Traditional Baths

A number of appealing looks can be found under the wing of Traditional Style. All have stood the test of time; one or more is just right for your home. In general, traditional styles are more complex and symmetrical than contemporary styles. Pedestals on sinks are reeded with vertically striped depressions, bases appear to be separate and may have a different design, toilets are two-piece, and fittings and hardware (brass or pewter-look) are relatively ornate.

A claw-foot tub and arched Palladian windows are icons of traditionalism.At its best, traditional style — rustic or refined — evokes dignity, grace, and warmth. Happily, a few signs of wear just add to its heirloom patina. Traditional style doesn’t come naturally today’s bath, since it’s a relatively small space dominated by modern fixtures. But using timeless materials – ceramic tile, marble, fabric, porcelain, even wood — brings the spirit of tradition, home.

In general, traditional styles are more complex and symmetrical than contemporary styles.  Pedestals on sinks are reeded with vertically striped depressions, bases appear to be separate and may have a different design, toilets are two-piece, and fittings and hardware (brass or pewter-look) are relatively ornate.