shower room alternative to tiles.

We've recently had our shower re-done with wet wall panels - I think that's what you're referring to. They're not cheap - athough, I would guess probably on a par with tiles. As long as they're installed correctly ( paying particlar attention to the joints ) I personally think they're great. There's loads of colours and patterns to choose from, they're easy to wipe clean, and it removes the problem of the grout going discoloured and looking grotty - or even worse, cracking and leaking. It's a matter of personal taste, but we're really pleased with ours.

paulr70 wrote: »

Would be interest in the costs of purchase and installation vs tiling.

If you Google for "Wet Wall" you'll get any number of places that sell it. Places like B&Q, Homebase etc. also sell it, as do the builders merchants like Wickes, Travis Perkins, Jewsons etc. If you have a tile showroom near you, odds on they'll stock it as well.


It's hard to give a direct comparison on prices. There will be a massive difference between the cheapest tiles and the most expensive tiles, likewise wet-wall comes in different qualities and designs. It's a case of looking at some you like and comparing the prices.


The installation of wet wall is likely to be cheaper, in terms of labour cost, than tiles - or it's actually not too difficult to DIY it.