how disappointing ...has the tiler offered any solutions? in the meantime a simple shower curtain could be worth considering.. extra long white shower curtain (213cm hangs higher and looks better) about $25 from Spotlight and "extenda rail" adjustable tension rod available for about $20 at Bunnings...easy DIY quick fix without making any holes in the tiles and could be worth trying until the perfect solution is found

Having experienced a leaking shower, a step down sounds like a welcome added precaution, which seems rarely done. Supposedly if there is no hob or atepdown there is an angle, and obviously the whole thing is supposed to slope towards the drain anyway, but BeachBathrooms' earlier comment about capillary action rings true. It became obvious very quickly in our other shower that water was creeping across the grout outside the shower so whatever was meant to be done either wasn't or wasn't correctly done. Then there's the modern hotel bathrooms I've experienced where the water simply splashes out too easily. All in the name of style.

Hi Belinda, Here are some important things to consider. Moisture is your greatest enemy when it comes to cleaning terrazzo. The material is very porous, easily stained, and can easily be etched by acids. We recommend an alkaline cleaner and degreaser for best results. Upon sealing, the floors should only be cleaned with a neutral pH cleaner; all-purpose cleaners that contain crystallizing salts, alkali, or acids should be avoided, as well as those cleaners that are water soluble. If you are considering cleaning the tiles with a gerni ensure that the grout and divider strips are in good condition. You should not use sweeping compounds that contain oil as these will penetrate your terrazzo floors and permanently discolor it. In our humble opinion terrazzo floors are very nice to look at and can be easy to maintain as long as it is properly grouted and sealed. This said, terrazzo is quite easy to tile over. However, make sure you are familiar with correct 'tile fall' techniques before you start mixing your grout. Megasealed also provide bathroom tiling solutions as very reasonable prices. Where are you based? We can give you a no-obligation free quote if you give us a call on 1300 658 007 or contact us through our website.

Katrina My strong suggestions PLUMBING DRAINAGE. ONLY a Heel Guard linear grate at the door end SHOWER ROSE ( If you are replacing the ceiling, ceiling-mounted rose) IF NOT replacing the ceiling, with 2100 height of the ceiling ( Rose height ?? ) Discuss with company /plumber ) Rose position, if the shower is 950 + could be in long wall ( However, you will have back to glass when showering, my preference in door wall ) MIXER/DIVERTER, Default to o/head rose. divert to handheld rose, ( Prefer this combination, the majority of combination sets have chromed plastic components, are difficult to clean ( What will they look like 10/15 years? ) FLOOR The new floor must be of cement-based material, fixed as specified CARPENTER ( about $ 2,000, Labour cost ) Plumbing Timber Frame A NECESSITY. All walls must be plumb and straight. New floor, plumbing of walls, cut outs for recessed cabinet, niche, supporting timbers for wall hung vanity may take a carpenter up to four days and if you are moving plumbing he will have to return to fix down flooring days ( WALL LINING Thickness dependent on tile thickness if greater than 15 mm 9mm thick Villaboard is optimum 9 far more expensive to purchase and fix ) VIllaboard, or equivalent cement base product NEVER Water-resistant Gyprock WATERPROOFING Only double waterproofing to us is acceptable! Waterproofing under the tile bed AND on top of the tile bed UNDER FLOOR HEATING Check out kits and ask the Electrician to install ( he/she will be able to give you a quote ) They are not hard to install, however, Electrician needs to rough in GLASS PANEL ONLY 1200, 570+- is OK to enter shower most doors 600 TILING Step down 10/15 mm. floor graded to linear grate at doo end RECESSED CABINET NOT possible for structural reasons to have a 900 w cabinet line up with 900 w vanity. Any other questions, welcome Ken