There are now many types of shower enclosure or shower cubicle on the market, varying in design from shape and style to material and construction. There are probably too many types to cover on a single page, so we'll try to give you a little advice on what to look for and what to avoid.
When buying a shower cubicle avoid cheap plastic screen that are often flimsy and don't have a good feel, or have oversized frames that detract from the overall look of the shower room. There are some great value shower cubicles available online that offer features such as 6mm toughened safety glass, chrome frames (polished aluminium), frameless shower doors and rigid shower trays at very reasonable prices, starting at about £300 including VAT and delivery UK. Considering you'll be paying well over £200 for a cheap shower cubicle from your local DIY centre, you may as well spend that little extra and get a whole lot more for your money.
Shower Trays - In the United States plastic shower trays are most popular, this is amazing given the weight issue that the population seems to have. Plastic shower trays are very flimsy and generally supported by steel frames, DO NOT buy this style of shower tray! In the UK acrylic capped shower trays are the style you should buy. Most common are stone resin acrylic capped shower trays, heavy, solid and robust. New on the scene are acrylic capped reinforced shower trays, similar to stone resin trays these trays are lighter and often come with an easy plumb option. Easy plumb shower trays have adjustable legs to raise the shower tray, so the pipe work can easily be fitted below the tray and a facia to cover the gap between the floor and the base of the shower, giving a neat and tidy finish.