Walk In Showers and Wet Rooms

If you're looking to start your bathroom renovation, our range of walk-in showers and wet room shower enclosures has everything you need. From wet room screens and support arms to sealants and squeegees, we offer a complete selection of products for both installation and maintenance. Below, you'll find answers to some common questions to help you with your project.

 

What is a walk-in shower?

Walk-in showers typically consist of a wet room tray and a shower screen, with one side left open for easy entry and exit. The epitome of luxury in the bathroom, walk-in showers offer an elegant, spacious and unhindered showering experience. Some even feature a small area for drying off afterwards. Walk-in showers are also a great choice for those with limited mobility, as they often don’t require the need to open a door or step over a ‘lip’ to enter.

 

What’s the difference between a wet room and a walk-in shower?

A walk-in shower is typically a cubicle that stands independently within the bathroom, featuring glass panels around the outside and a slightly raised shower tray that directs water to a drain. Wet room showers, on the other hand, often feature glass panels as well, but they don't include shower trays. Instead, the water flows directly into a floor drain, with the entire area needing to be waterproofed and tiled from top to bottom.

Walk-in showers aren't just for wet rooms, though. They include shower trays and don’t require the use of a tray former or extensive tiling, making them a kind of middle ground between standard shower enclosures and wet rooms. They maintain a low-level shower tray while offering an open-plan design with shower screens, without the need for a door.

 

What do you need for a walk-in shower?

A walk-in shower typically requires a shower screen, shower tray and shower system, although the exact setup will depend on your bathroom and the type of installation you're planning. You may also need a shower tray waste, support bar or arm for the screen if required, and suitable sealants for finishing.

Unlike traditional shower enclosures, walk-in showers generally don't require a shower door, providing an open entrance to the showering area (hence the 'walk-in shower' name).

 

How large are walk-in showers?

The length of a walk-in shower depends on the user's needs. However, to prevent water from escaping, a walk-in shower should be at least 800mm in length.

Our walk-in shower range starts at 800mm by 800mm and goes up to 1700mm by 900mm, so you're sure to find one that suits your requirements.

 

Are walk-in showers and wet rooms suitable for small bathrooms?

Yes, walk-in showers and wet rooms can work really well in smaller bathrooms when the layout is planned carefully.

• For walk-in showers, a single glass screen and open entrance can make the room feel less enclosed than a shower with a door and frame. However, you'll need to make sure the shower is large enough to contain water effectively and that there is sufficient clearance around the entrance.
• Similarly for wet rooms, the showering area can be incorporated into the wider floor space, although careful planning is needed to position the shower, screen, drainage and other bathroom fittings appropriately.

 

What is the best flooring for a wet room?

For the base of your walk in wet room shower, you need to choose a suitable wet room shower tray.

For the rest of the room, stone and porcelain tiles are the most popular choices for wet room flooring, thanks to their luxurious appearance and durability.

For more inspiration, explore our extensive range of luxury floor tiles. Waterproof vinyl flooring can also be an effective option in some cases.

 

How do you install a walk-in shower or wet room?

Installing a walk-in wet room style shower is a more involved process than fitting a standard shower, as it requires careful planning, floor preparation and full waterproofing to ensure the space is completely watertight. For a step-by-step guide, watch our installation video below:

This video walks you through the full process, including layout planning, drainage installation, waterproofing techniques and tiling, along with expert tips to help you achieve a professional finish.