FAQs about Walk in Showers
A walk in shower is essentially a doorles shower enclosure, providing easy access to your showering area. Very similar to a wet room, a walk in shower enclosure has most of the benefits and accessibility, but is usually fitted with a shower tray. Low-level shower trays are available and would complement the minimalist style of the walk-in experience.
Walk-in showers typically range from 1200mm x 700mm up to 2000mm x 1000mm. Because you need enough space for both a glass screen and an open entry area without water splashing out. The 1400mm x 800mm or 1700mm x 700mm are the most popular choices because they are a standard bathtub replacement size.
Having a walk in shower eliminates the need to step into a bath tub to shower, and the risks associated with that. As we get older and less agile, this becomes increasingly difficult. The stunning, clear glass panels stop the need for a cold polyester shower curtain and keep the water contained. Removing a bath and installing a well fitted enclosure could be an investment into the value of your property.
Walk-in showers offer numerous benefits, making them a very popular choice for homeowners. Some of the advantages include:
- Easy access: Walk-in showers are designed to be easily accessible for people of all ages. They have no barriers, such as doors or shower curtains, that you need to move out of the way to enter or exit the shower.
- Doorless space-saving: Walk-in showers are perfect for all bathrooms. Not needing the space for a door to swing outwards frees up more valuable bathroom space.
- Luxurious experience: Walk-in showers provide a spa-like showering experience. The spacious and open design allows light to flow uninterrupted throughout the area. Easy maintenance: Walk-in showers often feature easy-clean glass, ensuring the glass remains clear and sparkling clean without frequent cleaning. With no moving parts, tracks or hinges to maintain, these panels are much easier to clean and care for than shower doors.
The cost of a walk-in shower depends on whether you are purchasing the components only or replacing an existing enclosure with full professional installation:
- Components Only: At Bella Bathrooms, our walk-in shower components range from £98.51 for single replacement glass panels up to £1,466.82 for complete, high-end designer walk-in enclosure packages.
- Installation: On average across the UK, walk in showers installation costs typically range between £2,100–£2,500, depending on the plumbing work and bathroom layout.