Description
This rectangular ceramic soap dish brings a little French charm to the side of the basin, with the words Salle de Bain lettered across its centre in soft pale blue. Salle de bain is simply French for bathroom, so the dish announces exactly where it belongs. Two small four-petal motifs sit beside the lettering, and a fine pale blue line traces the rim, framing the white glaze neatly. It measures 13.3cm long and 9.2cm wide and stands 2.1cm high, a compact size made for a bar of soap that will not crowd a narrow ledge.
We see it first beside the bathroom basin, holding the bar you reach for every morning, but it works just as well on a bath ledge, a windowsill or the edge of a cloakroom sink. The raised rim keeps a wet bar from sliding about, so the surface around it stays tidier. Away from the bathroom, it makes a handy little tray on a dressing table for rings, hair clips or a few cotton pads. The vintage-style lettering looks right with white tiles, painted panelling and other classic bathroom pieces, and it makes an easy little present for anyone who loves a French touch at home.
The dish is made from ceramic with a smooth glazed finish and weighs 183g, so it feels reassuring in the hand and sits steadily on a basin. The base is solid, with no drainage holes, so tip away any water now and then to keep the soap firm. For everyday care, rinse it under the tap, wipe it with a soft damp cloth and dry it to keep the glaze bright; like any ceramic, it can chip if knocked against a hard basin. Set it out with crisp white towels and a sprig of eucalyptus, or wrap it with a favourite bar of soap for a simple, useful gift.
Specification
| Brand |
Rex London |
| Material |
Ceramic |
| Length |
13.3cm |
| Width |
9.2cm |
| Height |
2.1cm |
| Weight |
0.183KG |
Frequently Asked
How big is the soap dish?
It measures 13.3cm long and 9.2cm wide and stands 2.1cm high, a compact size for a bar of soap on a basin or bath ledge.
What is the soap dish made of?
It is made from ceramic with a smooth glazed finish in white. The lettering and the fine line around the rim are pale blue.
What does Salle de Bain mean?
Salle de bain is French for bathroom, which is why the lettering suits a dish that lives beside the basin or the bath.
Does the soap dish have drainage holes?
No, the base is solid with no drainage holes, so tip away any water that gathers now and then to keep your soap firm.
How do I clean it?
Rinse it under the tap and wipe it with a soft damp cloth, then dry it to keep the glaze looking bright and clean.
Can I use it for anything other than soap?
Yes, it makes a handy little tray on a dressing table or bedside table for rings, earrings, hair clips or a few cotton pads.