When it comes to designing a wetroom, a significant amount of time and consideration is required to get the waterproofing basics right whilst also ensuring that the finished look and feel hits the spot.
This is where barrier-free bathrooms or wetrooms with floor-level showers, easy-access sanitary ware and the provision of seating areas can offer a practical, future-proof solution. The huge range of ceramic and natural stone tiles available today means that creating luxurious, beautiful, yet safe and slip-resistant surfaces is easily achievable.
Schlüter-Systems creates products which work best when used together. Creating a fully waterproof bathroom or wetroom that will stand the test of time relies on each component working both on its own and as part of a system.
The uncoupling membrane Schlüter-DITRA 25, serves as a waterproofing membrane and a vapour pressure equalisation layer, protecting tile or natural stone coverings from cracking or debonding. The same features can also be found in the underfloor heating system Schlüter-DITRA-HEAT-E, making it ideal for heated floors and walls in wetrooms with tile and stone coverings.
The tile and stone covering in the shower area must be sufficiently sloped to allow for appropriate drainage. This is easily achieved with Schlüter’s prefabricated levelling and shower tray components, which are available with a point drainage system or a component linear drainage system.
The linear drainage system Schlüter-KERDI-LINE complies with BS EN 1253, providing a constant 50 mm water seal and anti-blockage based on an 8mm ball bearing test. A recent and welcome addition to the KERDI range is the KERDI-LINE-G3 drain. At just 78mm high it offers a low height solution whilst also meeting the requirements of BS EN 1253 and 274.
Specifying a fully warranted waterproofing system with Schlüter offers you peace of mind and the knowledge that it will stand the test of time.