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Geberit: Leading the Way in Sustainability in the Bathroom Industry

At a time when sustainability has become an essential part of our daily lives, it’s important to choose brands that reflect those values. Geberit is one such brand, and as an Official Partner, we are proud to be connected with them. Their commitment to sustainability is evident in their products, manufacturing processes, and their continued efforts towards eco-friendly practices. In this blog, we delve into the ways Geberit is leading the way in sustainable bathroom systems.

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Geberit’s Sustainable Products

Geberit’s product range is designed to promote sustainability. Their bathroom systems are built to last and are typically used for decades. Geberit’s WC cisterns are a shining example of their dedication to sustainability. Every cistern sold saves water, making it an eco-friendly option for homes and other buildings. The cisterns also come with dual flush options.

Geberit Selnova Rimfree Wall Hung WC

Ecodesign Principle

Geberit follows the Ecodesign principle, which means that every new product must be more eco-friendly than the previous model. This principle ensures that Geberit’s products not only meet high-quality standards but also reflect their commitment to sustainability. This principle also promotes the use of recycled materials. Reducing the impact on the environment. Without sacrificing quality, function, or durability for sustainability.

Geberit bathroom furniture

Conscientious Use of Resources

The brand uses plastic sparingly and recycles almost 100% of its plastic waste. The company also make a conscious effort to reduce the use of packaging. Resulting in not only being environmentally friendly but also cost-effective.

EcoVadis Award Winners

Geberit EcoVadis Award Winners 2022

Geberit Group was awarded the highest platinum award from the EcoVadis platform for sustainability management for the third time in a row. Confirming Geberit’s leading role in sustainable business practices. Geberit are in the top 1% of all companies in all industries and countries listed by EcoVadis.

50 Year Guarantee on Spare Parts

The Geberit Sigma and Omega cisterns now carry a 50 years spare parts guarantee which significantly benefits the environment.

Geberit Duofix WC Frame with Omega Cistern

Environmental Benefits Of AquaClean Toilets

Did you know that the average household gets through 27.5 kilograms of toilet paper every year? A Geberit shower toilet can reduce the amount of wood used for toilet paper by 61 kilograms per annum. This equates to a tree trunk measuring 1.7 metres high and 30 centimetres in diameter.

Geberit AquaClean Mera Shower Toilet

Cleaning with water

Cleaning with water uses less water than cleaning with toilet paper. The production of toilet paper requires 2,350 litres of water per household per year. In comparison, the spray functionality of the AquaClean Mera Comfort uses just 1,500 litres. This is an annual saving of 850 litres of water, equating to almost 6 bathtubs of 150 litres each.

Saves energy and toilet paper

With a shower toilet from Geberit, you can count on high quality and low operating costs. All Geberit AquaClean models feature an economy mode. This ensures they consume no more than 0.5 watts when in standby. What’s more, this also means a household can save around 212 rolls of toilet paper a year and around £50.00.

Geberit AquaClean

(Data supplied by Geberit UK).

Sustainability Efforts of a Leading Brand

Geberit is leading the way in sustainable bathroom systems. Their commitment to sustainability is reflected in their products, manufacturing processes and the recognition they have received from independent sources. As an Official Partner, we are proud to be connected with a brand with such conscientious sustainability practices.

Choosing Geberit means choosing functionality, quality, and sustainability in bathroom systems.

With special thanks to David Holme, Key Account Manager – Digital Sales Geberit UK.

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Bathroom necessities.. from WC frames to radiator valves!

Villeroy & Boch Finion

A new bathroom can take ages to plan and get exactly right from the layout to the choice of products. Once we have a layout that works aesthetically and practically ie position of toilet reliant on soil pipe location, then we tend to focus on the ‘main’ products we’d like to include such as the bath, shower, vanity unit, WC and brassware. These products will be the ones that set the style of our bathroom, whether contemporary or traditional.

What can be equally as important, but often neglected, are the products that are necessary for function, and can sometimes add to the finished look. For example a new towel radiator will ideally need matching radiator valves. If your brassware finish is the on trend brushed brass, gold, copper or black then your basin waste, bath filler, bath waste can be supplied to match. And, if you have an exposed bottle trap then this too can be in a finish to match.

     

 

 

 

 

You may opt for a sleek, minimal look with a wall hung WC – UK Bathrooms has a great choice of these but again don’t forget that a wall hung WC needs a concealed cistern with a flush plate, the cistern can be hidden in a wall or purpose built boxing. We’d always recommend a reputable, quality brand for both frame and flush plate – these products should be durable and built to last.

If you need any help or advice when placing your order contact [email protected] or call 01765 694720.

Luxurious bathrooms, the German way!

German manufacturing and quality go hand in hand and Villeroy & Boch is no exception. Their huge range of bathroom products are amongst some of the most popular on our website and exude a luxurious feel at an affordable price. Here are some of our favourite Villeroy & Boch products:

V&B Architectura Rimless Wall Hung Pan

Innovative design, quality and functionality are what you have come to expect from Villeroy & Boch and the Architectura Rimless Wall Hung Pan is testament to this. The rimless toilet was specially developed to provide a more hygienic flush and because it doesn’t have an overhanging rim like standard toilets the whole pan is cleaned when you flush. This not only reduces the built of of germs and bacteria, but also makes it really easy to clean.

Cleanliness isn’t the only innovation on offer either, the sloped sides of the design mean that it has a more economic flush than a standard toilet too; just ¾.5 litres saving you both water and money.

V&B Architectura Rimless Wall Hung Pan

Villeroy & Boch My Nature Stadium Countertop Basin

The My Nature Stadium Countertop Basin exudes style and luxury. Its curved design is made from quality ceramics and features an easy-clean CeramicPlus finish to keep it looking like new for years to come.

The curved design of this basin makes it perfect for minimalist bathroom designs and can be used with surface mounted or wall mounted taps to provide a neat finish. Available in two sizes, 610 x 410mm and 810 x 410mm, the My Nature Stadium Countertop Basin comes complete with a 10 year manufacturer’s guarantee for reassurance.

Villeroy & Boch My Nature Stadium Countertop Basin

Villeroy & Boch My Nature Surface Mounted Basin

Another basin from the My Nature range, the Surface Mounted Basin is a beautiful piece of design. Inspired from natural forms, this gently curved basin features the same easy-clean CeramicPlus finish as the Stadium Countertop Basin.

Measuring 450mm in diameter, the Surface Mounted Basin is great for those who want a luxurious look but don’t have the space for a bigger basin. Compatible with surface mount and wall mount taps, this basin comes ready for installation with all of the fittings required (countertop sold separately.)

Villeroy & Boch My Nature Surface Mounted Basin

V&B Subway 2.0 Curved Washbasin

The simple curved lines and minimalist styling of the Subway 2.0 Curved Washbasin effortlessly combines form and function in one piece. Specially designed to be fitted onto furniture, this basin can be surface mounted onto a countertop or paired with a specially designed vanity unit (pictured below).

This basin is supplied with a single tap hole and overflow as standard and can be upgraded with a CeramicPlus finish to keep it looking like new for years.

Please note; tap and vanity unit not included and can be purchased separately.

V&B Subway 2.0 Curved Washbasin for Furniture Installation

V&B Subway 2.0 Curved Vanity Unit

Here we have the vanity unit which is specially designed for the basin above. Available in glossy white or oak graphite finishes and featuring the same distinctive curves as the Subway 2.0 Curved Washbasin, this vanity unit provides some much needed storage to any bathroom. To finish off the look there is also the option of ordering matching legs.

V&B Subway 2.0 Curved Vanity Unit

V&B Subway 2.0 Triple Door Mirror Cabinet

Also a part of the Subway 2.0 range, the Triple Door Mirror Cabinet utilises cutting edge design and modern materials to create this minimalist masterpiece. The built in light strip provides the right amount of light day or night and each cabinet contains 2 shelves providing a great storage space.

Also included is a handy shaver socket and fastening set for easy installation. The Subway 2.0 Triple Door Mirror Cabinet is available in glossy white or oak graphite and matches perfectly with the other products in the range.

V&B Subway 2.0 Triple Door Mirror Cabinet

Some of the newest products to come out of the Villeroy & Boch factory include the O.Novo, Loop & Friends and Joyce ranges, all offering the same high quality products and innovative designs at an affordable price.

Feature Range – Ideal Standard Softmood

The name of Ideal Standard is synonymous with bathrooms, which as the largest manufacturer of bathroom and kitchen products in the world is not surprising. This long established company employs their own highly successful design team and in addition to which uses the services of many well-known and famous names such as Jasper Morrison and David Chipperfield.

Here at UK Bathrooms, we stock the Ideal Standard Softmood collection which features the design talents of Pohl and Fiegl founders of German Design Company Artefakt and Franco Bertoli who is one of Italy’s most successful designers. The results of their work features bathroom products that will allow you to create a perfect bathroom, which because of the flexibility of the range, is not only practical but reflects can your personal style. With the Softmood collection there is a complete range which comprises basins, baths, bidets, WC’s, furniture and accessories and fittings.

Some examples within the range feature the 60cm oval Vessel Washbasin, with a single tap hole and the semi pedestal washbasin also featuring a single tap hole; bidets are designed as floor standing or wall hung.

As a manufacturer of baths for well over one hundred years, these items have a pride of place in the Softmood range and there are eight styles from which you can choose, including standard rectangular as well as double ended.

Three distinctive styles of WC are in the collection, close coupled, floor standing and wall mounted, the WC’s are offered with toilets seats and covers; complete these with a beautifully designed toilet roll holder and brush set chosen from the range of accessories.

Ideal Standard Softmood bathrooms contemporary finishes and cutting-edge design will not only enhance your bathroom, but also create a haven free of the demands of everyday life.

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Bauhaus Bolonia Wall Mounted Basin

If you want your bathroom or en-suite to have an elegance which can be described as timeless you should look through the collection of sanitary ware from top manufacturer and designer Bauhaus. The range from this company includes an array of sculptured and carefully-crafted basins, sanitaryware and bathroom furniture.

Foremost amongst these is the Bauhaus Bolonia basin which can be either wall mounted or utilised as a counter top basin. For wall mounting it will be necessary for you to buy polished stainless steel 430mm supports which we will be happy to supply. The basin is pre drilled to accommodate a single mixer style tap and all of these can be seen at the taps and mixers section in our website pages. With its simple, angular design, it is perfect for to any modern bathroom design, giving a spacious feel and look to your room. Finished in white, the Bolonia carries a 15 year manufacturer’s warranty.

Bauhaus Base Wall Hung Worktop

Why not consider something ontemporary, but why not consider a touch of continental class and use a Bauhaus Wall Hung Worktop to accommodate you stylish countertop wash basin and also provide storage and inbuilt towel holder too.

Offered in two sizes, 600mm or 1200mm wide with a generous wall to front depth of 450mm, the Bauhaus is suitable for either a fully inset or semi-inset basin. Two attractive wood finishes are available, either walnut or panga, which is a dark walnut and the unit carries a manufacturers guarantee of 15 years. For a full range of basins which will be suitable for use with this base countertop, look through our pages, or contact us for advice and recommendations.