Shower Doors enhance your bathroom’s design style, making it feel brighter and larger. Choose from sliding doors, which slide along a track and save space in small bathrooms, or hinged doors that open inward.
Tinted glass offers privacy and comes in a variety of colors. Textured glass is available to complement your bathroom’s décor, and can be frosted or pebbled for more visual appeal. You can also make Glass Partitions for your shower room to achieve a sleek and contemporary look. These custom glass partitions offer both privacy and a spacious feel, enhancing the overall aesthetic of your bathroom.
Framed shower doors are a great option if you are on a budget or prefer a more traditional style. They are usually less expensive than frameless options and use thinner tempered glass because the metal frame supports it. The frames come in a variety of designs and colors to match your decor. They also require less time to install because the premeasured frames fit almost any shower opening. Framed doors also have the added benefit of being able to open inward and outward, unlike frameless doors which only open in one direction.
Pros: Framed shower doors can offer a more uniform look and are easy to clean since the frame prevents water from seeping behind the door. They are also often easier to close and open than frameless doors, which can be difficult for elderly or handicapped people to handle. Framed shower doors are more likely to collect mineral deposits and rust because they have more metal than frameless doors, but this is an easy fix with a touch of paint or powder coating.
While framed shower doors are not as visually appealing, they do provide a sturdy and durable option. They can last 20 to 30 years with proper maintenance and a minimum of care. The lack of a metal frame also eliminates the risk of corrosion or rust, making framed shower doors more environmentally responsible and aligning them with eco-friendly design principles.
Frameless
Frameless shower doors can provide a sleek look with minimal distractions, which allows the eye to focus on decorative shower fixtures, intricate tile work or other custom bathroom features. They also allow natural light to flow freely throughout the space, making it feel bright and open.
The lack of frames and edges make them easier to clean than framed doors as there are fewer places for soap scum and other grime to collect. A quality manufacturer will use high-quality glass that is treated to prevent water spots and other damage, which may help reduce the frequency of cleanings needed.
Both framed and frameless doors are available in a wide range of sizes to fit any shower opening, giving you plenty of options for creating the perfect bathroom design. Framed doors tend to be less expensive but can be less durable and have a shorter lifespan than frameless models.
While rare, both framed and frameless glass can shatter if the door is slammed or improperly installed. While tempered glass is designed to disperse into small pebbles to minimize the risk of injury, the shards can still cut you if they are not handled properly. For this reason, it is important to inspect and re-tighten all hardware regularly and never slam your shower door. You should also avoid using harsh chemicals that can etch or damage your shower doors. Choosing a trusted local manufacturer can help ensure your new shower will be safe and last a long time.
Folding
Folding Shower Doors (or Bi-Fold Doors) use a series of glass panels that overlap each other to create an enclosure. They work on a simple tracking system, which allows them to glide easily along a rail and open or close in a single smooth movement. They can also be configured to fit in tight spaces that other types of doors cannot – perfect for smaller bathrooms and ensuites.
Another benefit of these doors is that they can be fitted without a barrier – meaning you don’t need to install a threshold, door guides or any other hardware that would otherwise limit access to the shower stall. This is particularly useful for those with mobility issues, as it makes it easier for care givers to assist with bathing.
These doors are also very flexible, allowing you to configure them with some panels frosted and some clear so that you can bask in the natural light or retreat behind obfuscating glass at your discretion.
Like all shower doors, bi-fold doors require regular cleaning to ensure they stay in pristine condition and don’t become stained or scratched. This can be done with warm water, soap and a nonabrasive cloth to keep your bathroom looking its best and smelling fresh.
Stationary
Shower doors may seem like one of the more simple bathroom accessories but there are a lot of different types available. Your choice will depend on the size and layout of your bathroom, as well as your personal style.
Stationary shower doors are fixed panels hung above the shower enclosure and don’t open. They can be a stylish and cost-effective option for smaller bathrooms but may require some clear space around the installation for entrance. Alternatively, you can get sliding shower doors which glide past each other on parallel metal tracks to provide a minimalistic and space efficient design.
Pivot doors are swinging doors that rest on a hinge that can be located either at the side of the door for a simple 180-degree pivot or at the center to reduce how far they intrude into your bathroom when opened. These are a stylish and modern choice that can be used with frameless enclosures as a way to create a contemporary look.
Frosted glass is ideal for anyone who wants a minimal maintenance and privacy option for their bathroom. It hides streaks and dirt better than clear glass, meaning you won’t have to worry about them as much. Tinted glass is also a popular option, as it offers a more unique and distinctive appearance for your bathroom. It also provides more privacy and can come in a variety of colors, depending on the glass company you work with.
Hinged
A hinged shower door swings open and closed on one side of the enclosure, much like a regular passage door. This type of door is more common on stand-alone shower stalls, but it can also be found as part of a tub-shower combination unit. These doors are available in framed and frameless designs, and the hardware can be either wall mounted or pivot style.
Pros:
Hinged doors provide a larger opening into the shower enclosure than sliding options and can be made even wider with additional side panels. This larger entrance provides for easy ingress and egress while making it easier for individuals with mobility restrictions to access the shower. Frameless hinged doors have a more sleek and visually appealing appearance, keeping the tracks, brackets, and hinges to a minimum and blending into the bathroom walls for a seamless look.
Cons:
Because hinged doors swing outward, moisture can accumulate outside the shower and lead to mold growth and water damage if not properly cleaned. Additionally, they can take up more space than sliding doors and require more room for opening and closing. However, the amount of space they need can be offset by adjusting the position of the hinges to allow for a tighter fit. This is possible with most models, but it’s important to keep in mind that if you choose this option, you should be prepared for extra maintenance to make sure the hinges remain aligned.
Swinging
Whether you’re looking for a bold geometric modern style or something soft and elegant, we offer shower doors in styles that suit your unique tastes. From angled glass panels and accents to sophisticated hardware, our shower enclosures provide the perfect balance of beauty and performance.
Framed or frameless, swinging doors are the most traditional choice for stand-alone shower stalls. These sturdy, robust doors have two hinges on the vertical edge near the top and bottom of the door that enable it to open up at least 90 degrees to allow for easy access to your shower controls and entry into your bathing area.
A framed door has some sort of aluminum or composite material that holds the edges of the glass, which is then finished in a variety of colors and styles, such as brushed nickel, oil-rubbed bronze, satin, or gold. A frameless door has clips that hold the sides of the glass, which can then be decorated with a variety of handles and knobs in a style to complement your bathroom’s decor.
All of our shower doors are made from toughened or tempered glass, which is processed through controlled thermal or chemical treatments that make it much stronger than standard plate glass. It is also safer, as tempered glass breaks into small, granular chunks rather than jagged shards and less likely to cause injury. Depending on your preferences, you can also choose from tinted or clear glass.
