A wet room is a completely waterproofed enclosure that encompasses the shower and often the tub. This space has been “tanked”—which means the floors, walls, and even the ceiling are sealed to keep moisture out. Plus it usually features a curbless shower entry that’s level with the whole floor.

A wet room is a style of bathroom where all of the surfaces can get soaked with water—there is no separation between areas that should stay dry and areas that can get wet. Wet rooms are a staple in European households but are less common in the United States.

What is a Wet Room? In short, a wet room is essentially an open shower area that does not have a traditional shower tray or enclosure. Instead, the entire floor and walls are waterproofed to allow for water drainage. This creates a fully functional and versatile space that can be used as both a shower and a regular bathroom.

A wet room is an open space with no separation between shower, tub, sink, and toilet. Walls and floors are sealed against the water. The shower floor is level with the main flooring. A sharp slope in the shower area helps with draining the water. The rest of the bathroom floor also has a slope—but gradual—towards the same drain.