Baths and showers | PRODUCT


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While many customers will choose between having a bath or a shower, there are many who want both, if the space or budget will allow it. So, how can you best advise your clients on this most critical decision? Vicki Evans dives a little deeper into the bath or shower debate


ath or shower or both? Is a common starting ques- tion in the design process as the answer can fundamentally shape the whole project and affect the budget.


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July 2021 ·


While most consumers would prefer a separate shower and bath, the classic image of a UK bathroom is a toilet, basin and a shower over a bath. According to AMA Research, two-thirds of all showers are over a tub in the UK. Our compact houses have forced many people to compromise with this space-saving solution. The luxury end of the market is a completely different story. Showers have been on the rise for the past few years, with many people opting for a spacious wet room. At the same time, baths are having a resurgence. Home- owners are now wanting both a classic freestanding bath and a large showering area. The number-one trend reshaping the bathroom market is the desire for spa-like experiences in the home. Although this can be done in compact rooms, for those who have more space – and a bigger budget – a large showering space and roll-top bath is a key requirement.


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