13/10/2026
A bigger shower is planned at the drain, not chosen in the showroom.
More homeowners are looking to increase the size of their main shower, but the part that often gets overlooked is what has to happen before the first tile goes down. The waste position, floor build-up and falls, the choice between a tray and a level base, and exactly where the tanking finishes all need to be considered together.
If an existing drain can’t be moved, I’ll plan around its position and explain the options honestly. Depending on the layout and floor construction, that might mean adjusting the shower size or shape, choosing a suitable tray, or finding a practical way to form the falls to the existing waste. Forcing a design that doesn’t drain properly isn’t a good solution.
Getting these details right at the start helps protect the installation and gives the finished shower the look and function the homeowner wants. The tiles are the visible finish; the preparation underneath is what makes it work.