A wet room is a waterproof bathroom with a shower area that is on the same level as the floor. This room style has no enclosure that separates the bathtub or shower from the rest of the bathroom. The water from the shower or tub in a wet room can drain within the shower area, as the entire bathroom is specifically designed to flow and seal against water. This style is similar to the walls in a shower, except the entire bathroom is designed with those walls. Since the water room tub is created at a slope to drain the water, any other amenities in the shower are raised higher to avoid getting wet. These items include any cabinets, storage, toilet, and sink which are raised and water-sealed.
A wet room is both different and similar to a regular bathroom. A wet room is similar to a traditional bathroom, with similar amenities, and can provide homeowners a place to bathe. The main difference between the two is that one is “designed to get wet entirely”. A wet room must be level, with the entire room not having a lip in the shower or tub. Wet rooms are very modern and trendy, as well as being a great use of space as it is installed on both the ground or upper floors of your home. A wet room is lower maintenance and easy to clean. It is also ideal for those with mobility issues. A traditional shower room may have a lip on the edge of the shower or bathtub, making it more challenging to clean and step into. It is not level with the rest of the bathroom and may make it more challenging for those in a wheelchair or with a disability to enter.
Wet rooms bring many benefits to homeowners. Some of the many benefits include a stylish look and feel, adding value to your home, easier to maintain and clean, affordable luxury, and the ability to be installed in any home. Adding a wet room to your home makes it more attractive to home buyers as it is an affordable and luxurious addition that is easy to access, whether handicapped or not.
Many may think that wet rooms are challenging to clean as any area of the room can get wet, but they are easier to clean than a traditional bathroom! They have a sleek, modern design that allows improved drainage with fewer stains or marks on the shower floor or bathtub. Because everything is level in the bathroom, it makes it easy to sweep and scrub during your cleaning process.
Yes, any home is suitable for a wet room. Those bathrooms with limited space make the best rooms for wet rooms. Having your shower level with the ground of your bathroom makes it easier for close-quarter bathrooms.
Bennett Contracting is here to provide homeowners in Albany, NY, and the surrounding Capital Region with high-quality and affordable bathroom remodeling services. Whether you want a wet room or a standard bathroom remodel, our design team and craftsmen are highly experienced for the job. Learn more about wet rooms and standard bathrooms to see which is right for you and your home by contacting our team today at 518-462-6731.