AKW Tuff Form Wet Floor Former 1800 x 820mm – Slimline GRP Wet Room Former (21050)

Create a spacious, fully accessible wet room with the AKW Tuff Form 1800 x 820mm Wet Floor Former (21050) – a professional-grade solution designed for large level-access shower installations.

Ideal for walk-in wet rooms, accessible bathrooms and assisted showering environments, this rectangular wet room former provides a durable and reliable 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 strength and rigidity while supporting loads of up to 381kg (60 stone).

The 1800 x 820mm format provides an extended showering area, making it ideal for larger wet room layouts where additional length is required for comfort, mobility access, or assisted showering.

Product Overview

The AKW Tuff Form Wet Floor Former 1800x820mm is engineered to provide a strong and long-lasting foundation for modern wet room installations.

Its elongated rectangular footprint makes it particularly suitable for larger accessible bathrooms, walk-in shower areas and assisted living environments, where additional showering space improves usability and accessibility.

The trim-to-fit design allows installers to remove up to 150mm from three sides, enabling easy adjustment around joists, pipework or irregular floor layouts without compromising structural integrity.

An offset waste outlet simplifies installation and provides flexibility when positioning drainage within timber floor constructions.

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

Key Features & Benefits

Extended 1800 x 820mm Shower Area

Provides a long rectangular showering space ideal for accessible wet rooms and assisted showering environments.

Ultra-Slim 22mm Profile

Allows the former 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: 21050

Dimensions: 1800mm 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

• Large level-access wet rooms

• Walk-in shower installations

• Disabled and accessible bathrooms

• Assisted living and care home environments

• Healthcare and hospital wet rooms

• Spacious residential bathroom renovations

Why Choose the AKW Tuff Form?

The AKW Tuff Form range is widely recognised as one of the most reliable wet room bases available in the UK. Its combination of strength, slimline design and installation flexibility makes it a preferred choice for installers, contractors and bathroom professionals.

The 1800 x 820mm Tuff Form is particularly suited to larger accessible wet room installations where additional length improves comfort, accessibility and overall showering space.

Downloads

AKW Tuff Form Installation Instructions