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Wooden Washrooms

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Unique Wood Designs' Waterproof Sinks & Tubs Made from Trees

— October 30, 2009 — Art & Design
Love the look of wood but fear that putting it in a bathroom will create leaky, moldy wooden washrooms? UWD (Unique Wood Designs) is here to solve the problem by building high quality, hand crafted bathtubs and washbasins for beautiful wooden washrooms.

UWD’s unique wood coating technique allow for complete waterproofing for their wooden washrooms and also protects from scratching and UV radiance. The process is even germaphobe-friendly, as it has antiseptic properties.

Implications - Consumers in contemporary society are looking for products that feature a more classic appearance. Items that contain a more subdued element appeal to shoppers who want to maintain a timeless style with their purchases. Companies could develop a greater number of paired down styles in order to attract more attention.
Trend Themes
1. Wooden Washrooms - UWD is paving the way for high-quality wooden washrooms thanks to its unique waterproofing coating technique.
2. Classic Contemporary - Companies could develop more subdued styles to attract consumers wanting a timeless style with a more classic appeal.
3. Germaphobe-friendly - The antiseptic properties in UWD's unique coating technique appeals to consumers who are germaphobic.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - UWD's wooden washrooms could disrupt the interior design industry by providing a new and unique design element.
2. Bathroom Fixtures - UWD's unique waterproofing coating can disrupt the bathroom fixtures industry by introducing a new material.
3. Home Improvement - UWD's high-quality wooden washrooms could disrupt the home improvement industry by offering an innovative product for homeowners seeking a unique and timeless style.
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