Parameter
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Waterproofing
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Drains
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Slopes
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Slip resistance
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Fire performance
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Indoor air
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Walls
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Corners & upstands
Wetroom vinyl system
What It Is & Where It Works
We supply materials only for B2B customers (distributors, contractors, developers, architects, FM). Installation is carried out by your appointed wetroom contractor/installer.
A wetroom vinyl system is a coordinated set of vinyl sheet floors and walls with hot‑welded seams, waterproof membranes, integrated drains, coved skirtings/upstands and prefabricated corners. The aim is to achieve a continuous, watertight and hygienic surface for showers and permanently wet areas.
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Healthcare: patient/accessible bathrooms, rehab showers, isolation areas.
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Multi‑Family Housing (MFH): bathrooms, accessible units, student housing.
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Hospitality: guest showers, spa/back‑of‑house wash‑downs.
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Education & Public: locker rooms, staff showers, poolside changing (system‑dependent).
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Office: open spaces, meeting rooms, reception.
Why Specify Vinyl Wetrooms
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Guaranteed waterproofing when installed to the system detail (membrane + welded seams + compatible drains).
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Seamless hygiene: continuous surfaces without grout lines; clean with neutral detergents/disinfectants.
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Slip control: wet‑area surface textures and targeted R‑ratings where required.
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Accessibility: flush thresholds, coved junctions, and preformed slopes towards drains.
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Lifecycle value: fewer water ingress risks vs. grout; easier refresh of surfaces when required.
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Design coordination: floors & walls in harmonized tones, non‑slip textures and contrast options.
Technical & Compliance
Always confirm exact values and detailing for your chosen system and jurisdiction (datasheet/DoP/installation manual).
Typical Range / Note
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Membrane + hot‑welded seams + welded/locked drain interface
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Linear or point drains; vinyl‑compatible flanges; clamping rings
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Pre‑formed or screeded falls towards drains (by installer)
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Wet‑area textures; specify R‑rating per local code
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Flooring typically Bfl‑s1; wall B‑s2,d0 (verify DoP/test)
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Low VOC; request certificates (M1/FloorScore/equivalent)
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Vinyl wallcovering/hygienic panels with sealed seams
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Preformed corners, coved skirtings, upstands at perimeters/penetrations
System Components
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Vinyl sheet flooring rated for wet use, with hot‑welded seams.
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Waterproof membrane (under or integrated, as per system).
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Drain kits (linear/point drains) with compatible flanges for vinyl welding.
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Coved skirting / upstands using preformed coves or site‑formed with capping strips.
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Prefabricated internal/external corners for consistent detailing.
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Wall vinyl or hygienic wallcovering with sealed joints for splash protection.
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Sealants, rods, trims and accessories specified per system.
Wetroom vs LVT/SPC in Bathrooms
Criterion
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Waterproofing in showers
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Seam hygiene
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Accessibility
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Maintenance
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Typical use
Wetroom Vinyl (Sheet)
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Yes (welded seams + drains)
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Seam‑welded, continuous
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Flush thresholds, coved upstands
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Low (no grout)
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Showers, wet rooms, pool changing
LVT/SPC (Modular)
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No (not for showers/wet zones)
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Joints susceptible to ingress
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Raised thresholds, transitions
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Medium (more joints)
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Bedrooms, kitchens (non‑wet)
Design & Detailing Notes
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Substrate prep: ensure flatness and moisture control; prime/screed to manufacturer guidance.
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Falls/slope design: plan consistent falls to drains; avoid low points away from drain.
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Door thresholds: design flush entries with water barriers as needed; coordinate with corridor finish.
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Penetrations: seal around pipes, rails, benches with compatible collars/sealants.
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Wall junctions: continue upstands behind fixtures; maintain welded or sealed joints.
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Contrast & wayfinding: use high‑contrast textures/colours for accessibility in clinical/elderly housing.
Sector Guidance
Healthcare
- Use preformed corners, coved upstands and clinical drain kits; document chemical resistance for cleaning agents.
MFH & Hospitality
- For ensuite showers, use compact linear drains; coordinate wall finishes for steam/humidity performance.
Education & Public Facilities
- Locker rooms and team showers: plan high‑traffic slip control and robust corner/edge protection.
Logistics & B2B Supply
Materials‑only supply. Installation by your wetroom contractor/installer to the system manual.
Order sizes:
full system kits (floor/wall vinyl, drains, corners, rods) to palletized supply.
Lead time:
stock vs made‑to‑order colours and drain types.
Docs:
datasheets, DoP/DoC, fire/slip tests, installation manuals, EPD on request.
Samples:
texture chips, colour boards.
Support:
spec wording, detail drawings, maintenance guides.
FAQ
Here you’ll find answers to the most common questions our customers ask when choosing flooring. This section is designed to help you make confident and informed decisions. If you don’t see the information you’re looking for, feel free to contact our support team — we’re always here to help.
Can I use LVT or SPC inside the shower area?
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No. For showers and permanent wet zones, specify wetroom vinyl sheet with welded seams and a compatible drain kit.
Do you provide the drain?
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We supply drain kits compatible with vinyl welding (system‑dependent), or coordinate with your approved drain supplier.
How are corners and upstands formed?
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Use preformed internal/external corners and coved skirtings/upstands to achieve continuous waterproof detailing.
What slip rating is required?
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Specify wet‑area textures and match the R‑rating required by local code for showers/changing rooms.
Do you install?
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No — materials only. Installation is by your appointed wetroom contractor/installer.
Plan to specify Heterogeneous Vinyl?
- Request Specs & Commercial Offer (area m², drain type, slope detail, wall finish, timeline, delivery region).
- Order Samples (texture set, colour shortlist).
