Article: Salvage part three: baths

My idea of an architectural salvage bathroom definitely doesn't involve a full complement of antique sanitaryware. Buying several period pieces is an expensive undertaking and, in the end, they really only look at home in a castle or manor. Instead, I like to find one stunning piece (a bath or washstand), then offset it against a more contemporary backdrop.

Hunting through salvage yards will turn up baths in all shapes, sizes and conditions. The cheaper ones will require a lot of restoration, which is best left to the experts rather than attempting DIY. If you're prepared to part with a sizeable chunk of change, there are plenty on offer that have been beautifully restored. Drummonds has an ...

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