BATHROOM WATERPROOFING & TANKING
Protect the Room Before the Final Finish Hides the Work
Waterproofing is one of the most important parts of a shower or wet room, even though you will not see it when the bathroom is complete.
VISUAL IDEAS FOR YOUR ROOM
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Use these images as inspiration for your own plan. They are visual examples, not claims of completed customer work.
WHAT TO THINK ABOUT
What Tanking Means in Plain English
Tanking is a waterproof layer fitted beneath the tiles or final surface in areas that receive regular water. It turns separate wall and floor surfaces into a protected system.
- Apply the system to the agreed wet area
- Reinforce corners and changes of surface
- Seal carefully around pipes and the drain
YOUR OPTIONS
Waterproofing Works With Drainage and Movement
The floor still needs the correct fall, the drain must be secure and the background should not flex. Waterproofing cannot compensate for a loose tray or moving floor.
- Stable wall and floor backgrounds
- Correct wet-room fall or secure shower tray
- Compatible adhesive, finish and flexible seals
QUESTIONS ABOUT WATERPROOFING & TANKING
Clear Answers Before You Choose
If your room or situation is different, ask about it during a home or showroom appointment.
Ask about your bathroom ↗Are bathroom tiles waterproof?+
Tiles resist water, but the joints and background still need appropriate protection in a shower or wet room.
Does every bathroom need full tanking?+
The extent depends on the shower, bath and room design. Regular wet areas need the most careful protection.
Can you waterproof before wall panels?+
The correct preparation depends on the selected panel system and the area. The full wall build-up should be agreed before fitting.
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