How To Select A Glass Shower Door

Folding or bi fold shower doors are a good option when you re looking for a wider walk in opening but lack the space for a pivot door.

How to select a glass shower door.

Measure the opening height. Frameless pivot shower door in chrome with clear glass and handle model vg6042chcl42 view the vigo hinged opening glass shower doors. The most popular glass thickness for a frameless door is 1 4 inch followed by 3 8 inch and 5 16 inch. Determine the distance from the top of the tub edge or shower base to the top of the wall unit or tile wall where you want the door to be located.

If privacy is paramount choose a glass with a pattern or texture. If the natural light from a nearby window energizes your morning shower clear. How to choose between a frameless glass shower door and a framed glass shower door. Fortunately a glass shower enclosure is easy to keep clean.

Keep in mind that a heavier glass door requires sturdier mounting. The price of frameless shower doors varies by locale and is also dependent upon a number of factors such as size glass type and whether you choose a custom enclosure or purchase a diy kit. The frameless design of dreamline s butterfly door offers a clean custom glass look and can be installed over a shower stall or a tub. We highlight key differences for both glass shower structures options.

Pick your shower glass. Select a track style contemporary chrome or nickel or traditional bronze nickel chrome white or polished brass and a finish that suits your style. When choosing the perfect glass shower enclosure make sure you choose materials that resist wear and tear well. Sliding shower doors use a roller system that is attached to the glass and rides in a top and bottom track to keep the door aligned.

Shower door kits are offered by home improvement stores and online retailers. Vigo pirouette 36 to 42 in. Frameless shower doors can also be custom installed which is a job best handled by a professional.