Solid Surface Wash Troughs

Solid Surface Wash Troughs

DfE & BS EN 14296 Compliance

Our stainless steel and Corian® wash troughs are manufactured in accordance with BS EN 14296:2015+A1:2018 – Sanitary appliances – Communal washing troughs, the recognised British Standard for communal wash troughs.

Designed for demanding commercial, educational and public washroom environments, our wash troughs provide the strength, durability and hygienic performance required for high-traffic applications. Manufactured from either Grade 304 stainless steel or Corian® solid surface, they are ideal for schools, colleges, universities and other education facilities.

For Department for Education (DfE) school projects, our wash troughs are designed to form part of a compliant washroom installation. Each trough incorporates an integral upstand and is intended to be installed alongside contractor-supplied wall finishes, splashbacks, concealed services and access panels where required by the project specification.

As with all building products, compliance with the Department for Education School Output Specification is determined by the completed installation, including the associated wall finishes, plumbing installation and service enclosures provided by others.

Please contact our technical team if you require assistance selecting the most suitable wash trough for your education project or require project-specific compliance guidance.

See our DfE School Wash Trough Requirements Explained guide.

Corian wash troughs

A high-quality Corian wash trough is non-porous, stain resistant and hard-wearing, making them popular with local councils for school projects. They are sleek, pleasing on the eye and can be buffed to remove any blemishes that may occur during use. These resin troughs are also heat-resistant up to 100°C (212°F).

The Corian solid surface material is manufactured by DuPont and is a blend of natural minerals and acrylic polymer. To complete the attractive design, we can supply Infrared Angled Basin Taps - the perfect faucet for upmarket aesthetics.

Hi-Macs wash troughs

The Hi-Macs wash trough uses approximately one-third acrylic resin and 5% natural pigments. The main constituent is the natural mineral aluminium hydroxide (ATH) obtained from bauxite (aluminium ore). This material is manufactured by LG.

These solid surface wash troughs are non-porous, hard-wearing and stain resistant. The Corian material makes for a strong surface that has the resilience of natural stone. Much like resin wash troughs, Corian have a seamless design that make them easy to clean and aesthetically pleasing - important factors noted in the Department for Education and Skills report suggest that high-quality facilities encourage respect and good behaviour.

Scratches, cracks and stains are easily repairable by a professional, and the material can be worked on like wood, making drilling and sawing an easy task. Such hand-washing troughs are ideal for hospitals, schools and other organisations where cleanliness is paramount, as the material is impermeable to viruses, bacteria and dirt, reducing the risk of spreading disease. They are also fire-resistant.

Additionally, Corian troughs are sustainable and recyclable, with an eco-friendly manufacturing process that makes them perfect for organisations with strong green policies.

We can supply a wide variety of taps, including the scratch resistant Infrared sensor tap which flawlessly complements our range of Corian.

Whether you opt for the Corian or Hi-Macs finish, our range of solid surface resin wash troughs offer an air of luxury that promises to enhance any washroom.