Most styles of bath will need bath panels and these are a very important part of your bath design. They box off the view of the underside of the bath and all that messy pipe work is hidden. These panels can be removed by undoing a few screws so there is no need to worry about access to the pipes if you need it. Some baths need side and end panels but it depends on where they are positioned in the room. For example, a bath in an alcove may only need a side panel but one in the centre of the wall in a large bathroom will probably need two side panels and an end panel.
These bath panels are not a fixed size, so it is important to know the size and width of your bath before purchasing. There are lots of shapes and styles to choose from and you can buy flat acrylics in white, or any colour you wish, or wood panels in different wood effects and colours. The choice depends on the décor in your bathroom. Adding new bath panels and matching other features in your bathroom is an easy way to revamp it and make it look bright and interesting.
Acrylic bath panels are strong and very easy to maintain. A quick wipe over from time to time will keep them looking good but wooden panels need far more care and attention if they are to remain waterproof and smart.
A few minutes spent wandering around a bathroom fittings shop will open your eyes to the range of bath panels available and it is almost certain that what you thought you wanted is not what you will end up purchasing. The choice is just so big.