WALK-IN SHOWERS

QWe want to update our en suite bathroom and include a walk-in shower.we have timber first floors.what do we need to know before successfully including a walk-in shower?

ROY, GUILDFORD

Altering an existing bathroom to include a walk-in shower is generally a straightforward task because the required waste pipes and water supplies will already be in the room. However, it is important to check the location of all pipes in the room to ensure that the new tray can be installed flush to the floor.this can often be achieved by using a low-level shower tray or a wetroom kit.

The waste pipe will need to be below the floor level to allow you to sink the tray as required. Any pipes or cables currently under the area of the new enclosure will need to be lowered or completely moved to allow for the change.

If the waste is not under the floor level, it will need to be repositioned to allow for the new suite. It is also important to ensure the whole showering area, plus a clearance zone, can be waterproofed, so check that the floor will accept additional boarding/tanking as well as tiles at the door way as these will lift the floor level.