Mistakes to avoid when designing a bathroom

When it comes to good bathroom design there is more to consider than choosing taps and tiles (as fun as that part is). Get it right, and you will have a beautiful, functional space. Get it wrong, and you could end up with a bathroom plagued by impractical niggles or, worse, that needs to be completely refitted.

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Switching things around unnecessarily

If you’re renovating an existing bathroom and the layout already makes sense, think carefully before switching sanitaryware around. Moving pipes can quickly become expensive and can raise more problems than it solves. If you do want to switch things up, make sure you consult a plumber first to make sure your plan is feasible.

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Overlooking the door clearing

You've fitted the suite perfectly into your bathroom but 'oh no' you didn't think about the door and now it hits the beautiful new bath or vanity unit every time you enter the bathroom. If this is the case why not think about installing a sliding door to maximise the space you have in a small bathroom.

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Buying the wrong shower screen

A leaky shower screen can be super annoying as no one wants to be continuously cleaning up a wet floor. Be sure you have measured for and installed the door properly, have effective caulking to seal the door as well as a good quality door sweep that can be cleaned easily.

Not considering bath tap positioning

It's all very well going for striking feature taps that look ultra-chic but if you share the bathroom with other family members perhaps it's best to think about practicalities first. A large central bath tap that juts out the centre of the bath can be dangerous when bathing little ones or a cascading mixer tap might get in the way when using the overhead shower.

Not treating wood finishes

Wooden fixtures are a stylish luxury bathroom trend but before you go installing that country-style wooden panelling or choosing an oak fronted vanity unit, be sure it has had the correct treatment to protect it from humidity and water which could lead to a quick onset wood rot.

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Not checking orders as they arrive

If you’ve been super-organised and ordered your bathroom supplies well in advance, don’t just put them to one side until they’re needed. Unpack and check each item to make sure it’s exactly what you ordered and that nothing is broken. You may have a limited time window in which to return faulty goods.

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