Bathroom fittings – the centrepiece of bathroom design

Bathroom fittings have a major influence on the furnishings, the overall décor of the room and the comfort of using the bathroom. What is it? What are its most important elements? Why is it so important? You’ll find out in the article below. What’s more, if you’re currently renovating your bathroom, you’ll find a few inspirations we’ve prepared at the end. Ready to take a closer look? If so, sit back comfortably in an armchair with a mug of hot tea and read on.

What are bathroom fittings?

Many of us ask this question, expecting a complicated answer. Contrary to appearances, it is very simple. By definition, sanitary fittings are nothing more than the comprehensive equipment of a bathroom. They include various types of appliances we use every day when carrying out different hygiene routines, such as a morning shower, evening skin-cleansing rituals, or simply washing our hands or hair.

The greatest advantage of modern sanitary fittings is the combination of beauty with functionality. Nowadays, every manufacturer of bathroom fittings strives to ensure they perform a range of functions while pleasing the eye and impressing with their aesthetics.

Elements of sanitary fittings

The term sanitary fittings covers a wide variety of appliances and other plumbing and drainage elements. The most popular, serving both an aesthetic and a practical role, include various types of bathroom basins, taps, baths, shower enclosures, rain showers, shower sets, floor-standing and wall-hung WC pans, bidets and urinals. Purely functional components of water fittings include various valves, filters, pipe fittings, ball mechanisms, connectors and gate valves. An extremely important part is bathroom taps and mixers, which allow water to be supplied to each appliance. They comprise cartridges, spouts, aerators and seals in various shapes and sizes.

Classification of sanitary fittings

In terms of installation, bathroom sanitary fittings can be divided into wall-mounted and pillar (deck-mounted) taps.

Taking their practical function into account, fittings are distinguished as:

• washbasin fittings – comprising basins, sinks and taps.
• bidet fittings.
• bath and shower fittings – various types of shower cubicles/enclosures and baths.

What should you look out for when buying bathroom fittings?

Purchasing the elements that make up a bathroom’s interior often involves a fairly considerable outlay. Fittings, including, for example, a tap set, a shower set and sealing components from reputable manufacturers, are usually more expensive, but they are also of higher quality. So if they are to last at least a few years, you shouldn’t skimp on them. However, by choosing them wisely, you can make even a budget bathroom look superb. What affects the price most is the type of materials used.

Bathroom fittings – inspirations

If you think that cheap bathrooms can’t consist of high-quality sanitaryware, you’re mistaken. Discover our two inspirations on how to equip a bathroom at low cost. Take care not only of aesthetics, but also to ensure the room is arranged in a practical way. There are several ways to do this. Here they are!

Bathroom décor in a Provençal style

Bathroom fittings in a Provençal style will make you feel like a star in your bathing space. A bath on golden, curved legs, light tiles and a countertop basin with a decorative bowl and a tap in a truly regal hue are spot on if you want your room’s décor to be not only practical but also eye-catching.

Intensity of colours, the depth of black – a kingdom of contrasts in your bathroom

If, on the other hand, you love colours, go for bathroom fittings full of contrasts. White with red? Black with pink? Turquoise with orange? Why not! In specialist shops you’ll find bathroom furniture and fixtures in a variety of colours.

As you can see, bathroom fittings can have many faces. Make sure they harmonise with you and are functional, and performing every hygiene routine will become a pleasure.