What Type Of Shower Enclosure Is Best For You?A shower enclosure will be a necessary purchase when planning any bathroom with a shower in it unless you are having a wet room which is watertight and able to take a shower without any enclosure of any kind. A shower enclosure ensures that the water is contained in a controlled manner and the first thing you will need to install will be a shower tray. This will sit on the bottom of the shower on the floor and will be what you stand in when taking your shower.
Whether you are installing a power shower or a steam shower, you will need to consider the design of the enclosure. A walk in shower enclosure will not necessarily have doors but may just have an opening in the glass or plastic walls of the shower surround which you step into. It may also incorporate a drying area and can be both practical and stylish to look at.
If you prefer to have doors then you can choose from a wide range of styles and types. If space is an issue consider a shower over your bath tub with either a shower curtain or a bathtub enclosure to keep the water from splashing everywhere. Shower doors can be either one way opening or sliding or folding depending on your space. The benefits of a shower are that it looks good and modern and can be easily installed and maintained.
Shower enclosures are easy to clean with just a squeegee or sponge. If you live in a hard water area consider installing a water softener to help with the problem of limescale which leaves ugly marks on plastic and glass shower surrounds. These should be dried after each shower to avoid unsightly and unhealthy mold and mildew occurring.
Whatever style of shower enclosure you go for, make sure that you measure your space properly before buying. Some shower enclosures only install one way, either left or right, and some have larger drying areas which means they take up more room. If you regularly shower with someone else, then consider a dual person shower but obviously allow for the extra room this will take up.
A shower is only one component of a successful bathroom. If you are remodeling your bathroom and considering a walk in shower enclosure, be sure to visit a bathroom store to see if it is suitable for your needs. |
