Kartell K-VIT Shower Trays: The Complete 2026 Buyer's Guide

The shower tray is the foundation of your whole showering space — it defines the shape, sets the style and determines how safe and easy the shower is to use. Get it right and everything else falls into place. At Essential Bathrooms, the Kartell K-VIT shower tray range covers every popular shape, a huge span of sizes, and three distinct tray families to suit any bathroom and any budget.

This complete guide brings the whole range together in one place, so you can see exactly what's available and choose with confidence. (For a deeper dive into the standard shapes, see our dedicated low profile shower tray buying guide.)

The three Kartell K-VIT tray families

Every tray we stock falls into one of three families. Understanding the difference is the quickest route to the right choice.

1. Low profile trays — the modern all-rounder

Our core range. Low profile trays sit slim and close to the floor for a sleek, contemporary look and an easy, low step-over. They're available in every shape — square, rectangle, quadrant and offset quadrant — and cover the widest span of sizes. If you want a clean, current look that works almost anywhere, start here.

2. Anti-slip trays — grip and reassurance

The same slim trays, with a fine textured standing area that adds extra grip underfoot when wet. Anti-slip trays are the sensible choice for family bathrooms, for anyone less steady on their feet, and for accessible or inclusive bathrooms. Available across the square, rectangle and quadrant shapes.

3. Naturals stone-effect trays — premium style

Kartell's design-led range. Naturals trays feature a textured, slip-resistant stone-effect surface and an ultra-low 30mm profile, cast from solid stone resin and available in three on-trend finishes — Graphite, White and Black. For the full story, read our Naturals range feature.

Choosing your shape

Whichever family you choose, the shape is dictated by where your shower sits and the enclosure you're pairing it with:

• Square — the classic corner shower, efficient in compact rooms and en-suites.
• Rectangle — the most versatile shape, from snug alcoves to generous walk-ins, in sizes up to 1700 x 900mm.
• Quadrant — a curved front that softens a corner and frees up floor space.
• Offset Quadrant — a curved corner with one longer side, for a roomier shower that still tucks away neatly.

Materials and finishes

Kartell K-VIT trays are built to last, with hard-wearing, easy-to-clean surfaces and a stable, robust base. The Naturals range steps things up with a textured, matt stone-effect finish cast from solid stone resin — a genuinely premium look that brings natural character to a contemporary bathroom, in Graphite, White or Black.

Wastes and waste covers

Every tray takes a standard 90mm waste, and each product page lets you tailor it:

• Polished chrome waste cover included as standard on every tray.
• Coordinated cover upgrades — the Naturals range lets you match the cover to your finish or add a brushed brass accent.
• Fast-flow waste upgrade — add our 90mm fast-flow waste for quicker drainage, in chrome, black, white or brushed brass.

Accessibility and inclusive bathing

With their low step-over height and — on the anti-slip and Naturals ranges — slip-resistant surfaces, Kartell K-VIT trays are an excellent choice for accessible and inclusive bathrooms. Pair a low profile or anti-slip tray with a walk-in wet room screen for a near-flush, step-free showering space that's as safe as it is stylish. For carer-assisted and wheelchair-accessible layouts, a fully level wet floor former may suit better — our team can help you weigh up the options.

How to choose your Kartell K-VIT tray

1. Pick your family — low profile for a modern all-rounder, anti-slip for extra grip, or Naturals for premium stone-effect style.
2. Choose your shape — square or quadrant for corners, rectangle for alcoves and walk-ins, offset quadrant to save space.
3. Select your size to match your enclosure and footprint, sizing up for comfort where you can.
4. Finish the details — waste cover finish and any fast-flow upgrade, all selectable on the product page.

Premium quality, exceptional value

Every Kartell K-VIT shower tray at Essential Bathrooms combines robust, contemporary design with outstanding value — typically up to half the manufacturer's RRP — and our knowledgeable team is always on hand to help you choose the right tray for your project.

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