What to Think about when Buying a Shower Tray
The significance of the bathroom in modern day living has changed over the past few decades. Whereas the bathroom used to be functional, and part of the daily routine, it is now more of a place to relax and unwind. This image is not just restricted to baths. Showers, especially those with new and powerful technology, are seen as essential lifestyle items.
This is all well and good, and most people do recognise that they have to put some effort into designing their bathroom. However, when it comes to the shower tray, which is perhaps the most important part of the shower system, many people throw all considerations of style and decor out of the window and focus on just one factor, namely the cost.
One can of course go for a short-term, ‘quick fix’ solution. Acrylic shower trays meet this brief, but can lead to problems later. They are not particularly durable, and this is the trade-off for a relatively low initial investment. That said, they are very easy to clean, and can be bought in some quite pleasing styles. The best thing to do when buying acrylic is to accept the fact that it may not be the last shower tray you fit in your home, and go down to the retailer to get a feel for the look of the material. If it fits in with your design vision, and you don’t mind that it may not be a permanent solution, there are some attractive units out there.
You could of course opt for a steel shower tray. This is naturally more durable as a material than acrylic, and is better at conducting heat (exactly what you want on a winter morning). It also has the same high levels of ‘cleanability’ that acrylic has.
Another consideration to think about is safety. Having someone who is elderly or young in the home is a real issue with some showers. If this is something you have to think about consider a recessed shower tray. These are, for obvious reasons, a little more costly, but they stop people who are infirm or not sure-footed from tripping over the tray lip and the cubicle sides. They are easily sourced, with most major retailers offering at least a couple of models.
Basically, choosing a shower tray is really an issue of quality and longevity. If you want something that lasts more than a few years, go for the top end section of the trays that are available. At this level, it shouldn’t be too difficult to find a tray that fits in with your new bathroom vision.
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