A well-designed wetroom is about far more than creating a level-access shower. Once the tiles and fittings are in place, most of the components responsible for its performance are hidden from view. Getting these details right at the specification and installation stage is therefore essential.
Waterproofing is the obvious starting point. Unlike a conventional bathroom, a wetroom can expose much larger areas of the floor and walls to regular water and moisture. A continuous waterproof construction helps protect the substrate behind the finished surface and reduces the risk of water reaching vulnerable areas.
Marmox Multiboard provides a fully waterproof, tileable surface for wetroom walls and floors. The boards can be cut easily around pipework and other services, while their rigid construction provides a stable base for tiling. They can also be used to create features such as benches, shelves and partitions without introducing additional materials into the waterproofed construction.
The shower floor is equally important. Marmox Showerlay incorporates pre-formed falls towards the drain, helping ensure water moves efficiently away from the showering area rather than collecting on the finished floor. Available with centre or offset drains, and with linear or point drainage options, it can accommodate different layouts and design requirements.
The finished result may look simple, but a reliable wetroom depends on the construction beneath the tiles. Choosing compatible waterproofing, drainage and tileable components at the specification stage can help create a system that performs as intended long after installation is complete.
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