Nexa by MERLYN Buying Guide
Nexa by MERLYN, the UK’s No 1 showering company is an exclusive range available at Wickes, offering a broad selection of shower enclosures and trays to suit a variety of bathroom layouts and styles. Whether you are planning a complete renovation or updating an existing space, this guide is designed to help you choose the right enclosure with confidence, from layout and style through to sizing, fit and adjustment.
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Nexa 6
6mm toughened safety glass with a framed design.
Combining everyday durability with timeless styling, Nexa 6 offers a refined showering solution that balances quality, practicality and value.
Available in:
Chrome • Matt Black • Brushed Brass
Nexa 8
8mm toughened safety glass, available in framed and frameless designs.
A premium shower enclosure with thicker glass and minimal metalwork, creating a sleek, spacious feel and a contemporary bathroom aesthetic.
Framed available in:
Chrome
Frameless available in:
Chrome • Matt Black • Brushed Brass
Nexa Wet Rooms
Fixed glass panels designed for walk-in shower spaces.
Create an open, streamlined look with a wet room panel that maximises space and delivers a clean, modern finish. Available in framed and frameless styles to suit your design preference.
Framed available in:
Matt Black • Brushed Brass • Brushed Bronze
Frameless available in:
Chrome • Matt Black • Brushed Brass • Brushed Bronze • Matt Anthracite • Brushed Nickel
Measure your space
Install & Measure at the Right Time
Ideally, measure your space after the shower tray and tiles or wall panels are installed. Tiles affect the final opening size, so measuring too early can lead to the wrong fit. Most people buy their tray, tiles and enclosure at the same time. Therefore, Nexa by MERLYN enclosures include adjustment to allow for tiled walls. Before opening your enclosure box, measure the finished opening to ensure it fits within the product’s adjustment range. Installation order: Shower tray → Tiles → Measure → Enclosure
Measure Accurately
Measure width at the top, middle and bottom. Use the smallest measurement. Record in millimetres (mm). For corner or quadrant enclosures, measure the two straight tray edges. Measure height from tray to ceiling.
Check Space & Adjustment
Ensure walls are straight (use a spirit level). Allow room for the door to open fully. Check radiators, towel rails, windowsills or pipework won’t obstruct installation. Always review the adjustment range in the product specification.
What type of shower enclosure do I need?
Start with your bathroom layout. The shape of your enclosure depends on the space available.
Quadrant
A curved front enclosure designed for corner installation. Ideal for smaller bathrooms where space is limited.
Sliding door
Doors glide sideways, making them ideal for bathrooms where outward opening space is restricted.
Pivot door
Opens outward for wider entry access.
Bi-fold door
Folds inward. Ideal for compact spaces.
Wetroom/showerwall
A fixed glass panel that creates a walk-in shower area without a door - perfect for a contemporary, open-plan feel.
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