Bathroom Suites

Whilst suites make kitting out your bathroom a lot easier than it may otherwise be, choosing the right one can still be a bit of a challenge if you don’t know what you are looking for. 

Whether you’re a first-time buyer or just haven’t looked into renovating for a while, this guide will provide the helping hand that you need. Follow the tips and advice below, make sure you have the answers to the right questions, and you’ll be well on your way to a complete bathroom suite that not only meets all your needs but also looks fantastic. 

Two of the most common categories you’ll find bathroom suites put into are ‘Modern’ and ‘Traditional.’ Now, these terms are fairly self-explanatory, but it is important to know the specifics all the same. 

Traditional Bathrooms are typically designed with Edwardian or Victorian influences. They personify a classic style and can include roll tops baths, high cistern toilets and classy accessories and taps occasionally finished in bronze or gold. This style isn’t what you would call subtle, but neither is it old-fashioned. In fact, there are many options that combine and integrate modern technology like rainforest showers together with classic styling. 

Modern Bathrooms, on the other hand, focus more heavily on current trends, aiming for simple strong shapes and sharp clean lines. What this does mean though is that you will have a much larger range of designs to choose from. Modern bathrooms tend to also have a wider range of options when it comes to size, making them ideal for first-time buyers. 

As you would expect the space available to you vastly affects which suite is best. For larger bathrooms, you will have a much wider range to choose from you, but you should still consider how well the suite will fit in. A small compact suite would look very odd in a large family bathroom, and equally a large suite would take up far too much space in a cloakroom. If you were to list your priorities in order, size would always come before style. 

The location of your suite will very likely inform you of what to be on the lookout for. Suites suited for cloakrooms will almost never to appropriate to use for a family bathroom not only due to their size but also their durability and design. It is extremely important that you consider how these suites will be used and how many people will be using them on a day-to-day basis. They should be functional yes, but also provide you a space where you (and your family) can relax and unwind. 

Family Suites 

For family bathrooms safety is always one of the top concerns, especially if you have young children running around. When looking at suites you should pay special attention to any edges as you’ll want them to be smooth and rounded.  

Soft closed toilet seats are also a great idea to prevent curious kids from getting their fingers trapped. Finally, you should take storage into account. If you plan on keeping chemicals in your bathroom you will want high-level storage solutions, so the kids won’t have easy access to them. 

Other than safety you may want to consider choosing a simple design over a complex one as they are much easier to clean. Of course, this will depend on how many people use the bathroom and how much time you have free to clean it. The easiest suites to keep dirt free tend to be those with limited nooks and no external pipes. 

En-Suites 

When looking at en-suites, space is normally the main consideration as most will lean towards smaller sizes. As such, shopping for en-suites is all about saving as much of this space as possible. 

In practical terms, this means two things: number one, look for wall-hung designs meaning suites where sinks and toilets are fitted directly to the walls. This will save a significant amount of floor space, making the room seem bigger without comprising its functionality. Number two, be smart with storage. Bathroom furniture will tend to take up a lot of your space, so it is always a good idea to combine accessories when possible. For example, a wall-mounted mirrored cabinet. 

Cloakrooms 

Cloakrooms suffer from many of the same problems as en-suites. They are bathrooms where space is at a premium, so the question is how to make the most of it? The answer is, as with so many things, to keep it simple. Most cloakroom suites will have been designed intentionally compact to save as much space as possible without sacrificing their appearance, but you should be aware of a few extra things to keep an eye out for. 

• Less is More- Cloakrooms are, for the most part, guest bathrooms. As such, there is rarely too much need to go overboard both in regard to appliances and style choices. Traditional and modern styles are both feasible here, but you should remember the more you add to the room the more cramped it will appear to be.
• Wall Hung Appliances- Again, these do wonders when you need to save some space. They also, to relate back to the point above, work really well in minimalist designs. 
• Corner Basins- Literally designed with space saving in mind, corner basins take up very little floor space and, in some cases, can also be fitted to the wall. These can be smaller than traditional basins. Though, this may be more than a fair trade-off depending on how often your cloakroom gets used.