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Most Expensive Bathroom Tile is Replica of Famous Painting

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A tile company in Exeter has taken on an especially artistic and intricate endeavor to create what has turned out to be one of the world's most expensive bathroom tiles: a 2' x 2' replica of Gustav Klimt's 'The Kiss.' Each tile measures 2' x 2' and is a combination of beautiful ceramic colors and precious metal accents of 24 carat gold and platinum, all of which are put together through a painstaking process that started with three years of planning and ends after 17 separate firings in the kiln. The limited edition tiles are available through Original Style for £400 each.

Gallery: Gustav Klimt's 'The Kiss' Bathroom Tile

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The World's Most Expensive Bath tops $50,000

by Ariston Anderson (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Luxury Travel & Hotels, Spas

The Four Seasons Maui

And we thought bathing in Evian was expensive. ME! Bath, creators of the luxurious Ice Cream Bath bombs have searched the world far and wide to find the rarest and most expensive ingredients to plunge into your bathwater, creating the world's Most Expensive Bath.

If you're not one to blink an eye at blowing the cost of a year's college tuition on a day in the bathtub, you can choose to take your bath at home or at spas and resorts including The Ritz Carlton Aspen Highland, The Four Seasons Maui, and The Beverly Wilshire.

So just what has ME! concocted to justify such a high price tag?

A signature scent with notes of Lotus Flower and Sycamore Wood mirrors the legendary flora of the Nile Garden. Sidr Honey, which costs $200/oz is harvested twice a year in the Hadramaut Mountains of the Southwestern Arabian Peninsula. It's known for its high antioxidant and detoxing properties. Add to that other skin nourishing, and expensive, ingredients including Peruvian Pink Salt, Illipe Butter, Murumuru Butter, 100% Certified Organic Israeli Jojoba Oil, and Kokum Butter, for the ultimate spa experience.

And the water itself is sourced from 15,000 year old polar ice cap glaciers, blended with Deep Hawaiian Seawater, found 3,000 feet below sea level. Try that on for size, Evian.

Now top that off with some 24-karat gold, known for making skin truly glow. If the irony of literally bathing in money doesn't phase you, it's time to pick up the phone and book.

And the shining light in all of this is there may be a tax write-off for you. A "large portion" of proceeds of the Most Expensive Bath will benefit Water for People, which provides clean water in developing nations.

To start booking, visit TheMostExpensiveBath.com. Prices start at $50,000.

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Alchemy Full Moon Mirrors

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Decor

Bathroom lighting is a delicate thing because you want to be able see clearly while washing your face or tweezing something, but you also want to avoid that bright, cold atmosphere that can happen so easily in a small room full of porcelain and tile. I'm not sure that these illuminated mirrors from Alchemy are the answer to that dilemma for everyone, but if you have the right room and decor scheme these Full Moon Mirrors could provide just the right balance of light and luxe interest to your bathroom.

They have several designs available, including pure gold and platinum versions. Pricing upon request.

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Gallery: Alchemy Pure Gold Full Moon Mirrors

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GelPro Comfort Mats for Kitchen and Bath

by Lisa Palladino (RSS feed) —

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In feeding my newfound addiction to home makeovers, I recently came across GelPro mats. I immediately wanted one -- my kitchen and bathroom both have cold stone floors, which are nice to look at but hard on the feet and back.

The company promotes the mats this way: "world's only gel-filled anti-fatigue floor mat relieves pain and fatigue caused from standing on hard flooring. Great for everyone, perfect for those with back pain, foot pain, or arthritis." I just like they way they look as compared to a cloth rug (especially in a newly-remodeled kitchen with granite and stainless steel), which slides around and doesn't offer any support.

The mats, which are designed and assembled in the USA, come in a variety of colors, fabrics, and styles. Try out the ones you like in the site's interactive kitchen. They even got an endorsement from our friends at Slashfood, which also features an interview with the company founder. Prices range from $99.95 - $299.95.

Gallery: GelPro Comfort Mats for Kitchen and Bath

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Joerger Crystal Bath Faucets

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Decor

I always love looking at bathroom fixtures that include crystal accents but I have to admit I don't ever plan on having any in my home because although they're very beautiful they also look outrageously difficult to keep shiny and clean! But I still enjoy browsing and these latest designs from Joerger are as pretty as any I've seen. You can go classic and opt for silver hardware with clear or frosted crystal knobs, or more modern and styled by choosing colored crystal in one of five hues including the red shown here. No matter which you choose, they're sure to make a statement of luxury and refinement in your bathroom.

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Gallery: Joerger Crystal Bath Faucets

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Swarovski Jewels Sink Collection

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Decor

Normally I think Swarovski jewels encrusted onto household appliances look tacky and ridiculous, so I'm a little surprised to hear myself saying that the Swarovski Jewels Sink collection from Antologia is actually pretty nice. Simple, tasteful, and artistic, the basic white and black sinks aren't overrun with big sparkling jewels so much as they're accented and enhanced by them. Each piece is put together by hand with Signity jewels.

Any kind of jewels on a bathroom fixture are still completely impractical and difficult to clean, of course, but these are nice to look at nevertheless.

Gallery: Swarovski Jewels Sink Collection

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Sherle Wagner Luxury Hardware and Bath Accessories

by Lisa Palladino (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Decor

As I was browsing a home magazine I was stopped by an ad for Sherle Wagner doorknobs, I mean, "hardware." They were so beautiful, I wanted to know more. So now I share ... Sherle Wagner International, headquartered in NYC but with eight U.S. showrooms and one in Kuwait, offers a number of home accessories in these categories: finishes, stones and patterns; bath fittings; bath fixtures; accessories; hardware; lighting; furniture; textiles; linens; and wall coverings. All Sherle Wagner products are originals, made by the company from the design inception stage to completion. The company uses "old world artisans and timeless techniques, so that every piece is a true original." And the staff is experienced in working with architects, designers and clients on projects of any scale. If you browse the catalog, be sure to check out all the categories on the lefthand nav bar; there was much more on the site than I noticed the first time around. No prices, however, but I'm going to guess on the high end.

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Vipp Laundry Basket

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

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The latest in the line of minimalist bath accessories from Denmark's Vipp is this ultra-sleek laundry basket. The basket is available in white or black lacquered steel and rubber and has a rounded shape similar to the classic Vipp pedal bin. The lid is made from brushed stainless steel and is perforated for air circulation. Inside there is a removable dual-section inner bag for sorting. The basket also has hidden rubber wheels. At $625, this laundry basket costs as much as some washing machines.

Gallery: Vipp Designs

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Design Your Own Linens, by Cittadini

by Lisa Palladino (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Decor, Services

Cittadini, founded 18 years ago, specializes in high-end, luxury linens. Made in the region of Florence, Italy, the styles are detailed and feature much embroidery. You can order custom bed or table linens, as well as towels. Select from 10 flange styles, 50 towel colors, 100 sateen colors, and 200 embroideries (0 up charges). If you're in the NYC or Long Island area, there's a showroom on Fifth Avenue (by appointment) and a boutique in Manhasset. For more info and prices, contact the company.

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The Perfect Luxury Bathroom for Men?

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Decor

Porsche designed what they called the perfect man's kitchen, and now Hoesch has done what just might be the same thing but in the bathroom. Start with clean lines and the simplest of color schemes and combine it with cutting edge technology and you've pretty much made any guy (and many women for that matter) happy. It has a Mirror TV Cabinet, a Duo bathtub roomy enough for two, a walk-in shower with a drying area and special grid floor that eliminates puddles, and both a shallow and a deep sink. All displayed and surrounded by classic white porcelain and your choice of walnut or macassar. What do you think guys, yay or nay?

Gallery: Hoesch's Perfect Man's Bathroom

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The Meltdown Sink (It Does More Than You Expect)

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Decor, Gadgets

It's all about "multimedia" these days with cell phones that double as mp3 players and iPods that play movies. But have you ever considered getting yourself a multimedia washbasin? It probably strikes you as ridiculous (and if it doesn't it probably should), but honestly I think it's actually a pretty cool idea. At least I think this interpretation, the Meltdown Sink by WET STUDIO, is a cool idea. The Meltdown functions as (of course) a sink, but in addition to that it has the following decidedly unique and weird (but totally fun and useful) multimedia features:
• It glows from within in your choice of orange, lemon, white, or black.
• The glow can be customized with a small static projection screen to display personalized messages, artwork, or anything else onto the sink's surface from within.
• An internal amplified speaker system allows the sink to play your CDs and mp3s. No more ugly radio in the bathroom messing up your decor!

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Granite and Stone Accessories Have Gone a Bit Too Far

by Laura Malesich (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Decor

To me, granite counter tops are the creme de la creme of kitchen spaces but adding matching knobs is a little much. At first glance, the knobs not yet attached to the cabinetry look like pretty chess pieces but fashioned to the woodwork they make for a busy and cluttered look. The only one I think that may bring an element of sophistication to a kitchen or bathroom are the dark slate colored knobs. But I still feel like less is more.

And who would have thought to chisel granite or stone to fit a light switch? Most granite has a mottled, colorful look and in my opinion only the purist color palette would work on a wall (unless your wall is granite too which would make for a blended look). Then again I don't wear animal print or plaid so maybe my tastes lean towards monochromatic schemes. In any case, I would leave the granite and stone to counter tops and quarries and keep it off the cabinets and walls.

Gallery: Granite and Stone Accessories

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Whimsical Glass Faucets from James McKelvey

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Decor

Not only is this faucet beautiful but it also appeals to the whimsical child inside of me that still secretly gets a kick out of using silly straws. Bright vibrant color combines with the natural beauty of glass for a unique visual impact. Standing tall above the vanity the James McKelvey collection of glass faucets feature a ribbed hand-blown design in lead-free crystal that is easy to clean and bacteria resistant. And they're not only beautiful to look at, but to use also as the water will stream down from such a high vantage point. Available in a variety of heights, colors, and single or double-twist designs, you can easily fit it into almost any color and decorating scheme.

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Miscea Sensor Activated Faucet

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Decor, Gadgets

Now here's a high-tech faucet: the Miscea Sensor Activated Faucet. The faucet recognizes through motion alone what you want not only in the way of water on/water off, water warmer/water colder but also soap and disinfectant lotion options. It's made of stainless steel with a laser-engraved glass interface that uses LED lighting to activate corresponding features as you bring your hand close. And it's high-tech in an eco-friendly way by both encouraging a cleaner environment (no touching germy or wet hands to the faucet) and by using 70% less water on average for washing hands.

I love fun techie gadgets as much as anybody, and it definitely looks futuristic (although I generally like things simpler), but I'm skeptical that it can't always be reliable to use -- shaky hands? Don't scald yourself!

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Thalassor Baleina Whirlpool Tub

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Decor, Spas

Talk about a great way to relax -- just looking at this Thalassor Beleina Whirlpool Tub makes me feel a little less stressed. It must be the sweeping sculptural tub design, coupled with the raised faucet that makes the whole thing feel a little like you're sitting in a fountain. But most fountains don't have massage jets, hydrojets, and a chromotherapy system that offers 512 colors (that's ridiculous!) for an experience that is absolutely and completely tailored to exactly what you need. Can't get better than that!

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