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______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Trojan

Bathrooms are a key area of the home ; whether it ’ s spending bath time with children , or a relaxing experience after a hard week . Celebrating 50 years in business in 2025 , Trojan is one of Europe ’ s largest manufacturers of acrylic baths , offering high quality products that meet the demands of bathroom distributors and the consumer markets across the continent .

Founded in 1975 as a family business based in Huddersfield , Yorkshire , Trojan has grown from small , humble beginnings to one of Europe ’ s largest and most trusted manufacturers of acrylic baths and more recently , shower trays . The business has built a strong reputation for high quality products and continues to invest in its plants and equipment to stay ahead of the competition with innovative designs .
Given Trojan ’ s reputation , the company ’ s baths are made from sanitary-grade cell cast acrylic and are designed to provide comfort and relaxation , as well as a 25-year guarantee . Trojan also offers a whirlpool and air spa fitting service to its range of baths under its Aquair brand . In addition , Trojan offers a range of specialist walk-in baths under the Bathe Easy brand – products designed and aimed at the less abled market .
Baths are not the only high-quality product on offer though ; Trojan also produces bath panels and sources complementary bath shower screens . The acquisition of specialist shower tray manufacturer , Traymate , in 2021 , strengthened Trojan ’ s portfolio as it aims to be a more complete solutions provider for its trusting and loyal customers . Originally based in Purfleet , Essex , Traymate was relocated to Huddersfield in May 2023 . A dedicated shower tray factory sits one mile away from the bath plant and manufactures a range of low profile , ultramodern gel coat stone resin bonded shower trays using premium raw materials to offer the market a product that is durable and modern looking .
Trojan operates from three dedicated sites in Huddersfield : Ramsden Mills , Firm Mills , and Ashbrow Mills . Ramsden Mills is an 11-acre site in Milnsbridge that houses three separate bath manufacturing facilities , each designed with a
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