Open shower - walk-in without a door
A particularly attractive and also very practical option is the open shower. In this case, open means that there is no door to the shower cubicle. The shower can be entered openly. This is why this design is also known as a walk-in shower.
The term open shower is also often equated with level-access showers.
Shower without shower screen
Showers without a shower enclosure are the most consistent version of an open shower. Here, the shower consists only of the tiled, flush-to-floor shower element with a slope or the shower tray. There are also the fittings on the wall and the shower head.
"This minimalist version looks particularly elegant, spacious and open in the room."
Open shower with shower enclosure
However, showers with a partition on at least one side are also widely used. This solution offers extensive splash protection for the bathroom. At the same time, however, it retains the open character of a walk-in shower.
Depending on taste and bathroom design, both a glass partition wall and a tiled partition wall are conceivable. Made of glass, it conveys an open feeling of space. A tiled wall protects your privacy as it provides privacy. The partitions can have a wide variety of shapes: classically straight or organically curved.
Walk-in with complete splash guard
The shower without a door can also be realised with a splash guard. In this case, the partitions are positioned in such a way that complete splash protection is provided without a door. This design is accessed via a corner. Glass or tiled versions are also available here.
"Here, the advantages of an open shower are combined with the benefits of a splash guard."
Open shower and splash water
Allow space for splashing water
Open showers without a shower enclosure are not protected against splashing water. Sufficient space should therefore be planned for the shower area. Electrical installations in particular must be installed at a safe distance from the wet area. A radius of at least 1.20 metres from the shower head is recommended.
Partition walls around corners to protect against splashing water
Additional partitions in the entrance area provide reliable protection against splashing water. However, they require more space than a closed shower cubicle.
Low water pressure with shower head
A shower head with low water pressure prevents the water droplets from jumping off the body. The water flows in a relatively straight line towards the floor.
Open shower without door and splash guard at a glance
- Maintain sufficient distance from electrical installations and sanitary facilities
- Use a shower head with low water pressure
- Allow more space for partitions if necessary
Advantages of an open shower
The open design of a shower guarantees the greatest possible freedom of movement. But the visually appealing design can do even more: open showers can also be installed barrier-free.
A nice side effect: with open showers, the bathroom is heated evenly by the shower water. This puts an end to freezing after showering.
- Visually very appealing
- freer feeling of space
- Barrier-free access possible
- Heat distribution throughout the bathroom
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