Is the 12000 Aqua Series Deluxe Round Shower Right for Your Bathroom?
The 12000 Series buyers guide explains this deluxe, fully enclosed round corner-entry shower in two external sizes. The 12000 combines a reinforced acrylic shower tray, opaque aqua rear panels, clear 5 mm Australian Standard safety-glass panels, a white powder-coated aluminium frame and two internal sliding doors.
Often called a shower pod in Australia, it suits renovations, rentals, granny flats, modular buildings and second bathrooms where a compact corner entry and deluxe water functions are wanted. The 12000 Series buyers guide covers rainfall, hand-shower, waterfall-spout and four brass back-jet functions, plus the complete confirmed deluxe fittings.
Use this 12000 Series buyers guide to compare sizes, inclusions, controls, plumbing, drainage, installation, freight and the difference between the deluxe 12000 and basic 11000. Current price, stock and ordering remain on the separate Shop product page.
What is a fully enclosed shower cubicle or shower pod?
A fully enclosed shower cubicle brings the tray, wall panels, glass, doors and shower fittings together as a model-specific package. Its internal shower surfaces do not rely on tiled bathroom walls, helping reduce grout maintenance and simplify planning.
The Aeros clip-lock enclosure assembles without silicone, glue or screws. “100% silicone-free” refers to the approved enclosure assembly; licensed plumbing connections still require compliant materials and methods. The cubicle can stand independently when correctly assembled and connected and may be dismantled later if required.
The enclosure is described as watertight when correctly assembled and installed. This does not mean the surrounding room or building is waterproof.
12000 Series buyers guide: quick specifications
| Specification | 12000 Aqua Series |
|---|---|
| Layout | Deluxe round corner-entry shower |
| External sizes | 12090: 900 × 900 mm; 12100: 1000 × 1000 mm |
| Doors | Two internal sliding doors |
| Glass | 5 mm Australian Standard safety glass |
| Frame | White powder-coated aluminium |
| Panels | Opaque aqua rear panels; remaining panels clear |
| Base | Reinforced non-slip acrylic tray, steel support frame and adjustable levelling legs |
| Height | Approximately 2150–2290 mm; minimum installation height 2150 mm |
| Base entry height | 220 mm |
| Waste | 50 mm horizontal waste plug |
| Maximum pressure | 500 kPa |
| WELS | S14515; 9.0 L/min; 3 stars |
| Safety-glass licence | CSI Licence 7671 |
Who the 12000 Series buyers guide is for
The 12000 Series buyers guide is for buyers wanting a deluxe round shower cubicle with a central corner entry. Its two doors slide inside the footprint, so no hinged door swings into the room. This can help beside a vanity, toilet, doorway or other fixture.
Choose the 12000 when its rainfall shower, hand shower, waterfall spout, four brass back jets, two baskets, two shampoo dispensers and internal grab bar add value beyond the basic 11000. Confirm the footprint, height, plumbing, waste, service access and delivery route before ordering.
12000 Series buyers guide: choose 12090 or 12100
The 12000 Series buyers guide uses the model number to identify the nominal external footprint, not the internal standing area.
12090 — 900 × 900 mm
The smaller option balances a compact external footprint with the complete deluxe 12000 fittings.
12100 — 1000 × 1000 mm
The larger option provides more internal showering room and requires the larger external footprint.
Measure at several points and check skirting, wall projections, nearby fixtures and assembly space. Do not scale dimensions from an image.
12000 Series buyers guide: doors, handles and rollers
The 12000 is a round corner-entry shower cubicle. Its curved front and central entry distinguish it from square front-entry and square corner-entry models.
As confirmed for this 12000 Series buyers guide, two doors slide internally and meet at the centre. They use straight-grip handles and push-button quick-release bottom rollers, which assist lower-door cleaning access. Magnetic strips bring the doors together when closed.
The wall and door configuration is reversible where supported by the current model-specific assembly instructions. Confirm the planned orientation before plumbing is fixed.
12000 Series buyers guide: complete deluxe inclusions
The 12000 Series buyers guide uses the same complete confirmed parts list as every deluxe Aeros model:
- WaterMark three-way mixer/diverter with front-access mixer cartridge.
- Adjustable rainfall shower arm with a separate 2-way diverter.
- Rainfall shower head.
- Hand shower rail with adjustable soap dish and hand shower holder.
- Three-function push-button hand shower and hand-shower hose.
- Waterfall spout.
- Four brass back jets.
- Two baskets and two shampoo dispensers.
- Internal grab bar.
- Internal plumbing hoses connecting the shower’s supplied plumbing components.
The combined hand shower rail, adjustable soap dish and hand shower holder is one complete part. The hand-shower hose is also included. Neither should be confused with the separate external hoses required to connect the premises’ water supply.
The 12000-specific door hardware comprises two internal sliding doors with straight-grip handles, push-button quick-release bottom rollers and magnetic door strips. A 50 mm horizontal waste plug is also included.
Rainfall shower, hand shower, waterfall spout and back jets
The 12000 provides four distinct shower outlets: an overhead rainfall shower head, a three-function push-button hand shower, a waterfall spout and four brass back jets.
The separate rainfall-arm 2-way diverter switches between the rainfall shower head and hand shower. The WaterMark three-way mixer/diverter selects the rainfall-shower circuit, waterfall spout or back jets.
Accessories, baskets and internal storage
The 12000 includes two baskets and two shampoo dispensers for organising commonly used shower products. Its internal grab bar provides an additional fitted support point, while the hand-shower rail includes an adjustable soap dish and hand-shower holder as one complete combined part. These fittings are supplied as part of the confirmed deluxe inclusions.
How the two 12000 diverter controls work
The 12000 Series buyers guide distinguishes two different diverter controls, each with a separate job.
The adjustable rainfall shower arm includes a 2-way diverter that switches between the rainfall shower head and hand shower.
The WaterMark three-way mixer/diverter selects between the rainfall shower arm, waterfall spout and four brass back jets.
When the rainfall-arm circuit is selected, the separate arm-mounted 2-way diverter chooses the rainfall head or hand shower. Property plumbing conditions influence outlet performance, and maximum operating pressure is 500 kPa.
Construction details in the 12000 Series buyers guide
The 12000 Series buyers guide confirms 5 mm Australian Standard safety glass in a white powder-coated aluminium frame. Rear panels are opaque aqua and the remaining panels are clear. The safety glass is covered by CSI Licence 7671.
Safety glass is drilled and prepared before tempering. Tempered glass must never be drilled, cut or modified on site. Use only factory-prepared holes, supplied components and current instructions.
The Aeros clip-lock system joins the enclosure without screws, glue or silicone and allows later dismantling if required.
Reinforced base, levelling and entry height
The non-slip acrylic tray is reinforced by a steel base-support frame and adjustable levelling legs. The legs allow the tray to be levelled on a suitable load-bearing floor before the enclosure is completed.
Base entry height is 220 mm. Consider this step when assessing access. Allow working space around the tray and retain suitable service access after installation.
Water supply preparation: included and not included
Included: internal plumbing hoses connecting the supplied shower fittings and the hand-shower hose.
Required but not included: two mini stops and suitable external stainless-steel braided supply hoses connecting the premises’ hot and cold water supply to the shower inlets.
Preferred supply height is approximately 2150 mm where practical. Mini stops and hose routes must remain accessible. A licensed plumber must complete connections and confirm compliance.
WaterMark, WELS and operating pressure
The 12000 Series buyers guide confirms that the three-way mixer/diverter is a WaterMark component. WaterMark identifies applicable plumbing and drainage products certified under the Australian plumbing product certification scheme.
The hand-shower efficiency information is WELS registration S14515, 9.0 litres per minute and three stars. Australian Government WELS information allows buyers to compare registered water-using products on a consistent basis. Maximum operating pressure is 500 kPa; arrange pressure reduction where required.
Waste position, drainage and macerator compatibility
The 12000 includes a 50 mm horizontal waste plug. Its arrangement allows access from inside the shower, assisting connection or later removal.
A compatible macerator may be considered where gravity drainage is unavailable. Selection, pipework, falls, traps, discharge and compliance depend on the property and must be assessed by a qualified installer. Confirm drainage before ordering.
Height, clearances and installation planning
The adjustable rainfall arm gives an approximate completed height of 2150–2290 mm. Minimum installation height is 2150 mm, and extra working clearance may be required during assembly.
Check sloping ceilings, bulkheads, beams, lights, fans and other obstructions. Plan the footprint, corner entry, water routes, waste, service access and movement around nearby fixtures.
Follow only current instructions matching the selected 12090 or 12100. Never drill tempered glass or scale dimensions from a photograph.
Cleaning and ongoing maintenance
The 12000 Series buyers guide highlights the enclosed panels because they avoid grout lines inside a conventional tiled shower area, reducing grout-maintenance work. Routine cleaning is still required using methods suitable for acrylic, powder-coated aluminium, plumbing finishes and safety glass.
Push-button quick-release bottom rollers assist lower-door cleaning access. Keep tracks, rollers, magnetic strips, waste, rainfall head, hand shower, waterfall spout and back jets free of build-up, and use genuine model-specific replacement parts.
12000 Series buyers guide: cartons and pallet freight
The 12000 Series buyers guide confirms four cartons: the shower tray carton with accessories inside, rear-walls carton, middle-panel carton and door carton.
Pallet 1 carries the three glass-component cartons: rear walls, middle panel and doors. Pallet 2 carries the single shower-tray carton with the accessories packed inside.
Plan carrier access, unloading assistance, dry storage and the route from the delivery point to the assembly area. Large glass cartons and pallets are not one-person lifts.
Freight / Pallet sizes
| Model | Pallet | Contents | Dimensions | Freight weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12090 | Pallet 1 — glass | Rear-walls carton; middle-panel carton; doors carton | 194 × 72 × 33 cm | 80 kg |
| 12090 | Pallet 2 — shower tray | Shower tray carton with accessories | 95 × 95 × 34 cm | 40 kg |
| 12100 | Pallet 1 — glass | Rear-walls carton; middle-panel carton; doors carton | 194 × 85 × 27 cm | 90 kg |
| 12100 | Pallet 2 — shower tray | Shower tray carton with accessories | 105 × 105 × 34 cm | 50 kg |
Each 12000 Aqua Series shower is packed into four cartons across two pallets: three glass-component cartons on Pallet 1 and one shower-tray carton with the accessories packed inside on Pallet 2. Use the model-specific figures when arranging transport, unloading and storage.
Delivery, unloading and storage
Confirm that the carrier can access the address and prepare a safe, dry location for both pallets. Arrange capable assistance and suitable handling equipment. Check roads, gates, driveways, lifts, stairs, doorways and turning space.
Keep cartons upright where marked, protect them from impact and weather, inspect the delivery before installation and report transport damage promptly under the current Aeros process.
12000 versus 11000: deluxe and basic round models
| Feature | 12000 Aqua Series | 11000 Aqua Series |
|---|---|---|
| Level | Deluxe | Basic |
| Layout | Round corner entry | Round corner entry |
| Sizes | 900 and 1000 mm | 800, 900 and 1000 mm |
| Main control | WaterMark three-way mixer/diverter | Flick mixer |
| Rainfall / hand shower | Arm 2-way diverter | Arm 2-way diverter |
| Waterfall spout | Included | Not included |
| Back jets | Four brass back jets | Not included |
| Storage | Two baskets and two shampoo dispensers | One basket |
| Internal grab bar | Included | Not included |
The 12000 Series buyers guide suits buyers comparing deluxe water functions and additional fittings with the simpler basic model. Choose the 11000 for essential outlets or the smaller 800 mm option.
Support information in the 12000 Series buyers guide
Use the current assembly guide for the exact 12090 or 12100 model before plumbing positions are fixed. The guide does not replace licensed plumbing work or site-specific compliance advice.
Current warranty conditions, registration, genuine model-specific parts and customer support are available from Aeros. Provide the series, size, purchase details and component position when requesting help.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 12000 include the complete deluxe accessories list?
Yes. The 12000 Series buyers guide lists the same complete accessories as all deluxe models, including the waterfall spout, four brass back jets, two baskets, two shampoo dispensers and internal grab bar.
How do the two diverters differ?
The arm’s 2-way diverter switches between rainfall head and hand shower. The WaterMark three-way mixer/diverter selects the rainfall-arm circuit, waterfall spout or back jets.
Which handles and bottom rollers does the 12000 use?
The two internal sliding doors use straight-grip handles and push-button quick-release bottom rollers.
Are the sizes internal or external?
The 900 and 1000 mm figures are external measurements.
Do the doors swing into the room?
No. Two curved doors slide internally and meet at the corner entry.
What is the minimum installation height?
2150 mm, with additional working clearance potentially required.
Can tempered glass be drilled?
No. It must never be drilled, cut or modified on site.
Is the enclosure silicone-free?
Yes. The approved clip-lock enclosure assembly is 100% silicone-free; plumbing connections remain separate.
Can a macerator be used?
A compatible unit may be possible, subject to qualified assessment of drainage and compliance.
Use the 12000 Series buyers guide before ordering
Before ordering, use the 12000 Series buyers guide to confirm the 12090 or 12100 external size, room height, corner-entry clearance, waste route, water-supply route, delivery access and plumbing parts required on site. The Shop page contains current price, stock and size-selection controls.
If any measurement, connection or delivery detail is uncertain, contact Aeros before purchasing. Resolving it first can prevent the wrong size being ordered and avoid installation delays.
Why choose an Aeros shower cubicle?
An Aeros fully enclosed shower cubicle combines the tray, wall panels, safety-glass enclosure and shower fittings in one coordinated package. Its watertight enclosed construction can simplify the wet-area build, avoid grout maintenance and support easier cleaning for renovators, landlords, builders and DIY buyers. The deluxe 12000 Aqua Series adds multiple shower outlets and useful internal storage to a rounded corner-entry design, supported by Aeros shower experience in Australia since 2000.
12000 Aqua Series summary
The 12000 Aqua Series is the deluxe round corner-entry option, combining rainfall and hand showers with the confirmed deluxe controls, four brass back jets, two baskets, two shampoo dispensers and an internal grab bar. Choose the correct size only after confirming the room footprint, door access, 2150 mm minimum installation height, plumbing and drainage preparation, and pallet delivery access. Use the product link below to review the available model before ordering.