Bushboard Washroom Systems Ltd

Westdale Junior School caters for children aged 7-11 in the Mapperley, Nottingham area. Their mission is that “every child thrives academically and socially and is fully prepared for the next stage of their education and their future lives”. To achieve this, the school aims to nurture the children to be “kind, hard-working, confident and socially responsible members of society”.Westdale Junior School wanted to redesign their primary school toilets to create a unisex open plan washroom. Make Consulting started work on the education washroom specification, and Bushboard Washrooms were asked to help by supplying our Department for Education compliant school toilet cubicles.Our HiZone for Schools full height toilet cubicle was chosen by the school as the right fit for their needs. They opted for doors and partitions in Pastel Blue and pilasters in Grey Thatch to match the colours of the Westdale Junior School logo. HiZone for Schools was introduced in response to Department for Education school toilet regulations requiring toilets to “be designed and fitted out to a standard that ensures privacy and discourages anti-social behaviour (including by use of mobile phone cameras) and vandalism”. Westdale Junior School has a “zero-tolerance approach to bullying, the HiZone for Schools toilet cubicle was designed with Secondary Schools in mind aiming to eliminate bullying in areas that are difficult to monitor. The range features a 5mm door clearance with partitions finished at floor level with an aluminium privacy skirting.Even though the full height school toilet cubicle was initially designed for Secondary Schools, there are safety features included that make this range suitable for primary school toilets which require additional privacy. All of our school toilet cubicle ranges come with anti-finger trap hinges, and we wanted to make sure this was still the case for the HiZone for Schools toilet cubicle whilst still maintaining the 5mm gap. Therefore, we implement a privacy strip detail which allows us to keep both design features.The full height school toilet cubicle paired with the gender neutral washroom design means that children have total privacy whilst also creating an open plan environment to allow supervision. The vanity units were supplied in matching colours to the toilet cubicles. Countertop basins paired with self-closing mixer taps ensure a safe water temperature for hand washing is always delivered and reduces risk of flooding by ensuring taps are always turned off after use.Mark Thomas, the Managing Director at Thomas & Sons Ltd, was in charge of the fit out and told us that they choose Bushboard for “their great quality products and fittings along with clear and concise installation instructions”. We supplied the vanity units and IPS panels as our Ready Plumbed Modules (RPM); these units are delivered ready to install with a carefully selected range of sanitaryware and brassware pre-fitted to panels and pre-assembled to a rigid steel frame. Bushboard’s own SanCeram sanitaryware was chosen in our Shenley schools range. Mark suggested the reason for choosing this sanitaryware range was down to the quality and value for money it provides. He noted that while there appears to be an initial additional cost with the RPM units, the quick installation significantly reduces time on-site, leading to substantial savings on labour costs. This has a positive impact on overall site expenses.Mark said the service from Bushboard was ‘excellent as usual’ and went on to tell us that he received very positive feedback of the fit out from the school. So much so, the toilet cubicle style and colour scheme has been rolled out to other schools within its group.

Margam Park’s new washrooms needed to be durable, easy to maintain and impress their visitors.Margam Country Park in Wales is owned and administered by Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council. The estate containing a Tudor Gothic Mansion was once owned by the Mansel Talbot family in the 1800s. The 850 acre country park is rich in history, with evidence of over 4,000 years of continuous habitation and use by man. This means it has exceptional historic value, with some of the country’s finest architectural treasures. Paired with its natural beauty, wildlife and many activities and facilities, the Margam Country Park has evolved into a popular attraction which is visited by 350,000 people per year, including locals and tourists alike.Neath Port Talbot Council came to Bushboard Washrooms for the refurbishment of the public washrooms. The main concern for this project was ensuring that the toilets were able to withstand the high traffic the park receives each year. As Alison Lloyd, the Commercial Officer at Margam Country Park, explained “visitors often judge a site on the quality of the loos”, this meant opting for a robust washroom range which offered a modern, high quality finish that will remain presentable at all times.Initially designed for secondary schools with the key focus on privacy, our HiZone for Schools toilet cubicle at standard height was decided as the perfect specification for the country park’s needs. Alison put emphasis on requiring an “indestructible build”, the cubicles pilasters and partitions are fixed to the floor in aluminium channels which creates a strong foundation. The toilet cubicles were manufactured in Solid Grade Laminate which has a compact core making it a highly durable material. It is also impervious to water which makes it easy to clean as the panels do not need to be dried meticulously afterwards to prevent damage.The design of the public washroom was carefully considered. The council wanted to cater for everyone who would visit their park, with additions such as child height basins, family changing areas and enlarged toilet cubicles with grab rails for ambulant/disabled users. In particular, the park recognised parents with their children would regularly visit the park. They designed a superloo style room to utilise space, this was larger than a typical toilet cubicle which gave users more room to manoeuvre within the washroom space.Ease of cleaning was fundamental to the project because of the high traffic the toilet cubicles will endure. Our own brand SanCeram’s Langley WCs and urinals were chosen which both offer a smooth and rimless design to eliminate dirt traps, it also suited the “clean lines” Alison was looking for. Margam Park had sanitaryware and brassware ready plumbed which meant that that it arrived pre-fitted to panels assembled onto a rigid steel frame, this saved both time and money. Being a refurbishment project it meant the washrooms did not have to stay closed to the public for a long period of time.Vanity units were also supplied as Ready Plumbed Modules and designed to hit the parks public washroom brief. Solid Surface Counter Top vanity units are ideal for busy washroom environments as they are easy to maintain. Alison wanted to make sure that the washroom had ‘clean lines to clean’, so integrated inset wash hand basins were supplied which have a flush design leaving no dirt traps for a hygienic hand wash station whilst also creating a seamless, high-end overall look.Alison told us that the colours were “chosen to fit with the Country Park, a wood feel and green panels to make it bold and stand out”. Lime Green and Bleached Oak laminates paired with Apple Solid Surface colours from our standard range complemented the mansion scenes within the washroom perfectly. Overall the review of the new washrooms at Margam Park were “ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT! We opened in time for the Early May Bank Holiday and feedback from public was great and staff love the clean lines and bright colours.”

Northampton High School for Girls boasts a rich history spanning 145 years. The school now occupies a purpose-built modern building, preserving its traditions while embracing a forward-looking approach to enhance the education of its students. The school not only provides first-class education but also aims to develop characteristics that will empower the girls to confidently (I think that’s what you meant) fulfil their potential.Northampton High School for Girls were looking to upgrade their theatre foyer area, which is used by students and staff during the day and open to the public in the evenings and weekends when events are held. The school’s washrooms were originally separate-sex; however, to utilise the space more efficiently, they decided to combine them and create a gender-neutral washroom. To ensure privacy for users while sharing the space, full height toilet cubicles were specified.As the toilet cubicles were in a prominent area, the school chose Bushboard’s luxury Manhattan toilet cubicles to create a high-end look and feel. The flush fronted toilet cubicle was supplied in Oak High Pressure Laminate, which is suitable for withstanding intense use of a high traffic area. The range features a minimalist design with ceiling blocks, and fixtures and fittings kept to a minimum so that the cubicles oak finish can be the centre piece.The flush fronted design provided a wall-like finish, which complemented the duct wall panelling seamlessly integrated throughout the school washroom. These panels were supplied on Bushboard’s Ezeeduct framing, which is pre-assembled in our factory before arriving on site. In addition to the Ezeeduct framing, the schools gender-neutral toilet cubicles were fitted with Ready Plumbed Modules. This meant that the sanitaryware and brassware arrived on site pre-fitted to a rigid steel frame, requiring only final connections to be completed on site. Rod Shepherd, Commercial Manager at Stellar Developments told us he “always specifies the pre-plumbed system as it is easy to fit, and saves time on site reducing the contract period”. This was particularly crucial for the washroom fit out as it was installed during the school holidays.To complete the gender-neutral washroom design, Hydra washtroughs in Elysian solid surface with deck mounted sensor taps were supplied. This allowed ample handwash stations to be provided within the space, reducing wait times during school break times and performance intervals.To ensure Doc M compliance, a DOC M room was specified, featuring matching Oak duct panelling in HPL with dark grey grab rails and WC seat to achieve appropriate LRV contrast.Overall, Rod was extremely happy with the service from Bushboard Washrooms and noted that the team was “very knowledgeable and helpful” from design to delivery.To discuss your school washroom project with us or find out more information about our products, get in touch at 01536 533620 or email us washrooms@bushboard-washrooms.co.uk.

East Berkshire Golf Club has been in the Palmer family since its founding in 1903. The club faced closure in 1909 but was saved by one of its founding members, W. Howard Palmer. He purchased the estate from the original members, secured the club's future, and became its first president. The club features an 18-hole, tree-lined parkland course, attracting 875 members annually, along with approximately 8500 additional guests and participants per year in the club’s open meets.The golf club aimed to modernise and update their clubhouse while maintaining a traditional design that reflects the club’s heritage. In 2020, Nick Smith, Facilities Project Manager & Former President at East Berkshire Golf Club, contacted Bushboard Washrooms to begin upgrading the men’s changing room toilet area. The club sought a solution that was both aesthetically pleasing for their loyal members and durable enough to handle the daily footfall.After thorough consideration, the golf club selected Definition toilet cubicles, which offer a luxurious finish with 35mm panel thickness and rebated doors for a flush fronted design. Wenge laminate and Stainless Steel fittings delivered a sophisticated look, with the wood grain laminate finish also used for both the urinal and WC duct panels, supplied as Ready Plumbed Modules. This meant sanitaryware and brassware arrived on site pre-plumbed and pre-assembled to a rigid steel frame, significantly reducing installation time and minimising disruption.Bushboard’s own brand sanitaryware, SanCeram, was also chosen for its cost-effectiveness and high quality. The counter top vanity unit was chosen in Wenge with a complementary Mid Grey colour. This durable design provides space for users to place their belongings, such as changing bags, whilst using the washroom facilities.Following the successful completion of the men’s washroom upgrade, Nick contacted Bushboard Washrooms again in 2023 to begin work on the women’s changing room toilet area. This space mirrored the design in the men’s, but the Definition range was supplied as full height toilet cubicle doors to be used with partition walls to ensure total privacy in the washroom. There was also an oversized toilet cubicle supplied with a combination unit for ambulant disabled users.High Pressure Laminate was used throughout the entire leisure washroom project for its water-resistant properties and durability, making it ideal for high-usage areas like changing room toilets. The redesigned facilities were created with members in mind, offering a functional and inviting space that they would want to return to year after year. These washrooms are built to withstand busy periods while maintaining a luxurious atmosphere.Nick is extremely pleased with the finish of the washrooms and the service provided by Bushboard Washrooms. He reported an overwhelmingly positive response from current members, who feel the upgrades have significantly improved the changing room toilet facilities at East Berkshire Golf Club. Additionally, visitors from other golf clubs have inquired about Bushboard Washrooms for their own potential facility upgrades.The partnership between East Berkshire Golf Club and Bushboard Washrooms has resulted in modern, durable, and aesthetically pleasing washroom facilities that honour the club’s heritage. This successful upgrade has enhanced the overall experience for members and guests, setting a new standard for club facilities.