Designing Your Perfect Walk-in Shower with Wall Panels

A walk-in shower can add elegance and modernity to your bathroom. Installed separately to your bathtub and usually surrounded by glass panels or doors, a walk-in shower is easy to access and offers room to shower comfortably. But how do you go about creating your dream walk-in shower and how can wall panels help? This blog aims to answer this question.

How to set up a walk-in shower

Whilst a walk-in shower is not as big a project as creating a wet room, there are still several factors you need to consider.

Location and measurement

Where is your new walk-in shower to be located? Are you swapping a bath for a walk-in shower? Or is there an empty space in your bathroom? The location of your shower will dictate what plumbing fittings need to be added or removed.

Measure the size of your shower accurately, as well as ensuring you have enough space around your shower for other bathroom fittings. You also need to consider how you would like to enclose your new shower. Glass panels protect your bathroom from water, whilst keeping your bathroom light and airy. They are also a space-saving solution for smaller rooms. If you choose to add a door to your walk-in shower, make sure there is enough space to open the door. Marking the shower measurements – and any openings - on your bathroom floor will help you envisage your shower in situ.

Shower floor

It may sound obvious, but you need to ensure you choose the best shower floor for your walk-in shower and that it is installed correctly. This will make sure that water flows correctly down the drain and doesn’t spill onto your bathroom floor.

Shower walls

Your shower walls need to be completely waterproof – this is where wall panels come into their own. 100% waterproof and extremely easy to maintain, they make the perfect accompaniment to your new walk-in shower.

Why do bathroom wall panels work for a walk-in shower

As mentioned above, bathroom and shower wall panels are 100% waterproof. They are simple to install, can be fitted over existing tiles, and cut easily to fit around shower fixtures. They are very easy to clean, needing only a wipe with a clean cloth to keep them looking beautiful. Wall panels are also extremely durable and long-lasting, making them ideal for high-use areas such as bathrooms and showers.

Why choose bathroom wall panels over the alternatives

Traditional tiles are usually the first option many of us turn to when choosing a wall covering for our bathrooms. However, although waterproof, tiles need grout and if not kept clean, grout can be a breeding ground for mould. Not only can this cause unsightly black marks, but it also creates an unhygienic atmosphere. Wall panels do not need any grout, helping to prevent mould and mildew from developing.

When it comes to durability, bathroom wall panels offer longevity and robustness, whilst tiles and waterproof paint can be chipped or scratched relatively easily. Wall panels can also be easily replaced if they become damaged.

Can you use Bathroom and shower wall panels?

Yes, you can use both bathroom and shower wall panels in your bathroom. However, shower panels are more suited for your new walk-in shower. Slightly larger in size than standard wall panels, shower panels have minimal seams which creates a watertight wall covering, as well as a seamless and stylish finish. National Plastics also offers 10mm thick bathroom panels, which makes them robust, resilient, and perfect for everyday use.

What bathroom wall panels are available?

There is now a wide variety of wall panels available in an array of designs, styles and colours. Many wall panels, such as those from National Plastics, perfectly emulate a variety of different materials, from marble effect panels and wood effect panels to concrete and tile effect wall panels. This allows you to create the walk-in shower of your dreams without breaking your budget.

Bathroom wall panels at National Plastics

Here at National Plastics, we offer a wide range of bathroom and shower panels. To find out how they can transform your bathroom, call our friendly expert team today on 0800 22 77 77.