Choosing a shower starts with knowing what your space allows and which type of connection you have. On this page you'll find 40 products from Aloni and DutchLine, from individual shower heads and shower channels to complete enclosures and shower sets, with prices ranging from approximately £15 to £730.
Which shower suits your situation
The size of your floor determines a great deal. A square shower tray in 80 x 80 cm or 90 x 90 cm is the most popular choice for a compact bathroom. If you have more space, a 120 x 90 cm enclosure or a 140 x 200 cm shower screen may be a better fit. Pay attention to the step-in height too: a shower tray at 15 cm requires a different door rail than a near-flush walk-in shower.
For the waste outlet, you can choose between a shower drain of 15 x 15 cm with a vertical or horizontal outlet (Ø50 mm) and a shower channel of 60, 70 or 80 cm. A channel requires the floor to slope towards one side; a central drain is technically simpler but less suited to large-format tiles. With a complete shower set such as the Aloni New Mono slide rail set, you get a hand shower, shower hose and soap holder all in one package.
Installation: the mistake you'll want to avoid
The most common mistake when fitting a shower channel is getting the fall wrong. A minimum fall of 1–2% towards the channel is essential, yet many DIYers only check this after the tiles have already been fixed. Measure the fall before you tile, check it with a spirit level on the floor itself rather than on the channel, and account for the thickness of the tile adhesive when setting the channel height.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a shower set and a shower enclosure?
A shower set consists of individual components such as a slide rail, hand shower and shower hose, designed for use with a separate shower tray or walk-in shower. A shower enclosure is a self-contained unit with walls and a door, typically supplied in a fixed size such as 90 x 90 x 190 cm or 90 x 90 x 225 cm. An enclosure is easier to make watertight, but offers less flexibility in terms of sizing.
Can I fit an Aloni shower tray on a timber floor?
You can, but the supporting structure must be completely flat and rigid. An acrylic shower tray of 90 x 90 x 15 cm has little inherent rigidity and will flex without adequate support, leading to creaking noises and a risk of leaks at the waste outlet. Use a fully filled mortar bed or a purpose-made support frame.
What is a square shower set and who is it suited to?
A square shower set features a square rain shower head, angular slide rail and a matching hand shower with clean, straight lines. This style works well in a bathroom with rectilinear tile patterns and concealed fittings. It is sold as a complete package, which prevents colour mismatches between components and makes installation more straightforward.
If you'd like to complete your shower space, take a look at our shower trays, shower enclosures, shower channels and bath and shower taps.
