North Leeds Plumbing & Heating – Home Improvement and DIY Advice

The shower cubicle can be as simple or as extravagant one wishes; choosing the correct shower enclosure to suit the bathroom can help to really make the bathroom the centrepiece of the whole house. The shower enclosures comprise of not only the enclosure walls, but also the shower tray, doors and of course the shower unit itself. Some shower enclosures can go from floor to ceiling, and can become almost like a steam room when being used.

Using a shower enclosure rather than shower curtains is preferable as an enclosure is completely waterproof, easier to clean and of course, solid. For added privacy the shower enclosure walls can be frosted and not just clear glass. For an already enclosed unit, for example, a shower in a recessed area, shower doors can be used to make the area waterproof. The shower doors can be one complete piece or bi-folding with hinges.

A shower enclosure with sliding doors can be an excellent space saver in a smaller sized bathroom. Another way to save space in a small bathroom is to add enclosure walls and a sliding door to a shower already situated over a bath.

When choosing a shower enclosure it is important to make sure that it is suitable for the whole family. High bases may not be suitable for those with mobility issues, and there must be plenty of space to turn around safely.  For those who have difficulty standing too long, there must be room to place a small chair or stool, so that they can shower in comfort.