Walk In Shower Enclosure: A buyer’s guide
Did you know that a well-designed and executed bathroom can add 4-5% onto the value of your property? For this reason, along with your bathroom being the one room you’re most likely to relax and have some ‘you’ time in, it could be deemed as one of the most important rooms in your house.
Regardless of the size of the space you’re working with, there are endless options for your bathroom. At JT Spas, we’re specialists in all things luxury bathroom furniture. And we’re here to tell you all about the world of walk in shower enclosures.
What is a walk in shower enclosure?
A walk in shower enclosure is a type of shower which is slightly raised from the floor and doesn’t have a door. Rather than needing to step over your bath, or open a door to get into a shower, you simply walk straight in - minding the slight step.
A walk in shower enclosure is made up of the enclosure itself (normally this consists of glass panels) and the tray (the base - this is what catches the water and where you stand). Although a tray isn’t always needed - depending on your requirements.
Walk in shower enclosures are available in various styles, shapes and sizes, come with a variety of different features and are incredibly distinctive pieces of luxury bathroom furniture. As well as being attractive and stylish, walk in shower enclosures also promote independence and accessibility for those less abled.
Jupiter Mercury walk in shower enclosure from JT Spas
Who needs a walk in shower enclosure?
Most people could benefit from walk in shower enclosures, but here are just a few types of people who may benefit especially.
- Those looking to transform their bathroom design
For one of the most important rooms in the house, it can be easy to play it safe when it comes to bathroom decor. If you’re looking to completely transform the look and feel of your bathroom, including a much more luxury experience, a walk in shower enclosure is a great option for you.
- Those less abled
If you or someone you live with is eldery or disbaled, a walk in shower enclosure is a fantastic way of promoting independence and aiding accessibility. The ability to walk straight into a walk in shower enclosure, without it being as much of a maneuver as with other showering alternatives, means people are much more likely to be able to live their lives with limited assistance.
- Children and babies
As soon as little ones turn a certain age, they’re craving independence. But when it comes to bathing/showering, it can be worrying to let them do too much alone for fear of them causing themselves harm. Walk in shower enclosures make it easy for children and babies to get in and out with minimal assistance from their parents. Plus some trays have anti-slip surfaces to make things even safer.
What should I think about when opting for a walk in shower enclosure?
As with any piece of furniture, there are some things you’ll need to think about before finalising your decision.
- Where will the walk in shower be positioned?
Due to convenience and making the most of what little space bathrooms seem to have, walk in shower enclosures tend to be placed in corners.
- How much room do you have to play with?
Walk in shower enclosures come in lots of different styles and sizes to suit your needs. However, they’re most commonly sold with the tray around the size of a bathtub - so it’s important to make sure you have enough room to fit everything in.
If your bathroom is relatively small, a walk in shower enclosure could make for a swish alternative to a bath, whilst also acting as a luxury focal point for the room. However, if you’re lucky enough to have a large bathroom, you may be opting for a walk in shower enclosure as well as a bath - the choice is yours.
And don’t forget that walk in shower enclosures don’t have doors and this in itself saves a lot of space.
- What shape shower enclosure would you like?
The shape of your walk in shower enclosure is important to consider. For example, you may opt for a rectangular shape because you’re more interested in angular design features. It’s mainly down to personal preference and the amount of space you have.
Where can I find a walk in shower enclosure?
The best place to find a walk in shower enclosure is from a luxury bathroom furniture supplier like JT Spas. Using a supplier such as ourselves will assure you that you’re making your luxury investment through bathroom furniture specialists. And more importantly, whilst you’ll be getting the best quality furniture, things will stay affordable.