As a Bathroom Supplier, What Would I Have in My Own Bathroom?
After 30+ years in the bathroom industry, I get asked a lot: “What would you put in your own bathroom?” So this is my honest, hypothetical answer — what I would choose and, more importantly, why.
One important caveat: in the property we’re currently in, the bathroom is tiny. Realistically, it’s a bath, toilet and basin — that’s your lot. So this is the bathroom I’d build if space allowed, based on what I know works, lasts and makes everyday life easier.
Toilet – Wall‑Mounted Smart Comfort
VitrA V‑Care 3.0 Prime Wall‑Hung Smart Toilet
For me, it would have to be a wall‑mounted smart toilet, specifically the VitrA V‑Care 3.0 Prime. I’d build the frame into the wall — and if that means studding the wall out, so be it. You get a much more premium feel, it’s easier to clean underneath, and that stud wall also makes installing the shower system and niches far simpler.
Upsides
- Custom height for comfort.
- UV‑C sterilising between flushes.
- Heated seat & night lights.
- Manual controls as well as app.
- Sleek, easy‑clean design.
- Quiet auto seat.
- Vortex flush — more effective & quieter.
Downsides
- Maintenance access isn’t as easy.
- Hidden leaks (see tanking note).
- More expensive installation + electrical supply needed.
Basin & Furniture – Practical, Not Fashion‑Led
“His & Hers” Style PVC Furniture
My ideal would be a 1200mm wall‑mounted His & Hers PVC unit in marble. The closest match is using 600mm freestanding PVC units .
It has to be PVC — I don’t believe wood belongs in a damp environment. Wall‑mounted for easy cleaning, and cupboards over drawers because most wall‑hung drawers are only suitable for small items.
Downsides
- Harder to install with hidden pipework.
- Layout dependent.
- Less storage than floor‑standing.
Shower Base – Wetroom or Slim Slate Tray
Full Wetroom Floor or Recessed Slate Tray
I’d choose either a full wetroom floor or a slim slate tray recessed flush. Wetroom floors let you “wash” the whole room, but slate trays offer a hidden waste and Grade B slip resistance.
Shower Screen
I’d currently choose a wetroom panel from Bathrooms to Love .
I’d add a flipper with a full‑length hinge (not block‑style). Even with a wetroom floor, I’d still use a screen to stop the toilet getting wet and help with extraction.
Downside
- More glass to clean — especially in hard water areas.
Shower Valve – Smart, Reliable Control
Aqualisa Q Smart Dual
I like the controller, the digital display, the remote, and the reliability in hard water. This may change once I test the new S3 series.
Downsides
- Bulky control box.
- Not a fan of chrome — prefer nickel or gunmetal.
Storage – Niches That Actually Last
Wetwall (Nuance) niches
I’d prefer these over metal niches because they’re solid, waterproof and won’t rust.
Downsides
- Smaller than metal niches.
- No built‑in lighting (adding it risks leaks).
Floor – Warm, Protected and Comfortable
Floor Build‑Up
- Waterproof membrane – Impey Everyday.
- Underfloor heating – wet system preferred; Amber/Devi for retrofit.
- LVT finish – Quick‑Step (tiles only in full wetrooms).
Ceiling – Low Maintenance, Clean Finish
White gloss PVC ceiling boards
Modern, clean, no decorating, easy to maintain.
Downsides
- Easy to damage during fitting.
- Downlight changes require care.
Extraction – Quiet but Powerful
HiB Cyclone
- 210m³/h extraction.
- Quiet when installed correctly.
- No humidistat.
Tanking – Belt and Braces Waterproofing
Impey tanking kit
Self‑adhesive membrane, no curing time, reliable long‑term protection.
Lighting – Flexible, Serviceable and Bright
X50 LED spotlights
Selectable colour temperature, selectable wattage, interchangeable bezels.
Walls – Solid, Waterproof and Grout‑Free
Wetwall panels
Solid, waterproof, tongue‑and‑groove, no grout.
Downsides
- Higher price point.
- Pattern joints may not align perfectly.
Want a bathroom like this?
Bring your room sizes and a wish‑list — I’ll help you design something practical, long‑lasting and tailored to your needs.
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