The Wet Room... When the Entire Bathroom is Waterproofed

The Wet Room... When the Entire Bathroom is Waterproofed

Installing a shower drain without a curb, barrier, or threshold creates a seamless look with easy accessibility to the wet area. To achieve an ideal installation, floor heights should be equal between the shower area (wet area), outside the shower (dry area), and next room. Specific conditions will determine what is involved.

By pitching a floor in one direction, the possibilities are infinite.

- No limitation on tile size or slab material

- Can be placed as threshold or curb - Meets ADA requirements for handicap shower entry

- No boundaries on design because of drain location

- Outlet can be located anywhere on channel length

- Drains water more efficiently

When there is no wall or glass enclosure the dry side of the shower should have a slight pitch towards the drain system to ensure proper drainage.

With these types of installations it is advised that the sub floor be recessed below the dry area of the bathroom, or the membrane should be installed into the dry area and sloped to the central clamp down drain body.

We do recommend working with a licensed professional who is familiar with local codes and installation requirements if you are not sure of your local codes and or application. 

2018 Apr 4th Laura

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