Choosing a shower door: an overview of the types of doors and materials

Advantages of a glass shower

“If you are not ready to sacrifice a bath, even despite such an abundance of advantages of a shower stall, then add shower doors to the tub itself.”

Although a glass shower cabin seems fragile, this does not prevent it from remaining the most practical interior solution for the bathroom. Its installation is a complete benefit, in every way. Let's see?

Space saving

This fact can be considered the main advantage of a glass shower. Refusal of the traditional font will free up a lot of space, which can be used with much greater benefit, for example, dedicating it to a washing machine.

A glass shower cabin will save bathroom space

Textural variety

Glass shower doors can be highly decorative. Their production technologies have come quite far, so that today more than just simple transparent glass can be used in the design of a shower cabin. It was replaced by matte, painted shower doors treated with special techniques. It is possible to order a corrugated, embossed glass door with varying degrees of shading and color saturation. A shower corner in this design will become the highlight of the bathroom interior.

A glass shower will be a real highlight of the bathroom

Ergonomics

Having settled on arranging the shower area, you will have the opportunity to install a glass shower door of a type that will save as much space as possible and organically fit into the style of the overall decor. Hinged shower doors can be replaced with more practical sliding doors. They will be very helpful if the room is very small and overcrowded with objects.

Sliding Glass Shower Door

The appearance of a glass shower in such an overloaded space will add lightness and visual spaciousness to the atmosphere of the room. This effect will be provided by the reflective surface of glass shower doors.

Functionality

Taking a shower is a procedure accompanied by splashing water. Once on the floor, droplets can cause injury. It's so easy to slip on a wet surface. Sealed doors will be an excellent barrier to the dispersion of splashes, and you can forget about such troubles. Not a single drop will overcome their reliable barrier.

Glass doors protect the bathroom from splashes

If you are still not ready to sacrifice the bathtub, even despite such an abundance of advantages of a shower stall, then add shower doors to the tub itself. They are mounted directly on the sides. This solution will be incomparably more practical than using a protective curtain in the bathroom.

Attaching a glass door to the sides of a bathroom

Uniqueness

Glass is a magical material. Its capabilities are sometimes amazing. Designers are aware of these nuances and do not forget to use them effectively. Today in the bathroom interior you can increasingly see not just a flat glass shower door, but structures with a convex or multifaceted shape.

Multifaceted glass shower

If we talk about the disadvantages of such solutions, we should note the following. Equipping the shower area with clear glass shower doors (especially in a bathroom combined with a toilet) is a short-sighted act. This will create inconvenience if it becomes necessary for several household members to use the room at the same time. It should also be taken into account that the glass door in the design of the shower cabin is an object of increased contamination and will require careful care.

What are glass cabins

Non-specialized information

First of all, let us state that glass shower enclosures can only conditionally be called cabins, since they are completely different from the usual shower cabins. In most cases, these structures also do not have a tray, which visually gives them that “lightness” and “airiness”. As for the drainage system, it is mounted directly into the floor.

It must be stated that glass showers, unlike classic cubicles, are in most cases made to order. This allows you to take into account the size and other features of the bathroom in which they are installed.

Kinds

Glass shower enclosures come in various types. Below we will take a closer look at their main varieties:

Advice! A more inexpensive alternative to glass fencing is plastic products. On the outside they are actually similar, but after a couple of years of use they become covered with scratches and become cloudy. Based on this, when choosing a plastic fencing, it is better to give preference to products with a matte surface.

It must be stated that glass structures also include a shower cabin made of glass blocks. Note that glass blocks are, in fact, glass bricks, from which it is possible to lay out a fence of any shape and size. Moreover, the blocks come in different colors, which can be skillfully used in interior design.

Device Features

When arranging the cubicle under consideration, in most cases, only two shower walls are made of glass, and the walls of the bathroom are used as the other two walls. The height of the fence in most cases is about two meters. The top of the structure, in most cases, remains open, which allows steam to escape freely.

As mentioned above, special tempered glass with a thickness of about 8 - 10 millimeters is used for fencing. That is why the walls are strong enough to withstand moderate impact loads.

It should be emphasized that in addition, in cases where glass breaks, it has no possibility of causing harm to a person, since it crumbles into small reliable balls. The ends of all parts are necessarily sanded, therefore, during their installation, cuts are excluded.

Fence doors can be hinged or sliding. The choice of design depends on the conditions in the bathroom and your own preferences. Due to the fact that a seal is used between the shower stall doors, they are hermetically sealed and do not let moisture out.

The entire structure in most cases is attached to the walls and floor. The fittings for shower cabins made of glass are special and resistant to corrosion and other negative effects of the external environment. That is why fences can be used for many years without repair.

Let's talk separately about the drainage system. As we know, the siphon should be placed 10-15 centimeters above the sewer pipe. Since it is impossible to withstand this condition in city apartments, the floor in the bathroom has to be raised to the required height.

A simpler option is to install a booth on a step. In this case, the other floor in the bathroom can be left as is. Indeed, with this arrangement, the shower will resemble a classic stall with a tray.

Glass shower door: general characteristics

You should start getting acquainted with glass shower doors with their advantages.

Advantages

What is the most important thing when talking about such structures?

1. Inertness of the material. Glass does not react with moisture and detergents. This property makes it almost eternal. The shower door leaves will not be damaged even if they are not properly maintained and remain wet all the time.

Glass shower doors have a long service life

2. Glass hygiene. The smooth surface of shower doors does not allow dirt to accumulate on their surface. If stains do appear, they can be easily dealt with.

Glass shower doors are easy to clean

3.Easy to operate. A well-designed and well-assembled structure functions without problems. The doors open without effort. The fittings for them are designed to compensate for the weight load, which ensures ease of movement of the glass door with minimal force.

Glass shower door is easy to operate

4. Aesthetics. Even the simplest shower door options will look amazing. The ability to tint a glass surface, decorate it with stained glass inserts or other types of designs raises its design potential to unattainable heights.

Glass shower with tinted doors

Flaws

It's sad, but the glass shower door still has them.

1. Glass breaks. Of course, not to pieces, as happens with dishes, because they undergo special processing, but a fact is a fact. The design of the shower cabin uses glass panels laminated with nitrocellulose film or high-strength triplex. However, no matter how high the protection of a glass shower door is, with a strong impact it will, if not crumble, then at least become covered with cracks. It should be noted that triplex is considered stronger and better resists mechanical damage.

2. Condensation regularly forms on the glass. The specific microclimate of the bathroom provokes the loss of moisture on the surfaces of objects present in its environment. The glass door will have to be constantly dried. You can avoid such problems by organizing high-quality ventilation in the room and maintaining an optimal temperature in it.

3. Construction cost. If you install a ready-made shower stall, this fact will not be as noticeable as if you were installing a shower enclosure yourself. Here you will be able to fully experience how much money you have to pay for high-quality glass. Add here the cost of seals, guides, and fittings. In general, there will be something to pay for. The only consolation in this situation is that you will purchase materials of the quality that satisfies you.

And yet, the existing shortcomings will never be able to turn a glass shower door into a pariah. It will always be the best interior solution.

Swing doors: features

Shower cabins with swing doors are a classic option, but less practical than sliding ones. They are divided into two categories:

1. straight;
2. curved.

Hinged doors have less tightness - the connection between the two doors, especially with curved versions, does not fit well. The problem manifests itself in cheap and medium-cost options, and is solved by careful use.

Structural types of shower doors

Materials

The leading materials for the production of glass shower panels are:

1. Tempered glass.

2. Triplex.

The first is characterized by increased strength obtained during the hardening process. Glass tempering is the heating of a material almost to the melting point, followed by a sharp but uniform cooling. The final product acquires high impact resistance and the ability to crumble into small, non-sharp crumbs when broken. In the design of the shower cabin, the glass door panel has an additional layer of protective coating in the form of a transparent or matte film. Its task is to prevent the broken glass from scattering into small fragments on the floor.

Tempered Glass Shower Doors

It is almost impossible to break a heavier triplex. The material consists of two glass sheets glued together with nitrocellulose. Such shower doors will be a godsend for families with children. The disadvantages of triplex include the less than ideal transparency of the surface.

Triplex glass shower door

Sometimes in the design of a shower stall the glass door is replaced with an analogue made of cellular polycarbonate. This reduces the cost of the product, makes it easier to install, as it reduces its weight, but the decorative and operational characteristics noticeably suffer.

Types of structures

In addition to textural differences, shower doors may have different functioning mechanisms. By type of opening they can be:

• swing;
• sliding;
• foldable;
• rotating;
• pendulum.

Hinged doors

Standard opening doors are often installed in shower enclosures where there is no tray. The glass panels are framed with a special box. This option will be an ideal solution for a shower area located in a niche.

Glass shower with hinged door

A swing-type glass shower door cannot be called ergonomic, since it will take up quite a lot of space when opened. This disadvantage is somewhat compensated by the low cost of the design. Hinged shower doors made of glass can be rationally used in the design of spacious bathrooms.

Sliding doors

The sliding type of door is the easiest to install and make with your own hands. In the design of a glass shower, it is often planned to make only one movable door. It will need to be moved along the guides behind the permanently installed part of the panel.

Sliding Glass Shower Door

The longevity of a sliding glass shower door will depend on the quality of the roller system. Do not forget that the wheels and rails will have to withstand a serious weight load, so it is better to choose not a plastic option, but to equip the shower stall with a metal chassis, ideally made of stainless steel.

Folding doors

The most complex designs, both in terms of manufacturing technology and installation. They are independently developed and implemented extremely rarely. In appearance, such a glass shower door resembles a screen in which glass strips alternate with metal profile inserts.

The design is extraordinary and perfectly meets the requirements of interiors with a minimalist finish. Folding doors are relevant for small-sized bathrooms, where the layout features do not make it possible to use a different shower design.

Folding Shower Doors

The main advantage of a folding glass door is its high ergonomics. She needs a minimum of space to function. A negative point is the high cost of complex fittings used in the production of doors. This goes to show that really good quality folding shower doors will never come cheap.

Ergonomic folding shower door

Rotating models

Designs of this kind are also produced exclusively in factory conditions. To realize the idea, curved glass is required. Their method of functioning is similar to sliding doors for a glass shower, only the working panel does not move along a permanently fixed sash, but describes a circle. To save money, a rotating door model can be made of cellular polycarbonate and placed on a plastic frame.

Revolving shower doors

Pendulum option

This glass shower door does not have any frame. The method of its fastening is a vertical axis fixed to the floor and ceiling. Thanks to specific fittings, the glass door can move freely both in and out.

Swing glass shower door

What types of glass shower doors are there?

Semicircular

Swing

Sliding

Folding

Pendulum

Doors are selected depending on the layout of the room. Each has its own characteristics and characteristics. The following types are distinguished:

1. Swing. The simplest and most budget option, in which the door is installed in a special niche. The door may consist of one or two leaves. Because this system requires a lot of space, it is not popular among consumers.
2. Sliding. The principle of operation is similar to that of a wardrobe. Movement occurs along two guides using rollers. There is a rubber seal on the door, which prevents water from entering the room during water procedures. This option is well suited for a small bathroom. The only negative is the videos, which are quite vulnerable.
3. Folding doors are similar to sliding doors. In the process of opening and closing they resemble a fan or accordion.
4. Pendulum. Such doors rotate along a vertical guide. Their use requires a lot of space not only inside the shower stall, but also indoors. Installation of this option is possible without a shower stall. To prevent water from entering the premises, a small threshold is installed.
5. Combined. Open in several directions. The combination can be very diverse. For example, one half is installed in a canopy on hinges, and the second moves along guides.
6. Rotating in a circle. For such models, curved glass is used.

When choosing doors, you should first pay attention to practicality and ease of use, and only after that to the design solution. After all, the design should not only fit into the interior, but not take up extra space in the room.

Shower door fittings

Important! The weight of the door must correspond to the technical specifications and not exceed it, otherwise the hinges will begin to sag, the panels will warp and spoil the appearance of the entire structure.

To install a glass door you will need to purchase the following fittings:

• Hinges are the main element in the installation of swing and pendulum options. When choosing hinges, you need to pay attention to the permissible weight that they can withstand.
• Door handles must be on both sides of the door. This will allow you to open and close the door without difficulty. The choice of such an accessory requires an individual approach, depending on the design of the room. Ball-shaped handles are considered the most convenient.
• Containers are required to secure the door to the wall and to each other. Connectors are available in angular, linear and high-rise types. Particular attention should be paid to the corner connector, since the opening angle can be 90 or 180 degrees.
• Stabilization hoses allow you to strengthen the structure. They are able to protect doors from possible deformation. There are mortise and overhead stabilizers.
• Guides are needed for sliding structures. The main load falls on the upper guides along which the rollers move. The lower part provides support for the sashes.
• Carriages with rollers.

All fittings are made of stainless materials. Such materials allow the fittings to serve for many years without being exposed to the microclimate of the bathroom.

Tips for choosing a quality glass shower door

For a non-standard solution, glass is suitable. There are three types for showers:

• With one leaf.
• With two doors.
• Sliding.

Each option has its pros and cons. Several doors indicate the reliability of the design, but the dimensions must be large. Particular attention is paid to opening and closing the door. If the design is of high quality, it should move smoothly and silently. The product should not fall out, so it should not move up or down.

The glass door provides complete sealing, is strong and reliable. Before you start searching and choosing doors, you need to consider two main factors:

1. The walls of the bathroom must be smooth. Some manufacturers produce profiles that even out even minor irregularities. Therefore, before purchasing, you should check the walls or pay attention to the technical specifications from the manufacturers.
2. Opening width. Since the whole family uses the shower stall, you need to take into account the parameters of each and, based on this, select the doors of the required width.

The material used in production also has its own characteristics. In most cases, an aluminum profile is used, to which stained glass or tempered glass is added.

Glass doors, in comparison with other materials, are of much higher quality, but at the same time the price will be higher.

Design photo

Caring for a glass shower stall

The wear and tear of a glass shower stall depends on the quality of the running water, which in most cases leaves much to be desired. With proper care, the shower cabin will last a long time and will remain in its original form.

It is necessary to take care of glass regularly, or rather after each water procedure. You need to take care of all elements in the structure. While taking a shower, drops of water remain on the glass. If it is not removed in a timely manner, the salts contained in the water will begin to settle on the surface. Removing such stains will be quite problematic after some time.

• Special detergents are used to remove stains. It is not recommended to use a solution containing ambrosia, as the surface of the glass can be easily scratched. When cleaning surfaces, it is advisable to use a rubber scraper.
• The tray is mainly made of acrylic, which is easy to clean with soapy water. It is not recommended to use an aggressive cleaning agent to avoid damaging the surface. You can use wax as a polish, which will also help repel water.
• Cleaning agents are used for the metal tray. After cleaning, the entire structure must be wiped dry. Caring for a shower stall is not as difficult as it might seem at first glance. By performing this procedure regularly, you can preserve the entire structure’s attractive appearance for many years.

Shower door fittings

“If the glass shower door weighs more than what is specified in the specifications, this can lead to sagging of the hinges and skewing of the panels, which will noticeably spoil the design of the shower cabin and may lead to its complete destruction.”

If you decide to equip the shower area yourself, you will have to face the selection of suitable quality fittings. What will you need to purchase?

First, the loops. This is the main element for swing and pendulum models. When choosing them, you need to look at such a parameter as the permissible load. If the glass shower door weighs more than what is specified in the specifications, then this is fraught with sagging hinges and skewed panels, which will noticeably spoil the design of the shower cabin and can lead to its complete destruction.

Hinges for glass shower door

Secondly, the door handle. This element must be present on both sides of the canvas, since opening wet glass shower doors without a handle will be very problematic. Choosing the shape of an accessory is a matter of taste or interior style. It is most convenient to use spherical, disk-shaped or parallelepiped-shaped handles with rounded edges.

Choose a comfortable shower handle

Thirdly, connectors. These parts are needed to attach the glass shower door to the wall and connect the glass panels together. You will need connectors of all varieties:

1. Linear.

2. High-rise.

3. Angular.

Corner Connector for Shower Doors

When purchasing, the main selection criterion will be the connection angle. Basically, structural elements open at 90°, but in some cases the opening angle can be obtuse.

Fourthly – stabilization hoses. Their task is to strengthen the rigidity of the structure and protect the shower doors from deformation. Stabilizers are installed between the door panel and the wall. There are two mounting options:

1. Invoice.

2. Mortise.

The latter is more reliable.

Fifthly - guides. These runners will be required for installing sliding shower doors. The main load will lie on the upper part, since the rollers will run on it. The floor area mainly plays a supporting role.

Shower guides

Sixthly – carriages. They must be equipped with rollers.

The fittings used in the design of shower cabins are made from stainless steel and brass alloys. The decorative quality of the first is noticeably higher. It gives effective combinations with glass. In addition, stainless steel is not affected by the microclimate of the bathroom, so it will last a long time and without incidents.

Design features of shower doors

Product design is related to glass finishing techniques. To create a pattern or texture, various techniques are used in production.

Sandblasting processing involves the formation of a matte pattern on transparent glass. These doors are ideal for spacious showers with lots of light or additional lighting.

Engraving involves the use of special professional equipment. Sometimes, to create a similar appearance, but reduce the cost of production, coloring aerosols and special pastes are used that perfectly imitate engraving.

Photo printing involves the use of a UV printer. The equipment prints a design, which is subsequently placed between the glasses. With the right image, models visually expand the space. They also give a very stylish look to the interior.

Fusing is a mosaic technology that involves the use of glass painted in different colors. In artistic painting, the drawing is done using paints that are highly resistant to moisture. Another method used is glass tinting, which allows you to achieve privacy in the shower area.

Experts distinguish shower doors according to the types of glass, which can be:

• Matte;
• Transparent.

Unlike other options, such simple doors will always be in trend. They are ideal for any interior. The operational properties of each type are different. For comparison, you can use the following characteristics:

Practicality . Stains and smudges are less noticeable on frosted glass. This surface also hides small scratches that will be visible on transparent glass.

Safety . The degree of strength is quite high in both types. Uniform quality standards are used in production.

Aesthetics . Transparent models adapt better to any interior. Optical models make any room larger.

Doors for shower cabins made of transparent glass are made with a special coating, which is a separate layer that has water-repellent properties. Thanks to the coating, most of the drops simply roll off the glass, leaving only the smallest ones. For quick and effective collection of water, a special rubber scraper is recommended. The fight to avoid divorce with him will not be difficult.

It is recommended to renew the coating on the transparent glass of shower doors using special products. AntiCalc Conditioner must be used at least 2-3 times a month. The procedure will help minimize the deposition of soap, lime, grease and other contaminants on the surface.

Design options for glass shower doors

A clear, no-frills glass shower looks elegant but rustic. Today there are many opportunities to decorate its panels and doors. You can choose the texture of the material and color design. A bright glass shower door can become an accent point in the interior composition, a touch of cheerfulness that is sometimes so lacking in the bathroom atmosphere.

Bright shower doors can become an accent point of the bathroom interior

In addition to a variety of shades, manufacturers often resort to decorating shower doors with patterns. This simplifies the task of choosing designs for stylish interiors. For example, in a high-tech bathroom you can use a glass door with a geometrically proportional pattern. A glass shower with a sakura image will look great in a Japanese-themed interior. You can add charm to glass elements and individuality to the interior with skillfully organized lighting. When working on this finishing option, you need to pay special attention to the quality of the wire insulation.

Shower lighting adds personality to your bathroom

The most popular design options for a glass shower door are the following technologies:

– Photo printing. The technique involves directly applying an image to glass shower doors in any color spectrum: from monochrome to polygamous. The use of specific paints makes the decor resistant to the negative microclimate of the bathroom, which guarantees its durability.

Photo printing on glass shower door

– Engraving. Today it is applied in several ways using laser and diamond machines, as well as using acid pastes that provoke erosion of the glass surface of the shower panels. You can make an imitation of engraving with aerosol paints.

Decorating a glass shower door with engraving

- Stained glass. Natural stained glass in the design of a shower cabin is extremely rare. The reason for this is the high cost of decor. But imitation stained glass can be seen quite often. In this case, the technique of decorating a glass door comes down to applying paint and gluing film. Beautiful, practical and most importantly, affordable.

Imitation of stained glass on shower doors

– Decor with polymer film. This treatment of a glass shower door gives the most incredible effects. You can, without further ado, imitate a matte surface or tinker and get original ornamental patterns by combining multi-colored films. The originality of the film application will add individuality to the atmosphere.

Decor with polymer shower film

- Sandblasting. Using this technology, glass shower doors are exposed to an air-sand jet supplied under high pressure. The image quality will be affected by the depth of processing and the grain size of the sand used.

Sandblasting glass shower door

Triplex opens up endless possibilities for designers. Between the layers of glass in these shower doors you can place whatever your heart desires:

1. Tinted film.

2. Photos.

3. Drawings.

4. Painting.

5. Fabric.

Triplex shower doors with a decorative layer of broken glass look very attractive.

Any decorative technique deserves attention and deserves to appear in modern bathrooms.

Elegant triplex glass shower cabin

How can the shower door open?

The trajectory of the glass sheet depends on whether it is equipped with opening mechanisms. Typically, a shower door is pre-adapted for a specific system, so during installation it is enough to assemble and secure the structure. The FANCY-AQUA online store offers several options for opening the canvases:

• Sliding is a popular method that helps save space. In this case, guides and rollers are used to complete the canvases. If the shower doors are sliding, they are fixed to the upper profile along which the running carriages slide. The lower guide helps to fix the canvases in a vertical plane and give them stability.
• Swing - a classic method that is simple and helps you save on purchases. Depending on the size of the niche, a single- or double-leaf shower door is installed in the opening, the swing system of which ensures that the curtains open outward or inward.
• Folding is a combined method that allows paired glass sheets to move in two planes. Such opening systems are sometimes called “Accordion” or “Book”. They consist of a classic swing mechanism and equally spaced hinges connecting adjacent panels. Some models have a sliding system added to the design. A folding shower door is recommended for installation in narrow openings if there is not enough space in the room to swing open the glass sheet.

You can also purchase pendulum models on the site that rotate on hinges in both directions. However, they are not included in a separate category. After all, such a shower door opens exactly like a swing door. The difference lies only in the installation technology, and the trajectory of movement in both cases is the same.

How to choose a quality glass shower door

Glass shower doors are not just part of a stylish interior, they are a functional piece of furniture that is regularly used, which creates demands on the quality of the fittings. Accessories should not have any flaws or play. The film finish should fit snugly into the surface of the glass shower door. There should be no swelling, cracks or bubbles. If frosting or paint was used in the glass shower design, the coating should also have a uniform structure.

Let's look at the design. The glass sheet should fit tightly to the frame of the shower door, and its doors should also close tightly. There cannot be any room for gaps or cracks there, otherwise you can forget about the tightness of the panels. The dimensions of the door structure must exactly correspond to the space where it is planned to be inserted. If you decide to install shower doors yourself, carefully measure the size of the area. Any discrepancy in the parameters will be catastrophic. Ideally, a glass shower door should be assembled by professionals. The demands on its functionality are too high. In addition, you will receive guarantees for the maintenance of the shower cabin for the subsequent period.

Below you can watch a VIDEO from our installation of glass shower partitions:

Cooperation with us allows you to get a number of advantages:

• Personal approach to each order and client : we take into account every detail in the work; for us there are no insignificant little things that affect the quality of execution.
• Help and advice in choosing glass shower doors : our specialists will help you select the optimal solution based on the characteristics of your room, give recommendations and select fittings.
• All work is carried out after accurate measurements and approval of the glass shower partition option by the client.
• Guarantee of consistently high quality workmanship and optimal installation times for finished shower structures.
• Favorable prices , variety of design options.
• Turnkey work will save you from having to look for contractors to install the selected glass shower partition option.

The diagrams above show the most common designs of glass shower partitions. If you want more, just call and we will offer the optimal solution specifically for your situation.

Glass shower care

In order for the design of a glass shower to remain relevant for many years, it must be carefully looked after. After water procedures, its glass door and panels should be wiped dry, then their surface will not become covered with unpleasant streaks, dried droplets and lime deposits. It is important to choose the right cleaning composition. It should not contain hard particles. To keep your glass shower doors clean, you don't have to spend all day running around with a rag scrubbing the surface.

Use special products to clean glass from limestone deposits

The panels can be treated with modern compounds such as Permanon or ClearShield. The first is used once a quarter, the protection of the second will last for the next decade. After this treatment, the glass will not only stop getting dirty, but also stop aging. No fingerprints, no dullness or cracks.

Features of glass fencing

Advantages

A glass shower enclosure has a number of positive aspects:

• Elegant attractive appearance . Moreover, thanks to transparency, the space is not visually blocked, as a result of which the room appears more spacious.
• Ease of use when installing a floor drain , since there is no need to step over the large side of the pan.
• Low price when compared with classic cabins.
• Durability , which is associated with the simplicity of the design.

• Caring for a glass shower cabin is not difficult , since dirt actually does not linger on the glass surface. Some types of glass have a special coating, thanks to which limescale does not settle on them and no traces of drops remain.
• The design is environmentally friendly , since mold does not form on the glass.
• It is easy to install a glass shower cabin with your own hands , the only thing is that the work must be done carefully so as not to drop or break the glass.
• Thanks to the wide selection, they fit perfectly into virtually any bathroom interior..

Advice! Transparent fencing can be used not only for showers, but also for baths. For example, if the bathroom is combined, it can be used to isolate the bathing area from the rest of the room.

Flaws

A glass shower stall, in fact, has one drawback - the complexity of installing the drainage system. As mentioned above, if the installation of such a booth was not planned at the stage of sewer installation, it becomes necessary to raise the floor, which is associated with certain difficulties.

In addition, durable glass requires careful handling, so avoid strong impacts and be careful when installing the structure. Otherwise, it is possible to say that the product has no defects.

Photo gallery – glass shower door

Cabin doors without pallet

Showers without a tray are called cabins where the main role is played by the floor with a drainage system installed in it. The doors are created independently using acrylic strips, plastic, glass, and installing insulation on the floor. Shower doors without trays must meet their individual requirements.

Making cabins without a pallet requires a flat floor surface, attaching sheets to the ceiling, or creating a separate roof.

Single-leaf hinged doors are suitable for glass booths made of single tempered glass. It is impossible to install a sealed slide system for a sliding structure behind a single glass; you should turn to hinged options.

Cabins made of acrylic and plastic allow the installation of double walls with a niche for sliding doors, which is accordingly preferable in installation. When designing, take into account the thickness of the niche - it makes the wall wider.

When creating a design, mix materials with each other - glass walls look good with a glass door. Most often, the mixture looks ridiculous and requires serious elaboration of the appearance. This is noticeable when using opaque and transparent materials.

When creating an opaque shower cabin without a tray, leave at least the door transparent - the solution increases the amount of light in the cabin and visually expands the space. The combination does not look like a loser in terms of design; externally, the door appears wider than the walls. It is possible to achieve expansion due to the angle of the elements.