Latest Designer Bathroom Ideas and How To Guides for your Home

For a more modern look in the bathroom, many people are opting for the latest trend in Walk-in showers: wall-less or door-less models.  Of course, opening the shower area up like this requires taking extra precautionary measures, but it could be just the thing your bathroom needs.

Wall-less showers require some waterproofing in the bathroom.  In this style of shower cubicle, the shower valve, showerhead, and drain are affixed in one corner of the bathroom.  The rest of the bathroom must be waterproofed with a special membrane to prevent mildewing of the walls, countertops, and other items. The floor needs to be sloped toward the drain as well, and sometimes a radiantly heated slab can help to dry the floor more quickly. This option is great for those who need wheelchair access to the shower, since it eliminates the need to manoeuvre around tight corners.  A wall-less shower cubicle might also be a smart choice if you are limited on space in your bathroom.

When going wall-less isn’t possible, many people are opting for a door-less shower enclosure to help eliminate some of the clutter in a small space.  The shower area should be a bit larger, to allow enough space for the water to stream from the showerhead into the shower tray without leaking elsewhere.  Oversplash can cause problems if the shower is not designed correctly.  Angling the shower can help with this problem, as can a built-in lip between the shower and the flooring.  This is an ideal choice for the elderly, the handicapped, or for anyone looking for a clean, modern look.