Shower walls, or shower surrounds, are waterproof sides that protect your walls from water damage and mold. They are used in showers or shower and tub combos.
Shower walls can be made using a variety of materials, such as tile, acrylic, and fiberglass.
Watters Plumbing offers complete bathroom remodeling services and uses acrylic shower surrounds. Keep reading to learn about the benefits of acrylic shower walls.
How Are Acrylic Shower Walls Made?
To make acrylic shower walls, manufacturers reinforce sheets of acrylic with glass fibers and resin. The acrylic sheets are then heated and vacuum-molded, and a resin or glass fiber is applied to strengthen the panels.
What Are the Benefits of Using an Acrylic Shower Wall?
Our bathroom experts use acrylic tubs and shower surrounds for the best long-term value for our customers.
1. Acrylic Shower Walls Are Durable.
Because acrylic shower walls are reinforced with glass and fiberglass, they can last 10 to 20 years and don’t chip or crack, making them one of the most durable shower surround options.
2. Acrylic Shower Walls Are More Cost-Effective.
Tile needs to be installed piece by piece, with a lot of time needed for grout and clean up, making labor and time costs much higher. Acrylic shower wall panels typically come in multiple sizes and can be installed with adhesives specifically designed for tubs and showers.
3. Acrylic Shower Walls Are Easier to Maintain.
With a tough surface that doesn’t scratch easily and does not have pores, acrylic shower walls resist deep stains (like those from hard water) and make cleaning easier. In addition, because there aren’t individual tiles and grout lines, there are fewer areas for cracks and chips to form.
4. Acrylic Shower Walls Are Faster to Install.
Because there are fewer, larger panels to install—compared to tile—acrylic shower walls can be installed in as little as a day. While you can put an acrylic shower surround on top of your existing shower walls, we recommend a full evaluation to ensure that there is no water damage lurking behind your walls.
Contact the Acrylic Shower Wall Experts at Watters Plumbing Today
If you are ready to replace your shower walls or are interested in a complete bathroom remodel, contact the Fox Cities plumbing professionals at Watters Plumbing today! Our team will review your current bathroom, talk to you about your vision for your bathroom upgrades, and develop a bathroom remodeling plan that helps bring your dream bathroom to life.
Contact us today for a free bathroom remodeling consultation.