Family-Friendly Bathroom Renovations in SE22 Victorian Homes

At WPJ Heating, we understand how much you love your SE22 Victorian home. Its traditional architecture and timeless charm are testaments of a bygone era that still fascinates many. However, when you have children, it’s important to prioritise their safety and consider redesigning your home — particularly the bathroom.

As professional plumbers and heating engineers, we are no strangers to outdated Victorian bathrooms. We have seen our share of old, inefficient plumbing systems that need updating to meet the latest safety standards. In addition, we have worked with homeowners who needed energy-efficient heating systems to deliver hot water throughout their homes. If you’re unsure how to start renovating your SE22 Victorian home to make it family-friendly, we can help.

In this blog, we will share family-friendly bathroom renovations for SE22 Victorian homes. From better materials and child-safe designs to storage solutions, we will help you plan the project and ensure high-quality workmanship with a holistic and meticulous approach tailored to your needs.

Getting started with a family-friendly bathroom renovation

First, let’s discuss your vision for your new bathroom. We’ll work closely with you to understand your specific needs and preferences and help you select the most suitable appliances, including the ideal boiler for your home.

Before making any decisions, our team at WPJ Heating will carefully assess your existing water flow and pressure to ensure they meet the requirements of your chosen bathroom fixtures and equipment for seamless compatibility.

Ensuring suitable pipework

When renovating bathrooms in SE22 Victorian homes, we also need to carefully inspect the existing pipework before enclosing them within the walls. We secure the pipes properly and ensure that the waste pipes have the correct slope. These steps are essential to prevent potential leaks, bursts, and other unforeseen plumbing issues in the future.

Improving your Victorian bathroom

Working with Victorian bathrooms means dealing with old and outdated equipment and materials. Besides being not up to par with current standards, these materials are potentially unsafe, especially for children.

• Invest in durable, safe, and reliable materials – Bathrooms are accident-prone areas, so the goal is to make yours safer without compromising aesthetics and durability. Non-slip flooring like porcelain or natural stone tiles are aesthetically pleasing and durable while helping reduce the risk of slips and falls. Plus, they can be used for the whole bathroom, including the walls and shower.

Do you prefer porcelain tiles? Make sure they are rated P4 or P3 or from R9-R11, especially for wet areas.

• Include hot water control – Adding a thermostat for hot water is not just a safety measure. It allows you to control the temperature to limit the use of hot water.

• Install high shelves for medicines and toxic chemicals – Avoid storing chemicals and medicines under the basin or easy-to-reach shelves, as your kids can easily get to them. Instead, add high shelving that only adults can reach. Better yet, find another area in your SE22 Victorian home where you can keep dangerous chemicals from children, such as a lockable cabinet in the laundry area.

Versatile, family-friendly bathroom designs

Your bathroom habits will change as your family grows, so pick designs that can evolve with your family’s needs.

• Maximise your bathroom space – Floating vanities and cabinets can make your bathroom feel spacious. Plus, these installations make the entire room easier to maintain. Instead of a bulky and underutilised bath, choose an open shower that increases useful shower space while offering a timeless aesthetic. Additionally, install a power point within a wall cabinet to conceal unsightly cords.

• Use childproof benchtops – Children will naturally make a mess in bathrooms, so choose childproof benchtops made from moulded ceramic. A stone benchtop with an under-mount basin will also reduce your time wiping and washing.

• Double up your basins – Double sinks can save time by allowing two people to complete their bathroom routine at the same time. Plus, this increases the bathroom’s useability.

• Add functional fixtures – Try recessed or open shelving where you can store important things like toiletries, towels, and your children’s bath toys. If you’re working with a smaller bathroom, a dual-purpose mirror with built-in storage can help. A handheld showerhead is also sleeker and simplifies bathing fussy children.

Let’s update your Victorian bathroom!

We’re ready to be part of your bathroom renovation project! Don’t hesitate to call us at 020 7350 2511 to schedule your consultation with our experts here at WPJ Heating.