When and why should you opt for a shower tray made of fine fireclay? Anyone struggling with the design of a new bathroom or the renovation of an existing one has undoubtedly encountered the difficulty of choosing a shower tray. In fact, the market today offers a much wider choice than before in terms of lines, shapes, colours, installation and, above all, materials. As it is a product that must fulfil two functions - the practical and the aesthetic - the shower tray must be chosen carefully according to the available space.
What are the steps for choosing a shower tray?
The space available is of paramount importance when deciding on the size and shape of the shower tray. Once you have decided whether you want a square, rectangular or angular shower tray, it's time to decide on the type of installation. The most common solution is a floor-standing shower tray that sits on the floor, while in a modern bathroom design you can also consider the option of installing a flush-to-floor shower tray. Finally comes the time to choose the material, and here ceramics still occupy a prominent place.
Although the ceramic shower tray is an old-fashioned solution, it is still a must-have for your bathroom. This is because it is a versatile and timeless material that can be combined with other sanitaryware to create a perfectly homogeneous and aesthetically pleasing ambience.
Why should you choose a ceramic shower tray?
Because ceramic is able to 'survive' all trends and remains the absolute protagonist for a bathroom that is always stylish. Today, the production of ceramic shower trays has evolved and offers lower profiles than the traditional trays of the past.
In addition, innovation has meant that the most modern ceramic shower trays have a non-slip surface thanks to beautiful relief patterns, which also increases their aesthetic value.
With regard to the height of shower trays, considerable progress has been made. In addition to the more traditional shower trays, which are up to 10 cm high, shower trays with a low profile of just 3 cm are now also available on the market. For those who want to give their modern bathroom an exclusive look, there are also shower trays with a height of 6 cm, characterised by bold shapes and clean lines.