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Small bathroom design - help needed! Thoughts on wetroom bathrooms?

last year

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I need some help with reconfiguring our current and only bathroom in our Aussie 90s 3B home.

At first, I was going to leave everything as is and simply update the room, But it's a pokey room with both doors and the triangular shower screen, I think I want to modernise it.

The only thing I feel that can work is by creating a wetroom style bathroom,. Something I have not been a fan of but I think its my only option.

Below are our images as is. Measurements are 2500mm-1800mm.

What I thought I could do is wall up our sliding door from the main room into the bathroom, and this is where the shower would go. I would ensure adequate gradient tiling and draining is installed at the shower to avoid pooling of water, and would ensure adequate extractor fans and heat fans are installed as I know the wet room style will be cooler and steamier.

Can you think of any other design that I'm not thinking of? I do not want to get rid of the bath and do not want a shower over bath - so my options are extremely limited.

Below I drew up - a 715mm bath, 900mmx900mm shower area with a 750mm vanity.

Climate - we are in NSW Australia, lucky that our weather is not too cold over winter.

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Kate
last year
If you close the sliding door, and I do hate two doors into a bathroom, you could simply put the vanity there if you want to keep shower in a cubicle.
Kate
last year
And if you use a hung vanity and frameless shower it will feel a lot bigger
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We have a 900x900 shower and it's plenty big enough. Neither of your proposed layouts looks that great, to be perfectly honest, sorry! In the first layout, you could improve it quite a lot by swapping the toilet and vanity (centre the toilet under the window on the bottom right of the picture if possible), and having the shower door on the other wall (beside the door). Then, you could have a towel rail on the wall beside the door (i.e. behind the door when it's open), which would be accessible from the shower but hidden when the door was open. An 800x1200 shower might be a good size for your space. You'd have to choose a toilet that doesn't protrude too far, plus a narrow vanity. With that layout, you could have a long but narrow wall-hung vanity, with a big mirror covering the wall between the windows, which would make the room feel bigger and would give a good amount of storage. Also, you may find this helpful: http://www.houseplanshelper.com/small-bathroom-floor-plans.html?utm_content=buffer4aa20&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_campaign=buffer
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last year
When it comes to designing a small bathroom, a wetroom bathroom can be a great option as it can maximise the available space and create a sleek and modern look. Here are some thoughts and tips to keep in mind:
1. Space optimisation: Since wetroom bathrooms eliminate the need for a separate shower enclosure, you can use the available space more efficiently. You can install a walk-in shower that blends with the rest of the bathroom or create a partial wall to separate the shower area from the rest of the bathroom.
2. Waterproofing: It's important to make sure that your wetroom bathroom is completely waterproof to avoid any potential water damage. You'll need to install a waterproof membrane on the walls and floor and ensure that the drain is properly installed to prevent any water from seeping through.
3. Flooring: Choose a non-slip flooring option that's suitable for wet environments. Tiles are a popular choice for wetroom bathrooms as they're durable and easy to clean.
4. Lighting: Good lighting is essential in a small bathroom to create an illusion of space. Consider installing recessed lighting in the ceiling or above the shower area to provide adequate lighting without taking up too much space.
5. Storage: To make the most of your small bathroom, you'll need to incorporate some storage solutions. You can install a vanity unit with drawers or shelves to store toiletries and towels, or consider adding some floating shelves or a medicine cabinet.
Overall, a wetroom bathroom can be a great choice for a small bathroom as it can create a spacious and modern look while maximising the available space. Just make sure to keep in mind the waterproofing and other considerations mentioned above to ensure a functional and stylish design.

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Sarah Ellis
5 months ago
Hi Gabi, this is an old post but we have a very similar dilemma, just wondering what you ended up doing? Thanks!
Sarah Ellis
5 months ago
Hi Gabi, this is an old post but we have a very similar dilemma, just wondering what you ended up doing? Thanks!
Sarah Ellis
5 months ago
Hi Gabi, this is an old post but we have a very similar dilemma, just wondering what you ended up doing? Thanks!

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