Kartell K-VIT Sanctuary Bathroom Furniture: The Complete 2026 Shaker Guide

Kartell K-VIT Sanctuary is the range shaker fans have been waiting for — classic framed doors, four gorgeous matt colours including the show-stopping Corymbia Green, all made in the UK and backed by a 5 year guarantee. Where most traditional-style bathroom furniture is imported, flat-packed and flimsy, Sanctuary is genuine British-built cabinetry with soft-close doors and drawers throughout, ceramic basins included, and prices at Essential Bathrooms that sit dramatically below the printed brochure.

This is the complete guide to the Sanctuary collection: every unit, every colour, every price — plus how Sanctuary compares to its sibling ranges, Kartell K-VIT Dove and Kartell K-VIT Urban.

What Makes the Sanctuary Range Special?

• Classic shaker styling — framed doors and drawer fronts with neat fitted handles, the timeless look that suits period homes and new builds alike
• Made in the UK — genuine British-built cabinetry, not flat-pack imports
• Four matt colours — Matt White, Corymbia Green, Matt Anthracite and Torro Oak, with every unit available in all four
• Soft-close everything — every door and drawer closes silently
• Ceramic basins included — every vanity unit ships complete with its quality white ceramic basin
• 5 year guarantee — Kartell's full manufacturer warranty on every unit

Why Shaker Furniture Works So Well in Bathrooms

Shaker design has survived two centuries of trends for a reason: the simple framed panel adds depth and craftsmanship to a room without ever feeling fussy. In a bathroom it does something gloss flat-fronts can't — it adds warmth. Pair the framed profile with a forgiving matt finish (no water marks, no fingerprints, no glare) and you get furniture that looks like it was fitted by a joiner, feels at home in a Victorian terrace or a 2026 new build, and won't date the way high-gloss did. Sanctuary takes that formula and adds modern essentials underneath: soft-close hardware, practical drawer options and wall-hung pieces for a lighter look.

The Four Sanctuary Colours

Corymbia Green is the headline act — a soft, botanical sage that has become *the* bathroom colour of the moment. It brings instant warmth and character, looks sensational against brushed brass taps, natural wood accents and crisp white ceramic, and turns even a small cloakroom into a statement. Matt White is the timeless classic — calm and bright without gloss glare, letting the shaker detailing do the talking. Matt Anthracite brings the drama — a deep, sophisticated charcoal that makes white basins pop and pairs superbly with matt black or brushed brass brassware. Torro Oak adds natural warmth — a rich wood-tone finish that softens the room and sits beautifully alongside greenery and stone. Every single unit in the range comes in all four colours, so you can mix sizes freely and everything still matches.

Sanctuary Vanity Units

500mm 2 Door Floor Standing Unit — from £263.45 (RRP £479)

The compact classic. At 848mm high, 510mm wide and 400mm deep it suits en-suites and smaller family bathrooms, with two soft-close shaker doors and the FUR063PU white ceramic basin included. Available in Matt White, Corymbia Green, Matt Anthracite and Torro Oak.

600mm 2 Door Floor Standing Unit — from £290.95 (RRP £529)

The most popular size in the range. The extra width buys a bigger basin (FUR057PU included) and noticeably more cupboard space in the same 848mm-high shaker carcass. Choose Matt White, Corymbia Green, Matt Anthracite or Torro Oak.

600mm 2 Drawer Floor Standing Unit — from £356.95 (RRP £649)

The premium pick. Two full-width soft-close drawers behind classic shaker fronts put everything within reach — no crouching and rummaging at the back of a cupboard. Basin included. In Matt White, Corymbia Green, Matt Anthracite and Torro Oak.

600mm 2 Drawer Wall Mounted Unit — from £329.45 (RRP £599)

Shaker with a contemporary twist. Wall mounting keeps every inch of floor visible so the room feels bigger and cleaning takes seconds, with two soft-close drawers and the ceramic basin included at 588mm high. In Matt White, Corymbia Green, Matt Anthracite and Torro Oak.

Sanctuary WC Unit — from £147.95 (RRP £269)

The 500mm WC unit hides your cistern and pipework behind a classic shaker front just 247mm deep, with a worktop that doubles as a shelf. And here's the bit you won't find anywhere else: at Essential Bathrooms you can add the Kartell ACC001N concealed cistern straight from the dropdown — with your choice of chrome, matt black or brushed brass push button to match your taps and shower. Available in Matt White, Corymbia Green, Matt Anthracite and Torro Oak.

Sanctuary Wall Mounted Tall Unit — from £202.95 (RRP £369)

Every bathroom needs proper storage. The Sanctuary tall unit packs 1200mm of shelving into a slim 300mm width, wall hung to keep the floor clear, with two soft-close shaker doors. It tucks neatly beside any vanity or WC unit. In Matt White, Corymbia Green, Matt Anthracite and Torro Oak.

The 1100mm L-Shaped Furniture Packs — from £522.23 (RRP £949.50)

The complete fitted shaker bathroom in one order: the 600mm 2 door vanity unit, L-shape WC unit, a one-piece L-shaped ceramic basin and the ACC001N concealed cistern in a seamless 1100mm run — with your choice of push button finish, and a healthy saving over buying the pieces separately. Each pack comes in left hand (basin on the left) or right hand (basin on the right) to suit your layout.

Left hand: Matt White | Corymbia Green | Matt Anthracite | Torro Oak

Right hand: Matt White | Corymbia Green | Matt Anthracite | Torro Oak

Sanctuary vs Dove vs Urban: Which Kartell Range Is Right for You?

Kartell's three 2026 furniture collections share the same UK-made carcasses, dimensions, soft-close hardware and 5 year guarantee — the personality is all in the fronts. Sanctuary is the traditional choice: framed shaker doors with fitted handles, four colours including Corymbia Green and Torro Oak. Dove is the customiser's range: smooth flat fronts where you choose your own bar handles in chrome, matt black or brushed brass to echo your brassware. Urban is the minimalist: completely handleless with integrated grip recesses for clean, uninterrupted lines. Period property or farmhouse feel? Sanctuary. Want furniture jewellery that matches your taps? Dove. Sleek and architectural? Urban. Whichever you choose, the build quality underneath is identical — and every range gets our exclusive cistern push-button options.

Styling Tips: Making Sanctuary Sing

Corymbia Green loves brushed brass — pair the green units with brass taps, a brass-framed mirror and the brushed brass cistern button for a look straight out of a design magazine. Matt Anthracite suits matt black brassware and large-format grey tiles for a moody, hotel-style scheme. Matt White with chrome and metro tiles is the failsafe classic, while Torro Oak shines against warm whites, rattan and plenty of plants. Whatever the colour, finish the suite with the matching tall unit — clear worktops are what make a fitted bathroom feel genuinely calm.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kartell K-VIT Sanctuary furniture made in the UK?

Yes — every Sanctuary unit is manufactured in the United Kingdom and backed by Kartell's 5 year guarantee.

What colours does the Sanctuary range come in?

Four matt finishes: Matt White, Corymbia Green, Matt Anthracite and Torro Oak. Every unit is available in all four colours.

What is shaker-style bathroom furniture?

Shaker furniture features a framed, recessed-panel door design with simple fitted handles — a classic look that adds depth and craftsmanship, suiting both period and contemporary homes.

What is the difference between Sanctuary, Dove and Urban?

All three share the same UK-made carcasses and dimensions. Sanctuary has shaker-style framed doors with fitted handles, Dove has flat fronts with a choice of bar handle finishes, and Urban is fully handleless with integrated grip recesses.

Do Sanctuary vanity units come with a basin?

Yes — the 500mm unit includes the FUR063PU white ceramic basin, and all 600mm units include the FUR057PU basin. The price you see includes the basin.

Do the Sanctuary WC units include a cistern?

The cistern is optional on the WC unit — choose the ACC001N concealed cistern from the dropdown with a chrome, matt black or brushed brass push button. The 1100mm furniture packs include the cistern as standard.

Are the L-shaped furniture packs available left and right handed?

Yes — both. Left hand places the basin on the left, right hand on the right, so the pack can suit any room layout.

Shop the Sanctuary Range

The complete Kartell K-VIT Sanctuary collection is live now at Essential Bathrooms, with every unit heavily discounted against RRP and fast UK delivery. Pick your colour, mix your sizes, match your push button — and get the fitted shaker bathroom without the fitted-bathroom price tag.