How to Install a Shower Tray or Shower Enclosure? Shower trays are to form a base for the shower enclosure normally. If you like to use a shower cartin instead of shower enclosure, it is also a good idea to save the cost. While installing a shower enclosure is a project that is well within the skill set of many homeowners, consider your own level of expertise when deciding whether or not to hire a professional contractor to do the job. Doing the job yourself can save you a lot of money, but it is important to consider what you need before getting started.
Depending on available space and budget there are numerous shower enclosure and shower tray options to choose from. Shower trays come in an array of dimensions from square, rectangular and quadrant for corner units with coinciding shower enclosures to ensure conformity in the bathroom.
A shower tray made from acrylic and filled with heavy weight stone cast resin is a good choice to go with. They are not only durable but are also free from shrinkage and cracking problems. They offer you a skid resistance base and also provide ample standing space when you are showering.
Water drainage from the shower tray should also be taken into account at the design stage since the shower tray sits at floor level means the waste hole will need to be recessed. To make the installation less labor intensive, it is recommended that you either seek the advice of a professional or hire a contractor to install the primary plumbing.
When you need to install the shower tray, first of all fit the shower tray and then purchase the shower enclosure as the tiles and sealants can bring a change in the size of the shower tray.
Properly check the quality when it comes to sealing of the shower tray because it is very essential to use a watertight sealant around the shower tray. If you would apply the silicone sealant improperly then it might cause your shower to leak and cause extensive water damage in the bathroom.
Based on the fact that where your shower is located, water can seep through the floor, destroying the ceiling to the room located below the shower unit that could lead to expensive repairs.
Once you have installed the shower tray, you may choose a matching shower enclosure. Now-a-days frame less glass designs are very famous among the shower enclosures. Before choosing a shower enclosure, ensure that you have taken proper measurements to allow the additional height of the shower tray in order to balance out with ceiling space. This is very essential in case you have a low ceiling.
Checking the enclosure for any kind of leaks is also essential. Spay bottle testing is one of the best methods for testing the leaks in the shower enclosures. By spraying between the glass and the adjoining frames, you can get to know if any water leakage is present or not.
Hope this Shower Tray or Shower Enclosure installation guidance can help you on the plumbing works. If you do not have such knowledge, it is better to contact talented plumbers at your local.
