Choosing Your Shower Enclosure
Finding the perfect shower enclosure is very important but can be very confusing. Use our expertise and the know-how below to make the task quick & simple.
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What Type of Shower Enclosure are You Looking for?
Shower Enclosures
What Is A Shower Enclosure?
A doored shower enclosure is often referred to as a shower cubicle and can be placed anywhere in your bathroom if your plumbing allows it.
Available in a range of styles and sizes - to suit both modern and traditional interiors - shower enclosures are ideal for large and small bathrooms alike.
From bold black and sleek chrome to frameless options that add a touch of designer styling, our shower doors are available in sliding and bi-fold designs to suit your space.
Smaller shower enclosures (800mm & 900mm) feature triple sliding glass panels to increase entry space and our selection of quadrant enclosures offer neat space-saving solutions for smaller bathrooms and ensuites.
Why Choose A Shower Enclosure?
- Fully enclosed “cubicle” style, to keep the rest of the room dry
- Ideal option for difficult shaped bathrooms, will fit snugly into any corner of your bathroom or en-suite
- Space-saving with sliding & bi-fold door options
- Stylish and practical alternative to a bath
What do I need to complete my enclosure?
- Shower door
- Glass end panel (for corner enclosures)
- Shower tray, and tray riser kit if your pipework is above the floor
SHOWER ENCLOSURES DESIGNED TO FIT ANY SPACE
KEY PRODUCT AND SAFETY FEATURES:
1950mm height glass to contain more splashes
Toughened glass made to EN 14428 standards for safety and quality
Protective glass coating to repel dirt, grime and soap residue
Manufactured from high grade aluminium for durability
For left of right door opening
Industry-leading long life 10 year guarantee for peace of mind
Walk In Enclosures
What Is A Walk In Shower?
As the name suggests, a walk in shower allows you to simply walk in and shower.
Unlike a standard shower enclosure, walk in showers feature no doors, hinges, or runners, meaning they create a clean and modern look that is accessible to everyone and easier to keep clean.
Usually installed on top of a shower tray, a walk in shower’s doorless design makes it a fabulous choice for families with young children and people with limited mobility.
Available in recessed, corner, or floating designs to suit your space, walk in showers offer a stylish and practical showering solution that lasts.
Why Choose A Walk In Shower?
- Minimalist and open plan style
- Completely free of doors, making the very best use of space
- Easy to keep clean
- Great option for small or large bathrooms
What do I need to complete my enclosure?
- Glass shower screen
- Glass screen return panel (optional)
- Glass end panel (optional)
- Glass screen support arms, or floor to ceiling support poles
- Shower tray, and tray riser kit if your pipework is above the floor
WALK IN ENCLOSURES DESIGNED TO FIT ANY SPACE
KEY PRODUCT AND SAFETY FEATURES:
1950mm height glass to contain more splashes
Toughened glass made to EN 14428 standards for safety and quality
Protective glass coating to repel dirt, grime and soap residue
Manufactured from high grade aluminium for durability
For left of right shower entry
Industry-leading long life 10 year guarantee for peace of mind
Wet Room Enclosures
What Is A Wet Room?
A wet room is quite simply a bathroom in which the floor and the walls are sealed with a waterproof membrane to prevent water damage.
Designed with a sloping gradient, unlike shower enclosures and walk ins, a wet room does not feature a shower tray because water is channelled through a drain that is set into the floor.
Essentially, the entire floor of a wet room becomes the shower tray and the room itself becomes the enclosure.
An effective and stylish way of utilising bathroom space, a wet room can be installed on both the ground and upper floors of your home and can increase the value of your property.
Why Buy A Wet Room?
- Perfect for those who want a contemporary look
- Uses floor space more efficiently, and can make your bathroom feel more luxurious and spa-like
- Easy to clean & perfect for those with limited mobility
- Adds value to your home, classed as a “second bathroom”
What do I need to complete my enclosure?
- Glass shower screen
- Glass screen return panel (optional)
- Glass end panel (optional)
- Glass screen support arms or floor to ceiling support poles
- Wet room drain
WET ROOM ENCLOSURES DESIGNED TO FIT ANY SPACE
KEY PRODUCT AND SAFETY FEATURES:
1950mm height glass to contain more splashes
Toughened glass made to EN 14428 standards for safety and quality
Protective glass coating to repel dirt, grime and soap residue
Manufactured from high grade aluminium for durability
Durable Stainless steel drains to quickly drain water away
Industry-leading long life 10 year guarantee for peace of mind
Not sure which type you need? Take a look at our full range of enclosures, walk ins and wet rooms here
Choosing Your Enclosure Floor
Once you have chosen your desired type of enclosure, it’s time to decide what type shower tray, or wet room floor, you would like. Here at Big Bathroom Shop, there are three standard styles of shower trays, including: square, rectangular and quadrant.
If you are looking for an easy, all-in-one solution, we advise purchasing a shower enclosure with a tray. The tray is designed to precisely fit your shower and available in a variety of finishes including slate effect, for a shower area the oozes style. If you have your eyes on a wet room, you need to opt for a wet room drain.
Shower Trays & Riser Kits
Discover our exquisite range of shower trays and riser kits to add those important finishing touches and create a truly bespoke shower style.
Explore our variety of luxury finishes
Wet Room Drains
A drain is a crucial element when creating any wet room. From tile inserts to stainless steel corner drains, all of our wet room drains are designed to quickly channel water away.
A selection of shapes and sizes available
Choosing Your Enclosure Style
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