Help with bathroom layout
Hi everyone,
I’m looking for some advice on optimizing my bathroom layout. Currently, the plan was to keep the existing layout and have a corner freestanding bath/shower combination. However, the window placement in the room prevents the installation of a shower screen, which is a bit of a challenge. (current bath is about 71cm wide)
One option I considered was turning the bath around to fit a shower screen, but this would result in a shorter bath and splashing water neear the toliet with children as ideally we would keep the toilet were it is due to the soil pipe.
I’m also open to the idea of installing a separate shower, but only if it can be done without compromising on space—it’s important to me that the shower isn’t too small.
The room dimensions are 2.26m by 2.4m. I’ve attached a plan and a current picture of the bathroom for reference.
I’d love to hear your thoughts on the best layout options. Has anyone dealt with a similar situation or have any suggestions for maximizing space and functionality while not feeling to cramped?
Thanks in advance for your help
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PROlast yearHi there. I think you are right in regards to the basics layout of the room if you would like to retain a bath but the fittings (and decor) need updating.
What would work best in my view would have a free standing bath shower, but you need something like the image attached to over come your restricted wall space due to the window position.
This along with complimentary wc and sink (could be a vanity and sink combo). Fresh tiling and decor is ideal. At the foot of the bath it looks like you have space for some simple storage/ vanity for bathroom essentials and a mirror over.
All combined, and you will have a generous bathroom which will be a pleasure to be in.
Kind regards
Donal
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last yearI like Donal's idea, but the screen would bump into your basin. So here's an alternative: Move the plumbing to the opposite wall, install a shower bath and the drain could run horizontal towards the exterior wall. Bonus is you get to use the full width of it to bathe the kids and clean it. Box in the gap at whatever height you'd like. Bath height could be used as seat, kids love that (mine does) and extra headspace, but tall could be used to create storage space. Wish you all the best in making it a lovely bathroom!
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And don't forget to look into hinged bathroom mirrors . Shaving mirror size or larger 'double pivot' types.
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