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A bathroom renovation or new bathroom build involves dozens of decisions — the toilet type, basin style, shower system, tap brand, and fittings. Get it wrong and you’re dealing with leaks, poor water pressure, and fittings that look dated within five years.
This guide covers everything you need — what to buy, which brands are reliable, and what works best in Kerala’s water supply conditions.
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| Category | Items |
|---|---|
| WC / Toilet | Wall-hung WC, floor-mounted WC, Indian WC |
| Wash Basin | Wall-hung basin, pedestal basin, counter-top basin |
| Flush System | Close-coupled cistern, concealed cistern, exposed flush pipe |
| Shower | Overhead shower, hand shower, rain shower, shower panel |
| Taps & Mixers | Basin mixer, bath mixer, wall mixer, diverter |
| Accessories | Towel rail, soap dish, toilet paper holder, robe hook, mirror |
| Shower Enclosure | Frameless glass partition, shower curtain rod |
| Geyser / Water Heater | Storage geyser (15L, 25L) or instant water heater |
| Exhaust Fan | For ventilation — mandatory in Kerala’s humid bathrooms |
| Toilet Type | Best For | Cost Range |
|---|---|---|
| Indian WC (Squatting) | Common bathrooms, servant quarters | ₹800–₹3,000 |
| Floor-Mounted Western WC | Most Kerala homes — standard choice | ₹3,500–₹15,000 |
| Wall-Hung Western WC | Modern homes, space-saving | ₹12,000–₹40,000 |
| One-Piece WC | Premium look, easier cleaning | ₹8,000–₹25,000 |
For Kerala homes: The floor-mounted two-piece WC with a close-coupled cistern is the most practical choice — easy to maintain, widely serviced, and available in all budget ranges.
In Kerala, water supply pressure varies widely — especially in hilly areas like Iritty where gravity-fed systems have lower pressure. Your tap and mixer choice should account for this:
| Fitting Type | Pressure Required | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Standard pillar tap | Low–high (all pressures) | Most flexible, works everywhere |
| Single-lever mixer | Medium–high pressure | Needs balanced hot & cold pressure |
| Thermostatic mixer | High pressure only | Not suitable for all Kerala areas |
| Quarter-turn ball valve tap | Low–medium | Best for Kerala’s variable pressure areas |
1. Install a floor drain in every bathroom
Kerala’s high humidity means bathrooms stay wet. Every bathroom needs a floor drain to prevent water pooling — use anti-cockroach floor traps.
2. Choose anti-bacterial sanitaryware in humid zones
Parryware and Hindware offer anti-bacterial glazed surfaces that resist fungus and mould growth — important in Kerala’s year-round humid conditions.
3. Use CP (chrome plated) fittings with salt-spray resistance
In coastal Kannur areas, regular chrome fittings corrode fast. Look for fittings rated for salt-spray resistance or use PVD-coated (Physical Vapour Deposition) fittings in coastal homes.
4. Install a pressure reducing valve if you’re on high-pressure supply
Some municipal supply areas in Kannur have high pressure that damages mixer cartridges fast. A pressure reducing valve (PRV) at your inlet protects all your fittings.
5. Always buy extra tiles for bathroom walls
Bathroom wall tiles often get damaged during tap and fitting installation. Buy 15% extra to cover breakages and future repairs.
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Which is the best toilet brand for Kerala homes?
Parryware is the most widely used and serviced brand across Kannur and Iritty. Hindware is a good premium alternative with more modern designs.
What size geyser is right for a Kerala family bathroom?
25 litre for a family bathroom with bathing. 15 litre for a second bathroom used mainly for showers. Instant water heaters work only in high-pressure supply areas.
Which tap brand is best for Kerala water conditions?
Jaquar is the best quality option. For budget builds, Marc or Parryware taps work well. Avoid unbranded taps — the cartridges fail fast in Kerala’s variable pressure supply.
Do you deliver sanitaryware to construction sites in Kannur?
Yes — free delivery across Kannur district including Iritty, Thalassery, Payyannur, and Sreekandapuram.
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