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The minimum dimensions for a walk-in shower are 80-90 cm deep and 140-150 cm wide. Walk in showers are an elegant and fashionable solution, very suitable for saving space and get the most out of your bathroom. Here are 10 design ideas to transform the shower enclosure!
What are the ideal measurements of a walk-in shower
Walk-in showers, or open showers, have the main characteristic of not being closed on all sides. Compared to traditional shower enclosures, these spaces do not have the classic shower tray step and are delimited on only three sides – usually two walls of the room and a frosted glass panel – leaving the entrance free at all times. Access is therefore particularly convenient in any condition, while the overall layout helps you save space, especially in a small bathroom.
But its strengths don't end there: in addition to representing a perfect solution for optimizing the space available to you, the open shower is also an interesting furnishing idea with a modern and trendy design.
If we talk about the dimensions of a walk-in shower, the first thing to know is that the classic model has a rectangular shape with a minimum wall height of 210 centimeters, a length of 90 centimeters and a depth of 70. When it comes to the height of the showerhead, it's best not to use the entire room to avoid splashing water everywhere. In general, it's important to waterproof the walls and ceiling to prevent leaks, and to provide the right slope for the shower tray to allow water to drain away and prevent flooding.
10 ideas for walk-in showers that you'll love and can draw inspiration from!
Now that you know the minimum dimensions you need, let's start thinking about how to set up the bathroom. As we were saying, open showers allow you to reduce clutter with an elegant and practical furnishing element. Let's discover Casavo's 10 ideas for your walk-in shower.
1. An asymmetric shower
If you're thinking about how to furnish an attic with a bathroom to make the most of every inch of space you have available, among the various ideas, an asymmetric walk-in shower is excellent for taking advantage of the sloping roof without sacrificing comfort.
2. Walk-in shower with window
Setting up your shower enclosure on the wall next to a small window is a furnishing solution that combines aesthetics and practicality. The opportunity to look outside while you wash stimulates reflection and imagination, and the window allows you to quickly release steam, avoiding stagnant humidity and making maintenance easier.
3. Use different tiles
Thanks to the glass wall, the shower area becomes a completely separate element in the bathroom design. Unleash your imagination with original and surprising tiles. You can choose a color that recalls a detail in the bathroom, or go for bold patterns with flowers and abstract geometries, without neglecting the overall harmony of the room.
4. Bold, transparent glass
Frosted glass is the first choice for ensuring privacy and discretion while you wash. Transparent glass, however, is elegant, bold, and in line with the latest interior design trends, perfect when you're looking for an unusual and bold touch.
5. Think outside the box with a rounded shower
Open showers are usually rectangular or, at most, square in shape. However, if you're looking for an unconventional furnishing idea, try a round walk-in shower with a large waterfall showerhead to bring a touch of modernity and style worthy of a large hotel bathroom.
6. With a seat for safety and comfort
Adding a seat inside the shower increases the safety and comfort of those who have difficulty standing for long periods on a slippery surface. In this case, the rectangular shape is essential, and we also recommend thinking carefully about the dimensions of the walk-in shower: you will need a wall at least one and a half meters long to position the seat easily.
7. Marble interiors for an elegant shower
Marble immediately evokes refined elegance. If you like its effect but are looking for a material that requires easier maintenance, without worrying about humidity and the risk of stains, go for the safe option of marble-effect porcelain stoneware: highly resistant and easy to clean.
8. Choose internal shelves carefully
A proper shower cannot do without shelves to hold soap, shampoo, and other body care products. The classic arrangement involves installing one or more shelves depending on your needs. If you're looking for something more refined, however, try creating a niche in the wall for a modern and uncluttered touch.
9. The importance of lighting
For an experience worthy of a spa, don't settle for the general lighting in the bathroom. Install spotlights in the shower space: they will create a special atmosphere that encourages relaxation.
10. Walk-in shower in a niche
Among the ideas for a walk-in shower in a small bathroom, we also recommend considering the possibility of creating it inside a niche or recess in the wall. This way, you can create a special corner of well-being while optimizing the space available to you.
As you can see, open showers are perfect for rationally managing the bathroom's surface area without sacrificing comfort and design. Now you just need the right bathroom for your furnishing projects. On the Casavo's classifieds platform, hundreds of properties await you to choose from to give you the shower of your dreams.
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