Latest Baths News

Walk in Tubs alleviates bathroom fears of seniors and offers safety, convenience and improved health

In a rendez-vous with Mel Newman, Senior Sales Manager of Comfort Walk in Tubs, he talks about their mission and vision. “Fear of fall injuries drives seniors to abstain from a luxurious bath that is beneficial to their hygiene, relaxation and for some medical conditions. Comfort Walk In Tubs seeks to lessen these fears and replace it with a worry-free bathing environment by the installation of Walk in Tubs.” Newman maintains that only a company ... [more]

Geberit launches wall-hung installations training

With wall-hung sanitaryware becoming an increasingly popular option in domestic bathrooms it’s crucial that installers are up to speed with just how simple it is to fit and maintain when using Geberit systems. That’s why Geberit is offering free training to installers in order to demonstrate how straightforward wall-hung systems are to fit. This knowledge can then passed on to the end consumer, giving them the confidence to take full advantag... [more]

Plumb Center launches new Concept Curve range

Exclusive to Plumb Center, the new Curve ceramic range extends the runaway success of Ideal Standard’s Concept range of sanitaryware, bathware, furniture and accessories. Designed by Ideal Standard’s non-executive Design Director Robin Levien, the new Concept Curve range is a perfect addition to the already successful Concept collection. With minimal, timeless, and elegant design, the new extensions bring a ‘fourth dimension’ to the clean... [more]

Crosswater has just joined the BMA

The Bathroom Manufacturers Association welcomed a new joiner : Crosswater Holdings Ltd, with its rapidly expanding Crosswater, Simpsons, and Bauhaus bathroom brands. “I am thrilled to announce that Crosswater Holdings application has been fully approved by the full membership of the BMA and we are delighted to welcome the company to the Association” says Yvonne Orgill, chief executive. “The BMA is continually expanding and we are delighted tha... [more]

Comfort Walk in Tubs introduces three new improved Walk in Bathtubs

Comfort Walk in Tubs now supplies three additional high end acrylic walk in tubs for seniors. The walk in bathtub company boasts of the addition of the Two-Seater, the Elite and the Royal into its premium acrylic walk in tubs product array. The Mission of Comfort Walk in Tubs is to provide answer to seniors' unique bathing needs. Each person’s needs and wants are unique. Comfort Walk in Tubs seeks to provide bathtubs for each unique situation... [more]

Other Baths news and reviews

Bramley baths pass into community ownership
Outstanding Edwardian building in Leeds looks to a bright new future after a model community campaign. John Baron takes the plunge One of the oldest swimming pools in Yorkshire has moved from local authority control and into community ownership in a bid to preserve its future. The future of Edwardian Grade II listed Bramley Baths had been threatened as cash-strapped Leeds city council reduced ...

‘Don’t give up on Levenshulme baths’ plea
Campaigners are calling for people to submit their ideas on the future of a historic swimming baths. Residents in Levenshulme rallied around their baths two years ago when it was threatened with closure – leading to a council re-think on the plans.

Campaign group set for control of Leeds swimming baths
Volunteers campaigning to take over the running of historic Bramley Baths from Leeds City Council have victory in sight.

Legal row over rights to 'Teps'
When Auckland's landmark Tepid Baths reopen after a refit next month, the Auckland Council may not be able to refer to them as the Teps.The council is locked in a legal stoush with a former operator of the indoor pools, John Fay,...

Wolverhampton Central Baths to reopen in the summer
The pool at Wolverhampton Central Baths is expected to reopen in early July after a £40,000 repair programme.

Visitors can drink free spa water
Visitors to the Roman Baths are now able to drink Bath's famous spa water for free

Talking Point: Should public services be volunteer-run?
The Friends of Bramley Baths are among several volunteer groups who have been given the green-light to run what were previously local authority services, to save them from closure. Grant Woodward, Rod McPhee and Neil Hudson ask whether it’s right that voluntary groups should step in when councils cut spending.

West Leeds: Victory for people in Bramley Baths fight
A community’s year-long battle to save a historic Leeds pool from closure has been successful after council bosses agreed to let locals take over the running of the facility.

Baths and beyond!
THE outgoing mayor of Luton cut the ribbon at the new Gibbs & Dandy bathroom showroom as one of his last official duties on Saturday.

Heritage baths ready to open early with a splash
Auckland's landmark Tepid Baths will reopen early after a projected three-year repair was finished in just over two years.The 98-year-old indoor pools and gym could reopen as early as mid-July, although Auckland Council has not...