Things to Consider When You Need a Shower for Wooden Floors
Many surfaces are considered ideal to install showers on, but a timber floor is not one of them. While many buildings in Europe have wooden floors, the floors of bathrooms have in most cases been changed to accommodate showers. Because timber absorbs moisture, swells, gets damp, and rots, wood is not really recommended in most cases. Technological advances brought us new ways to deal with this issue, for those of you who need to place showers on wooden floors. While they would normally not always make for a good combination, there are ways to deal with this apparent contradiction in terms and, if you do it right, you can install a shower that will work well on a timber floor for a long time.
One of most practical ways to install a shower on a wooden floor is to invest in a shower cubicle that is pre-made and can be installed as a complete kit into the space allocated to the shower. Because the shower tray sits on top of the floor, the water is caught and automatically directed to the drain, and no additional waterproofing is required for the floor underneath the shower. One of the trends that have become very popular over the last decade is to install a wooden floor in the shower. This seems rather unconventional and out of place to some, but with all the new products and technology out there, some very practical ways have been found to make showers and wooden floors more compatible. Of course, the treatment of the wood or timber in the shower area is crucial, and the type of wood also has a big influence on how long this unconventional marriage is likely to last. Mostly, wooden floors are chosen for their smart appearance and for the visual impact that a designer shower has when set in the surrounding timber décor.
It is quite common for saunas to be made entirely from wood but, because there is no running water and little moisture in a sauna, this is easier to manage. Steam rooms, on the other hand, are usually made completely of marble, cement, or other materials that are impervious to moisture. One of the best ways to go about it if you need to install showers on wooden floors is to find a ready-made, modular shower cubicle complete with a door and shower tray.
Modular (Pre-Fabricated) Showers
If you have a wooden floor in your home and you have no idea how to properly install a shower in such an environment that will be safe, attractive, and waterproof (and will not damage your timber floor), a modular shower is you best option. Because the shower cabin is prefabricated, it is designed to contain water and function as an independent unit. This means that it can be installed safely on virtually any floor surface, including timber. If you need a shower for wooden floors, a modular shower is by far the most cost-effective and practical choice! The plumbing is easy to do, the shower can be installed quickly and easily, the shower cabin and door are easy to clean, and you are guaranteed of years of use. One of the other main benefits is that these showers can fit into smaller spaces, so if you have to install a shower in a cabin with a small bathroom, this will be your most practical option.
How GEZA can Help
At GEZA, we specialise in providing a variety of building contractors around the country with high-quality bathroom utilities such as showers, baths, fixtures, fittings, basins, vanities, and many other products that are needed in the modern bathroom environment. Our shower cubicles are ready-made to fit your space and, if needed, we can custom-create a specific shower cubicle to fit your space. If you need a shower for wooden floors, we have just the thing for you! In addition to a variety of bathroom units, we also supply kitchen sinks and counters for the modern home. Over the years, we have been contracted to supply and install a variety of these for large building projects, and more recently, we have also been contracted to supply kitchen and bathroom units for luxury tented camps and accommodation for construction staff all over the country.
If you need a shower to fit on your wooden floors without damaging them, give our team at GEZA a call today!
