Category: Thomas Crapper News

It’s safe to say pink was one of the colours of 2023 and it looks like bright hues in the home are here to stay! By adding a classic basin – such as the Marlborough cloakroom basin from Thomas Crapper (pictured) – you can be sure your bathroom will stand the test of time where colour trends are forever changing.   The two-hole cloakroom basin, which measures just 515 x 265mm, will bring a sense of understated luxury and opulence to your home while allowing you to add colour around it.   The Marlborough basin is available in a choice of white or antique white and retails at £465 including VAT.  

Where can brass be used in the bathroom and what do you need to know? Brass is one of the oldest materials used in bathrooms and can be used almost anywhere – with care and attention. If the finish is natural brass – an unlacquered finish – it will need polishing and buffing regularly if you want to keep its lustrous shine. Natural brass can be left to patina down over time. Without polishing or surface care the shiny surface will develop its own character depending upon the environment. When buying brass products, or products described as brass, always check whether they are actual brass, or brass-plated and whether they have been lacquered or unlacquered (sometimes called live or living…

Pictured (left) is Nic Atherton, Business Development Manager for Craven Dunnill Jackfield with Thomas Crapper’s Managing Director, Paul Dwyer.   Paul Dwyer, Managing Director of Thomas Crapper “To make a partnership work well, two companies must share similar brand values and also share a similar history and mission. That’s why the partnership between us as an iconic bathroom manufacturer, Thomas Crapper (founded in 1861) and historic ceramic tile specialist, Craven Dunnill Jackfield (founded in 1872) has been developed. We are both longstanding, historic, well-respected brands which produce high-quality, beautiful products for customers.”   Thomas Crapper and Craven Dunnill Jackfield have come together to produce a collection* of complementary bespoke border dados, skirting and wall tiles. Customers have the choice of…

Red is the colour of warmth and passion; and it’s a firm favourite if you want to add a pop of colour to your décor.   Thomas Crapper has the perfect idea for the bathroom. The iconic low-level 814 cistern with a beer pull lever is available in Crapper Red (pictured) and features the original message ‘VALVELESS WASTE PREVENTER’ and historic catalogue number ‘814’ from times gone by. The cistern can also have your own message detailed if you prefer – this is sure to create a stunning focal point for any bathroom.   The 814 cisterns are available in five standard colours – Indigo Blue, Forest Green, Crapper Red, Matt Black and White – and are made from marine…

Bringing the ultimate luxurious feeling to your bathroom, this Thomas Crapper washbasin stand with a quartz countertop allows you to feel like you have stepped straight into a hotel bathroom. Available in chrome, nickel, polished or brushed brass, the stand is perfectly suited to use with Thomas Crapper undermount or countertop basins. The washstands are available in two sizes – a single at 635mm and a double version at 1500mm width.  The quartz surface is available in either Black or White.  The retail price for the Thomas Crapper washbasin stand (excluding the quartz, basins and fittings) starts from £925.00 inc. VAT for the single version. Pictured is the double washbasin stand in chrome with a black quartz surface and two oval undermount…

Our range of cisterns have been featured in the Livingetc website in an article about Metal finish trends for 2024. Read more here: https://www.livingetc.com/news/metallic-finish-trends  

Pictured is the Scandi roomset ‘create the look’ montage Thomas Crapper has included a “Scandi – create the look” page to its new brochure to reflect the trend for calming, modern interiors in the home. Taking inspiration from Scandinavian minimalistic interior design, the Scandi style, uses a blend of textures and soft hues to create sleek, modern schemes that feel both warm and inviting. There is usually a light or white backdrop with accessories from a neutral palette with pops of complementary colours. Pictured (above) is the new single vanity unit in oak available with mirrored antique effect or shaker style doors, a striking black quartz countertop and the Harwood basin in white with a tall Marmor basin mixer tap….

The Thomas Crapper team has successfully cycled 250 miles to raise money for Bowel Cancer UK and to spread the word about the importance of early diagnosis. The team took time out of their busy schedules to take part in a static bike ride at the Huddersfield HQ. So far, £1,410 has been raised for the charity and the JustGiving page is still open so there is time to donate. Managing Director (and cyclist!), Paul Dwyer, comments: “We were eager to start raising money for Bowel Cancer UK and, as the Thomas Crapper team is small and mighty, we decided on a static bike ride as our first fundraising event. The date was set, bikes were sourced, social team was briefed, PR and marketing…

The Marmor brassware range from Thomas Crapper Thomas Crapper has launched the Marmor brassware range which combines modern functionality and classic style.  Marmor taps can be surface-or wall-mounted, and single or mixer, for basins, baths and shower valves. Whether it’s a shower valve or a basin tap, all feature a marble handle, in black or white, with the option of a brushed brass, polished brass, chrome or nickel body. Pictured  is the Marmor basin mixer tap in brushed brass with a white marble handle. Pictured right are the Thomas Crapper shower stop valves in white marble. Thomas Crapper | Marmor brassware  

In October 2023 we have featured in Country Homes & Interiors magazine in their article about transforming your Cloakroom into somewhere amazing! Check out our Cloakroom Inspiration for more ideas!