How do you choose the ideal shower tray for your bathroom?

Today, the bathroom is a room in which we take pleasure in relaxing and forgetting the stresses of everyday life for a while. Whether you prefer a bath or a shower, the time you spend in this room washing up is reserved for you. So it’s vital that everything is personalised to suit your tastes and that each element is adapted to the space.

Because it’s not always easy to ask yourself the right questions when you’re renovating your bathroom, at Hydropolis we want to give you all our advice and expertise to help you choose the perfect shower tray that will combine aesthetics and functionality in your project.

> Here’s a closer look at Hidrobox‘s shower tray collections, which offer a multitude of elegant, modern solutions.

Which shower tray should you choose to match your decorating style?

Arq se distingue par un style industriel séduisant, par une large variété de formats et par son vidage linéaire centré toujours présenté dans la couleur du receveur.

1/ More of an industrial style?

With a cement texture in matt tones, these shower tray models will give your bathroom the industrial style you’re looking for. A style that’s easy to adopt thanks to the Arq collection.

Arq stands out for its attractive industrial style, its wide range of formats and its centred linear drain, always presented in the same colour as the shower tray. The exceptional characteristics of the Kromat® material guarantee the quality of this product, which is available in made-to-measure formats and special shapes.

A rough-finish cement look and a drain cover in the same finish give this shower tray an air of yesteryear, a creative and artistic texture that is much appreciated in interior design. Arq is a truly contemporary choice for the shower space.

2/ Between functional elegance and linearity

Sophistication is coming to the bathroom with shower trays that are straight and simple. Like the Line collection, which combines elegance and functionality thanks to the solid Surface Scene® material and its pure white colour.

Its modern, minimalist, structured lines characterise the Line range. This collection is a real success in terms of engineering and design, thanks to its stylish and refined drainage channel that offers undeniable functionality.

The collection offers the option of positioning the drain grate either lengthways or widthways. The Line range brings simple sophistication to the shower space. Available in a wide range of formats, the Line shower tray can also be made to measure to cover large volumes of shower space. Manufactured in Scene® solid surface or Kromat®, the Line shower tray is an essential part of your bathroom décor.

And to give it a warm touch, at Hidrobox we recommend the Cube and Quadro collections. Slim lines with a light perimeter frame in slate texture.

Cube extra-flat shower tray made from Scene® and Quadro made from Marmek®. Easy to install, either free-standing or recessed, with a perimeter border and a wide range of sizes. Cube and Quadro shower trays adapt to your every need. A 3.5 cm thick shower tray with a structured slate finish that will bring a warm ambience to your bathroom. The versatility, simplicity and elegance of this range will make it a striking feature in any room.

The Line range brings simple sophistication to the shower space. Available in a wide range of formats, the Line shower tray can also be made to measure to cover large volumes of shower space.

The Cube and Quadro shower trays can be adapted to suit all your needs. A 3.5 cm thick shower tray with a structured slate finish that will add a warm ambience to your bathroom.

3/ For a contemporary style

If you want to combine modernity and harmony, opt for the Twins shower tray. This collection is characterised by its slightly asymmetrical contemporary design and innovative Microtex® texture.

The innovative Microtex® texture is distinguished by its smooth appearance which, up close, shows a fine relief that highlights the product’s features such as its very high resistance, natural anti-slip properties and optimum matt finish. The combination of TWINS and Microtex® makes it possible to create infinite combinations, where colours and different shapes are the protagonists of the bathroom.

Twins is the elegance of asymmetry in its many reflections. The unconventional shape of the Twins shower tray will enhance the beauty of the environment in which it is installed. Its design makes Twins a key element in creating harmony in your shower space.

Receveur de douche Twins en Kromat - Hidrobox chez Hydropolis

With its distinctive asymmetrical design, Twins is a key element in creating harmony in your shower space.

The combination of TWINS and Microtex® makes it possible to create infinite combinations, where colours and different shapes are the protagonists of the bathroom.

collection Neo Plus

4/ Think outside the box!

And if you’re looking for a bold, entirely personalised design, don’t hesitate! Choose shower trays from the Neo Plus collection. Made from Scene® and Kromat®, they offer a wide range of textures, sizes and colours.
You can also choose the grid of your choice to create the combination you prefer.

What technical features should I look out for when choosing a shower tray?

Design is certainly an essential element in today’s bathroom design, but it’s not the only thing to consider when choosing your shower tray. You also need to take into account the various technical features, the dimensions of the shower space and even the time you have available.

Let’s start with the last point. If you’re in a hurry to make the most of your bathroom, and your shower area in particular, the shower tray should have standard measurements so that it can be installed more quickly. We’d advise you to opt for the One collection from Hidrobox. This collection adapts easily to standard shower trays, thanks to the wide range of dimensions it offers.

The One collection is extremely versatile, as it can fit in with all the current decorating trends. Made in Kromat, slate texture and in 5 standard colours, with the option of a stainless steel grate or in the same colour.

One is the shower tray you need for quick and easy installation. One is available in a wide range of standard sizes and can be cut to size directly on site.

If, on the other hand, you’ve got more time on your hands, then treat yourself by creating a shower tray with a personalised design. This allows you to make the most of the space available. If your bathroom is small, we recommend asymmetrical shower trays. On the other hand, if you have a large space, don’t hesitate to opt for large double shower trays or long shower trays, such as those in the Unique collection, which can be up to 4 m long.

The Unique collection also offers made-to-measure solutions for the most unusual projects. The freedom to define not only the shape for a given space, but also the possibility of adapting the type and location of drains.

Unique is the perfect solution for architects and interior designers, who will find it an ideal way of developing customised projects with the utmost individuality. This solution makes it possible to achieve the best possible aesthetic and practical results, offering users the most satisfying showering experience possible.

The One collection is extremely versatile, as it can be integrated into all the latest decorating trends.

If you have plenty of space in your bathroom, opt for large double shower trays or long shower trays, like those in the Unique collection, which can be up to 4m long.

Unique is a tailor-made solution for the most unusual projects

To stand up to the wear and tear of time and everyday life, your shower tray must have certain properties. These include

1- Anti-slip properties

At Hydropolis, the safety of our customers is of the utmost importance. That’s why we work with the Hidrobox brand, whose shower trays are anti-slip and accessible to people with disabilities, to prevent slips and falls.

2- Resistance and durability

All the shower tray models featured in this article are resistant to impacts, scratches and thermal variations.

3- Easy to clean

Easy to clean, the materials used in these shower tray collections have antibacterial properties and are extremely resistant to chemicals. As a result, they offer exceptional levels of hygiene.

If you are a professional, architect, decorator or private individual and you have a project to build or renovate your home? Contact the Hydropolis teams.

Our expertise in fitting out and designing bathroom spaces means you can benefit from advice and solutions tailored to your bathroom project. We look forward to hearing from you!

Hydropolis Showrooms

Specialising in custom bathroom design and layout, the Hydropolis teams welcome and assist you in your construction and renovation projects. Your desires, your plans, your questions matter to us. We make ourselves available.

To better serve you and allocate the necessary time for the study of your project, we invite you to schedule an appointment with our design teams.