Interactive Wash Basins

⭐ ⭐ (916 endorsements) 📥 42,719 downloads 📌 v1.3 📅 10/18/2021
⚪ Last updated 2022

By simsim899 · Immersion

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 2/11/2022 📅 Created: 10/18/2021
⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
1🛠️ SKSE64 — Skyrim Script Extender 64 Download ↗
2🔧 USSEP — Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
4🧩 Address Library — Address Library for SKSE Plugins Download ↗
5🔧 SSE Engine Fixes — SSE Engine Fixes Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 2.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #83 of 150 Immersion mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Have you ever felt like those static wash basins you find scattered throughout homes and inns in Skyrim should have more of a use? Well, now they do! Interactive Wash Basins replaces all wash basins in Skyrim with interactive versions which allow you to clean yourself up.

Activating a wash basin will cause the player to quickly wash themselves with an animation and sound effect, and give a temporary "Clean" buff. The buff grants 50% disease resistance and 10% increase to health regeneration speed for 4 hours.

Requirements

SKSE64 - this mod comes with an SKSE64 DLL plugin. It will not function correctly without SKSE64.

Load Order

This mod should be placed near the top of your load order, before any mods that make changes to interiors.

Note: If any mods move a wash basin and are loaded after mine (as they should be), the wash basin will not be interactive, but the wash basin will retain the placement dictated by the other mod. To make the wash basin interactive again, you must use the conversion power detailed in the Compatibility section below.

Uninstallation

You should not remove this mod mid-playthrough if you have used the conversion power, as it will result in any basins you have converted being missing. However if you don't mind this, then it is okay to remove as it won't harm anything.

Compatible

Unofficial Patch (USSEP) - all changes have been forwarded.

Keep It Clean - built-in compatibility.

Dirt and Blood - built-in compatibility.

Not Compatible

Any mods which modify the cannibal feeding animation (I don't know of any that do this but they could exist)

Mods which replace the wash basin model will need a patch, otherwise all wash basins will return to their vanilla look.

Audio Mods

If you have a mod that replaces audio files, let it overwrite my mod. The way this mod functions means I need to include two vanilla sound files - it doesn't matter if a mod changes these files, they just must not be packed into a BSA.

Mods which add new wash basins or move existing wash basins

I have added a special power that can be used to automatically convert any static wash basin into an interactable version. Because this power is specifically for compatibility, I have made it only accessible using the console. Just type in the console "help convert" and look for a spell called "Convert Wash Basins". To add it to your character, type "player.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Interactive Wash Basins makes every wash basin in Skyrim usable, adding an animation, sound effect, and a temporary 'clean' buff. A simple immersion mod with strong community support (916 endorsements) and frequent downloads, last updated in February 2022.

✨ Key Features

All wash basins in Skyrim become interactive.
Using a basin triggers an animation and sound effect.
Applies a temporary 'clean' buff to your character.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 916 endorsements and over 42k downloads.
  • Adds a simple but immersive touch to vanilla Skyrim.
  • Lightweight and focused—does exactly what it says.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2022, so may have compatibility issues with newer Skyrim versions or mods.
  • The 'clean' buff is temporary and provides no gameplay depth beyond flavor.
  • Potential conflicts with mods that alter wash basin meshes or animations.
🎯 Is This For You?
For roleplayers and immersion enthusiasts who want to make Skyrim's world feel more alive. If you're into survival or needs mods, this pairs well. Skip if you're looking for gameplay mechanics—this is purely cosmetic and atmospheric.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to install and manage this mod easily.
  • Check if your Skyrim version is compatible, as the mod hasn't been updated since 2022.
  • Load this mod after other mods that affect wash basins to ensure it works correctly.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
simsim899
Version
1.3
Downloads
42,719
Endorsements
916
Category
Immersion
Created
10/18/2021
Updated
2/11/2022

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