Wall Mounted Soap Dispenser

While several decades ago the standard when it came to public toilet soaps were the bars of soap. Nowadays, from highway gas stations to luxurious hotels and restaurants are using wall mounted soap dispensers in their bathrooms. The truth is that bars may be normal in your home, but they had a large disadvantage in public bathrooms: every person washing their hands had to touch the bar of soap and if a person would not clean his hands thoroughly, dirt and other residue would remain on it. Soap bars are also easier to steal. You may laugh, but many restaurants and hotels had to spend a lot of money on replacing their collection, as these would disappear quickly from the bathrooms.

The sanitation federal department had one main concern when they recommended public establishments to use wall mounted soap dispensers instead of soap bars. There was a large danger of germs spreading by many people using and touching the bars of soap one after another. Restaurants, for example, are places that must be kept clean the entire time and the staff working in their should be constantly clean and germ free. There have been reported cases when restaurant personnel become infected by taking different germs from soap bars. Recent medical recommendations say that restaurant personnel should have their own, private, bathroom and they are not allowed to touch the same bar that has been used for another person before them. You may say that soap is used to kill germs and bacteria and to remove dirt and residue, but the truth is that none can guarantee you a 100% germ killing action and some bacteria species can remain alive on bars of soap and areas around the bathroom sink.

These are unknown problems to wall mounted soap dispensers. By touching only the small plastic thing used to release the soap, the risk for germ contamination is greatly reduced (of course, there are some that use brass material in their construction, but those are a bit more expensive). Many people can use the same wall mounted soap dispenser one after another and none of them will touch the dispenser itself or another area around the sink. There are manually operated dispensers and there are automated devices that make use of infrared technology to sense when you are approaching your hands to it delivering a small quantity of soap on your hands. Many people think that their bathrooms will not look classy anymore if they install one. However, there are many types available: there are chrome finish devices, there are devices that imitate perfectly a wooden texture or transparent dispensers.

If your bathroom furniture has a certain color, there are wall mounted soap dispensers covered in many times of colored plastic. They are easy to install, requiring only minimum effort from you. You can use double adhesive tape or you can stick them to the wall using small screws. Refilling the dispenser is very easy too. All you have to do is lift its cover and pour the desired amount of liquid soap. Using this kind of refilling liquid is also a lot cheaper and convenient compared to using traditional bars in your bathroom. There are many shops offering you a large array of wall mounted soap dispensers. If you buy large quantities, you may even get a significant discount.

Shower Shock Caffeinated Soap

Tired of waking up and having to wait for your morning java to brew? Are you one of those groggy early morning types that just needs that extra kick? Know any programmers who dont regularly bathe and need some special motivation? Introducing Shower Shock, the original and world's first caffeinated soap from ThinkGeek.

Shower Shock is an all vegetable based glycerine soap which does *not* contain any harsh ingredients like ethanol, diethanolamine, polyethylene glycol or cocyl isethionate. So it's a gently invigorating soap. Scented with peppermint oil and infused with caffeine anhydrous, each bar of Shower shock contains approximately 12 servings/showers per 4 ounce bar with 200 milligrams of caffeine per serving. No, we're not kidding and no you don't eat it. The caffeine is absorbed through the skin...

Shower Shock, which is currently available online, is scented with peppermint oil so you don't end up smelling like coffee. It's also infused with caffeine anhydrous and each bar of this soap contains approximately 12 servings/showers per 4 ounce bar with 200 milligrams of caffeine per serving. However, the manufacturers have warned that the soap is not recommended for pregnant women or children because of the caffeine content.

The caffeine in the 125-gram Shower Shock will last in your system for approximately four hours, the same as two cups of coffee. One bar of soap costs (US$6.99) which 10 bars cost (US $37.99)

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Washup: Washing Machine & Toilet Integrated

I smiled when I first saw the above picture. I've always thought there should be a better way to benefit from used water coming out from washer machines.

"Washup" is a conceptual design by Sevin Coskun from Turkey integrating washing machine with toilet flush. It suggests a sustainable water consumption by storing the wasted water in toilette-flush tank and reuse it with flushing. Moreover, "Washup" brings a solution for the problem of location of washing machines in small bathrooms, overlapping washing machine usage space with toilette usage space.

"Washup" is fixed on wall upwards toilet, so that loading of clothes would be easier for the user without bending or crouching. A special interface including three semi-sphere control units & two flushing buttons is designed for a practical usage of the product. "Washup" is a green product offering solutions for the problems of standard washing machines.

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Sneak Peek at the McGuire 2010 Kitchen Collection

Furniture Fashion received these pictures from McGuire showing their 2010 Kitchen Collection from Kohler Interiors.

Dark Stained Bathroom Designs by Eban

Here are some bathroom designs from Eban featuring dark stained bathroom furnishings. This furniture unit comes from their Maddalena line combining the elements of a sink, mirror and storage into one modular unit. See the line: here.

Traditional Furniture

The Bentely High Back Sofa Group for Modern or Traditional Interiors
High style and a high back describe the "Bentley" sofa, the ultimate in comfort and modern elegance. The Bentley high back range easily caters to both modern and traditional interiors for those who appreciate the finer things in life. Distinctive and British in style the range is available in chair, love seat, and sofa with the option of polished aluminum (shown) or black painted feet. h 1080 d 820 w 2100, h 450 (mm) £1,883.53 to £3,956.23 inc. VAT From e-berkeleyshop.com


Avery Bombe Chest From Crate&Barrel
The striking Avery Bombe Chest is quite an anti-thesis to the modern furniture trajectory. Centering on traditional design principles, the chest ignores contemporary design trends which is evident in its sensuous curves and the slightly distressed charcoal finish. The Avery Bombe Chest has been equipped with three drawers and has been lined with hand-silkscreened paper in a black-on-cream vine pattern and finished with brushed nickel pulls. You can order the chest from Crate&Barrel for $799.00.





The Bentely High Back Sofa Group for Modern or Traditional Interiors

High style and a high back describe the "Bentley" sofa, the ultimate in comfort and modern elegance. The Bentley high back range easily caters to both modern and traditional interiors for those who appreciate the finer things in life. Distinctive and British in style the range is available in chair, love seat, and sofa with the option of polished aluminum (shown) or black painted feet. h 1080 d 820 w 2100, h 450 (mm) £1,883.53 to £3,956.23 inc. VAT From e-berkeleyshop.com

Rosewood Mayakoba : Interior Design and Mexican Architecture in Harmony

Once in a while Furniture Fashion pays homage to outstanding architecture and interior design, and often we find the perfect combination of these elements is some of the most exotic luxury resorts around the world. The Rosewood Mayakoba is situated along a mile long strip of white Caribbean sand on the Riviera Maya and is the center of a 1,600 acre luxury resort enclave located south of Cancun and north of the seaside village of Playa del Carmen. The stunning interior and exterior pictures are what made this luxury resort 18th on Travel and Leisure's list of "World Best Awards" last year. After seeing the Rosewood Mayakoba I know I need a vacation! See more stunning pictures here.

Wall Panel Design Examples that Beautify a Home

Many of us would not consider a wall panel in the design of our home. Generally, we think of paint being the most popular and easiest option. A wall panel system can really energize a room and give it a unique dynamic. The great thing about decorating walls is that it does not take away from the furniture in the room. Walls only add to the overall appeal and thus, you can be a bit more bold. I found these examples to be great idea generators about the possibility in your home. There is a gallery of images available at the ModularArts website that creates a lot of ideas. Website: here.

Children's Bedrooms theme

Children's Bedrooms theme  of the most important things that has to be decided in the initial stages of playroom decoration planning is the type of flooring that should be used. Never use flooring that is too slippery for the playroom as children tend to run around and a slippery floor can lead to accidents. The best type of flooring that you can use for the playroom is vinyl or ceramic tiles. To make the room more interesting, it would be best to use tiles of different colors and patters.





 This variety can help you in dividing the playroom for various activities. For instance, you can have different colors of tiles for play area, reading area, painting and sleeping area. This can give a unique look to the playroom. Know more on kids room painting ideas.

Ideas for Decorating a Boys Room

Ideas for Decorating a Boys Room decorating a boys room, the usual starting point is choosing a boys bedding set. From there, you can begin to choose what color you would like to paint the walls and how you would like to accent the room, making it both a creative space for learning and also a calm space for sleep.


Wall Color Choose one or two colors for the walls that will compliment the boys bedding set that you have chosen. One color should be more neutral for the majority of the space. The second should be a deeper accent color. An example would be if you have a surf theme toddler boy bedding set, you could use a pale blue for the main areas and a deep navy for the accent wall.

Twin Bed Dimensions

 Twin Bed Dimensions bed is primarily used by kids and are usually the first bed most of the kids get after switching from the crib or toddler bed. This bed is extremely useful for small bedrooms where space is at a premium as it is narrow and can easily fit in a small room. The bed comes in variety of styles and materials like larger full, queen and king sized beds and wood being the most common finish for twin bed.


Twin bed is highly beneficial in those houses where children or even couples may have sleeping problems or different requirements regarding the firmness of the mattress. In such cases, twin bed is very useful as each member can purchase the mattress he/she needs to sleep on and can push the twin beds together to sleep side by side.

Child Bedroom Furniture Set Up

Child Bedroom Furniture Set Up us start with the most vital part – the bed. Walk into any furniture store to see the huge variety on display. From wooden to wrought iron, plywood to Italian wood, box-type to platform beds, there are beds to suit each budget, need and taste. A great compliment to your bed is a nightstand or two, if you have space. Preferably carry out some preliminary research on the internet or some home décor magazines to see the latest designs before you hit the stores.
The next important ingredient of bedroom furniture is a closet with adequate space to store all your stuff. Most houses have inbuilt closets, but in case you do not have one, pick one up immediately. 

Game Therapy for Children

Game Therapy for Children Playing means to kids what speaking means to grown-ups. It is a good environment for them to express their feelings, to explore human relationships, to confess their wishes, describe their very own experiences, and to achieve a feeling of fulfillment.





The problems children may come across do not exist outside themselves. Thus, game therapy actually accounts for the dynamic inner structure of the child.In the process of growing up, many problems are actually caused by the adults' incapacity to understand or to really respond to what the child feels or tries to communicate to them.

Adirondack Chairs for Children

Adirondack Chairs for Children Adirondack chair is a beautiful piece of handcrafted furniture that is commonly used for outdoor furniture. The majority of Adirondack chairs sold today are for adults; however, there are a selection of Adirondack chairs that are specially designed for children.






There are a large number of reasons why an individual may purchase an Adirondack chair for children. Adirondack chairs are designed for children and they are perfect to fit their needs. 

Circus Theme Kid Furniture

Circus Theme Kid Furniture can give your child a chance to be part of his own personal  without the elephant. By using Circus Theme Kid Furniture, you can transform his bedroom into a wonderland that even Barnum and Bailey would be proud of.

No time or energy to decorate? No problem. Circus Theme Kid Furniture have all the elements—you just need to unpack the furniture and you’re good to go. The designs are colorful and sure to delight the young and young hearted. 

Farm Theme Kid Furniture

Farm Theme Kid Furniture those who have grown up in the city, who have not come within miles of a barn, have a great fascination with farms. For them, nothing is cooler than the idea of rolling green fields and hundreds of trees to climb—imagine, it’s a five hectare yard! The only thing better is having dozens of pets, from cats and dogs to horses, sheep, ducks, and a real cow.



They’re fully coordinated, so you don’t have to think about what matches which piece, and they contain delightful embellishments that immediately contribute to your chosen look.



Unfortunately, very few kids will be able to live in a farm, but using farm theme kid furniture can give them the closest approximation—and it’s so easy to do, even if you have no time, or no artistic inclination. That’s the beauty of today’s selections. 

Animal Themed Kid Furniture

Animal Themed Kid Furniture Children have amazing imagination and energy. They are constantly daydreaming, thinking of adventures, acting out the favorite characters in their book, or creating imaginary worlds. They want to conquer the jungles of Africa, or explore every nook and cranny of the farm.




Why not encourage their imagination and creativity by buying animal theme kid furniture? These beautifully decorated pieces instantly transform a boring bedroom into a jungle safari or a sprawling farm. Everywhere he looks, he sees cute and friendly animal friends: a bear, a lion, a black and white jersey cow.

Kids' Bedroom Furniture Plans

Kids' Bedroom Furniture Plans  bunk bed is the most important and essential part of kids' bedroom furniture. Bunk beds are available in different sizes and designs in the market. Bunk beds can be pushed inside to create space for kids to play. Loft beds are also a good option as furniture in kids' bedrooms. A single closet / wardrobe with a mirror and a desk or a writing table should be all your kids will need in their bedroom.
A thorough research in the market or the Internet, will open you to an array of designs and styles of bedroom furniture. Utility and affordability should go together with style. While making bedroom furniture plans, consider having ones that do not go out of fashion soon.

Children Bedroom Furniture Plans

Bedroom design ideas change according to the age of the person who will be utilizing the bedroom. Your budget and preference of design and style are the fundamental concepts to be considered before making plans for bedroom furniture. Bedroom furniture can have a traditional as well as a contemporary style. The following are bedroom furniture plans for master bedrooms, teenagers' bedrooms and kids' bedroom.
Extensive use of metal coupled with a little wood is the distinct feature of contemporary furniture. There is extensive use of powder coated metals, fiberglass, chrome, glass or plastic, in contemporary furniture. Another advantage of having metallic furniture is that you get a variety of options.

Expandable Dining Table by Draenert - Poggenpohl adjustable table design

A fantastically innovative concept is presented with the Poggenpohl adjustable table design, an expandable dining table from Draenert. Unlike other expandable dining tables, which tend to offer standard flaps on either side, the Poggenpohl pulls apart from the middle! This feature greatly increases the surface area of the table whilst also providing a view of interesting design elements, and can be achieved manually or by an optional whisper-quiet motor. The multiple-purpose area revealed in the middle of the table can incorporate stainless steel plates, a cutlery box or a cutting board, according to your needs. Another seriously smart feature: the coordinating steel and wood trolley also exactly fits into the gaps between the two sides. So, this means a trolley can be wheeled out from the kitchen bearing a load of food, a vase of flowers, or perhaps a champagne cooler and then neatly slotted into the Poggenpohl table with no further ado. Made of natural stone or MDF veneer, this useful adjustable table design is by Draenert.