Wetroom or shower tray?

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DrBridgerton · 08/02/2026 20:01

I’ll be renovating our en-suite room would like thoughts on whether to go for a wetroom (tiled) or shower tray. We currently have issues with cracked grout and leaks but I have a feeling that if the room prep is done properly a wet look can potentially last as long as a shower tray solution. Any thoughts or experiences? Many thanks!

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Placestogo · 10/02/2026 14:07

Ive had both and i prefer a tray as it looks more neat. I bought an extra long one on amazon for cheaper than what my builder quoted us. We are very pleased with it - non slip, no problem with waste, easy to clean, no cracks

OhDear111 · 10/02/2026 14:51

All shower trays can have weakness around the outer edges. Sealing is necessary. Obviously room for efficient drainage is vital. If there’s no room for efficient drainage, the shower tray must be raised. It cannot be a floor.

SpaceAngel1999 · 10/02/2026 15:31

our en-suite has just been finished today (finally!) we opted for a shower tray. Looks fab. I personally don’t like wet rooms and would put me off buying a house with one

FoxglovesAndLupins · 10/02/2026 20:05

Animallover2325 · 10/02/2026 08:33

As a wheelchair user I don’t have a choice of shower cubicles so have a roll in shower tray but my bathroom seriously needs updates and I’d been considering a wet room. Until we got a quote of £8000. I know what some will think, I should be going down the occupational therapy disability assessment route and get one from the council but have you seen them? I don’t want a clinic in my home! I’m a full time worker and I buy my own facilities even if I have to save up for the. I don’t have a large bathroom, just standard size but now I’m thinking maybe a sunken tray instead of the whole floor.

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Just a quick reminder you shouldn’t need to pay any vat when you redo it.

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