Square Shower Trays
What is a square shower tray and why choose one?
A square shower tray is a shower base with four equal sides. It sits flat on your floorboards or raised on adjustable legs. Homeowners and installers love square trays because their balanced shape makes bathroom planning simple:
Fits Any Corner: Fits neatly into standard 90-degree corners to keep your bathroom walkways open and easy to navigate.
More Standing Space: Straight corners give you generous foot and shoulder room compared to curved shower bases.
Flexible Door Placement: Equal sides let you fit your shower enclosure door on either side to suit your room layout.
Browse our main Shower Trays collection to compare square bases with rectangular or curved ( quadrant and offset) options.
What square shower tray sizes are available?
Choosing the right base dimensions comes down to your available floor space and plumbing layout:
760mm Formats: 760 square shower tray or a square shower tray 760 x 760 mm wide is an ideal size for cloakroom conversions and smaller en suite bathrooms.
800mm Format: The standard 800x800 square shower tray is the most popular choice in UK homes. This size offers a comfortable balance between foot room and floor space.
900mm Format: A 900 x 900 square shower tray provides a generous, luxurious showering zone without taking over your room.
1000mm Format: Spacious luxury base formats built for grand master bathrooms and open walk-in layouts.
To check how different shower tray sizes square in dimensions affect your bathroom layout, review our comprehensive Shower Tray Buying Guide.
What materials and finishes can you choose?
Your shower tray material affects durability, weight underfoot, and daily maintenance:
Pearlstone Trays: Engineered from a patented stone resin matrix, Pearlstone trays are strong yet up to 30% lighter than standard stone resin. Featuring a sleek white acrylic capping, they are easy to clean and warm underfoot.
Slate Effect Stone Trays: Our Luxor collection features textured slate finishes in white, grey, and black. Each model comes with a colour matched waste grate for a striking, spa-like aesthetic.
Heavy-Duty Stone Resin: Solid stone resin construction that resists flexing and provides a sturdy feel underfoot.
Should you choose a low-profile tray or a riser kit?
Deciding how to mount your shower base comes down to your floor type and pipework access:
Low-Profile Installation: At just 40mm high, a low-profile tray sits flat on floorboards or screed, creating a smooth step-in entry.
Riser Kit Installation: If plumbing pipes run above the floorboards, choosing a tray with a riser kit raises the base on adjustable legs. Removable clip-on aprons hide the plumbing while allowing easy maintenance access.
Which shower enclosures fit best on a square tray?
Because square bases have identical sides, they pair seamlessly with a wide range of door configurations:
Corner Entry Shower Enclosures: Double sliding doors that meet in the corner save space outside the shower, making them ideal for narrow rooms.
Pivot & Hinged Shower Doors: Outward-swinging glass doors offer a wide, generous entry path for effortless daily use.
Bi-Fold Shower Doors: Inward-folding glass doors keep water droplets inside the tray area while keeping outside walkways clear.
Matching Shower Enclosures: Pair your base with matching glass panels in our Square Shower Enclosures section.
How do you install and care for a square shower tray?
Installing a shower tray requires a level mortar bed or sturdy riser frame to prevent flexing and water pooling. Always test your waste trap for leaks before sealing the tray edges with sanitary silicone sealant.
For step-by-step fitting instructions and waste trap connection advice, read our DIY Guide: How to Install Your Shower Tray Like A Pro. To keep your tray clean, wipe it weekly using warm soapy water and a non-abrasive cloth.