Glass Shower Doors 101: How to Choose the Best Clear Shower Door

Clear Shower Door

When you imagine a stylish shower or bathtub, you probably don’t imagine a plastic shower curtain. Instead, you may envision a shiny, clear shower door!

Are you interested in clear or glass shower door designs, but don’t know what you should be looking for?

Whether you’re remodeling or just want a slight change of pace, a clear shower door could be the perfect addition to your bathroom.

Keep reading to learn about the benefits of this type of shower door and how you can find the perfect design for your home.

Benefits of Having a Clear Shower Door

It can be argued that some of the best shower doors are the pretty ones, but that isn’t the main reason you should consider getting a clear shower door.

A big benefit of shower doors is that they will get rid of that annoying cool draft that can sometimes occur with shower curtains.

Furthermore, a glass shower door with a clear finish will make it look like your bathroom is larger than it really is. You’ll be able to see more light while you’re in the shower as well, making it feel more comfortable and safer.

Glass shower doors will help you get a better view of that beautiful shower tile you chose and they may even increase the value of your home overall.

Choosing to install glass shower doors is a big step, but it can really improve the look of your bathroom and make it look more modern. If you’re planning to sell the home or just want an upgraded look for yourself, a clear shower door could be the way to go.

Tips to Find the Best Option for You

Now that you’re convinced that a clear shower door is right for you, it’s time to figure out how you can choose one that works for your bathroom setup.

The first thing you have to do is find a high-quality service provider for installation. You want a company that does the job right the first time and uses the best materials available.

Don’t settle for second best! Your shower deserves the five-star treatment.

The next thing you need to do is figure out what type of look you’re going for. A good service provider will be able to help you figure out how to achieve the overall design goal.

You may already have a style in mind or you may need some help coming up with inspiration. The good news is that glass shower doors fit into almost any bathroom design.

Should You Go With a Textured Look?

There are a few pros and cons that have to be considered if you are considering a textured door instead of a clear door.

The pros of textured glass are that you will have extra privacy in your bathroom while still getting the glass look and you won’t be able to see water spots as easily when they dry. The cons of this choice would be that it may make the bathroom look a little smaller since it closes of sightlines and its not as trendy.

Overall, textured glass shower doors can be a good option if you aren’t so concerned with the sleek, glamorous look and just want something more practical.

Choosing a clear shower door has its own pros and cons as well. It gives you less privacy and shows water spots easily, but it will brighten the space and make your bathroom look bigger.

The decision may depend on how many people you have in your household that will use the shower and how much time you have to keep it clean.

Framed, Semi-Framed, or Frameless

Framed shower doors are not quite as eye-catching, but they can still be very trendy and functional thanks to the frame adding additional support. Choosing a frame color that goes along with the rest of the bathroom will help it become more of an accent than an eyesore.

A semi-framed shower door is a good option if you like how contemporary frameless doors look but don’t have the budget or the layout to match.

A frameless shower door is a popular option because it uses a very sturdy tempered glass that doesn’t need the extra support a frame could provide. It gives a more clean-lined look without visual obstructions, but it is a more expensive option.

Whatever the budget you’re working with is, you’ll be able to find a shower door type that will fit your bathroom’s style if you work with us. We will help you figure out the color and design that would look best!

What If You Have a Custom Shower or Tub?

If your shower or tub is a custom size, you won’t have to worry. We are able to meet your needs with our custom shower enclosures.

These enclosures require an expert hand and precise measurements to get right. Our installers will use lasers to get the exact measurements for each panel so that it is accurate the first time.

You won’t have to worry about having anything less than a watertight seal.

Choosing a Clear Shower Door

A glass shower door can be a great way to enhance the look of your bathroom and make your showers more enjoyable at the same time.

Is it time for an upgrade in your bathroom? If so, we want to help make it happen!

Contact us today to talk about your clear shower door options or set up an appointment! We would love to hear from you.