Tiled Walk In Showers

Tiled Walk In Showers

Everyone has had a rough morning; whether waking on the proverbial “wrong side of the bed” or simply not wanting to get up. Among the list of daily activities, the shower can be brutal: interruptions from hot water, slipping and sliding on slick bathtub surface and cleaning up afterwards to prevent grout rot and water damage to the surrounding bathroom area can be a nightmare after a while. Instead of traditional showers, there are tiled walk in showers available that make your shower even more comfortable and lower maintenance.

Why Choose Tile?

There are a few distinct advantages of tile over other materials when dealing with walk in showers. First, tile is easy to clean. All clean up takes is a quick squeegee over the wet tiles into the drain and you’re covered.

Second, tiles are available in plenty of colors. If you have a renovation idea you can get colors to match a theme or you can get tiles that fit your current bathroom’s look. Tile is inexpensive compared to many other materials used for walk in showers. Tile can even be pricey: if you’re looking for granite or marble tiles, expect to pay top dollar. If you’re interested in ceramic though you can expect cheap, reasonable pricing. Another great reason why people prefer tiled walk in showers is to match a themed room style. If a homeowner wants Roman architecture and a tiled walk in shower, marble tiles fit perfectly. If a Mexican style villa interior is the goal, tan or reddish clay tiles with waterproofing may be the best bet. Regardless of why, tile is clearly a stylish and practical option for your walk in shower area.

Cleaning Up for Longevity

There are some things that you should do to maintain your tiled walk in showers on a regular basis to prevent wear and tear. As stated, a squeegee is a great tool that makes getting water off the walls and from the ground into the drain an easy task. Cleaning your walk in shower regularly will keep it free of mildew. Treat your drainage systems regularly also to ensure that clogs don’t build from hair or other debris. Lastly, before using your shower for the first time, disassemble the shower head and treat the metal with a rust and calcium protectant. This extra step will extend the life of your shower head for years!

Partition?

A “hot” topic of debate about tiled walk in showers is whether the design is best with a partition to block view of people in the shower or if the partition should be left out, giving the bathroom an open and free look. Modern bathrooms are more often making use of totally transparent glass and open walk in shower areas whereas enclosed and older houses with walk in showers will have translucent or mirrored glass. While privacy is always a concern for some people, others take a more natural view on exposure and being truly “free” in a classy, open environment.

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