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Theopen floor planfirst gained popularity by combining the kitchen, living, and dining areas into one cohesive space.
Both shower height and partitions are seamless throughout the space, creating a water-resistant space.
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If you are considering installing a wet room, read the pros and cons of this open-concept bathroom.
Taking down barriers like extra walls smooths traffic flow.
It increases efficiency while abandoning elements like mats and curtains, cutting down on visual clutter.
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Removing all these physical distractionscreates more space, no matter the actual size of your bathroom.
Because the shower is level with the rest of the bathroom, there’s nothing to step over.
Having fewer things in general also helps keep movement uncomplicated through the years.
Given the minimalist design, there’s less stuff to clean, and sleeker lines are easier to maintain.
Also, dry areas like bathroom storage must be water-resistant as shower splashes occur.
In addition to extra tile, more ventilation is necessary when the entire room is susceptible to moisture.
Fans will help ensure the moisture stays in the bathroom and does not make the floor slippery.
Wet Floors
As previously described, the shower is level with the flooring.
Proper drainage and ventilation are essential, but extra caution is necessary when adjusting to this new flooring construction.
