Tissino has introduced Mont, a new shower tray collection designed to give bathroom retailers greater scope when responding to the growing demand for coordinated, colour-led bathroom schemes.
As customers move beyond purely functional choices and begin to treat the bathroom as a fully resolved interior, the role of the shower tray has shifted. Mont has been developed with this in mind, offering retailers a product that supports a more tailored approach to specification, while maintaining the performance credentials expected in a high-use environment.
The collection is defined by a clean, low-profile design, with a smooth surface and refined edge detail that allows it to sit comfortably across a wide range of installations, from minimal enclosures through to more layered, furniture-led schemes. Rather than competing with surrounding finishes, the tray integrates quietly, supporting a cohesive overall look.
A key point of difference for retailers is the breadth of colour offering. Mont is available in Matt White as standard, alongside a bespoke colour service that allows trays to be specified in Tissino furniture finishes within a six-week lead time, or in any RAL colour within eight weeks. This gives showrooms the ability to align trays with brassware, furniture or wall finishes, opening up more considered selling opportunities and higher-value project discussions.
Each tray is manufactured using Tissino’s Xenite material, a mineral-resin coating developed to deliver durability alongside a refined surface finish. The trays feature an antibacterial core and a smooth anti-slip surface with a Class B rating, offering reassurance for end users while supporting easy day-to-day maintenance. Resistance to scratches, UV exposure and impact makes the range well suited to both residential and light commercial applications.
Attention to detail extends to the inclusion of a colour-matched waste grate supplied as standard, ensuring a consistent finish across the tray without visual interruption. For installers, the ability to trim the tray by up to 100mm provides additional flexibility on site, helping to accommodate more complex layouts or retrofit scenarios.
In bathroom design and renovation, the drive towards seamless, design-led interiors continues to gain momentum. A key trend is the coordination of wall coverings with the shower tray, a solution that delivers both visual cohesion and enhanced technical performance.
Acquabella responds with a fully integrated approach, designed for specifiers and homeowners seeking a balance of aesthetics, durability and ease of installation.
The advantages of this “match” between shower tray and walls are numerous: visual coherence, perfect compatibility, easier cleaning, simpler installation and enhanced durability over time.
Seamless, coordinated design
Matching shower trays with wall panels creates a unified scheme where colour, texture and finish flow uninterrupted across surfaces. The result is a clean, architectural look that brings a sense of order and refinement to the space.
Acquabella’s Slim wall panel, just 3mm thick, is designed for large-format application and is available in high-definition Slate and Zero finishes, alongside a versatile colour palette from the Standard collection. It pairs with Livo Slate and Acqua Zero shower trays, as well as Halo Zero, enabling a fully coordinated bathroom scheme.
Simplified installation, precise results
Beyond aesthetics, this integrated solution streamlines installation. Using the same material across surfaces ensures accurate alignment and consistent adhesion, reducing on-site complexity.
Manufactured from Akron®, both panels and trays can be cut with millimetre precision, allowing for a tailored fit – even in non-standard layouts – while maintaining structural integrity and waterproof performance.
Hygiene and durability built in
Reducing joins between surfaces helps limit the build-up of dirt, limescale and moisture, supporting a more hygienic environment and lowering maintenance demands.
Available in large formats of up to 250cm, Slim panels create expansive, easy-to-clean surfaces that enhance both practicality and spatial perception.
Akron® also offers high resistance to scratches, impacts and stains, ensuring long-lasting performance and a consistent finish over time – key considerations in modern bathroom specification.
Planning a bathroom is changing a functional shower tray specified late in the process, is becoming a thing of the past, as bathrooms become more of a living space in look and feel. In turn showering and the space to do this has become a design statement in its own right, resulting in a new emphasis on the shower surface: ultra-slim profiles, architectural lines, colour-matched finishes and materials engineered to perform beautifully over time.
Kaldewei’s new generation of shower surfaces, built around its Solidlite™ material technology, is a strong example of this shift. The promise is straightforward: make the shower surface easier to specify and to install—particularly in refurb projects. Solidlite™ delivers a shower tray that is notably lightweight yet impressively rigid, with high resistance to warping, cracking and day-to-day wear.
Material matters to the specifiers and consumers of today’s bathroom detail, source, functionality and sustainability are important. Kaldewei offers a stable core made from recycled glass this underpins the structure, and the surface is fully recyclable at end of life—helpful credentials for projects where product provenance is increasingly scrutinised. Additionally, the permanently sealed finish supports hygiene and quick cleaning, aligning with the industry’s ongoing demand for low-maintenance luxury.
Within the range, the Calima shower surface leans into the ‘quiet’ language of contemporary interiors. A step-free, flush-to-floor installation helps the shower integrate into the architecture rather than become an add-on, while an invisible water edge on three sides and precisely defined corner radii keep the geometry crisp—ideal for pairing with frameless enclosures, linear brassware and large-format wall finishes.
Practicalities haven’t been ignored. The waste outlet sits discreetly on the short side, framed by a subtle design line that balances the composition while supporting efficient drainage. With 44 sizes and five contemporary colours—Alpine White, Alpine White Matt, Warm Beige, Cool Grey and Black Matt—Calima gives designers and retailers flexibility ideal for compact ensuites, yet it can confidently scale up in larger wet rooms.
As clients invest in comfort, accessibility and visual calm within the bathroom with emphasis on the showering space products like Solidlite™ surfaces show how performance engineering can unlock a more cohesive bathroom plan. For the interior design industry, the message is clear: specify the shower surface early, treat it as a finishing material, and let the ritual of showering set the tone for the entire room.
Bette is expanding the Bette Ultra Space shower tray range with 20 additional sizes. This further increases the scope for customised bathroom planning, in both new builds and refurbishments. From compact layouts to spacious walk-in solutions, BetteUltra Space can now be tailored even more precisely to different room concepts.
BetteUltra Space combines minimalist design with a clear technical advantage. In combination with the BetteCompact+ drain set, it can be installed with a minimum installation height of just 90 mm. According to Bette, no other shower tray solution meets standards at this level. This opens up new possibilities, particularly in challenging installation scenarios, such as in existing properties, where installation heights are low, or wherever a shower area needs to be integrated in a particularly elegant and comfortable manner.
A particular benefit lies in the well-thought-out geometry of the shower surface. It guides the water safely and cleanly to the drain, even with the extremely flat design. The result is a minimalist shower area that not only appears light and spacious but also functions reliably in everyday use. The low installation height is thus not a compromise, but a genuine gain in comfort. The wall-adjacent drain on the narrow side also creates a pleasant, continuous standing area and enhances the clean architectural aesthetic.
In terms of design, BetteUltra Space offers additional freedom thanks to its wide range of colours, with over 30 options. This allows the shower tray to be subtly and harmoniously matched to the adjacent floor covering or deliberately styled as a contrast. Made from glazed titanium steel, it also impresses with a seamless, hygienic and particularly easy-to-clean surface. Compared to tiled showers, it can be cleaned more quickly and easily, a noticeable advantage in daily use. Bette offers a 30-year guarantee on the flawless quality of this robust material.
BetteUltra Space also sets a clear example when it comes to sustainability. The material is based on the natural raw materials glass, water and steel, and stands for durability and recyclability.
The shower tray is also available with Seal+ as an option. The pre-assembled seal facilitates standard-compliant installation and simplifies coordination between the plumber and the tiler. This ensures safety on site and makes installation even more efficient.
The Connect2 tray, designed and made in the UK by Kudos has been constructed to avoid floor joists, ensuring it retains its super-low profile when installed. Launched in a choice of grey slate effect, high gloss white or slip-resistant white, Kudos has now added its best-selling slate effect white colourway to the collection.
Connect2 trays stand at just 35mm in height, are guaranteed to avoid all standard joist sizes and spans thanks to the precise positioning of a unique offset dual waste outlet, allowing the installer to choose the waste clear from obstruction to connect. The tray may need to be rotated to accommodate the fixed joists, but once set, the installer simply uses the blanking plug provided to seal the unused waste and plumb in the high-flow waste and trap, avoiding any need to lift the tray off the floor. If both waste holes are free then both wastes can be connected for even faster water removal. A re-inforced, magnetically secured waste cover, that’s easily removed for cleaning, then sits neatly over the plugs to complete the installation.
The Connect2 range of shower trays are manufactured in a acrylic capped ABS filled with a structural resin bonded stone for maximum strength and stability. The collection offers 12 rectangular sizes from 800mm square to 1700x800mm plus four quadrant/offset quadrant options. Each comes complete with a high flow waste rated to 35 litres of water per minute, and is competitively priced.
Kudos has been designing and manufacturing shower products at its Cumbria facility since 1999. They understand the UK bathroom market and all its idiosyncrasies and endeavour to develop products with easy to install features. Their products are stocked with a number of regional distributors to ensure a reliable service and ease of availability and they offer a lifetime guarantee on their shower trays and a spares website giving a superior after sales service.
Now trading as RONAL Bathrooms UK Ltd, the Kudos portfolio includes shower enclosures, shower trays, over-bath screens, and wet-room solutions sold via KBB showrooms and merchants across the UK. Visit its website, kudosshowers.co.uk, call 01539 564040, or email info@kudosshowers.co.uk.
Acquabella has confirmed its participation in KBB Birmingham 2026, the UK’s leading kitchen, bedroom and bathroom exhibition. The company will be exhibiting in Hall 20, Stand D44, with a 90.25 sqm space conceived as an authentic Acquabella Boutique: an elegant space inspired by the sophisticated interiors of contemporary ateliers.
From 1 to 4 March 2026, Acquabella will showcase its vision of the contemporary bathroom in Birmingham through a carefully curated, experiential exhibition concept, designed to highlight design, materials and customisation as the core pillars of its products. Designed around the principles of harmony and movement, the space features delicate curves and dynamic volumes that evoke natural forms, creating an organic aesthetic that offers a warm and inviting welcome.
The stand has been created as an inspirational environment where architects, interior designers, distributors and installers will be able to discover the brand’s latest innovations first-hand.
Among the key new products to be unveiled at KBB Birmingham 2026 are new shower trays, ultra-light wall panels, bathtubs and an expanded colour range, developed to respond to current market trends and the specific requirements of both residential and contract projects.
With this presence, Acquabella reinforces its commitment to the British market and to the professional channel, focusing on solutions that combine contemporary aesthetics, high technical performance and ease of installation. KBB Birmingham is thus reaffirmed as a strategic event for the brand, both to strengthen existing relationships and to create new business opportunities in a key market.
Find Acquabella in Hall 20 – Stand D44 – kbb 2026 Birmingham | 1-4 March, 2026
Features by Diane Larner, founder and editor of Bathroom Review & Kitchens Review. Diane Larner launched both titles over 15 years ago and has been writing about the bathroom and kitchen interior design industries ever since, publishing regular features across both sectors.
As demand for efficient, easy-to-install shower spaces continues to rise, today’s manufacturers have responded with a range of products that simplify the process for design and construction professionals. Modular components, standardised product ranges and user-friendly installation solutions make it easier to create customised shower spaces that meet functional and aesthetic demands.
In this feature, Diane Larner examines the latest products to reach the market – from minimalist shower design to water-saving features.
Minimalist Style
KEUCO IXMO
In recent years, minimalist design has surged in popularity. Clean lines, uncluttered spaces and a focus on capability characterise the movement. The look has extended beyond living and kitchen areas to the bathroom, making it the perfect design philosophy for the shower.
James Sketch, KEUCO UK country, explains, “Minimalism continues to shape contemporary shower design, with the focus on clean lines, understated elegance, and intelligent functionality. Current trends emphasise walk-in showering spaces with sleek, accessible features that can be adapted for multigenerational living while maintaining a luxurious feel. Neutral palettes and tactile finishes create calm, spa‑like environments, with the use of concealed fittings to ensure seamless aesthetics.”
In the world of bathroom innovation, KEUCO’s IXMO shower series has become a benchmark for both technical excellence and design minimalism. Developed for specifiers, designers, and discerning homeowners, IXMO combines multiple functions into the fewest possible visible components, creating shower spaces that are as stylish as they are efficient.
Making Connections
Ideal Standard Connect 2
Pairing shower enclosures and shower trays with the rest of the bathroom requires careful attention when coordinating spaces. The key is to ensure the materials and finish complement the overall design to create a cohesive look that blends with furniture, tiles and sanitaryware. Additionally, unobtrusive low-profile shower design helps create a seamless look, which in turn enhances the overall aesthetic.
Yiota Toumba, senior designer at The Villeroy & Boch Group, agrees, “These days, shower trays and enclosures aren’t just about function – they’re a key part of the bathroom’s look and feel. We’re seeing a real move toward sleek, low-profile trays that sit almost level with the floor, giving a more open, seamless feel.”
The Connect 2 range of shower enclosures from Ideal Standard is designed for flexibility, with sliding doors, bi-fold styles, and wet-room solutions available to suit a variety of bathroom layouts and spaces. Available in Chrome and Silk Black finishes, the enclosures are easy to pair with matching furniture and fittings, creating a cohesive, integrated bathroom.
Carefree Colour
CRL Shower Door Thresholds
Colour has made a comeback this year, becoming a central fixture on the design agenda. In bathrooms, colour helps create a bold aesthetic or can be used to define structure and layout. The use of colour in hardware adds an unexpected twist, especially when used to soften or accentuate design schemes – whether bold and dark for a sleek, contemporary look, or rose gold for a touch of luxury.
Simon Boocock, MD, CRL, comments, “Colour remains big news and innovation in hardware design is providing consumers with more choice than ever before. Designers can now create boutique-inspired enclosures with hardware in a plethora of finishes from Brushed Nickel and Satin Brass to Matte Black – and innovations such as our new Shower Door Thresholds are giving customers even more creative freedom.”
CRL has extended the design possibilities of its shower systems, including the multi-award-winning Quadrato, with the launch of new, coordinating Shower Door Thresholds. Available in six chic and sophisticated colours of Matte Black, Brite Anodised, Polished Nickel, Brushed Nickel, Satin Brass, and Brite Gold Anodised, CRL’s new Shower Door Thresholds will seamlessly complement all of its bespoke frameless shower screens to create a truly cohesive look.
Tall Orders
Multipanel 2-7m panel
We have a love affair with height in the UK, and buildings that boast extravagantly high ceilings carry an undeniable charm. However, making use of such a space can be a challenge. According to Chaboun Construction, properties built before the mid-20th century often feature higher ceilings, sometimes up to 2.7 meters. Leveraging the space without it feeling lofty and uncomfortable can be achieved through innovative panel design, creating a stunning, cohesive atmosphere that is expansive yet well-proportioned.
Elliott Fairlie, product and marketing director at Grant Westfield, says, “As more homeowners renovate period properties like Georgian and Victorian homes, there’s growing demand for wall solutions that accommodate higher ceilings without compromising on style. The result is a sleek, seamless look that enhances the architectural character of these homes while offering the waterproof performance and ease of installation retailers and fitters rely on.”
Waterproof bathroom wall panel brand Multipanel is expanding its range to include a new 2.7m panel height, designed to meet the growing demand for full-height solutions in properties with taller ceilings.
Water Aware
Module X From Crosswater
Only last week, the Environment Agency urged water efficiency to become a national priority, with Helen Wakeham, EA director of Water, saying, “Climate change and population growth are putting a tremendous strain on resources and this year’s drought is a stark reminder that we all need to be more mindful of our consumption.”
The water agency has also issued a bleak warning about the likelihood of more frequent droughts in the future, and is continuing to progress toward mandatory water labelling. With this in mind, incorporating water-saving products into bathroom design is more relevant than ever before. By selecting high-performance, water-saving fixtures, architects, house builders, and homeowners can address rising environmental costs and lower utility bills, while also contributing to the overall sustainability of their projects.
Jorge Hernandez, head of design at Crosswater, comments, “Across the industry, we have seen a growing appreciation for intuitive controls that hold temperature reliably and make every day shower use effortless and user-friendly. Equally important is the shift toward eco-conscious design in showering, requiring manufacturers to deliver water-saving solutions that maintain high pressure and performance while meeting the expectations of today’s buyers.”
Module Push from Crosswater is designed with sustainability in mind. It features water-saving controls while presenting the latest in luxury showering technology and design.
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Kaldewei has unveiled its latest innovation, the Solidlite shower tray. Engineered to eliminate the common challenges faced by plumbing professionals—such as heavy lifting, complex installation, and fragile materials—Solidlite™ offers a robust, lightweight alternative that simplifies work on-site.
Unlike conventional composite trays made from polyester resin and mineral fillers, which often warp, crack or break, solidlite™ offers long-lasting durability and ease of use. It delivers a flawless surface finish and retains the trusted quality of Kaldewei’s engineering. The result is a premium solution that’s safe, quick and simple to install.
Solidlite™ is tailored to meet the needs of installers. The tray’s lightweight structure allows for fast handling, precise fitting and reduced physical strain. It can be installed directly onto the floor or positioned on adjustable feet, eliminating the need for complex alignment or additional sound insulation.
The material’s strength also supports customisation. Even in awkward or tight spaces, Solidlite™ trays can be factory-cut to the exact measurements needed, accurate to the centimetre, making them suitable for a wide range of bathroom layouts.
Practical demonstrations are available to showcase how easily Solidlite™ can be transported and fitted. These sessions provide professionals with a hands-on look at how the new trays reduce installation times and enhance on-site efficiency.
Calima: refined design, engineered with solidlite™ technology
Alongside the Solidlite™ launch, Kaldewei has introduced Calima – a new shower surface that combines sleek design with solidlite™ performance. Aimed at international markets, Calima blends minimalist aesthetics with practical benefits for trade professionals.
Designed for modern bathroom spaces, Calima features a seamless, step-free finish with an invisible water edge on three sides. The outlet is situated on the short side and is bordered by a distinctive design edge that supports effective water drainage while enhancing its visual appeal.
Thanks to its recycled glass core, Calima is exceptionally light and easy to handle. It offers the same structural stability as heavier products, without the added weight or installation complexity. Available in 44 sizes, ranging from 70 cm to 180 cm, and five colour options (alpine white, alpine white matte, warm beige, cool grey, and black matte), the range supports flexible design planning.
All Calima trays have a consistent depth, simplifying specification across different bathroom layouts. Their permanently sealed surface resists hairline cracks and wear, maintaining appearance and performance over time.
Fully recyclable and made with sustainable materials, Calima supports eco-conscious renovation and construction projects. Combining advanced design, long-term durability and environmental responsibility, Calima represents the next generation of bathroom surface innovation from Kaldewei.
Kinedo has launched the newest addition to its portfolio of cuttable shower trays. The stunning Kinediva lives up to its name with its elegant styling and unique lateral water flow design for efficient drainage.
Available in three colours, including beautiful marine blue, beige, and white, and with a stylish matte finish, Kinediva oozes elegance and style. Just 35mm thick, it is available in square and rectangular profiles in 17 popular sizes, ensuring a match for almost every shower space. The colour-coordinated waste has an extra-flat matching waste cover and drains up to 24L/min.
As with other models in the Kinedo tray range, Kinediva is cuttable and in this case, on all four sides, ensuring that awkward spaces can be easily overcome. The flexible, low-level tray can be fitted flush to the floor in a recess, directly placed on the floor for low-threshold entry, or on raised feet when the situation requires it. Designed for all users, the tray offers an anti-slip surface and is not only easy to fit, but also easy to clean and highly durable.
The perfect shower for new build homes and refurbishment projects alike, the Kinediva offers a stunning point of difference for bathrooms.
PJH has launched a new addition to its Bathrooms2GO portfolio – the 2GO Shower Tray range, which combines style, performance, easy installation, and exceptional value.
Key to the 2GO Shower Trays’ appeal is their lightweight yet robust construction, which ensures straightforward handling and effortless installation – a perfect solution for busy bathroom installers. Made with acrylic and glass reinforced plastic, the unique trays are robust yet easy to manoeuvre.
Each tray is rigorously weight-tested up to 400kg for superior strength and long-lasting durability. To further enhance performance, every tray is supplied complete with a 90mm chrome fast-flow waste, ensuring quick and efficient water drainage.
Available in both quadrant and rectangular designs, the 2GO Shower Tray range offers a wide variety of sizes to suit any bathroom project, from compact ensuites to spacious family bathrooms. Typical sizes include quadrant trays at 800mm x 800mm and 900mm x 900mm, as well as rectangular trays in dimensions such as 1000mm x 700mm, 1000mm x 800mm and 1200mm x 800mm – ensuring a solution for virtually any space. These innovative trays feature a smooth white finish, a 45mm low profile for a contemporary look, and Riser Kits are also available to suit varying installation requirements.
Bathrooms2GO also offers a choice of special 2GO Enclosure Packs, which include the new 2GO Trays and the ‘Easy Fit’ Quadrant or Sliding Door Enclosures – a perfect match for quick, fuss-free and easy shower installation.
A versatile choice for any bathroom scheme, the 2GO Trays are competitively priced and include a 5-year Guarantee.
Renowned for its exceptional value and industry-leading offers, all Bathrooms2GO products are always in stock and backed by PJH’s ‘First Choice’ customer service and delivery standards. Delivery is available either to store or directly to job location, and ordering couldn’t be easier via the PJH Partners Portal™.
For further information on the 2GO Shower Trays from Bathrooms2GO, or to order products, visit the PJH Partners Portal, www.partners.pjh.uk or contact PJH at sales@pjh.uk / T: 0800 8 77 88 99.
