An open floor plan aims to create a coherent environment without divider walls. Wet rooms, a variation of that same idea, are a popular choice in bathrooms today. It provides more than just an improved bathroom experience because it can also increase safety and convenience for anyone using it. A wet room can be just as elegant and functional as a regular bathroom space if it is correctly designed and constructed by a qualified bathroom renovation contractor.
What Is a Wet Room?
A wet room is exactly as it sounds. The shower is on the same level as the rest of the floor in a waterproof or “tanked” bathroom. It also has a central drain, which means the floor slightly slopes toward it. Because the walls and floor are sealed with a waterproof membrane, there is little chance of damage from pooling water.
Regardless if the floor is wood or concrete, a wet room can be built on both the ground and higher floors of your home and is a great way to optimize space. It is also a sanitary solution suited for the whole family because the shower requires less maintenance and cleaning than a typical bathroom.
How Does It Differ From a Regular Bathroom?
A traditional full bathroom has a shower area that is already considered a “wet room.” Glass panels can separate it from the rest of the room to prevent water from splashing. Wet rooms don’t have shower doors like standard bathrooms. Instead, glass panels divide the space.
Wet rooms are comparable to walk-in showers, except they have an open floor plan and a single drainage unit. Your home remodel contractor can also incorporate shower screens into your wet room makeover plan to reduce water spray.
Is It Ideal for Your Home?
Wet rooms are an easy-to-maintain alternative to regular bathrooms. It has minimal lines on the floor and walls, making most of the area easy to clean. Plus, since it helps to give the impression that the space is larger, the open-floor design is perfect for smaller bathroom spaces.
A wet room remodel can be perfect for seniors and others with restricted mobility. No raised or lowered areas cause accidental injuries on the floors. The floor plan can be created with safety and accessibility in mind so that all bathroom users can experience comfort and convenience.
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Watch out for the second part of this blog series, where we discuss a few tips and considerations for designing a wet room.
