When it comes to designer bathrooms that make a real statement, a wet room is hard to beat.
With its minimalist design and clean, tiled surfaces, a wet room can look simply stunning, even in the smallest of bathrooms. So, if you're looking for some superb wet room ideas, you've come to the right place.
Before looking at some creative wet room designs, let's first debunk some myths around wet rooms.
Wet room myths debunked
Many people are put off the idea of a wet room because they feel replacing their bathtub with a shower room will make it harder to sell their property. But do you really need a bath to sell your home? Are you actually planning on moving out any time soon? Did you know a professionally-fitted wet room can actually increase the value of your property?
Another reason many people shy away from installing a wet room is the thought that it might leak. The idea of a room directly above your head where water cascades directly onto the floor can fill you with dread. However, a wet room is purpose-built to contain and channel water, something a regular bathroom isn't exactly designed to do. By waterproofing your bathroom and creating a wet room, you actually drastically reduce the risk of leaks.
Finally, the cost and perceived difficulty in installing a wet room is another reason why many don't consider it. However, a purpose-built shower room is easier and cheaper to install than you'd think, adding value in the long run. You can even follow our step by step guide with video on how to install a wet room.
4 great wet room ideas
So, to give you some great inspiration here are 4 great wet room ideas for you to try.
1. Multi-purpose wet room ideas
We just love this wet room idea from customer David Francis of Gateshead. He's cleverly used the space in between the toilet and bath to create a stunning wet room space and shower area.
Having divided the bathroom into 3 distinct spaces, there is still the option of a bathtub, meaning 2 people can share the space when showering and bathing.
Get the look
Shower:
- Orchard Wet room tray waste and installation kit
- Orchard Wet room rectangle tray with end waste
- Orchard 6mm wet room glass panel
- Mode Harrison thermostatic triple shower valve shower set
Tiles:
- Calcolo Metro subway dark grey bevelled gloss wall tile 100mm x 200mm
- Calcolo Villena multi traditional matt wall and floor tile 316mm x 316mm
Rest of room:
- The Heating Co. Bali chrome heated towel rail
- Mode Tate back to wall toilet with luxury soft close toilet seat
- Mode Ellis white back to wall unit
- Mode Ellis white wall hung vanity drawer unit and basin 600mm
2. Recess wet room ideas
A recess or alcove in your bathroom can be put to great use by creating a shower area. But instead of opting for a conventional shower door with shower door seal strip and tray, why not splash out a little and invest in a wet room? Simply fit your wet room waste and tray, along with tiling and add a glass screen to create a stylish shower room. It's that simple.
Get the look
Shower:
- Wet room tray waste and installation kit
- Wet room rectangle tray with end waste
- Mode Burton 8mm wet room glass panel with overhead support bar and return panel
- Mode Ellis square twin thermostatic shower valve
- Orchard square shower head 200mm with wall arm
Rest of room:
3. Monochrome wet room ideas
This stunning wet room was designed by customer Susie Stocks from Herefordshire and looks every inch the stunning bathroom decor she had hoped for.
Whilst Susie may have the luxury of a large space to work with, she has found room for a vanity unit, luxurious freestanding bath, and of course, the wet room shower area.
Get the look
Shower:
- Wet room tray waste and installation kit
- Wet room rectangle tray with end waste
- Orchard 6mm wet room glass panel
- Mode Ellis thermostatic triple shower valve complete shower set
Tiles:
- Calcolo Sucrose black glazed porcelain wall and floor tile 300mm x 600mm
- Calcolo Meridien black stone effect matt wall and floor tile 308mm x 615mm
Rest of room:
- The Heating Co. Bali chrome heated towel rail
- Orchard Wye close coupled toilet with soft close toilet seat
- Orchard Derwent vanity drawer unit and basin 1000mm
- Orchard Wye waterfall basin mixer tap
4. Small bathroom wet room ideas
Proving that you don't need a massive bathroom when it comes to installing a wet room, this design uses a simple screen, return panel and an added end panel to keep splashes and spray firmly in check.
There is still space for a toilet and basin suite, and this stunning shower room feels much more open and spacious than it might with a regular shower enclosure. Contemporary bathroom suites go perfectly with this type of design.
Get the look
Shower:
- Orchard Wet room tray waste and installation kit
- Orchard Wet room rectangle tray with end waste
- Mode Burton 8mm wet room glass panel enclosure pack
Tiles:
- Calcolo Meridien black stone effect matt wall and floor tile 308mm x 615mm
- Calcolo Storm white marble effect matt wall and floor tile 300mm x 600mm
Rest of room:
More wet room ideas
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