It is always interesting to see how magazine stylists pull together a look using items borrowed from the Aston Matthews showroom.

In a period style bathroom it is the finishing touches that make all the difference, such as authentic looking taps. For the Art Deco bathroom choose taps with crisp, hexagonal lines such as Aston Matthews' Deco collection which is based on original 1930s patterns.

A splash of vibrant colour is an easy way to bring a tired bathroom bang up to date. New towels and toiletries in one of this season's tropical shades are an easy and quick fix. Alternatively replace a plain white table-top basin with something more exciting.

If you are thinking of updating your bathroom why not consider a stone basin, they look set to be popular this year as we all opt for the comforting aesthetic of natural materials in the home.

As our lives become more hectic the bathroom is increasingly seen as a retreat - somewhere to relax and de-stress at the end of a long day.

If you have ever stayed at Hotel du Vin you will know that one of the hotel's major attractions is its gorgeous bathrooms. Aston Matthews has supplied the baths, showers, basins, taps and WCs to the majority of hotels in this boutique chain.

Don't let the long winter evenings bring you down. Why not indulge in some quality 'me' time and treat yourself to a long, lingering soak in the bath.

This month we have added Luxor to our already extensive collection of new cast iron baths. Luxor is a classic roll top design with a white enamel interior, the exterior is unfinished allowing you to paint the bath to match your decor.

Customers to our Islington shop who show an interest in our range of new cast iron
baths sometimes express concerns about their size and weight.