wedi Systems (UK) Ltd
Unit 4, Mercury Park,
Mercury Way,
Trafford Park,
Manchester
LANCASHIRE M41 7LY
Tel: 0161 864 2336
Fax: info@wedi.co.uk
Suppliers of: Building boards, Tile backer boards, floor level shower boards, construction boards, waterproof boards, Building Board Solutions
wedi has been operating with success for nearly 20 years in the United Kingdom. However, in the past few years many competitors have appeared on the UK market – prompting customers to rightfully ask the question:
Why choose wedi when there are numerous other waterproof and tileable solutions to choose from?
Unlike the other brands, wedi has been tried and tested by industry professionals for the past 34 years. The company was founded in Germany in 1983, when Helmut Wedi – a master tiler – set himself a goal to develop high-quality but above all practical solutions for tradesmen which provide real added value in their day-to-day work. His goal became the philosophy of his company and made his family name into a worldwide-known brand. Today, wedi operates in 36 countries worldwide, including the United States, which despite having one of the most diverse markets in the world, has just given a home to wedi’s newest manufacturing plant to be able to cope with the demand.
The system safety that wedi guarantees as well as the straightforward and time-saving installation takes centre stage, while the feedback received from their customers provide the basis for further developments of wedi’s products, systems and services.
The core of wedi’s building board – which forms the basis of all of their tileable elements - is a high-density extruded polystyrene foam that is 100% waterproof to the core and extremely robust while at the same time it is also lightweight. Its cement coated surface forms an incredibly strong and stable base for adhesive thanks to the integrated fibre mesh fabric, making it an ideal basis for any type of plaster and tile.
What sets wedi aside from other tileable solutions on the market is that its products also provide fantastic insulation, therefore save on energy costs and provide long-term protection against mould and fungus. What’s more, due to their A+ labelling – according to German and European regulations and laws – they are also non-hazardous and low-emission products.
Whatever the project - renovation or new build, wooden or concrete construction, wetroom, bathroom or wellness you will find a variety of suitable elements in wedi’s extensive product range. The key to the success of the wedi brand is that their products are well thought out and well made: 100 % secure - signed, sealed and guaranteed by wedi.
wedi BUILDING BOARDS can be applied to practically any substrate and are also suitable for use as an added insulation underneath underfloor heating. They are available in a wide range of formats:
- standard building boards - 600mm wide panels are available in many thicknesses ranging from 4mm to 100mm.
- XL building boards - 900mm wide panels - simplifies installation by reducing joint transitions.
- XXL building boards - 1200mm wide panels - free standing and stable, ideal for use as a partition wall.
- Construct boards are shapeable and flexible boards to create curved forms.
- Vapor boards are vapour proof boards for constantly humid areas such as steam rooms.
wedi FLOOR LEVEL SHOWERS (Fundo range) are not only tileable and 100% waterproof but also unique in their thermal properties which provide added insulation, hence resulting in warmer tiles under foot. What’s more, all elements have a factory-integrated pre-defined even slopes, are load-bearing and wheelchair accessible.
- Point drainage: available with 3 different drain locations (central, corner or end) the Fundo Ligno especially designed for wooden floors and the standard Fundo Primo available in a wide range of sizes.
- Linear drainage: the Fundo Riofino featuring 300mm central channel and the Fundo Riolito neo with close to wall channels in various lengths (300-1100mm) also available in a vast number of standard sizes, both with wedi’s brand new channel drain technology, featuring 360º pipe direction!
- Integrated drainage: available in a wide range of sizes, the Fundo Plano & Fundo Integro with a classic ’point’ design and the Fundo Plano Linea with a sophisticated linear design.
The wedi Fundo design concept also combines creative lines with natural forms offering ’designer showers’ with point drainage such as the Fundo Trollo (round shape) or the Fundo Nautilo (shell shape) with optional wall elements with or without the supply channels, enabling free-standing showers even in the middle of the room!
wedi DESIGN ELEMENTS offer design and functionality at the same time to help give the bathroom that special touch. These products range from new shower seatings - Sanoasa Benches 1-4 and Sanoasa Corner seats - and wedi Niches (4 different sizes), to the well-known Mensolo range offering L and U shapes perfect for pipe cladding or as tileable shelving.
A new innovation from wedi is the new wedi Fundo Top - a ready-to-fit cover perfectly adapted to the slopes and dimensions of their most popular ranges: Fundo Primo, Fundo Plano and Fundo Riolito neo. A contemporary, seamless elegant alternative to traditional tiling, it is made from a 6mm thick mineral material and available in 4 different (full-body) colours: white, beige, grey and anthracite.
wedi’s standard product range also spans into WELLNESS PRODUCTS which can be used - of course - in shower or bathroom areas as well. The Moltoromo modular wall system gives the freedom to create versatile, free-standing wall configurations, such as curved and angled solutions or sinuous lines to add that design led effect to any area, while the Sanbath bathroom furniture range with its elegant shapes continue complementing the wedi Sanoasa Bellina & Comoda modular benches and the versatile wedi Loungers which are available with or without integrated heating.
All wedi elements are designed to interlock and work with all other wedi system components and a long list of accessories, that truly complete the installation and waterproofing system.
The wedi product systems have their own BBA certification showing that they satisfy the construction guidelines and regulations for the United Kingdom and are also tested and approved as sealing systems for wetrooms, thus awarded with a CE mark.
wedi is proud of its outstanding TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES, offering customised building solutions for wellness projects as well as a bespoke service to create elements based on individual specifications such as special shower elements, footbaths, fountains, steam cabins or whirlpools to mention only a few.
Further technical information, image galleries and product specifications are available through the wedi website or via the BPi Download Library.
Fundo Flex: wedi presents a flexible design solution for flush-to-floor showers
wedi will be offering an entirely new concept for flush-to-floor showers from February. The Fundo Flex combines maximum flexibility with remarkable design, sophisticated technology and a high standard of hygiene. It not only fits any requirement but also allows for exacting, modern design. The new solution is celebrating its "premiere" at BAU 2025.
The Fundo Flex was developed to help designers and installers overcome common challenges during planning and execution of floor-level showers. "The new linear shower solution is extremely versatile that makes it suitable for any substrate and layout including bathroom renovations on timber," says product manager Vanessa Beer. "This not only means much easier and faster installation, but combined with modern design, maximum reliability and durability, makes our new innovation into a shower solution that fits all requirements."
Aesthetic and flexible
The main reason why the Fundo Flex is so adaptable lies in its customisable channel element and profile; both can be easily cut to size on site and can thus be adjusted to fit any shower. Added bonus: the shower channel can be installed virtually anywhere - by the wall, in the centre or anywhere in between. "The 360° rotatability of the channel profile facilitates precise alignment, and with the help of the included eccentric, the shower channel can be placed at the required angle and distance from the wall," explains Vanessa Beer.
During development, wedi placed a lot of emphasis on the design. "Anyone who decides on a flush-to-floor shower with linear drainage also wants a high-quality look. So, as well as high-quality material and low-construction height, purist design was also taken into account," says wedi Product Manager Beer. The only visible part of the new shower solution, the channel profile is incredibly narrow - just 35 mm wide!
Versatile modular system and maximum hygiene
The Fundo Flex channel element with its modular design is suitable for installation in or on screed and suspended timber floors. Combined with the complementary sloping boards, the channel element along with the appropriate drainage and channel profile forms an entirely new shower system within the wedi Fundo range. The core of the system is of course, the adaptable Fundo Flex with stepped rebates on either side ensuring a secure connection between the channel element and the sloping board(s). Hygiene is also ensured: thanks to its special contour without any edges inside, the drain body with its gooseneck is almost self-cleaning. Integrated within the channel profile, the removable trap catches hair and other debris making the cleaning effortless.
Innovation with a view to the future
The Fundo Flex is the first wedi product to bear the BSFZ seal of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research. Only products that are particularly innovative and forward-looking are recognized and awarded with this seal. "This is a clear proof of our innovation competence," says wedi Managing Director Fabian Rechlin.
The Fundo Flex system at a glance
Fundo Flex channel element: stepped rebates on either side ensure a secure connection to the sloping board(s), whilst the eccentric allows the channel profile to be precisely aligned with the wall. It is suitable for installation in screed and suspended timber floors.
wedi Fundo shower channel 1.0: suitable for tile thicknesses from 6 to 25 mm, the 35mm wide stainless steel channel profile is supplied with an adapter and a removable hair trap. It can not only be cut to size on site, but the central part of the cover, the grid with hair trap can be easily removed for cleaning.
wedi Fundo Wave drain: available as horizontal DN40 (60 mm height) or DN50 (80 mm height), the drain pot is almost self-cleaning and has an integrated odour trap. Thanks to the safe and simple bayonet lock, the supplied adapter ensures a watertight connection between the channel element and the drain pot.
wedi Fundo sloping board: like all wedi building boards, Fundo sloping boards can also be easily cut to size. The factory-integrated slope of 1.5% simplifies installation by eliminating labour and efforts involved in creating gradients and waterproofing the shower floor.
wedi Floor-level showers in old buildings
A smarter approach to installations on timber floors
Bathroom renovations on suspended timber floors always present with an array of challenges. Therefore, especially when it comes to installing floor-level showers, particularly intelligent, well-thought-out solutions are paramount. wedi, the bathroom and wet room specialist, offers two shower elements which are developed in close collaboration with industry professionals for this purpose: Fundo Ligno Plus and Fundo RioLigno. As part of the wedi system they offer maximum, long-term safety for suspended timber floors.
Renovation instead of new construction
More and more people choose to adapt an existing property to their needs. However, old buildings often hold unpleasant surprises. - "Until the 1960s, suspended timber floors were a standard feature in residential buildings" - says Markus Wittlerbäumer, head of application technology at wedi. - "When these are uncovered during a renovation, previously undetected damages, such as damp or unstable joists, often come to light." - Rebuilding is not always straightforward either, especially when it comes to bathrooms. - "Standard solutions are usually not possible. This is particularly true for the installation of a floor-level shower on a moisture-sensitive timber floor." - adds Markus Wittlerbäumer.
Thoughtfully designed and adapted to the challenges
To provide a secure solution, wedi has developed two special shower elements, the Fundo Ligno Plus and the Fundo RioLigno. - "In developing these, we considered all the challenges that come with installations on timber floors." - says Wittlerbäumer. Both elements can be installed flush with the existing timber floor. - "To do this, the floorboards in the area are removed and the support plate is placed between the beams."
Additionally, lot of sealing systems are unsuitable for wooden floors, and it is also difficult to tile directly onto these substrates. - "The task is therefore to find a solution that decouples as well as provides a suitable seal. wedi Fundo shower elements offer both in one." – continues Wittlerbäumer.
Both the Fundo Ligno Plus and the Fundo RioLigno have a factory-installed, precise gradient to ensure reliable water drainage, and the drainage area on the underside is reinforced. - "We have also taken sufficient support and optimum alignment of the drain into account. Quick and safe installation is guaranteed with the Fundo drain substructure elements." – explains Markus Wittlerbäumer.
Certified point and linear drainage
Both wedi shower systems are suitable for installation in old buildings with suspended timber floors, but there are some distinctive features. The main difference between the two solutions is the different type of drainage: the Fundo Ligno Plus has point drainage while the Fundo RioLigno features linear drainage, therefore the outer edge thickness of the Ligno Plus is 2 mm less. Like all shower elements from wedi, they are also certified, waterproof solutions. - "This is imperative for installations in suspended timber floors and offers craftsmen and building owners additional safety and peace of mind." – adds Wittlerbäumer. Furthermore, both Fundo elements are extremely lightweight that is not only practical for transport and installation but is also vital for the structural integrity of the suspended timber floor.
Both can be directly tiled after installation, but the Fundo Ligno Plus can also be combined with the precisely fitting, ready-to-install Fundo Top design surfaces in assorted colours and finishes. - "They offer a sleek bathroom design and thanks to their seamless, antibacterial surface, they are also very easy to maintain" - says Markus Wittlerbäumer.
Further information
wedi has summarised the information on bathroom renovation for wooden beam ceilings on a website: https://www.wedi.net/uk/shower-elements-wooden-beam-ceilings/
