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Autumn Bathroom Check-Up: 5 Easy Tips to Get Winter-Ready

Autumn Bathroom Check-Up: 5 Easy Tips to Get Winter-Ready


As the evenings get shorter and Ireland’s weather takes a chilly, damp turn, it’s the perfect time to make sure your bathroom is ready for winter. Irish bathrooms work extra hard during the colder months from keeping you warm after a brisk walk to drying towels and fighting off pesky mould. Luckily, a few simple steps in early autumn will prevent headaches later on and help your bathroom stay cosy, clean, and energy smart all winter.

Here are five friendly, practical tips for a comfortable, low-maintenance bathroom this season:

Give Your Radiator or Towel Rail Some Attention

When temperatures drop, you want your bathroom warm and welcoming. Autumn is the best time to bleed your radiator or test your heated towel rail; this means letting out any trapped air so they can heat as efficiently as possible. Feel your radiator or rail after turning it on if there are cold patches, it probably needs bleeding. If you have an older electric towel rail, take a moment to dust it and check the timer or thermostat is set for chilly mornings. If you’re always facing cold starts, it might be time to upgrade to a faster-heating model or try an energy-saving towel rail with smart controls. Warm towels are a little luxury, but they also help to keep bathroom damp at bay.

Freshen Up the Air With Ventilation

Steamy showers in winter can lead to damp and mould, so it’s essential your extractor fan is in good working order. Flick it on and see if you hear the fan kick in and feel air moving if not, clear off any visible dust or give the vent a gentle clean. Opening a window for ten minutes after your shower (even on cold days) can also work wonders to get rid of moisture. If your bathroom always feels damp or the mirror steams up for ages, consider a more powerful fan or chat to a local installer about options. Good airflow keeps everything feeling fresher and prevents black mould and mildew on your walls and ceiling.

Cosy Up with Simple Insulation Tricks

No one likes stepping onto cold floors or having icy feet first thing in the morning. Pop a thick, washable bath mat in front of your shower or bath for instant warmth. Check the edges of your windows or around your vanity for draughts if you feel a breeze, add a draught excluder or a bit of fresh sealant to keep heat in and save on bills. If you have pipes running along outside walls, wrapping them in foam pipe lagging (available at any DIY shop) only takes a few minutes and helps keep your heating working efficiently while protecting pipes from a freeze.

Protect Your Vanity and Storage from Winter Clutter

During winter, bathrooms can get busier and muddier, especially in family homes. Declutter your vanity and tidy up your storage baskets before the rush of school mornings and Christmas guests. Make space for extra hand towels, facecloths and comfy bath sheets towel storage is extra useful in colder months when drying laundry takes longer. If you have under-sink cabinets, give them a quick wipe down and check for any signs of leaks or dampness around pipes, which are easier to fix before they become big problems.

Fight Off Damp The Easy Way

With more showers and less ventilation in winter, fighting off bathroom damp is all about staying on top of small habits. Wipe down wet tiles and the shower screen after use, especially in corners. Keep shampoo bottles, sponges, and kids’ bath toys off the floor and in baskets or on shelves to help surfaces dry out quicker. If you spot any mould spots in sealant or tile corners, treat them with a bathroom-friendly mould remover and keep an eye out for new patches. Finally, leave cupboard doors open every now and then so the inside of your vanity units can air out.


Ready for Winter?


A quick autumn bathroom check-up doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive. Just a few easy checks make your space warmer, safer, and cosier through Ireland’s damp, wild winter. If you notice heating that’s not working properly, broken ventilation, or want to upgrade storage or radiators, talk to your local bathroom specialist for advice they’ll know exactly what works best in our changing weather.

Enjoy those hot showers and warm towels all season long you’ve earned it!

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