Our Best-Selling Bathroom Products of Q1 2026

January to March. The time of year when gyms fill up, inboxes overflow with 'New Year, New You' emails, and apparently thousands of households quietly decide that 2026 is the year their bathroom finally gets the upgrade it deserves.  

We've crunched the numbers from the first quarter of 2026, and the results make for genuinely interesting reading. From sleek bath screens and indulgent freestanding tubs to a towel rail that's been quietly winning fans across the country, these five products rose above the rest to become our bestsellers of the quarter. 

Whether you're mid-renovation, in the early planning stages, or just curious about what other homeowners are buying right now, this is your insider's guide to the products leading the way in 2026. Let's get into it. 

#1 Coram Showers Compact Curved Bath Screen 

The small bathroom hero that customers couldn't get enough of.

If 2026 has a theme so far, it's this: more style, less space wasted. The Coram Showers Compact Curved Bath Screen landed at the top of our Q1 bestseller list for exactly that reason, it solves one of the most persistent frustrations in bathrooms without asking you to sacrifice aesthetics to do it. 

Coram is one of the most respected shower enclosure and bath screen specialists, and this compact curved screen is a textbook example of why. The curved design allows the screen to swing open without encroaching on your bathroom floor space, a genuine revelation in the kind of modestly sized bathrooms that are common, whether that's a Victorian terrace or a new-build semi. 

#2 Scudo Porto Back-to-Wall Acrylic Bathtub 

The bath that makes the showroom look achievable.

There's a version of bathroom renovation that lives on Instagram and in hotel brochures — clean lines, hidden plumbing, a bath that looks like it was designed by someone with very strong opinions about aesthetics. The Scudo Porto Back-to-Wall Acrylic Bathtub is what happens when that vision becomes genuinely affordable. 

Back-to-wall baths have surged in popularity over the past two years as homeowners have become more sophisticated about bathroom design. The appeal is obvious: by fitting flush against a wall or bathroom furniture, the plumbing is concealed entirely, and the clean, uncluttered visual result feels premium without requiring a premium-sized budget. 

#3 Coram Showers Folding 5 Panel Bath Screen 

The most flexible bath screen on the market and families know it.

Two Coram bath screens in the top three. That tells you something both about the quality of the brand and about what customers are prioritising in 2026. Where the Compact Curved Screen (our #1) is all about space-saving elegance, the Folding 5 Panel Bath Screen earns its place on the list through sheer versatility. 

Five panels. A folding design. The ability to create an almost fully enclosed showering space over your bath when you want it, and fold flat against the wall when you don't. It's the kind of product that sounds like it should cost considerably more than it does, which is perhaps the simplest explanation for why it sells so consistently well. 

#4 Carron Bassingham Steel Towel Rail 

The quiet overachiever of Q1 and the one most people didn't see coming. You don't always see a towel rail coming in a best-seller list. But if you know Carron — one of the most storied bathroom and heating specialists, you won't be surprised at all. The Bassingham Steel Towel Rail has built a loyal following for entirely logical reasons: it looks genuinely premium, it does the job brilliantly, and it carries one of the most trusted names in bathroom manufacture. 

The Carron Bassingham sits in the sweet spot between purely decorative radiator and purely functional towel rail. It heats your bathroom properly, it dries your towels efficiently, and it does both whilst looking like it belongs in a much more expensive room. In Q1 2026, a period when central heating bills were still front of mind for most households — a dual-function product that pays its way is exactly what people were looking for. 

#5 Scudo Form Freestanding Oval Bathtub 

The bathroom centrepiece that turns a room into a statement. We've saved the most indulgent for last and rightly so. The Scudo Form Freestanding Oval Bathtub is unashamedly the kind of purchase that starts with a long scroll through bathroom inspiration boards and ends with a 'yes, we're doing this' moment on the sofa. And judging by Q1 sales, quite a few households had exactly that moment between January and March. 

Freestanding baths have become the defining feature of aspirational bathroom design, the visual anchor that everything else in the room orients around. The Scudo Form does this with a restrained, elegant oval silhouette that manages to feel both contemporary and timeless. This isn't a bath that screams for attention; it earns it, which is arguably the harder thing to pull off. 

What Q1 2026 Tells Us About Bathroom Trends 

Step back from the individual products and a clear picture emerges. Homeowners in early 2026 were buying with intention, they weren't grabbing the cheapest option, but they also weren't spending recklessly. The products that topped our charts were the ones that delivered genuine quality, solved real problems, and did so at a price point that felt like value rather than compromise. 

Bath screens are clearly having a moment, two Coram products in the top three confirms that over-bath showering is as central to bathroom life as ever, and customers are investing in doing it properly. The two Scudo baths at positions two and five reflect a broader ambition: people want their bathrooms to look and feel like somewhere they actually want to spend time. 

And the Carron towel rail at number four? That's practicality in its purest form, a product that earns its floor space by doing two jobs brilliantly. 

All five products are available at Brand New Bathrooms with full specifications, sizing options and everything you need to make the right call for your space. 

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Frequently Asked Questions 

What is the best-selling bath screen in 2026? 

Based on Q1 2026 sales at Brand New Bathrooms, the Coram Showers Compact Curved Bath Screen was the best-selling bath screen of the quarter. Its space-saving curved design and toughened safety glass make it particularly popular in compact bathrooms. 

Are freestanding baths worth the money? 

For the right bathroom, absolutely. Freestanding baths like the Scudo Form add significant visual impact and can genuinely transform a room. The key considerations are floor space, plumbing access, and ensuring you budget for a compatible freestanding tap but with those in place, a freestanding bath is one of the most impactful bathroom upgrades you can make. 

What is a back-to-wall bath and why is it popular? 

A back-to-wall bath fits flush against the wall (or into bathroom furniture), concealing all the plumbing behind the panels. The result is a clean, contemporary look that's significantly more achievable and affordable than a full freestanding installation. The Scudo Porto was our Q1 bestseller in this category, largely because it delivers a premium aesthetic at an accessible price. 

Is Carron a good brand for towel rails? 

Yes, Carron is one of the most established names in bathroom and heating products, with decades of domestic manufacturing heritage. Their heated towel rails are known for solid construction, reliable heat output, and finishes that hold up well over time. The Bassingham Steel Towel Rail is a consistent seller for exactly these reasons. 

Can I fit a folding bath screen myself? 

Most folding bath screens including the Coram 5 Panel come with full installation instructions and can be fitted by a competent DIYer with basic tools. However, if you're unsure about fixing into tiled walls or the installation requires any pipework adjustment, it's always worth bringing in a professional to ensure a watertight, secure result.