A tile over tray or a tile tray is a shower base that once it is waterproofed offers the look of a tiled floor (since you can tile over it). So, what options are available for a tile over shower tray in NZ? ProFinish™ Tile Tray System The ProFinish™ Tile Tray system offers a 20 Year Warranty […]
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Newline Showers When renovating your bathroom, a lot of attention goes to the shower enclosure and fittings and the shower waste seems to take a backseat. However, shower wastes or shower traps are one of the crucial parts in the drainage system of shower – and therefore, they must be selected carefully. So, let’s dig
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Just because you have a small bathroom it doesn’t mean that it you can’t make it look stunning! There are several ways to increase the appeal and functionality of your small bathroom (and we’ve also included tips on how to make your bathroom look bigger at the bottom of this post)! Setting the Mood First
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If you’ve decided to go ahead with an acrylic shower enclosure, then it comes a time when you need to choose between a flat, a side mould, or a corner wall liner. While they come in different shapes and sizes, they are all predominantly made of 100% sanitary grade acrylic, which has in its composition additives
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Shower Seals: A Quick Guide for Replacement and Maintenance Understanding Shower Seals There are several types of shower seals available, including translucent PVC and magnetic strips. These seals are designed to prevent water from leaking between the glass. Over time, however, they lose their ability to block water and absorb the impact of opening and
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This is a question we get asked often! So ‘Newline’ teamed up with ‘Bathroom Ideas NZ’ , the best independent bathroom guide in New Zealand to bring you some tips and advice that may assist you with this decision. Whether a Tiled Shower or an Acrylic Shower is ‘better’ for you, depends on your priorities for your bathroom, the bathroom
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When you start shopping for your shower glass you will come across a different range of thicknesses that can vary from 4mm to 12mm. However, the most common options in New Zealand are 6mm, 8mm, and 10mm. 6mm Glass Thickness The typical or standard shower glass thickness is 6mm and it offers a good balance
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Since the leaky home crisis in New Zealand, it is no surprise that cladding leaded as the main failure for leaking buildings across Aotearoa. What many people do not know is that leaks in tile showers follow closely in second place. The estimated cost to all shower failures in New Zealand is around 20 million
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Did you notice that when you are showering the water is lingering on the shower floor for way longer than expected? With time, it is normal that the build up of hair, skin, dirt, water minerals and soap scum will clog your shower drain, therefore preventing the water to flow freely. If not fixed, clogged
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Bathroom condensation occurs when warm, humid air comes into contact with cold surfaces, like windows, mirrors, and glasses, therefore forming droplets. While you simply cannot 100% stop bathroom condensation from forming, you can reduce it drastically and cut down on the risk of mould. If your bathroom is not well ventilated or does not have
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