AKW Tuff Form Wet Floor Former 1500 x 820mm – Slimline GRP Wet Room Former (21036)

Create a spacious and reliable foundation for your wet room with the AKW Tuff Form 1500 x 820mm Wet Floor Former (21036) – a professional-grade solution designed for modern level-access shower installations.

Ideal for walk-in wet rooms, accessible bathrooms and assisted showering environments, this rectangular wet floor former provides a durable and stable base while maintaining a slim 22mm low-profile design that integrates easily into standard timber floor constructions.

Manufactured from high-strength Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP), the AKW Tuff Form offers exceptional rigidity and long-term durability while supporting loads of up to 381kg (60 stone).

The 1500 x 820mm size provides an extended rectangular showering area, making it ideal for larger wet room layouts where additional length improves accessibility, comfort and ease of movement.

Product Overview

The AKW Tuff Form Wet Floor Former 1500x820mm is engineered to deliver long-lasting performance and structural strength for wet room installations in both residential and commercial environments.

Its elongated rectangular footprint provides a generous showering space while still fitting within many standard bathroom layouts, making it suitable for accessible bathrooms, mobility-friendly wet rooms and contemporary walk-in showers.

The trim-to-fit design allows installers to remove up to 150mm from three sides, enabling the former to be easily adapted around joists, pipework or irregular floor layouts without compromising strength.

The offset waste outlet simplifies installation by providing greater flexibility when positioning drainage within timber floor constructions.

Compatible with both gravity waste systems and pumped waste systems, the AKW Tuff Form provides installers with a versatile and dependable wet room solution.

Key Features & Benefits

Extended 1500 x 820mm Shower Area

Provides a long rectangular showering space ideal for walk-in wet rooms and accessible bathrooms.

Ultra-Slim 22mm Profile

Designed to integrate seamlessly into floor constructions to create a fully flush level-access shower floor.

High Strength GRP Construction

Manufactured from compressed Glass Reinforced Plastic for excellent durability and structural rigidity.

High Load Capacity

Supports up to 381kg (60 stone) evenly distributed, suitable for residential, commercial and healthcare environments.

Trim-to-Fit Flexibility

Up to 150mm can be trimmed from three sides, allowing installers to adapt the former during installation.

Offset Waste Position

Helps installers route waste pipework around joists and existing plumbing.

Compatible with Multiple Floor Finishes

Suitable for vinyl safety flooring or tiled wet room installations.

Fast & Secure Installation

Factory pre-formed pilot fixing holes and a non-slip cross-hatch underside help stabilise the former during installation.

Regulation Compliant

Designed to meet UK Building Regulations Part M, making it ideal for accessible bathroom installations.

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer: AKW
Product Type: Wet Floor Former
Model: Tuff Form
Product Code: 21036

Dimensions: 1500mm x 820mm
Depth: 22mm slimline profile

Material: High-strength compressed GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic)

Maximum Load: 381kg (60 stone)

Trim Allowance: Up to 150mm on three sides

Waste Compatibility:
Suitable for gravity or pumped waste systems

Waste Position: Offset for easier installation

Floor Compatibility:
Designed for timber floor constructions

Surface Finish:
Smooth non-porous surface suitable for vinyl safety flooring or tiled finishes

Compliance:
UK Building Regulations Part M compliant

Waste: Not included

Typical Applications

• Level-access wet rooms

• Walk-in shower installations

• Accessible and disabled bathrooms

• Residential bathroom renovations

• Care homes and assisted living environments

• Healthcare and commercial wet room installations

Why Choose the AKW Tuff Form?

The AKW Tuff Form range is one of the most widely trusted wet room bases available in the UK. Its combination of high-strength GRP construction, slimline profile and installation flexibility makes it a preferred choice for installers, contractors and bathroom professionals.

The 1500 x 820mm Tuff Form is particularly suited to larger wet room layouts where additional length improves showering comfort while maintaining accessibility and compliance with modern bathroom standards.

Downloads

AKW Tuff Form Installation Instructions