Showerscape Creates Bespic Waterproof Wall Panels
Showerscape, based in Mid Wales, produces made-to-order waterproof wall panels featuring photography and artwork for bathrooms and wet rooms.
Showerscape creates bespoke waterproof shower wall panels that bring photography and artwork into bathrooms and other wet environments. Founded by Ian and Andrea Clewett, the business started over 14 years ago from a personal home renovation project in rural Mid Wales.
Ian Clewett, a graphic designer with expertise in outdoor branding and large format print, used his skills to solve a frustration with available products. He created a large-scale waterproof wall cladding for his own shower featuring a view of the local Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park mountains. The positive reaction to this project led the couple to establish an online supply and design service.
Product and Service Model
Showerscape operates as both a product supplier and a bespoke design service. Everything is made to order to accommodate the unique dimensions and setup of each bathroom. The company offers a range of existing designs but also provides a completely custom service where clients can feature their own chosen imagery or graphics.
Andrea Clewett manages customer enquiries, production, and logistics. Ian Clewett leads the creative side, handling design creation, image editing, and production artwork. The company prides itself on being available for client conversations and advice, leveraging Ian's 30 years of graphic design experience.
Technical Specifications and Applications
The panels are constructed from aluminium composite, making them inherently waterproof. They are printed with high-grade UV inks and finished with a commercial-grade, anti-microbial, chemical-resistant coating. This coating helps protect the surface and prolongs the product's life, supporting the company's guarantee of 20 years for domestic use and 10 years for commercial use.
Panels can be printed and delivered as single pieces up to 2 meters by 3 meters, allowing for seamless installations across wide wall expanses. Joined panels can create a panoramic effect. The product is promoted as an easy-clean, robust option suitable for various wet areas.
| Panel Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core Material | Aluminium composite construction |
| Print Method | Highest grade UV inks |
| Surface Finish | Commercial grade anti-microbial chemical resistant coating |
| Maximum Single Panel Size | 2 meters x 3 meters |
| Domestic Guarantee | 20 years |
| Commercial Guarantee | 10 years |
| Standard Lead Time | 28-35 days from order to delivery |
Market Sectors and Future Plans
While the residential sector has been a large part of its market, Showerscape states its product acts as a 'blank canvas' suitable for bespoke commercial projects. The company reports strength in hospitality and leisure, such as boutique hotel bathrooms, and growing demand in swimming pool and spa wellness sectors. The anti-microbial coating also makes the panels suitable for healthcare settings.
The company emphasizes its avoidance of trend-driven designs, focusing instead on uniqueness and timeless themes. Future plans involve constantly improving the website, expanding design ranges with unique photography and original artworks, and a desire to work with more interior designers. The founders aim to provide a creative solution for bathroom surfaces and other areas requiring versatile, high-performance waterproof wall cladding.
