Bathroom design and bath size
Jo N
5 years ago
Any thoughts on the attached bathroom design? We're concerned that a 1700 x 730 bath might be a bit small (my husband is nearly 6' and quite broad shouldered). Going to try out baths later but thoughts welcomed.
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Jo N
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Comments (15)I'm afraid this looks about right to me - it sometimes depends on the area you're in... there should be some leeway on the cost of the bits and bobs but I doubt you'll get any discount on the labour. Don't forget there will be additional costs also for materials and tiles. Materials will be things like adhesives, tile backing board (if required), pipes and fittings, skip hire, etc. When you get a fitting quote ask for their estimate of this also - it will depend on what the builder finds once the old is ripped out but they should be able to give you a ball park figure. The highest materials bill I've seen was about £1500 (ex tiles) but that was a real mess to start with.. roughly £500/700 should cover it. Also, ask your bathroom supplier if they have a preferred tile merchant they can get a discount from, they might be willing to pass some of that discount on to you....See MoreMake one bathroom smaller? Advice on bathrooms remodel
Comments (18)I've been thinking about options to cover all basis and came up with this. To allow guests to use a bath/shower the ensuite would be shared. I added a wall in the master bedroom to divide it and add privacy so guests don't have to walk into the bedroom to get to the bath/shower. The upsides are that the ensuite is larger, includes a bath and shower and has more vanity room. Also, by diving the bedroom I can add sort of a walk-in wardrobe. The downsides are that there's only one bath/shower that has to be shared and guests have to walk through the walk-in wardrobe to get to it. Also, it reduces the size of the master bedroom but it's quite a long room anyway and it would cut out the light from the windows in the bedroom. Personally I don't see these as big problems but I guess some people won't like it. Do you think this is a good idea?...See MoreFit a separate shower and bath in small bathroom
Comments (12)Options then would be:- putting them on the shorter wall opposite the sink: 800 wide shower (or 700) but 1m length coming out into the room as the entry door is offset. That gives a good sized shower. Then you have 1m tub space to play with for a deep tub. Then I would put the WC and sink on the other short wall so entry into the tub isn’t hindered. 1200 or 1300 tub on the 2m back wall with an 800 or 700 wide corner shower. Actually you could potentially have it so the wc is far left back wall with 1500 bath opposite the door and then a corner shower far right side. It’s all a bit cramped though with a standard or even small sized tub so do consider a shower over bath. You can get short rise baths if it’s an issue with getting in/out that’s the issue. Also shower baths with 800 shower area if it’s shower experience...See MoreHelp needed with small bathroom design layout
Comments (9)Query - why does the back wall of your shower have a slanted bit at the bottom? Is there something behind that, and under your storage area, that would mean you can't use all that back wall? If there's nothing there, and no problem with that corner, then: 1 - You could leave the bath where it is. Upgrade the panelling around the base and maybe put a little door in the panelling for under bath storage of cleaning stuff etc. Maybe even upgrade the bath itself too? And then move the loo to the back left corner, facing the window. Move the basin closer to the new loo position, and further away from the door, and build a low storage 'wall' all along that side wall, with the basin on it, and the loo also. The top of that new 'wall' will be a shelf for putting nice candles etc. Then, mirror all across that side wall, above the shelf, to increase the light and spaciousness. This is what we had in our tiny bathroom. It's more linear looking, with the main items on opposite sides of the room. 2 - Move the bath to horizontally across that back wall as you suggested - if space allows for the length of the bath. I think there will be enough space for a shower, even with sloping ceiling. Try standing up in the bath, and see if there is room above the tallest person's head. If you attach a pump to the shower, you will have enough power for a good shower. Maybe use mirror type tiles on the back wall above the bath to reflect light, and increase space. Move loo further into the room. Consider putting basin beside loo if there's enough room now, under the window and connecting them both, with a similar streamlined idea to above. This will square out the room a bit, leaving central space. You will also have a little space then on the left side where the sink was. Maybe a towel ladder could go there, or nice storage basket for loo rolls etc. 3 - Go and talk to Carolina in the Tubs & Tiles in Sandyford, in Dublin. She's amazing, and is a qualified architect, so she really understands space. She re-did our tiny bathroom. It looks amazing and has already won a prize! We took out the bath for a walk in shower. Which is my next suggestion to you! Even if you have small toddlers etc - you can always get a big plastic basin for baby bathing for a couple of years, and leave it in the shower. We left the sink and loo along the left side, and they're connected with the type of shelf I mentioned above. Good luck!...See More
Luciana
5 years agolast modified: 5 years agoOur main bathroom has the same layout as your initial design, however we tanked (only) the shower area (like a wet room) and used a glass partition, making the space feel larger. I know it sounds expensive, but you should investigate the costs, as the difference between a classic shower cabin and what we have was quite low.
BTW, our bathtub is 1700x800cm, and feels enormous to me... but I'm only 5'4''. :))
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