Do I need an in-shower seat?

If you instantly think of an in-shower seat as an uninspiring white plastic installation, you’re not alone. But the reality is that these seats are fast becoming an ultra-chic feature of many bathrooms, being both functional and fashionable. Designed to make showering easier, in-shower seats are often considered as only relevant to the elderly, mobility challenged and disabled. But actually, they offer a stress-free and more enjoyable shower experience for more reasons than you might expect. 

Necessity vs luxury

The answer to this question will fall into one of two categories, necessity or luxury. The commonality between both is that an in-shower seat will allow you to rest when required and provide easier access to your toiletries and wash items, meaning a more stress-free shower experience. But there is much more to these seats than just a shelf for your products. 

In-shower seats for mobility purposes

There are any number of health conditions and ailments that might require you to need somewhere to sit whilst showering. Whether it’s due to restricted mobility or a lack of strength, an in-shower seat is a great solution that will allow you to maintain independence and retain autonomy over your hygiene routine. 

In-shower seats for design and style

These seats are also not just about function. Your bathing rituals deserve indulgence and we believe that every shower should have style as well as function. Walk-in showers with seats provide the opportunity to indulge, providing a footrest for leg-shaving and easy showering with all your beauty products at your fingertips. Think benches with beautiful containers providing quick access to dreamy body washes and rejuvenating masks. Or a seat that provides a moment to pause and enjoy the refreshment of the water hitting your skin.

Shower enclosures that can include a seat

Once you’ve made the decision to install an in-shower seat, you can focus on the design. Suitable for all ages, including children, these seats are available in a variety of styles from wall mounted seats to self-supporting benches. For those installing for accessibility and mobility reasons, there are several different features available, including back and armrests, which may be critical for mobility restrictions. 

Widely popular are wall mounted shower seats that are permanently fixed to the wall of your shower. Many have the option to fold away when not in use, maximising the space available for other shower users who don’t require it. 

Some beautiful examples of showers that could include a wall-mounted shower seat are our Corner Shower spaces. Customisable in size and finish, there are many options available to personalise your shower space.

Bench style seats are another option. These are integral to the design of the shower enclosure. A superb example of the clean lines and stylish finish achievable with this kind of seat is our View 09 corner enclosure. This one is particularly great for an unbeatable mixture of chicness and practicality. Worth noting is that all of our enclosures can be personalised with your choice of coloured glass and digital prints. 

For more inspiration, why not visit our Instagram page to see some of our latest installation projects.