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Bathroom Market Report - UK 2015-2019 Analysis
Bathroom Market Report - UK 2015-2019 Analysis
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In addition, demand for inclusive' bathroom solutions is growing as the UK population ages and the number of
people with disabilities increase. The trend towards care in the community' has resulted in increasing numbers of
elderly and disabled people living at home, creating demand for accessible solutions that make the bathroom
easier to use and also more functional.
The trend towards multigenerational living' has also positively impacted on demand for inclusive' solutions that
future-proof' bathroom areas used by all members of the family, irrespective of their age or ability. With an
increasing UK population and a smaller average household size, there is a high proportion of houses, flats and
apartments with small bathrooms. Products such as compact wall-hung sanitaryware, slim-line wash basins, the
space-saving shower bath, short-projection furniture etc. are increasingly popular.
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M2 PRESSWIRE-December 21, 2015-Bathroom Market Report - UK 2015-2019 Analysis
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December 21, 2015
Dublin - Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/3jkk5p/bathroom_market) has
announced the addition of the "Bathroom Market Report - UK 2015-2019 Analysis" report to their offering.
The bathroom products market is estimated to have grown by around 5% reflecting the continued steady
improvement in the UK economy and in the building and home improvement markets in particular. The market has
seen a steady increase since 2013, following a comparatively volatile period in terms of market performance, and
the outlook for the UK bathroom products market in 2016 looks positive with good growth anticipated into the
medium-longer term.
By 2019, the market value is forecast to have increased by 14% compared to 2015. There continues to be a
significant number of imports from low cost countries, particularly from China, Egypt and Eastern Europe. Imports
continue to account for a sizeable proportion of bathroom products sold in the UK, exposing the market to a high
level of price competition.
Sustainability and water efficiency has become a major concern with UK householders; they have become more
aware of the environmental impact of components that make up their homes. As a result, water efficient bathroom
products are in greater demand.
In addition, demand for inclusive' bathroom solutions is growing as the UK population ages and the number of
people with disabilities increase. The trend towards care in the community' has resulted in increasing numbers of
elderly and disabled people living at home, creating demand for accessible solutions that make the bathroom
easier to use and also more functional.
The trend towards multigenerational living' has also positively impacted on demand for inclusive' solutions that
future-proof' bathroom areas used by all members of the family, irrespective of their age or ability. With an
increasing UK population and a smaller average household size, there is a high proportion of houses, flats and
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