Essentials Bath Panels

Side panels run the length of your bath and are sold in 1500, 1600, 1700 and 1800mm to match common bath lengths, while end panels cover the short edge and come in 700, 750 and 800mm widths. If your bath sits in an alcove with both long sides hidden, you usually only need a single side panel matching the bath length (a 1700mm side panel for a 1700mm bath). If one short end is exposed, pick the end panel width that matches that bath width, a 750mm end panel. If both long side and a short end are visible, you can buy a side and an end panel together in a pack, such as the 1700/750mm set.

Yes, the panels have a white gloss acrylic finish that resists water and wipes clean with a soft cloth and mild cleaner, which makes them practical for daily bathroom use. The non‑porous surface helps prevent staining and mould build up at a glance, though you should avoid abrasive cleaners that can dull the gloss. a 1700mm side panel in white gloss will keep a standard bath looking crisp with quick weekly wipes.

The white gloss finish gives a crisp, modern look that complements contemporary tiles, chrome fittings and white sanitaryware, and the range is designed to mimic the appearance of more expensive panels at a lower price. They're a good match if you want a clean, minimalist aesthetic without the cost of timber or bespoke finishes. If you prefer a textured or timber effect, a higher-end panel might suit you better; otherwise these work very well with most modern schemes.

Acrylic panels offer a hard, water-resistant face that stands up well to everyday use and is less expensive than timber or bespoke composite panels. They can be scratched if knocked with sharp objects, so they are best in bathrooms where heavy impact is unlikely. Given their strong customer ratings (around 4.7) and prices from roughly the current product price for end panels to the current product price for longer side panels, they represent a practical balance of durability and value.

Buying a pack can save you money and ensure the panels match exactly; the 1700/750mm side and end pack is priced at the current product price and is typically cheaper than buying the two separately. A pack makes sense if your bath has an exposed long side and an exposed short end, such as a bath in a corner with one side and one end visible. If you only need a single panel for a concealed side, a single panel purchase will be more economical.