Compact Wild Sage Corner Handwash Basin | 1980s Retro

Maximise your floor space without sacrificing character with this genuine wild sage corner basin. Designed specifically for tight architectural spaces, this basin is finished in the celebrated “Wild Sage”—a deep, organic sage green that was a staple of premium British bathrooms throughout the 1980s. Its unique triangular profile makes it the definitive choice for small guest cloakrooms, under-stairs toilets, or vintage-inspired bedrooms where a standard-size basin would be impractical.

Smart Corner-Fit Design

This basin was engineered to provide maximum utility within a minimal footprint:

• Space-Saving Silhouette: With a corner-to-corner width of 43cm, it fits snugly into 90-degree angles, freeing up central space in narrow cloakrooms.

• Integrated Soap Recess: A classic 1980s design feature, the basin includes a moulded soap dish on the rim to keep your surfaces tidy and organised.

• 2-Tap Hole Layout (2TH): Perfectly configured for traditional twin pillar taps, allowing you to maintain an authentic retro aesthetic.

Universal Colour Compatibility

Wild Sage was a standardised shade across the major UK potteries. This basin will offer a seamless colour match for existing fixtures originally produced by:

• Armitage Shanks & Springs

• Qualcast & Trent

• Johnson Bros & Royal Doulton

Condition and Quality

As a specialist in discontinued sanitaryware, we ensure every piece is thoroughly vetted for quality:

• Very Good Vintage Condition: For a piece of its age, this basin is in remarkable shape. The vitreous china has been professionally cleaned and polished.

• Integrity Guaranteed: Verified free of chips or cracks across the entire glaze, ensuring a hygienic, aesthetically perfect installation.

• Lustrous Finish: The deep green glaze remains vibrant and high-gloss, ready to serve as a “pop” of colour in a modern or heritage setting.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Various (Standardised 1980s Spec)

• Colour: Wild Sage (Sage Green)

• Era: 1980s

• Width (Corner to Corner): 43cm

• Depth (Wall to Front): 40cm

• Height: 19cm

• Configuration: 2-Tap Hole (2TH)

Why Choose a Wild Sage Corner Basin?

The wild sage corner basin is a vital find for homeowners performing a “like-for-like” repair in a small room. Because Wild Sage is a discontinued colour and corner basins have specific mounting requirements, finding an original piece is the only way to avoid a full-room renovation. It allows you to keep your 1980s suite intact while adding a piece of genuine British ceramic history.

Delivery and Collection

Due to the fragile nature of vintage ceramics, we provide specialised shipping. Please contact us for a bespoke delivery quote to ensure your basin reaches you safely. Alternatively, you are welcome to collect this item from our workshop located near Broadway in the Cotswolds.

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.