Vintage “Standard” | Cut Corner Basin & Pedestal | White

Restore the grandeur of your period home with this genuine cut corner basin & pedestal. Manufactured by the iconic brand “Standard” (the predecessor to the modern Ideal Standard), this suite features the highly sought-after “cut corner” bowl design. This aesthetic was a hallmark of high-end 20th-century bathrooms, providing a sophisticated, faceted look that complements both traditional and early mid-century interiors.

Product Features and Design

The “Standard” range was celebrated for its thick, high-density vitreous china, offering a level of durability and weight that modern equivalents often lack.

• Classical Configuration: This basin features a traditional 2-tap hole layout, designed for separate hot and cold pillar taps. This allows you to install reconditioned vintage brassware or modern traditional taps.

• Coordinated Pedestal: The basin is supported by its original matching pedestal, which provides a clean, sturdy finish and neatly conceals all necessary pipework.

• Vitreous China: Known for being non-porous and highly resistant to staining, ensuring the brilliant white glaze stays bright for years to come.

Condition: Reclaimed Excellence

While many salvaged items from this era show significant wear, this cut corner basin & pedestal is in excellent condition. It has been carefully reclaimed and professionally cleaned.

• No Chips or Cracks: The ceramic’s structural integrity is perfectly preserved.

• High Gloss Finish: The glaze remains smooth and vibrant, with no evidence of dulling or scratching commonly found in high-traffic reclaimed units.

Technical Summary

• Manufacturer: “Standard” (Ideal Standard)

• Design: Cut Corner

• Material: Vitreous China

• Colour: White

• Configuration: 2-Tap Hole

Why Choose This “Standard” Suite?

Choosing an original cut corner basin & pedestal is about more than just aesthetics; it’s about quality. The craftsmanship of “Standard” ceramics during this period was world-class. Whether you are restoring a 1930s semi or a 1950s townhouse, this suite provides the authentic period weight and architectural detail that reproduction sinks simply cannot match.

Safe and Secure Delivery

Shipping heavy ceramic pedestals and basins requires specialist care. We offer secure delivery at an extra cost, using reinforced, shock-absorbent packaging to ensure your vintage “Standard” find reaches you safely and ready for immediate installation by your plumber.

Need a Specific Match?

If you can’t find the exact item you’re looking for online, please get in touch. Our warehouse holds hundreds of unlisted pieces from heritage British manufacturers like Armitage Shanks, Royal Doulton, Twyfords, Shires, and Ideal Standard.

Specialists in Discontinued Colours

We stock an extensive range of rare bathroom shades from the 1950s through to the 1990s. Whether you need a 1980s Heather Pink or a 1990s Peach, we can help you find the perfect replacement.

Our inventory includes popular and rare tones such as:

• Classic Pinks: Flamingo, Orchid, Chiffon, and Rose Water.
• Retro Greens: Avocado, Pampas, Sage, and Apple Blossom.
• Vintage Blues: Bermuda Blue, Sky Blue, and Caspian.
• Earth & Neutrals: Indian Ivory, Champagne, Pergamon, and Harvest Gold.
• The “Whisper” Range: Available in Apricot, Blue, Cream, Green, Grey, Peach, and Pink.

Looking for a specific shade like Penthouse, Twilight, or Bali? Get In Touch — we likely have the exact match in our unlisted stock.