Browse Forums Bathrooms and Laundry 1 Apr 16, 2012 3:11 pm Hello, Building a dual occupancy townhouse shortly, plans have been approved. Previously, my aim was just to push the planning permit approval as it took so long and we had to make so many changes. Now looking at the approved plans, I'm not entirely happy with it, but that's too late. I'm owner building it so can make internal changes no problems. Now I'm not sure about the WC and basin in the toilet, so wanted to know if anyone can make some suggestions to change the WC/Laundry area. - is the WC 1070x1810 big enough for the small hand basin? - will it make the toilet feel squashy? - do I really need a small hand basin given the laundry is next door? - is there any way I can make the laundry feel less like a laundry and more like a bathroom (so I can remove the hand basin in the WC)? The laundry is 2080 x 2030 Any suggestions, plans, designs, pictures will be much appreciated. Re: Small WC and handbasin 2Apr 16, 2012 3:36 pm You can have a very small vanity with basin which we have had previously or you can have one of these which my cousin has - a toilet with an integrated basin which works like a dream ... Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ I don't like the idea of washing my hands in the laundry personally ... For info on our build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=43093 Built the McLaren by Dechellis - slab down 22 Feb - handover 30 Aug 2011 - and gardens finished 9 Dec 2012!! Re: Small WC and handbasin 3Apr 16, 2012 4:18 pm i like the layout you have now. I don't like using laundry sinks...kids prob won't bother etc as usually can't reach the taps. I hate people hangin out in my laundry full stop and if they only have to use it to access the loo...the less looking at my smalls the better. Mclaren..boo. I'm chasing ya! Re: Small WC and handbasin 5Apr 16, 2012 5:05 pm and with a small vanity you can also keep some spare toilet rolls in there .... For info on our build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=43093 Built the McLaren by Dechellis - slab down 22 Feb - handover 30 Aug 2011 - and gardens finished 9 Dec 2012!! Re: Small WC and handbasin 6Apr 16, 2012 7:10 pm and there is usually a towel, so people dont have to dry their hands on your newly laundered white duvet cover...as they would in your laundry Re: Small WC and handbasin 7Apr 18, 2012 11:03 am I'm not really a fan of those toilets, I would imagine that the toilet seat/area would be splashed with water.. but seems like a great idea in a very small toilet and good water saving feature. Seems like I'll keep it the way it is, I was just worried a small basin would make the toilet feel squashy. Should I add a mirror say 1800mm wide to make it look more spacious? Another question is, what would look better, small rectangular basin (400x250mm) or corner vanity? Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ OR Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Tile to ceiling, would that make a toilet feel bigger or smaller (2.7m ceiling)? Re: Small WC and handbasin 8Apr 18, 2012 11:19 am I vote for the first one - it's similar to the one we had although you have more room for your tap than we did. Just make sure the basin is big enough to fit two hands under the tap. We had a mirror the same width as the vanity and tiles to 1200mm I think ... with such a high ceiling I wouldn't worry about tiles to the ceiling you shouldn't need it .. it is only a toilet after all.... For info on our build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=43093 Built the McLaren by Dechellis - slab down 22 Feb - handover 30 Aug 2011 - and gardens finished 9 Dec 2012!! Re: Small WC and handbasin 9Apr 18, 2012 11:16 pm Personally, I wouldn't bother with a vanity cabinet as such. In small toilet rooms, I'd just go for a pedestal basin with a simple mirror above it. I like this style because the pipes are hidden. You can get just the wall basins without the pedastal as well, like this or this. It's surprising how a cabinet can make the area feel too small. I think it's because the pedestal basin doesn't take up so much area on the floor, which seems to make it feel less intrusive into your space. And if this is simply the powder room/spare toilet for guests to use, then I don't think you need to supply dedicated storage area - just a toilet and hand basin is fine. A few toilet rolls can be stored in a discreet container behind the toilet. And I wouldn't bother tiling to the ceiling. Depends on what size tiles you are using, I'd only go up 1-2 rows on the wall from the floor - I don't think floor-to-ceiling is necessary in a toilet that's not going to used as the primary toilet. If you are really keen on a vanity, I'd pick the first image that you put up (not the corner unit). In terms of the laundry, I would possibly consider moving the sink off centre to give more bench space on one side. This might have implications for where your washing machine (& possibly) dryer are located, so it may not be feasible. 2010, June : Land bought (1700sqm, battleaxe block). That's it so far! We're in the design phase .... Re: Small WC and handbasin 11Apr 19, 2012 9:18 am Pedestal is a great idea For info on our build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=43093 Built the McLaren by Dechellis - slab down 22 Feb - handover 30 Aug 2011 - and gardens finished 9 Dec 2012!! Re: Small WC and handbasin 12Apr 19, 2012 10:04 am Pete_n_Pet I do like the idea of the pedestal basin. Thanks for the great suggestion. I'm assuming that that pedestal basin comes in 2 pieces, basin and the bottom pedestal section?? I will change the layout of the laundry bench. I'm going to purchase a front loader so I can have a full length bench top. I'll leave the tub in the centre, but the extra bench space on both sides of the tub will be handy. Do you need to install separate taps for the washing machine and laundry mixer? or is it like a dishwasher that can piggy back off the kitchen mixer? Re: Small WC and handbasin 13Apr 19, 2012 10:10 am JB1 Pete_n_Pet I do like the idea of the pedestal basin. Thanks for the great suggestion. I'm assuming that that pedestal basin comes in 2 pieces, basin and the bottom pedestal section?? I will change the layout of the laundry bench. I'm going to purchase a front loader so I can have a full length bench top. I'll leave the tub in the centre, but the extra bench space on both sides of the tub will be handy. Do you need to install separate taps for the washing machine and laundry mixer? or is it like a dishwasher that can piggy back off the kitchen mixer? Yes, you buy the pedestal cover seperately to the basin. Not all wall basins will have a pedestal cover that fits. We have a front loader and a dryer and have moved the sink to one end of the bench and the front loader and dryer sit under the bench next to the sink. There is a bit of bench space on one side of the sink (about 400mm I think) but the length that has the wahing machine & dryer underneath is (or will be) a nice long stretch of bench. I have only ever seen separate fittings for the washing machine (called washing machine cocks). They look slighly different to regular taps - see here for an example 2010, June : Land bought (1700sqm, battleaxe block). That's it so far! We're in the design phase .... Re: Small WC and handbasin 14Apr 19, 2012 10:16 am wow.. quick reply.. The only issue I have with moving my tub to the left (opposite end of washing machine) is that one side will butt against the wall as the total bench will only be 2m in length. The current house is like that I don't really like it. Yeah I have already purchased the washing machine cocks on sale ($20 for an Italian made set 2 years ago when I decided to build!), but was wondering if you actually needed them (and the extra expense for the plumbing. I guess it's $20 well spent. Re: Small WC and handbasin 15May 20, 2012 10:16 pm Our laundry/wc layout is very similar. Our WC is only 990 wide by 1800 long. We moved the sliding door over by 350mm so we could fit in a very small vanity unit which sits between the two walls perfectly. We managed to find a very small basin to sit on top of the ceasartsone bench. We dont think its too squashed at all and much prefer to have a basin than not at all. Re: Small WC and handbasin 19Jun 03, 2012 5:17 pm foc1 Dont forget that if the wc is that small you will need lift off hinges as per regs so that if someone passes out on the toilet you can lift the door off even if you only have the door open slightly Or have a sliding cavity door. Re: Small WC and handbasin 20Jun 03, 2012 6:29 pm I dont know if it helps, but my powder room is 1550 x 1450 and we are setting it up like this: Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Ill admit that its just a little box with some walls and a window, but so far it doesnt feel too small at the moment, but its just 4 walls and a ceiling at the moment. Finding a small basin is one of the hardest parts, but you should have more luck if you are looking at an oval or rectangle top mount basin. Recently I moved to a 30 year old house and found within few months there are small brown nests in the brick mortar and few small round holes in few places of brick… 0 22677 Hi all, We are looking to build a new two storey house in western Sydney. Can anyone recommend a smallish builder to go with? We are trying to stay away from the big… 0 12140 consider putting in wall WC instead of robe in the same bedroom, then it might be doable to hook up to the existing piping. 4 6628 |