Shower screen size

You really need to discuss this with your plumber.

Not the same really as we have an enclosure, but at the end of the screen we have an additional, flexi little screen that folds inwards as you shower, helping with splash etc.

And a fixed screen at the far end also.

But as Calli says, discuss with a good plumber and also go in to a good bathroom showroom. We did that when we refurbished our bathroom, and were shown alternatives we had no idea about.

Our shower seems similar to that of Calendargirl. We replaced an existing bath with a walk-in shower some years ago - best thing we ever did! (It is far safer than a slippery bath to enter and exit too).
However, we always put either a bath mat or an old towel on the floor (depending on which is in the wash) to step out on to and to catch any rogue splashes.
However, as suggested above, you really need to speak to your plumber and look at some layouts in store.

We also have a walk in shower in the exact space the bath formerly occupied.
A mat or towel to stand on at the exit to catch bodily drips whilst retrieving the towel keeps the floor dry too if there are any splashes.

Speak to your plumber and I agree buy one with a flipper/ return panel. I have had one for a long time and it doesn’t leak or drip on the floor.
Some examples here www.elegantshowers.co.uk/shower-enclosures-1/walk-in-enclosures/with-300mm-return-panels.html

It’s made a lot of difference to me and makes showering so much easier.

We had that done last month, in our very small bathroom.
Shower tray fitted bath footprint exactly, with an 800mm shower screen and a 300mm flipper panel. Brilliant

Have a shower and check how far the spray reaches.

My DD had a walk in shower fitted and the spray from her husband marked the end wall next to the shower (tall with broad shoulders) which then dripped down onto the floor.

She has replaced it with a rectangular cubicle.

Big thanks to everyone.
Very grateful for your input.
I did ask the plumber, of course, but he just said “you can have size you like, 700, 800 ….”.
Having had such a disappointing and expensive experience with the last bathroom refit, just before Covid, I wanted to get this one right.
I’m so appreciative of your responses.

I had my bathe removed about 12 years ago. I am afraid I do not know the size of the shower- my bathroom could not accommodate a separate shower and a bath. I needed sufficient space to place a stool because I could not stand for long.

I have never had any drips and I place a bath mat outside to catch my body drips as I towel dry.

If your plumber will not give you sensible advice maybe go to a shop which sells showers and pick up some tips from there.

We now have two walk-in showers. The shower trays have a non-slip surface for no need for a mat, nor do we need a flipper panel.

My non-slip surface is not non-slip so I have a mat inside and one outside as already mentioned.

We replaced our bath with a walk in shower. It is the same length of the bath. I have hung a shower curtain on the end rail because I was fed up mopping the puddle. It is fine if you don’t use the hand held shower at all but I always do for my cold end of shower douching!

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Hi there, I can totally relate to your situation, we had a similar issue a couple of years back when we switched from a bath to a walk-in shower in a small bathroom.

In tight spaces where a full enclosure isn't practical, the length and positioning of your glass screen make a huge difference. We initially went with a 700mm screen thinking it would be enough, but we still had issues with water escaping especially with more powerful shower heads. We eventually swapped it out for a slightly longer, 900mm screen paired with a small return panel (a hinged piece that folds inward or outward), which helped contain splashes much better without taking up extra space.

Also, pay attention to the type of screen some are designed with deflectors or tighter seals at the bottom to help keep water inside the showering area. If you're still undecided, browsing this site which may be really helpful: www.showerscreensingapore.com/. They showcase a wide range of screen styles and configurations suited for small bathrooms, including minimalistic options that don’t overwhelm the space but still offer good splash protection.

Definitely worth talking to a plumber or even visiting a bathroom showroom if you can, but doing a bit of online research first can give you a clearer idea of what will work in your space.

Hope this helps and good luck with your bathroom upgrade, it’ll be worth it not having to mop up every time you shower!

How long is your shower tray. Ours is a 1000 so went with a narrow glass panel & door. Many people go with a slider which I hate & I don’t like those walk in showers.

Just clicked on the link. it’s in Singapore?

When we took out the bath to replace it with a decent shower our plumber came with us to the show rooms and we decided together what the best solution would be. Show room staff were very knowledgeable. Nine years on we have not regretted it.

I really love my bath but am having increasing difficulty in getting in and out. I dislike showers but think I need to bite the bullet and start looking around.

Flipper screen added to your fixed screen is the easiest way to sort this

Freshair

Flipper screen added to your fixed screen is the easiest way to sort this

Just had our bath replaced with a shower and this is exactly what we had, if you turn the flipper in when showering, it contains all the water. (Even when teenager boy is using it!)

I have a walk in shower where my bath used to be. The glass panel is 116cm wide and the exit space is 52 cms. The shower controls are at the end where you enter and exit and the large rain head shower at the other. I’ve never had a problem with splashing or dripping (even when GS uses it!). I keep a fabric bath mat on the floor for damp feet.

If you’re still uncertain why not visit a bathroom store.? We did, they were incredibly helpful and guided us through our choice with absolutely no pressure to buy from them although we chose to as their prices were excellent. They were also very helpful to our plumber when he needed to replace a faulty item.

I recently stayed in a hotel where the screen was floor to ceiling in two halves and one slid across the other to make a watertight seal.

This meant the entry to the shower was wide enough for my companion to enter with her walking aid. I thought I would have to support her to get into a hotel shower so that was a real bonus.

Something to think about for the future maybe - the width of the entry for easy access and whether a flipper panel folds all the way back?

My husband had a stroke 6 months ago and still cannot walk so we have had the P shaped bath taken out and replaced with a shower cubicle that completely fills the space where bath was.

It has a fixed self-cleaning glass screen and then a glass flipper panel. Whichever way we use it we don’t get any water on the floor at all. It is brilliant. We were guided by our builder/plumber.

I hope the OP has sorted her problem by now.
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