AKW Tuff Form Wet Floor Former 1300 x 820mm – Slimline GRP Wet Room Former (21027)

Create a strong, reliable base for your wet room with the AKW Tuff Form 1300 x 820mm Wet Floor Former (21027)— a professional-grade solution designed for level-access shower installations in modern bathrooms.

Widely used in accessible bathrooms, disabled adaptations, and contemporary wet room designs, the AKW Tuff Form provides a durable, ultra-slim foundation that allows you to create a completely step-free showering area using vinyl safety flooring or tiled finishes.

Manufactured from high-strength Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP), this wet room former combines exceptional structural rigidity with a slim 22mm low-profile design, making it ideal for installations where maintaining floor height is important.

The 1300 x 820mm size is particularly suited to rectangular wet room layouts, offering a comfortable showering space while still fitting efficiently within standard bathroom footprints.

Product Overview

The AKW Tuff Form Wet Floor Former 1300x820mm is engineered to deliver long-term performance and structural strength for both residential and commercial wet room installations.

With a maximum load capacity of 381kg (60 stone), this GRP wet room former provides outstanding durability and stability for everyday use.

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

The offset waste outlet provides flexibility when positioning the drain and simplifies installation in timber floor constructions. Factory pre-formed fixing holes ensure accurate placement and quick installation.

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

Key Features & Benefits

Ultra-Slim 22mm Profile

Designed to integrate seamlessly into timber floor constructions while creating a fully flush level-access shower floor.

High Strength GRP Construction

Manufactured from compressed Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) for excellent rigidity and impact resistance.

High Load Capacity

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

Trim-to-Fit Installation

Can be cut by up to 150mm on three sides, allowing installers to adapt the former on-site.

Offset Waste Position

Helps simplify installation around joists and existing pipework.

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 provide stability during fitting.

Regulation Compliant

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

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer: AKW
Product Type: Wet Floor Former
Model: Tuff Form
Product Code: 21027

Dimensions: 1300mm x 820mm
Depth: 22mm ultra-slim 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 tiles

Compliance:
Meets UK Building Regulations Part M accessibility requirements

Waste: Not included

Typical Applications

• Level-access wet rooms

• Disabled and accessible bathrooms

• Walk-in shower installations

• Residential bathroom renovations

• Care homes and assisted living environments

• Healthcare and commercial bathroom facilities

Why Choose the AKW Tuff Form?

The AKW Tuff Form Wet Room Former is one of the most widely specified wet room bases in the UK. Known for its strength, slim profile and installation flexibility, it allows installers to create reliable level-access showers quickly and efficiently.

Whether you are installing a modern wet room, accessible bathroom or walk-in shower, the AKW Tuff Form 1300x820mm provides a durable and regulation-compliant base designed for long-term performance.

Downloads

AKW Tuff Form Installation Instructions