Sanitary ware covers your toilet, basin, and bidet or bath fittings, the fixtures that see the heaviest daily use in the house. Getting the basics right matters more than picking the flashiest option in the showroom.
Toilet bowls: one-piece vs. two-piece
One-piece toilets have the tank and bowl moulded together, which makes them easier to clean, since there is no seam to trap grime, and generally more compact. Two-piece toilets are typically cheaper and easier to service if a part fails, since tank and bowl are separate.
Flush type
Dual-flush toilets let you choose a lower-volume flush for liquid waste, cutting water use over a single-flush model. Worth the small price difference over the life of the toilet.
Basin type and bathroom size
Wall-hung or semi-recessed basins suit smaller bathrooms since they free up floor space. Freestanding or console basins work better where there is room to spare and you want a statement piece.
Matching finishes across the bathroom
Match the finish, chrome, matte black or brushed, across your toilet, basin taps and shower set. A bathroom with three different metal tones reads as unplanned, even if every individual piece is good quality.
Bring your bathroom dimensions in
Toilet bowl rough-in distance, the distance from the wall to the waste outlet, varies, and not every bowl fits every rough-in. Bring your existing rough-in measurement to either showroom so we do not sell you something that will not fit. The pan collar joining the bowl to the soil pipe needs that measurement too. Browse our toilet bowls range, or see what sanitary ware covers before you start.
Frequently asked questions
One-piece or two-piece toilet, which is easier to maintain?
Two-piece is generally easier to service since parts are separate. One-piece is easier to clean since there is no seam between tank and bowl.
What is toilet rough-in distance and why does it matter?
It is the distance from the finished wall to the centre of the waste outlet. Not every toilet bowl fits every rough-in, so measure yours before choosing a replacement.
How do I keep my bathroom's finishes consistent?
Match the metal finish, chrome, matte black or brushed, across your toilet, basin taps and shower set. Our showroom team can help you cross-check finishes across brands.
