Shower Cabin is an all-in-one solution for your bathroom and as such can be a great alternative to a traditional shower enclosure

Shower Cabin - All-In-One Solution For Your Bathroom

Shower Cabin is an all-in-one solution for your bathroom and as such can be a great alternative to a traditional shower enclosure. Depending on your requirements, there is a wide choice of models available ranging from simple black or white cubicles to ones with built-in thermostatic showers and even body jets! Shower cabins come in a variety of shapes and sizes with corner options and sliding doors being popular. Most are designed to be a direct replacement for existing baths and shower screens and can also fit into en suite bathrooms and spare rooms.

Shower cabins are supplied flat-packed to simplify delivery and are then assembled on site, very much like you would a washing machine or dishwasher. They are free-standing, so do not have to be fixed to the floor or wall which allows them to be moved in the future for service or replacement. They can be installed either side of a window or with an enlarged opening for access to the controls.

They consist of all the necessary elements for a shower to function and the back panels are normally made of glass, with the option to choose black, white or mirror finishes from some brands. The front frame is usually a combination of aluminium and glass for strength and durability. The doors themselves are most commonly sliding but there is also the option of a hinged door for easy accessibility in tighter spaces.

The shower tray, controls and valve are integrated into the unit to provide a fully enclosed space and this is often made of acrylic for a robust finish that is highly resistant to scratches and marks. It is also easy to keep clean as it is anti-bacterial.

You can add a simple or luxury shower head and there are even models with incorporated body jets for a therapeutic, massaging experience. Some have coloured lighting and FM radio to allow you to enjoy your favourite tunes while showering.

As a shower cabin is the full solution for your showering needs, it will typically cost more than a standard shower enclosure but this can be offset by the fact that there is less plumbing work to do. You can also save money by having it fitted in place of a bath that may be no longer being used which can save you the costs of a full renovation.

Some shower cabins are very installer-friendly with quick-fit frames that snap together and do not require silicone and others can be installed straight into a new installation without the need to open up walls. This makes them a quick and simple replacement for old showers or a good option for updating an ensuite with minimal fuss. If you are going to buy a shower cabin for your home, ensure it fits with the style of your bathroom and any other fittings such as your toilet. If it does not match, a complete redesign of the room may be required to accommodate it.