Hi!
We would really appreciate some quick ideas, as we can only present a new proposal later this week.
Unfortunately, we only noticed quite late that the developer planned a relatively short glass partition for the open shower (about 85cm (33 inches)). Now we’re a bit worried about frequent water splashes throughout half of the bathroom.
The bathroom is only 10 m² (108 sq ft) in size, measuring 2.85 x 3.55 m (9.4 x 11.6 ft). As shown in the sketch, we have two windows, which don’t exactly make the planning easier. The bathtub will be 180 x 80 cm (71 x 31 inches) and the vanity with double sinks will be 120–140 cm (47–55 inches) wide.
I already looked it up and found references to these so-called “T-walls.” However, I can’t find any practical ideas on how they could be planned in this case.
Do you have any suggestions, or is the concern about the shower partition unnecessary?
Best regards & thanks for your help!
Gatho
We would really appreciate some quick ideas, as we can only present a new proposal later this week.
Unfortunately, we only noticed quite late that the developer planned a relatively short glass partition for the open shower (about 85cm (33 inches)). Now we’re a bit worried about frequent water splashes throughout half of the bathroom.
The bathroom is only 10 m² (108 sq ft) in size, measuring 2.85 x 3.55 m (9.4 x 11.6 ft). As shown in the sketch, we have two windows, which don’t exactly make the planning easier. The bathtub will be 180 x 80 cm (71 x 31 inches) and the vanity with double sinks will be 120–140 cm (47–55 inches) wide.
I already looked it up and found references to these so-called “T-walls.” However, I can’t find any practical ideas on how they could be planned in this case.
Do you have any suggestions, or is the concern about the shower partition unnecessary?
Best regards & thanks for your help!
Gatho
That works
What kind of fixtures are included now?
I still have three comments:
How thick is the wall with the door? Ask your general contractor if the pre-wall installation in the shower is really necessary. It actually takes up quite a bit of shower space.
The shower tray is hopefully as large as the shower panel, right? Or will the entire area be fully tiled?
I would only build the pre-wall (for the toilet and washbasin) as high as absolutely necessary. This way, you gain some shelf space between the pre-wall and the mirror cabinet. Otherwise, you will have to hang your mirror cabinet higher, which can make the space feel cramped.
If you like, you can also share the final additional cost. That way, others can get a better idea.
What kind of fixtures are included now?
I still have three comments:
How thick is the wall with the door? Ask your general contractor if the pre-wall installation in the shower is really necessary. It actually takes up quite a bit of shower space.
The shower tray is hopefully as large as the shower panel, right? Or will the entire area be fully tiled?
I would only build the pre-wall (for the toilet and washbasin) as high as absolutely necessary. This way, you gain some shelf space between the pre-wall and the mirror cabinet. Otherwise, you will have to hang your mirror cabinet higher, which can make the space feel cramped.
If you like, you can also share the final additional cost. That way, others can get a better idea.
Good morning Jochen104,
I can gladly provide the detailed specifications once we receive the offer, which we are still waiting for.
According to the floor plan, the wall with the door is 11cm (4.3 inches) thick, which is quite thin. That won’t work because the entire house supply system (including heating) runs through the shaft behind the shower.
The shower tray measures 100 x 100cm (39 x 39 inches) and will be installed flush with the tiled floor. We were advised against a fully tiled, walk-in shower at many points (due to potential joint leaks), so we decided on this option.
The idea of a pre-wall installation is a good one, but we were told that the pre-wall for the toilet must have a height of 130cm (51 inches). In the washbasin area, a lower pre-wall could be chosen. However, it’s uncertain if this height difference would look nice.
I will share the additional cost here once I have the offer – along with photos, in about six months.
Good luck
Gatho
I can gladly provide the detailed specifications once we receive the offer, which we are still waiting for.
According to the floor plan, the wall with the door is 11cm (4.3 inches) thick, which is quite thin. That won’t work because the entire house supply system (including heating) runs through the shaft behind the shower.
The shower tray measures 100 x 100cm (39 x 39 inches) and will be installed flush with the tiled floor. We were advised against a fully tiled, walk-in shower at many points (due to potential joint leaks), so we decided on this option.
The idea of a pre-wall installation is a good one, but we were told that the pre-wall for the toilet must have a height of 130cm (51 inches). In the washbasin area, a lower pre-wall could be chosen. However, it’s uncertain if this height difference would look nice.
I will share the additional cost here once I have the offer – along with photos, in about six months.
Good luck
Gatho
Gatho schrieb:
I can provide details about the fittings as soon as we receive the offer, which we are still waiting for. Great.
Gatho schrieb:
According to the floor plan, the wall with the door is 11cm thick (4.3 inches), which is quite thin, so that won’t work because the entire house supply (including heating) runs through the shaft behind the shower. No, unfortunately that won’t work then. That’s a shame.
Gatho schrieb:
The shower tray is 100x100cm (39x39 inches) and will be recessed flush with the tiled floor. We were advised against a walk-in tiled shower in so many places (due to the risk of leaking grout), so we decided on this option. If it’s done properly by someone who knows what they’re doing, there are no problems. Those who advise against it usually just can’t do it well. It’s not rocket science, really. Personally, I wouldn’t like it that way.
I would at least try to find a shower tray matching the width of the partition.
Gatho schrieb:
The idea of a pre-wall frame is good, but we were told that the pre-wall for the toilet must be 130cm (51 inches) high. For the washbasin area, a lower pre-wall could be chosen. But would that height difference look good? That usually depends on the size of the toilet installation. Our pre-wall frames are around 1.20m or 1.25m (47 or 49 inches). I wouldn’t want to have a height step either.
Gatho schrieb:
I will mention the surcharge here once I have the offer — and also share the photos, in about 6 months. Then you’re probably curious too whether it will all fit within the budget.
I’m looking forward to the photos — six months go by faster than you think.
Gatho schrieb:
Using a stud wall is a good idea, but we were told that this stud wall for the toilet must have a height of 130cm (51 inches). For the washbasin area, you could choose a lower stud wall. But would that height difference look good? Why does it have to be 130cm (51 inches)? The Geberit concealed cisterns require a height of 112cm (44 inches) from the finished floor level, so you should be able to keep it under 120cm (47 inches). We unfortunately also made the stud wall 130cm (51 inches), and that is borderline for the mirror cabinet. It works, but I would have preferred it a bit lower.
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