Bathroom

Ross’s Home Discount Centre offers a range of high-quality bathroom cabinets, appliances and accessories. If you have a specific question that is not answered below, please get in contact.

  • What bathroom accessories do I need?

    While not all bathroom accessories are needed, others offer the convenience and functionality that every bathroom needs.

    Essential bathroom accessories include a toilet paper holder (if your toilet is within your bathroom), bathroom mirror, storage cabinet, toothbrush holder, and towel rails.

    Learn more by reading 5 Bathroom Accessories Every Bathroom Should Have. If you’re trying to decide whether you need bathroom accessories? Read 4 Reasons to Include Bathroom Accessories in Your Bathroom Renovation

  • What is the easiest way to clean bathroom tiles?

    There are many effective ways to clean bathroom tiles; however, the best method depends on tile type.

    Most bathrooms use porcelain or ceramic tiles, which are easily cleaned with a white vinegar and water solution with a 50:50 ratio. Simply spray it on and buff it dry. A surfer cleaner and steam mop work just as effectively.

    Bleach and highly alkaline cleaners offer every easier cleaning; however, they can be damaging to grout and should therefore be avoided. A water-based solution is the safest option.

  • How cheaply can you renovate a bathroom?

    You can save thousands of dollars on a bathroom renovation by doing some or most of the work yourself and sourcing products wisely. While a licenced and qualified electrician and plumber is required, other aspects of a bathroom renovation such as the demo of the existing bathroom, re-sheeting the walls and prepping the floor can be done by yourself. You can also do the tiling if you are up to it.

    Considerable savings can also be had by shopping around for the best-priced bathroom products. For this, look no further than Ross’s Discount Home Centre. With the slogan ‘Every day’s a discount day’, you can trust that our prices are rock bottom.

    To help save money on your bathroom renovation, refer to the following articles:

  • What is the average cost of a bathroom renovation in Australia?

    According to Houzz’s 2020 AU Houzz & Home Renovation Trends Study, the median spend for a master bathroom in 2019 was $13,000, an 8% increase from 2018 ($12,000). Additionally, median spend for an ensuite bathroom in 2019 was $10,000, a 25% increase from 2018 ($8,000).

    Learn more about bathroom renovation costs by reading How Much Do Bathroom Renovations Cost In 2020? And learn how to save money on your bathroom renovation by reading How to Save Money on Bathroom Renovations.

  • What tiles should I use in a small bathroom?

    While you may have heard the myth ‘don’t use small tiles for small bathrooms, that isn’t necessarily the case. While using them throughout the entire room may make it look busy, using small tiles (such as mosaics) sparingly can all a touch of style and elegance to the space.

    You should, however, concentrate on light tiles. White tiles are the most common tyles for bathrooms because they radiate light and make a space appear larger than it really is, which is essential for small bathrooms. This isn’t to say you should only use white tiles. Like with small tiles, you can add dark tiles to a small bathroom, but it shouldn’t be the primary tile choice; use them in contrast with light/white tiles.

  • What size bath do I need?

    Determining a bath size is less about your needs and more about your available space. The right size bath will become apparent by created a scaled plan of your bathroom and see how much space you have for a bath.

    Standard baths are between 1500 and 1650mm. However, if space is not an issue, a comfortable size bath will be 1700mm.

  • How much space do you need around the toilet?

    To sit comfortably on a toilet without elbows hitting walls, showers or vanities, allow a width of 700mm-900mm. Allow at least 700mm clear space in front of the toilet if it is within a bathroom or 1200-1500mm if it is a separate room.

  • What is a S-trap or P-trap?

    A S-trap or P-trap refers to the bend in a toilet’s plumbing connection pipe; A S-trap waste pipe connects to a floor connection – a P-trap waste pipe connects to the wall.

    Most modern toilets come with both types to cater to either wall or floor wastes; however, not all do. It is important to determine whether your existing toilet waste pipe is coming from the floor or wall and then choose a toilet with a set out that matches or caters to it.

    Most toilets in our Toilets category offer both S-trap and S-trap set outs.

  • What is a good quality toilet?

    A toilet’s quality can be determined by the material it is made from, the internals used, it is WELS rating and whether it is WaterMark approved.

    In terms of material, porcelain is the best; however, vitreous China is a close second, and it cannot be beaten in terms of value for money. The internal parts of a toilet determine how well it operates and the longevity offered. Look for R&T or Geberit Internals to ensure quality.

    Every toilet is given a WELS rating which stands for Water Efficiency Labelling and Standard. The WELS rating is a rating of up to 6 stars that measures water consumption. The less water used, the higher the rating.

    Finally, the WaterMark approval ensures a product is fit for purpose and appropriately authorised for use in plumbing and drainage installations. This helps filter cheap Chinese imports from the real deal!

    For good quality toilets in Perth, toilets that are made from vitreous China, have R&T Internals, high WELS ratings and are WaterMark approved, turn to Ross’s Discount Home Centre. View our range of quality Toilets.

  • What do I need to consider with an above counter basin?

    There are a few considerations for choosing an above counter basin. The main concern is whether you will be mounting your tap on the basin itself or the vanity countertop; does the basin need a taphole or not. If so, how many? If your tap is a mixer, you will only need one taphole. On the other hand, if you opt for a traditional set, a tap and hot and cold turn assemblies, it will need three tap holes.

    Other considerations relate to size and style, which is a personal preference.

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