The open-concept design gained popularity by combining the living room, the dining area, and the kitchen into one cohesive space. Now, it is making waves in full-bath constructions and renovations with wet rooms. It is what it sounds like — a room designed to get wet. The main thing about this bathroom is that the shower space is flush with the rest of the bathroom floor, with only a glass panel as the partition.
A home remodel expert discusses the advantages of wet rooms here.
Larger Bathroom
Less is more when it comes to open-concept layouts. Barriers like extra walls are eliminated, smoothing out the flow of traffic and increasing the efficiency of the space. This design also abandons elements like curtains and mats and other physical distractions that can create visual clutter. One important consideration with wet rooms is that dry areas need to be water-resistant as splashes are common.
Easy Cleaning
An advantage of a wet room is that water can be directed to a single drain within the shower section. Nothing will stop you should you decide to use the handheld shower head to clean the floor or the walls. With the minimalist design, there are also fewer fixtures and fittings to take care of. Not to mention a lower risk of mold growth and decay due to the shower not being fully enclosed.
Accessible Floor Plan
Creating a wet room during a bathroom remodel is particularly beneficial for people with mobility issues because the shower is flush with the rest of the bathroom. This means there is nothing to step over, keeping movement safer and uncomplicated through the years. Just add accessories like grab bars or motion sensor lights to make the room more accessible to older adults or people with limited mobility.
Increased Property Value
All the benefits of a luxurious, spa-like bathroom, from the modern layout to the ease of maintenance, are hard to say goodbye to. But if you decide to sell your home, you can expect a return on investment of about 50-60% of the renovation cost. Many homebuyers look at wet rooms and regard them as a high-end, on-trend addition. Between the design, practicality, and minimal upkeep, any buyer will consider having a wet room a win.
Let’s Start a Conversation!
A fully functional and mega stylish bathroom can be achieved with the help of our design-build experts at DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Larimer County. We will listen attentively to your ideas and work closely with you to ensure we meet your bathroom renovation goals. Call us at (970) 695-1320 or fill out our online contact form to start a conversation.
