Advantages and Disadvantages of a Wet Room

What's Better a Walk-in Shower or a Wet Room?

In this blog we will look at some of the advantages and disadvantages of wet rooms

Below are some of the benefits of a wet room

1. Wet Rooms are easily accessible

As well as reducing the potential for a slip or trip that comes with a traditional shower or bath there is no enclosure or doors in a wet room. This makes it super easy to access and use and perfect for wheelchair users or people who need a carer to help them bathe.

2. Wet Rooms can be a beautiful addition to your home

Many people are concerned that having a wet room installed in their home will give it a clinical look. Nothing could be farther from the truth. There are lots of design options to make your wet room look and feel modern and luxurious. 

At Parish Bathrooms, we will work with you to ensure that your wet room is a beautiful addition to your home and a relaxing place where you’ll enjoy spending time.

3. Planning for future mobility issues

Unfortunately, some conditions will deteriorate and further reduce mobility. If you are considering a walk-in shower or a walk-in bath you may want to consider how long you intend to live at your home and how your mobility will evolve. A wet room provides the most accessible solution possible and enables you to live independently at your home for longer.

You don’t want to be installing a walk-in shower only to replace it with a wet room in 5 years.

4.Wet rooms can increase the value of your home

Wet rooms are increasing in popularity and are often sought after by house hunter of all ages. The ease of use and flexibility of a wet room appeal to many people for many reasons.

Wet Rooms also suffer from less damp or moisture related issues as the walls and floors are protected from moisture and water

5. Wet rooms can fit into almost any size of bathroom

Many think their home or bathroom is too small or awkwardly placed to accommodate a wet room. 

However, at Parish Bathrooms, we rarely find that this is really the case. Most bathrooms can be adapted to accommodate a wet room regardless of its size.

Baths take up a lot of space, and you may be surprised how much usable space you have in your bathroom once it is removed. Often moving sinks and toilets 90 degrees can also free up a lot of previously wasted space. 

You also do not need a shower enclosure or a shower tray in a wet room. Our project managers can work with you to design your wet room and it is very unusual for us not to be able to create a solution that works well.

6. Wet rooms are suitable for everyone

Regardless of your mobility issues, whether you are a wheelchair user, need help bathing, are just not too steady on your feet, or have no mobility issues, a wet room can be used and enjoyed by everyone.

What are the disadvantages of wet rooms

Hopefully, you now know a few of the benefits of installing a new wet room there are a few less favourable considerations to be taken in to account.

Firstly and foremost, you must consider your mobility issues and advise what is most suitable for you. It is always wise to consult a medical professional when considering having your bathroom adapted to accommodate any medical condition you have. It may be that a walk-in shower or a walk-in bath is the most suitable solution for you.

Wet rooms are complex and there are many parts that you won’t see. For example, plumbing needs to be installed underneath the floor. Wet rooms also need good ventilation to ensure that they don’t cause damp issues in other areas of your home.

You may also need other specialist adaptations such as anti-scold controls or a seat. Nonslip flooring is also essential.

It is essential that you employ a specialist company that has experience of installing bathroom adaptations such as wet rooms and walk-in showers. Don’t be tempted to use a traditional bathroom fitter or try it yourself.

If you need your bathroom adapted to help bathe safely, please get in touch with Parish Bathrooms for a free consultation with one of our Project Managers.

About Parish Bathrooms

Parish Bathrooms are a small independent company located in Salisbury and Southampton. We specialise in adapting bathrooms to include walk-in showers and wet rooms for elderly or disabled people. We have built an enviable reputation for high-quality work and provide a 12 month no quibble guarantee for all of our work.

We service the Bournemouth, New Forest, Southampton, Winchester, Portsmouth and Salisbury areas. 



Please contact us for a free informal chat about your requirements. We will be happy to answer all of your questions.