Wet Room Ideas On a Budget

If you want the best of both worlds – the statement finish of a wet room without the dent to your bank balance – a walk-in shower provides the perfect compromise.

Quite simply, installing a wet room makes your bathroom entirely open plan, which is why tanking is required – the process of inserting a water resilient membrane beneath your tiles to lay the foundation for wet room flooring and to make your bathroom fully waterproof.

Walk-in showers, on the other hand, have a low-profile shower tray and at least one glass screen to stop the water spraying everywhere. The latter still gives you that luxury look, easy accessibility and minimal maintenance, but it removes the need for the expensive flooring renovation. Win, win!

1. Shower enclosure

Before you get started with your DIY wet room, you need to decide on the look and feel of your shower enclosure. Shower enclosures come in all shapes, sizes, styles, and prices, so take the time to find one that fits your budget and your vision. Walk-in showers can be a great option for a wet room or alternatively, our hinged shower door is a luxurious alternative.

2. Shower tray

Next up is your shower tray. Square, rectangle, pentagon, or quadrant. White or slate. 25mm, 40mm or 90mm high. When it comes to your tray, there’s plenty of choice. We have recently introduced our new Mira Flight Level shower tray, which is also available in a slate effect finish. With a sleek and minimalist design that sits just 25mm high, it’s perfect for the wet room aesthetic.

3. Showerhead

If you’re revamping your shower, why not update your showerhead too to bring it in-line with your new luxury look?

You can get fittings for as little as £25, or if you have additional budget to play with, consider a digital shower for a truly modern and luxurious showering experience. A new showerhead can make all the difference to the end result.

1. Choose a warm colour palette

While a light and bright palette can help to make a room look bigger, too much white could make your wet room feel cold or clinical. Consider warmer, earthy tones instead, and you could even bring in wooden or stone accents for extra warmth.

2. Go for large tiles

Large tiles work well in a small wet room in particular, as fewer grout lines make the space feel bigger. Large tiles also make leaks less likely. Be sure to choose non-porous bathroom tiles like ceramic or porcelain, as porous materials like slate, marble and limestone need to be resealed every few months to prevent water damage.