Designing Your En Suite: Finding the Perfect Wall Panels

Wall panels are the perfect partner for any ensuite, providing a sensible yet stylish finish. However, there are different types, styles, and size of ensuite, so which bathroom wall panels are right for you and your ensuite renovation project?

What Makes an En Suite Bathroom Different?

Ensuites differ from a standard bathroom in a couple of ways. Firstly, they are usually adjacent to a bedroom and can only be accessed through that room. Secondly, they are typically smaller in size than a family bathroom. However, despite their size they can add both practicality and a touch of luxury to a home.

What’s Included in an En Suite?

Whilst many ensuites are similar, there is not a standard, one size fits all design. The content and layout of an ensuite will all depend on its size and shape. Below, we’ve looked at three of the most common examples of ensuites.

Simple En-Suites

A simple ensuite will consist of the essentials – a toilet and a sink – and will most likely be quite small. However, the limited size does not mean you have to limit your imagination! Wall panels are the perfect partner to a simple ensuite. They can be used to cover the entire wall space, which means the whole room will be protected from any splashes by these 100% waterproof panels.

In terms of design, large sized wall panels will help to create the illusion of height and width. The colour is entirely your choice. Whilst many will opt for lighter, neutral colours to enhance the feeling of space, darker colours can also help to create a cosy, warm ambience.

En-suites with Showers

An ensuite with a shower is probably one of the most popular types of ensuite. These showers may be standalone, or they may be part of a wet room, but either way wall panels are an ideal choice of wall covering.

Specialist shower wall panels provide a 100% waterproof wall covering, which protects your walls and prevents the development of mould and mildew. Thicker than standard wall panels – those from National Plastics are 10mm thick – they provide a durable, long-lasting alternative to tiles.

As mentioned above, wall panels come in a variety of designs and colours, and perfectly emulate real materials such as opulent marble, traditional tile, and stunning stone. This means you can let your inner interior designer loose and create the ensuite of your dreams.

Large En-Suites

Large sized ensuites may well feature a bath as well as a shower, toilet and sink. In this size of room you can combine different types of wall coverings, such as wall panels and paint or wallpaper. For example, wall panels can be used around the toilet, sink, bath and shower, whilst the remainder of the walls can be either papered or painted.

When it comes to panel design for large ensuites, anything goes! Panels which feature a smaller design, such as our Urban Standard Tile and Subway Wall panels, can work very well. Also, panels with large sweeping designs, such as marble or stone, can add drama and luxury to a large space.

What Wall Panels Work Well with an En Suite?

All wall panels made for use in a bathroom or a shower will work well in an ensuite. These panels – such as those from National Plastics – are 100% waterproof, which is imperative for panels being used in rooms with high levels of condensation. They do not require any grout, which reduces the risk of mould and mildew developing, and they are extremely easy to look after, requiring only a wipe with a clean cloth to keep them looking like new.

Our Range Of Wall Panels Perfect for Your En-Suite

If you’re looking for wall panels for your new ensuite, call our friendly, expert team today on 0800 22 77 77 to find out more about our wall panel range.