Premium Shower Wall Cladding Options

Choosing the best cladding for any wall in your home is never easy, as it has to meet the needs, characteristics, and conditions of each space. Finding the right cladding for your shower wall is an important task when decorating or designing your bathroom.

In this article we explain which materials offer the best features for your shower as well as which ones to avoid.

Types of shower wall cladding

There are now plenty of different materials and finishes to choose from to clad your shower walls. A bathroom is a unique space in any home due to the moisture that is present there meaning you must be sure to use resistant and water-proof materials. These include:

• Ceramic cladding: ceramic products are a great choice that can easily be replaced and adapted to the needs of modern day life. They are options that can add texture and geometry to your shower wall. However, ceramic cladding does not tend to be as durable or resistant as other materials.

• Natural stone cladding: the naturalness and character of natural stone makes it a firm favourite when cladding any shower wall. There is no need to worry about porosity as there are now highly effective treatments to protect your stone. Sensa by Cosentino®, the innovative natural stone range with anti-stain protection and excellent resistance which prevents any liquid from penetrating the stone, while also permitting transpiration.

• Natural wood cladding: despite not being a material that is particularly resistant to moisture, wood can be used to clad smaller more detailed areas to create a sense of warmth and cosiness. However, remember that wood does not have the best properties to be in contact with water or moisture. If you are searching for a material that offers the warm look of natural wood but with better overall properties, we would suggest the ultra-compact surfaces from the DEKTON are an excellent choice. With the tones available from Valterra, you will find a finish inspired by the grains of natural wood, but with a high resistance to scratches, stains, heat, abrasion, and cleaning products. 

Solid shower wall cladding with no joints

Tiles used to be the only option available for cladding an area like a shower wall. However, developments in technology and innovation have led to the creation of different materials and alternatives to offer some truly groundbreaking results. Would you prefer a seam free solid shower cladding? At Cosentino we offer a range of materials that are all completely waterproof and resistant to moisture, limescale, and mould.

A solid cladding surface will make your bathroom feel bigger. By choosing the right cladding, you can completely upgrade your bathroom’s look and feel. 

Large format cladding options with minimal seams (such as those available at Cosentino) are a great choice to make rooms feel larger, and create a more modern space. 

Our favourite shower cladding options

A bathroom is designed with not only functionality but also relaxation in mind, meaning we need to consider how each material looks, as well as their resistance and durability.

A shower is a unique space in any home and requires materials that are resistant to water, moisture, and chemical products. Silestone and Dekton are two of the best options on the market right now, as in addition to their wide array of design alternatives, they also offer high performance properties and features for this special space. 

In fact, Dekton Slim, the ultra-light product from Dekton, is the perfect choice if you want to create a balanced and flowing look. Furthermore, creating a space with minimal joints means easier cleaning and better overall hygiene. 

With a thickness of 4mm, and available in 3200 x 1440 mm panels, Dekton Slim is the perfect choice for those looking for both quality and aesthetics, where all the focus is on the constant flowing look and feel of the material. Dekton Slim has been a revolutionary product, both in the construction and architectural sectors, thanks to its unique properties, which offer a lighter and thinner material that is much easier to work with.