What is a wet room tray former?

Put simply, a wet room former is a shower tray that sits under the tiling or the type of floor that you have in your wet room. So whether it be as part of an adaptation or for a new luxury wet room in the home, the key is picking the right wet room former for your needs.

What do I put on the floor of a wet room?

The most suitable types of tiles for a wet room floor are Porcelain, Natural Stone or Mosaic tiles. Because of there construction we do not recommend the use of ceramic tiles on a wet room floor, they are however perfect for the wet room walls.

Do you need a shower tray for a wet room?

In a wet room, the entire room is like a sealed, waterproof box. As wet rooms are fully waterproof, there is often no need for a separate shower tray, as the water just drains into a drain in the floor.

What is a floor former?

Well quite simply, a wetroom is a level access shower area with a gradient in the floor to direct the water to the drain. A floor former is similar to a shower tray, but it sits in the floor rather than on it. Once installed it is water-proofed or “Tanked” before tiling.

What is wet room tanking?

Often referred to as waterproofing, tanking is the process of adding an extra layer of protection between the walls and floor and the tiling or flooring you use in the wetroom. There are a number of ways to do this, some work better than others and each work best on different kinds of surface.

How long does a wet room floor last?

These strict regulations mean that wetroom lighting and electronics should last 50 years. It is important to consult a qualified electrician when undertaking any electrical installations in a wetroom.

Why are some tiles not suitable for wet room?

Whilst ceramic tiles are suitable for wet room walls, we would only recommend using porcelain on a wet room floor. Porcelain tiles are denser than ceramic and therefore less porous, harder and more durable long term. Another important factor when choosing your wet room floor tiles is slip resistance.

What’s the difference between a wet room and a walk in shower?

The main difference between a wet room and a walk in shower is pretty simple. Wet rooms are a space which is typically entirely open plan. Walk in showers differ simply because of the inclusion of a low profile shower tray and typically one or two glass screens.

Can you put a wet room on a wooden floor?

Wet rooms are no longer constrained to a solid floor. They can be constructed anywhere – including onto timber floors – thanks to the advances in the design of wet room drainage and waterproofing methods.

Where can I buy a wet room tray?

Wetrooms Online offer a wide range of wetroom kits and wet room trays for creating a walk-in shower floor. All wetroom kits and trays are suitable for use by both professional trade fitters and competent DIY installers alike. Our own range of WetBase™ wetroom kits offer fantastic quality at an unbeatable price.

What do you do with wet room floor formers?

Wet Room Shower Tray Floor Formers Are Used To Create Level Access Shower Areas In Wet Rooms. Wet room floor former trays have a pre-formed gradient in the top surface to drain water towards the waste.

Which is the best shower tray in Ireland?

Our linear shower trays have a 700mm included in the price representing the best value linear shower trays in Ireland Each wet room shower tray is designed for use in conjunction with our insulated tile backer boards for the quickest and most convenient solution.

Can a wheelchair tray be used in a wet room?

The WetBase™ is also available in a linear (long) drain variant, where the drain insert can be tiled to match the remainder of the floor. Alternatively, the Impey Aqua Dec Easy Fit and AKW Tuff Form trays are also suitable for use with wheelchairs and can be finished in a vinyl flooring coating or a tiled floor.