps
Always choose the “best brassware” you can afford as named brands will always add value. Brands such as Aqualisa, Marflow, Vado, Ciffal and St James inspire confidence and reinforce your pride in your property. Having a stylish basin tap can transform an otherwise...
Choosing your new Bathroom Lighting & Heating
Lighting Make sure that you have installed good lighting as there is nothing worse than poor lighting in a bathroom where areas are left slightly dark. Ceiling downlights are very popular with the new ‘fit and forget’ and the LED versions offer different types of...
Choosing your new Bathroom Furniture
The greatest advance in bathroom style over the last 10 years is the many colours and shapes of furniture which are now available. You can get everything from painted oak doors, high gloss, matt and the very popular satin finish & curved...
Choosing a new Bathroom
Having a Clear Vision It is worth mentioning right at the start that the bathroom installation is generally the main expenditure when renovating a bathroom. Whether you opt for a cheaper suite or a less expensive toilet the installation cost...
Choosing a new Bath
Your choice of bath is based on functionality first and foremost and followed by the design and the impact you want from your bathroom. Baths are now more of a fashion decision, however, there are not many shapes available. They fall into two shapes square...
Revamping your Shower Rooms
Another of our series of Blogs called “Ask the Experts” and this one is by Lucy Searle (Houzz Contributor) Revamping your home? A shower room – or at least a separate showering space within your bathroom – is the dream, right? Browse these top ideas for creating one...
Planning a Bathroom
The top 8 things you need to consider when planning your new Bathroom Like anything in life when you have a plan a project goes far more smoothly. If you’re considering getting a new bathroom then the planning is one of the more important areas to look at. This is...
Tile Styles for Modern Bathrooms
Another of our series of Blogs called “Ask the Experts” and this one is by Susannah Hutchinson (Houzz Contributor) Choices, choices… from shape to size, colour to finish, which tiles will work best in a contemporary bathroom scheme? If you’re struggling to narrow down...
Simple Storage Ideas for Contemporary Bathrooms
Another of our series of Blogs called “Ask the Experts” and this one is by Susannah Hutchinson (Houzz Contributor) Don’t let multiple bottles of shampoo spoil the minimal vibe of a modern bathroom. Choose storage to suit your needs, from deep, under-basin drawers to...
Ceramic versus Porcelain tiles
What should you use Ceramic or Porcelain? Sometimes it is best to ask the experts and here is some sound advice from British Ceramic tile company based in the UK. ‘When it comes to choosing between ceramic and porcelain tiles, there’s a lot of advice out...
Choosing your new Bathroom Mirrored Cabinet, Bathroom Mirror & Bathroom Accessories
Mirrored Cabinets & Mirrors There are a large number of mirrored cabinets and mirrors both illuminated and non-illuminated on the market and they all serve a function and your choice must be based on what you want them to provide you, whether it be additional...
Choosing your new Wall & Floor covering
The biggest area in your bathroom is the floor and walls but too often this area is an afterthought and given to little consideration. When walking into a bathroom this is the area that hits you first. When you have a smaller bathroom matching the wall & floor...
Choosing your new Bathroom Shower & Taps
Always choose the “best brassware” you can afford as named brands will always add value. Brands such as Aqualisa, Marflow, Vado, Ciffal and St James inspire confidence and reinforce your pride in your property. Having a stylish basin tap can transform an otherwise...
Choosing your new Bathroom Lighting & Heating
Lighting Make sure that you have installed good lighting as there is nothing worse than poor lighting in a bathroom where areas are left slightly dark. Ceiling downlights are very popular with the new ‘fit and forget’ and the LED versions offer different types of...
Choosing your new Bathroom Furniture
The greatest advance in bathroom style over the last 10 years is the many colours and shapes of furniture which are now available. You can get everything from painted oak doors, high gloss, matt and the very popular satin finish & curved...
Choosing a new Bathroom
Having a Clear Vision It is worth mentioning right at the start that the bathroom installation is generally the main expenditure when renovating a bathroom. Whether you opt for a cheaper suite or a less expensive toilet the installation cost...
Choosing a new Bath
Your choice of bath is based on functionality first and foremost and followed by the design and the impact you want from your bathroom. Baths are now more of a fashion decision, however, there are not many shapes available. They fall into two shapes square...