6 things to consider when choosing built-in bathroom accessories

Because built-in products are set into the wall, they need to be chosen at the very start of a project. Changes made after the tiles are laid are both costly and disruptive. The six points below help you put the right product in the right place.

1. Check the wall depth

Most products in the Form and Latent series are 13 cm deep; for niches such as Nish, Lisse and Caldo the depth is 9–10 cm. Make sure the wall, or the plasterboard or aerated concrete partition, can accommodate this depth. On load-bearing walls, structural suitability must always be checked before any cutting.

2. Allow for the frame

The dimensions of built-in products refer to the body. Add a +2 cm frame allowance for the total area visible on the wall. This allowance directly affects the spacing and tile layout, especially when several products are placed side by side.

3. Align with the tile joints

The cleanest look is achieved when the edges of the product line up with the tile joints. If the tile size is known, plan the position of the product accordingly. In the Latent series this step is essential, because the cover is clad with the same tiles.

4. Prepare plumbing and electrics early

• If a hygiene spray will be used with the Pier and Roche models, the water supply must be prepared in advance according to the product position.
• Nish and Nish Duo need a power supply for the LED lighting, and Caldo for its heating system.

5. Choose by how the space is used

6. Match the finish to the fittings

Super mirror and satin stainless finishes pair well with chrome fittings and light-toned tiles; anthracite and black with black fittings and dark stone textures; mink and copper with warm-toned wood and beige tiles. Using a single color throughout the bathroom strengthens the overall look.

In short: settle the dimensions, joints and plumbing before tiling. The rest is simply a matter of choosing the right product.