Bath Accessories | Bathroom Mountain

What Are Bath Accessories?

Bath accessories are the parts that finish and complete a bath installation, covering bath panels, bath screens, wastes, and traps. They're what makes the bath usable and tidy, boxing in the sides, keeping shower water off the floor, and draining the water away without letting drain smells back into the room.

What Size Bath Panel Do I Need?

Bath panel sizes match your bath length, so measure the bath itself rather than the wall around it. Front panels here come in 1500mm, 1600mm, and 1700mm to fit standard UK baths, with 700mm end panels for the short side. Check whether your bath is straight, L shaped, or P shaped, as each needs a differently shaped panel.

Should I Choose An Acrylic Or Wooden Bath Panel?

Acrylic bath panels are lighter, cheaper, and cope with splashes without any risk of swelling, which suits a family bathroom. Wooden panels look more substantial and come in painted colours like navy blue, mystic green, and slate grey, giving a more traditional, furniture-like finish, though they need water wiping off rather than left sitting.

What Thickness Bath Screen Should I Buy?

Bath screen glass here comes in 4mm, 6mm, and 8mm. A 4mm screen is the budget option and does the job fine, 6mm feels noticeably more solid and is the most popular choice, and 8mm gives the most premium, heavyweight feel. Thicker glass costs more but tends to hold its position better over time.

What's The Difference Between L Shaped And P Shaped Bath Screens?

L shaped and P shaped screens follow the shape of the bath they're fitted to. An L shaped screen has a squared-off end and suits a straight or L shaped shower bath, while a P shaped screen curves to follow a P shaped bath. Match the screen shape to your bath shape or it won't seal properly.

What Is Easy Clean Glass On A Bath Screen?

Easy clean glass has a coating that stops water and limescale bonding to the surface, so droplets run off rather than drying on and leaving marks. It doesn't mean you never clean it, but it does cut down how often you need to scrub, which matters in hard water areas.

Do I Need A Special Bath Waste?

Standard baths take a standard pop-up or click clack waste with an overflow, which is what most people need. A freestanding or roll top bath needs an exposed waste designed to be seen, and some baths use a dual function overflow filler, where the water comes in through the overflow rather than a tap.

Can I Fit Bath Accessories Myself?

Bath panels and screens are usually manageable DIY, with the fixings supplied and a decent bead of silicone along the bath edge to seal the screen. Wastes and traps connect into your waste pipework, so unless you've plumbed before, it's worth having a plumber do those to avoid a slow leak under the bath.

How to Choose Bath Accessories for Your Bathroom?

To choose bath accessories for your bathroom, measure your bath length and note its shape first, since that decides both the panel and the screen. Pick glass thickness based on budget and how solid you want it to feel, choose acrylic or wooden panels to suit your style, and match the screen finish to your taps and shower fittings. Order from Bathroom Mountain for great value and fast UK delivery on everything you need to finish the job.