A wet room is a room completely water-proofed, so you can have a walk-in shower without a tray or shower cubicle. These rooms have both pros and cons like every other home improvement, so it’s vital that you do your research before considering this bathroom appearance. The wet room is ideal for those with a small bathroom, as they won’t need the amount of space that shower cubicles require. They’re easy to clean but can sometimes get a bit messy, leaving the entire bathroom – including the toilet roll etc. – wet. And, if you don’t clean the bathroom floor well enough, you’ll have wet feet every time you enter the bathroom. However you can prevent this by putting in under floor heating; this won’t just keep your bathroom cozily warm, it will help dry the floor quicker after use of the shower.A wet room has a slope which slants down towards an inserted drain, which will allow the water to drain away. This is created by a plywood sub-floor.
You may ask how the room is waterproofed. The room is waterproofed by applying a waterproof membrane under the floor and wall tiles, known as tanking. It’s crucial that the seal between the walls and tiles is good, otherwise leaks might occur and this will be an expensive repair in the future.
It’s also important the correct tiles are used. Porcelain, ceramic, granite and limestone tiles are the best as they are durable and water resistant. It doesn’t matter which type you choose as long as you choose textured non-slip tiles.
Overall, if you are interested in having a wet room, the best idea is to employ a professional company rather than a builder or a plumber. And make sure you see some of their previous work before allowing them to do the job.
