Wet Room – The Traditional Bathroom Alternative

The bathroom is usually one of the most difficult spaces to design when thinking of a renovation project, not least because of careful consideration needed to place all of the bathroom suite. With the bathtub, wash basin and toilet system, all needing an ideally located home as well as other useful fittings such as hand rails and radiators; designing such a space so that it is not only practical but also attractive could become a bit of a headache – especially for those who only have a small space to work with.

Bathroom alternative

One alternative to the traditional bathroom is to opt for a wet room. This idea creates a ‘walk in’ shower room, where no shower tray is required. The whole room becomes the shower and water can be drained away thanks to a gentle slope in the flooring.

Opting for a wet room instead of the traditional bathtub and overhead shower could open up the room making it appear much larger. A wet room is also extremely functional, as it is easy to clean and accessible for everyone. Shower heads can be placed just about anywhere, giving you greater freedom when thinking of the design. Wet rooms do not have any size or room shape limitations and so even the quirkiest of rooms can be easily adapted into a wet room space.

What to consider when designing a wet room

The most important aspect to get right within a wet room is the flooring. Without adequate waterproof matting and durable tiles, the wet room is likely to leak through ceilings and flooring – potentially causing masses of damage to other rooms within the home. The waterproofing should be multi-layered to ensure maximum protection including a polyethylene layer.

Floor tiles can finish a wet room perfectly. Option for floor tiles that complement the wall tiles can make for statement design feature. Many companies, including Crown Tiles, offer a wide range of bathroom floor tiles that can also be used for wet rooms. Such tile are available in a wide selection of sizes, shapes and patterns making it easy to find a tile that you would love for your wet room. Used with grouts and adhesives specifically designed for a wet room, flooring tiles will maintain their durability, giving you peace of mind and enabling you enjoy your new bathroom design.