Wetroom Design Standards and Considerations

Although the concept of the domestic wetroom is relatively recent, you will find that the idea is now completely developed. A wetroom is considered to be a completely watertight bathroom without a separate shower tray. The walk-in shower area is somewhat in level with the surrounding floor, but some designs of wet room may have a floor that is higher than the surrounding.

 

 The level of the wetroom is purely the choice of the owner; there is nothing right or wrong about the level of the wetroom. Only concern for some people is if there are any handicapped family members. By and large, wetrooms are considered to be more convenient than the conventional bathrooms or the traditional shower rooms.

Most people who don’t have wetrooms are not aware of the beauty that lies within it. And those who are aware of its beauty are not very sure of constructing it. In the UK, there is growing trend for wetroooms, but the costs of constructing them are also increasing by the day. There are some DIY or do it yourself kits that are considered to be good enough for people who have some construction experience. 

If you have no clue or idea of how to construct walls or floors, then you should never attempt to build the wetroom on your own. In addition to the domestic properties, you will find that wetrooms are also growing in popularity in commercial properties as well. These showers are very much needed where there are some people in wheel chairs. There are several comparisons made between the wet room and the conventional shower tray. 

In fact, experts believe that the wetroom is more versatile than the conventional shower trays. Due to the enclosure of the wet room, the homeowner has additional options in the wetroom design. When you have a good look at the wet room, you will feel that the showering area blends very well with the rest of the wet room; this is one of the beauties of the wet room. When you enter one of the wetrooms, you will get a dual feeling—a feeling of spaciousness and a feeling of minimalism. 

That is because there are perceptions that are put to test out in the wetrooms. When you don’t have much space in your home, then you may consider constructing ccl wetrooms. By and large, it has been observed that wetrooms make the best use of limited space and they generally don’t need a fixed shower screen. 

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Advantages of a Wetroom

Wetrooms have much of what you expect to find in a traditional bathroom. The main difference is the shower cubicle drains directly into the floors, which are specially waterproofed or 'tanked', without the need for more usual shower tray or shower screen. Apart from its traditional aspect, a wetroom has lot of advantages, some of which are discussed below:

Mobility access and safety factor

  

For people with restricted mobility, the main advantage of a wet room is the level access to the shower.  People, who find raised steps a challenge and particularly the wheelchair users, find that they can easily access the shower because there's no need for a shower tray.

A wetroom can also be fitted with slip resistant flooring to reduce the chances of slipping, thereby increasing the safety factor. 

Style and durability

 

By removing the bath tub, a wet room can open up your bathroom to create a more attractive space. Smaller rooms where the more usual type of shower may not fit in can be especially benefitted by these wetrooms.  The extensive range of variety from wooden to waterproof material help you chose the wetroom of your choice.

Moreover, the 'tanking' process protects the room from moisture damage and water leaks, prolonging the life of tiles and grout.

East to maintain

Wetrooms are generally easier to maintain as there is no shower tray or screen and fewer nooks and crannies to clean. This can be an important consideration if your mobility is impaired.

If you’re planning to install a wetroom looking at the advantages, you should contact an experienced wetroom specialist to get a quality service because proper installation is an important factor to enjoy the advantages.

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