Online bathroom fittings store

Homeowners renovating, small builders, plumbers and bathroom renovators who want a simple way to order.

You mark up the supplier's price on each item. Trade customers can get a small discount in exchange for repeat orders.

• Product knowledge of fittings and sizes
• Customer service and handling returns
• Basic online shop and listing skills

• Plumbing products usually need to meet Australian WaterMark certification, so check each product before you list it
• Check water efficiency (WELS) labelling rules for taps, showers and toilets
• Australian Consumer Law covers refunds, faulty goods and misleading claims, so check your obligations
• Breakage and freight costs on heavy or fragile items such as basins and vanities
• GST registration is required once turnover reaches the threshold

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on your website, how much stock you hold and whether suppliers ship direct. Many items can go straight from a wholesaler or importer.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on your range, pricing and how well you reach renovators and tradies. This is revenue before product, freight and returns costs.

Check that plumbing products meet Australian WaterMark certification before you list them, and check WELS labelling rules for taps, showers and toilets. Also check Australian Consumer Law obligations and GST registration once turnover reaches the threshold.