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IPS Duct Panels for Commercial Washrooms
IPS panels conceal cisterns, pipework and washroom services behind toilets, urinals and basins. Essential components remain accessible for maintenance. Total Cubicle Solutions manufactures made-to-measure IPS duct, back and access panels in Liverpool for projects throughout the UK.
IPS duct panels at a glance
- IPS (Integrated Plumbing System) duct and access panels conceal cisterns, pipework and valves behind WCs, urinals and basins, while keeping services accessible for maintenance.
- Made-to-measure in Liverpool and supplied UK-wide for installation by your contractor (supply-only service).
- Material routes: moisture-resistant MFC for dry areas; solid grade laminate (SGL) for wet, humid or high-traffic washrooms.
- Ranges: Fast-Fit, Volante, Mirage and Rainbow (school), matched to the environment and finish.
- Send elevations, service positions and access requirements for a project-specific quotation.
What an IPS panel system does
IPS means Integrated Plumbing System. The visible panels form a clean and durable service wall. Pipework, cisterns, valves and controls sit behind it. Planned access keeps those services easy to inspect and maintain.
WC panels
Conceal cisterns, flush pipes and soil connections behind toilet pans and cubicles, with access positioned around serviceable components.
Urinal panels
Create a coordinated wall face behind urinals while allowing planned access to flush controls, supply pipework and wastes.
Basin and vanity panels
Coordinate service boxing with commercial vanity units, worktops and splashbacks while retaining access to valves and wastes.
Choose an IPS panel range
Start with the room conditions, expected use and required finish. The summaries below provide an initial route. We confirm the final choice against the drawings and access needs.
Fast-Fit
A standardised, value-led route for suitable dry-area projects where the available colours and configuration meet the brief.
View Fast-Fit IPS panels
Volante
A made-to-measure MFC route with broader colour choice for dry commercial interiors and coordinated washroom schemes.
View Volante IPS panels
Mirage
A solid grade laminate route for wet, humid or demanding washrooms requiring greater moisture and impact resistance.
View Mirage IPS panels
Rainbow
Education-focused IPS panels designed to coordinate with nursery, infant and junior toilet cubicles and colour schemes.
View school IPS panelsThe TCS IPS specification review
Our technical team checks six factors before recommending a panel arrangement. We start with the concealed services and maintenance route. We then select a suitable material and visible finish.
| Review factor | Information needed | Why it affects the IPS layout |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Sanitaryware | WC, urinal and basin types and positions | Establishes panel widths, cut-outs and service zones. |
| 2. Concealed services | Cisterns, valves, wastes, sensors and controls | Determines which components must remain accessible. |
| 3. Access frequency | Routine and occasional maintenance points | Guides removable or lockable access-panel positions. |
| 4. Environment | Dry, humid, wet or high-use conditions | Directs the material choice between suitable MFC and SGL routes. |
| 5. Interfaces | Cubicles, vanity units, walls and floor finishes | Helps align joints, colours and surrounding components. |
| 6. Delivery information | Quantities, site address and required programme | Supports accurate quotation, manufacture and delivery planning. |
MFC or SGL IPS panels?
| Consideration | Moisture-resistant MFC | Solid grade laminate (SGL) |
|---|---|---|
| Best environment | Dry internal washrooms | Wet, humid and demanding washrooms |
| Moisture exposure | Specify where faces and edges will not experience persistent water | Appropriate where greater water resistance is required |
| Use level | Standard commercial use | Intensive-use and higher-impact settings |
| Relative cost | Lower material-cost route | Higher initial material cost for demanding conditions |
| Typical range | Fast-Fit or Volante, subject to the brief | Mirage, subject to the brief |
For a detailed material comparison, read our SGL, HPL and MFC guide. Material selection must reflect the actual cleaning regime and exposure conditions, not the room label alone.
Information required for an IPS quotation
A marked-up elevation, room drawing or clear sketch is normally more useful than a product name by itself.
- Wall widths, heights and boxing depth
- WC, urinal and basin centre lines
- Cistern, valve, waste and flush-control positions
- Required removable or lockable access points
- Dry, humid or wet-area conditions
- Preferred panel material and colour
- Interfaces with cubicles and vanity units
- Photographs for refurbishment projects
- Quantities and delivery address
- Required delivery period
From enquiry to delivery
Project review
We examine the drawings, service positions, environment and related washroom products.
Specification
The panel route, material, colours and maintenance access requirements are agreed.
Quotation
A project quotation is prepared, with layout support where applicable.
Manufacture and supply
Approved components are manufactured and delivered for installation by your contractor.
What affects IPS panel pricing?
IPS systems are priced by project. Cost depends on the wall length, panel height, material and access panels. Machining, cut-outs, colour, framing and delivery also affect the price.
Links to toilet cubicles or vanity units can change the junctions and quantities. Send the available drawings so we can quote the actual project.
IPS panels in completed UK washroom projects
Liverpool John Lennon Airport
SGL cubicles, IPS panels and coordinated trough and vanity housing were supplied for a high-traffic public washroom environment.
View the airport case studyPark Holidays, Amble Links
Mirage IPS panels, vanity units and changing cubicles formed part of a coordinated wet-area holiday-park refurbishment.
View the holiday-park case studyIPS Panels FAQs
What does IPS stand for, and what are IPS panels?
IPS stands for Integrated Plumbing System. IPS panels conceal cisterns, pipework, valves and other washroom services while retaining planned access for inspection and maintenance.
Where are IPS panels used?
They are commonly positioned behind toilets, urinals and basins in commercial, education, leisure and public washrooms.
Can IPS panels be removed for maintenance?
Yes. The access strategy can include removable or lockable panels positioned around the components that require servicing.
Which material should I choose for IPS panels?
Moisture-resistant MFC can suit dry interiors. SGL is stronger in wet, humid or intensive-use areas. The final choice should match the water exposure and cleaning routine.
What are the disadvantages of IPS panels?
IPS systems need enough duct space and careful planning. Poorly placed access panels can make maintenance harder. The wrong board may also fail in wet conditions. Check the layout, access route and water exposure before manufacture.
Can IPS panels match toilet cubicles and vanity units?
Yes. IPS panels can be specified with coordinated cubicle, vanity and locker finishes as part of one commercial washroom package.
What information is needed for an IPS quotation?
Send drawings or sketches showing dimensions, sanitaryware and service positions, access requirements, material or colour preferences, quantities and the delivery location.
Does Total Cubicle Solutions install IPS panels?
No. We manufacture and supply IPS systems for installation by the customer’s contractor or fit-out team.
How much do commercial IPS panels cost?
Pricing depends on dimensions, material, access requirements, machining, quantity and delivery. We provide a project-specific quotation after reviewing the available information.
Written and reviewed by the Total Cubicle Solutions Technical Team. Reviewed 6 August 2026. Total Cubicle Solutions is a trading name of GPG Sales Limited, company number 04099656. We manufacture commercial washroom products in Liverpool and supply projects across the UK.
Ready to specify your IPS panel system?
Send drawings, dimensions or refurbishment photographs. We will review the service positions, environment, access strategy and matching washroom products before preparing a quotation. For initial advice, call 0151 298 1509 or email sales@totalcubicles.co.uk.