Tiny House GuideBack to Bathroom

Showers for Tiny Homes

From space-saving wet rooms to pre-made trays and water-saving tapware. Pricing is shown per country; regions marked "being researched" are coming soon.

[ Image space β€” add your own or licensed photos here ]

Shower options

Wet Room (no enclosure)

The whole bathroom floor is waterproofed and sloped to a drain, so the shower has no tray or screen β€” just a curtain or short glass panel.

Advantages

  • Saves the most space
  • No tray to fit
  • Easy to clean
  • Open, larger feel

Disadvantages

  • Whole room gets wet
  • Needs careful full waterproofing
  • Keep paper/towels in a dry spot

Indicative pricing

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί AustraliaWaterproofing + drain from ~$600 AUD
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USABeing researched
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ CanadaBeing researched
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ UKBeing researched
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ί EuropeBeing researched

Acrylic / Fibreglass Base + Walls

A pre-made lightweight shower tray with matching wall panels. Light weight suits homes on a trailer.

Advantages

  • Lightweight (good for trailers)
  • Easy to install
  • Affordable
  • Waterproof out of the box

Disadvantages

  • Fewer size options
  • Can look less premium than tile

Indicative pricing

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Australia$400 – $1,200 AUD (base + panels)
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USABeing researched
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ CanadaBeing researched
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ UKBeing researched
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ί EuropeBeing researched

Stone Resin / Polymarble Base

A heavier, more durable shower base, often slip-resistant. Better for high-use, fixed homes.

Advantages

  • Durable and scratch-resistant
  • Often slip-resistant
  • Premium look

Disadvantages

  • Heavier than acrylic
  • Costs more

Indicative pricing

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Australia$500 – $1,500 AUD
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USABeing researched
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ CanadaBeing researched
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ UKBeing researched
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ί EuropeBeing researched

Tile-Over Tray / Custom Tiled

A waterproofed tray or floor finished with tiles for a seamless, custom look.

Advantages

  • Fully custom look
  • Seamless with floor
  • Wide design choice

Disadvantages

  • Most expensive
  • Needs skilled waterproofing + tiling
  • Heaviest option

Indicative pricing

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Australia$1,000 – $3,000+ AUD installed
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USABeing researched
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ CanadaBeing researched
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ UKBeing researched
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ί EuropeBeing researched

Shower Mixer & Head

The tapware and showerhead. A water-saving (low-flow) head matters most on tank water off-grid.

Advantages

  • Low-flow heads cut water use sharply
  • Wide price range
  • Easy to upgrade

Disadvantages

  • Cheap units can clog or feel weak
  • Hot water demand still applies

Indicative pricing

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Australia$80 – $500 AUD
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USABeing researched
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ CanadaBeing researched
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ UKBeing researched
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ί EuropeBeing researched

Companies & suppliers by country

Australia

Bunnings (bases, panels, tapware)

Reece Plumbing

USA

Being researched

Canada

Being researched

UK

Being researched

Europe

Being researched

Pricing note: figures are indicative 2026 estimates in Australian dollars and vary by model, retailer, and currency. Regions marked "being researched" will be added soon. Always confirm the current price with the supplier. Waterproofing, plumbing and electrical work are subject to local council and licensing rules β€” use a licensed tradesperson where required. Last updated: June 2026.