Great Bathroom Ideas

Believe it or not the average UK bathroom is only 2 x 2.5 metres, so if you are looking for a small bathroom suite you will not be the only one. In these times of maximising living space modern bathrooms are considerably smaller than bathrooms of old, so manufacturers have developed a large range of small bathrooms to suit demand.

Prior to jumping in the car or getting online to source the first suite you come to that fits your allowed dimensions just bear in mind current plumbing and water inlets.

Moving a soil pipe, for instance, could cost several hundred pounds by the time you’ve forked out for materials and professional plumbing. However you might also find that moving an awkwardly placed toilet will completely transform the renovation possibilities for your bathroom.

If, like many families, you have room for either a bath or a shower but not both you might run into problem. Some people can’t do without their daily shower, whereas others can’t imagine life without the occasional long, hot soak. Can you please all the people all of the time?

In this case you may want to consider a showerbath. These bath units have a curved section at one end that allows plenty of space for showering, these bath units normally have a curved shower screen to prevent water going everywhere. The showerbath makes it possible to please all members of the household.

Bathroom suites and in particular baths come in some many different dimensions that you will be spoilt for choice you are sure to find one that fits your requirements. Some of the smaller compact baths feature a tapered shaped that reduces the amount of floor space taken up and although these sound more expensive often they are not.

Alternatively, you could go for a complete space saving bathroom suite. These maximise space by clever use of built in cabinets and corner fitted sanitary ware. You might find that a corner sink or a corner fitting toilet completely alleviates the problems that come with having limited space.

If you are lucky enough to have space for both a bath and shower cubicle then the bathroom manufacturers have realized that they need to expand their range of space saving designs. The corner shower is a popular option taking less space and if you use this in conjunction with a shower curtain or sliding shower door then the overall space required for the shower unit will be minimal.