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Low profile trays sit close to the floor for a sleek, minimal step and work well if you want a contemporary, wetroom-style look, options include low profile sizes like 1200 x 800mm or 900 x 900mm. Raised trays give extra depth underneath for the waste and trap, so they're often chosen for retrofit jobs where you cannot alter existing pipework; Hydrolux raised options include sizes such as 1700 x 700mm and 1200 x 800mm. Raised trays are usually more expensive (a raised 1700 x 700mm is included in our range higher than the low profile of the same footprint), so weigh plumbing needs against the look you want.

Hydrolux offers a wide range of rectangular and square trays from compact 760 x 760mm and 800 x 700mm up to long options like 1700 x 900mm, plus many common sizes such as 1000 x 800mm, 1200 x 800mm and 1400 x 900mm. Measure the finished floor area where the tray will sit, allow room for the enclosure frame and door swing, and note whether you need a square tray for a corner or a rectangular tray against a long wall. If you're fitting into an existing alcove, measure width at floor level because walls can be out of true.

Yes, Hydrolux sells enclosures, side panels and compatible shower tray wastes so you can coordinate your fittings; there are many enclosures available and side panels for tidier installations. Wastes come in high-flow 90mm options and in finishes such as chrome, black and brushed brass, letting you tie the waste finish to your taps or shower trim. you might pair a 1200 x 800mm low profile tray with a chrome 90mm high-flow waste and a matching chrome-framed enclosure.

Stone resin trays give a solid, weighty feel underfoot and often retain heat better than lighter acrylic trays, creating a more premium finish; Hydrolux lists at least one stone resin option (800 x 700mm). You'd choose stone resin if you want a robust tray for a busy en-suite or a visually substantial base in a smaller bathroom. Bear in mind stone resin can be heavier to manoeuvre and may need firmer support during installation.

Hydrolux high-flow shower wastes are specified as 90mm high-flow models, which are designed to handle higher water outputs from powerful mixers or electric showers and reduce the risk of slow draining. If you have a high-pressure or multi-head shower, the 90mm high-flow waste in chrome, black or brushed brass is a sensible choice. For a low-pressure system, a standard waste will usually be fine, but match the waste size and finish to the tray model you select.