05/11/2026
Why do we wait until we need an accessible bathroom before we think about having one?
There’s something I’ve always felt quite strongly about when it comes to bathroom design.
Accessibility shouldn’t just be about disability or getting older. It should be about comfort, convenience and making life easier, both now and in the future.
If you’re renovating your bathroom today, why not think about how you’ll use it in 10 or 20 years?
A level-access walk-in shower, easy-clean surfaces, thoughtful layouts and simple fittings aren’t just practical. They can look absolutely beautiful too.
And making those decisions now could save you from having to make expensive alterations later.
Now, here’s something you might not know about VAT…
HMRC offers VAT relief on certain bathroom adaptations for people with qualifying disabilities or long-term health conditions.
For example, replacing a traditional bath with a walk-in shower may qualify for 0% VAT on eligible products and installation, where the work is necessary to meet someone’s needs.
You don’t necessarily need to be registered disabled or receive disability benefits to qualify.
There are eligibility rules, of course, and simply future-proofing your bathroom doesn’t automatically qualify you for VAT relief. But it’s certainly worth asking about before starting any work.
For me, good bathroom design isn’t about creating a bathroom for someone’s age or ability.
It’s about creating a beautiful space that works for them today, tomorrow and for years to come.