Why Select High-Quality Shower Drains for Stunning Wet Room Design

A wet room is a fully waterproofed bathroom with an open shower area, where the floors and walls are designed to handle water exposure.

One of the most important aspects to consider when designing a wet room is your shower drain. With a great range of available designs, homeowners and those in the construction industry alike will be spoilt for choice.

However, it’s important to balance practicality and performance with aesthetics for the best results.

Key information about wetroom drainage solutions

Wet rooms are a fantastic solution for the modern home, prioritising setting a shower area flush to the floor to maximise space and seamless design. The decision to create a wet room over a traditional bathroom often comes when properties must be low-maintenance with a high visual impact that will elevate a home space.

Discover UK shower drains from Wetrooms Design that will give you peace of mind whether you hope to find a wetroom drain for concrete or timber floor constructions. They can even be integrated into various finishes, including vinyl flooring, tiled flooring, and microcement, for a perfect, flush fit and sophisticated style that will catch the eye. We focus on providing high-quality linear and square shower slot drain stainless steel options for a sleek yet durable finish for wet room drainage channels that will last when you want a new bathroom installed.

Shower drain and waste system types

As there are simply so many options available, it can be a worthwhile idea to understand a little more about shower drain types to make the right selection.

Square model options

Square shower channel drains are found in many houses as they have many benefits. They provide a four-way water flow, suitable for any bathroom. A square shower channel drain can be easily installed into many tiled designs and layouts. These typically come with accessories like a waste system, piping (with various pipe length and pipe diameter options), and a shower grate to prevent small items from going down the floor shower drain.

Linear model options

Linear drains can sometimes be known as gully or trough shower drains for their long and narrow design that can be chosen in different lengths. If you are upgrading or designing a space that has minimal floor elevation, these can be an excellent solution to tackle potential issues. Gully options can also be fitted against the wall or closer to the center of the space, making them a little more versatile than their square counterparts. These will often come with their linear drain cover, with a fitted channel membrane for waterproofing, waste traps, and even adjustable feet for height.

Selecting the right shower drain

Now that you know the intrinsic features of square and linear models, it’s time to look at the top considerations when choosing the right one for your design. Shower waste channel models will function differently and a walk-in shower drain will need to meet your expectations use after use, so here are our top tips:

Consider your floor space

Whether you are hoping to install hidden shower drains, shower slot drains, or anything in between, you will need to consider the slope of the floor and give water enough space to properly reach the drain (some can be fitted near the wall). Linear drains are fantastic for larger areas with a low elevation, while square options can seamlessly blend into many floor types if you want a shower drain channel and stainless steel shower drain design to fit existing tiles or entirely new flooring solutions.

Don’t overlook the flow rate

Wet rooms vary in layout, capacity, and usage, making flow rate and shower waste channels essential for preventing flooding and extended drying times. High-usage spaces, such as those in gyms or hotels, will benefit from higher-profile models with a more significant flow rate to efficiently manage water output, ensuring quick drainage and minimizing the risk of water-related issues. Proper drainage design enhances functionality and user experience.

Always keep aesthetics at the forefront of your decisions

You should select a style that complements the space’s aesthetic. However, if installing a channel drain for showers in a new build project, it is also important to consider the house’s specifications and what potential buyers will find appealing. The good news is you can find drainage for surfaces such as carpets or tiled floors. You can even select from finishes such as gold, brass, or stainless steel. Shower drains are also constructed using PVD technology that surpasses the standards of most modern wet room drain manufacturers. This ensures that you don’t need to choose between style and practicality.

Will high-quality shower drains be worthwhile?

Top-specification shower drains are likely to come at a cost, but it’s no secret that you get what you pay for. Be sure to invest in a solution with quality at its core, from components to finish, to transform your washroom, provide peak performance, and last.

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