A shower curtain can keep water off your bathroom floor, but it won’t add to the room’s elegance. Shower glass doors come in a variety of styles, frames, and finishes and can easily become the focal point of the bathroom. If you’re looking to install shower glass, here’s what you need to know. 

A Guide to Selecting the Right Shower Glass Doors 

1. Shower Design & Door Type

Your shower design will determine the type of door you can put in. Walk-in enclosures are typically located in the corner and can have neo-angle and round doors. Both of these door types free up floor space and offer reversible options for left or right entry.

Bathtub-shower combinations use bypass or sliding door solutions. Tracks are installed on the edge of the bathtub to form a seal and stop water from leaking onto the floor.

Alcove showers are the most common and offer many options. Bypass and sliding doors are used, but mainly in smaller bathrooms, as well as pivot and hinged doors. The latter is popular if there is space to open the door; otherwise, the former should be used.

2. Frame Design

Doors can come in framed or frameless varieties. The former uses aluminum, stainless steel, or another composite material to frame the glass. These doors use a track, which must be cleaned. Frameless doors have the hardware mounted onto a thicker glass, are easier to clean, and, if you have pivot doors, they can open in or out.

3. Shower Glass Door Finishes

A large variety of textures and finishes are offered for individual privacy. Choose a pattern to add another visual element to the decor. You can also add multi-level frosting to reduce visibility. The choice will depend on your tastes and privacy preferences. 

If you’re looking to add shower glass doors to your bathroom, contact the experts at Genesee Glass & Mirror in Rochester, NY. They’ve served homes and businesses in Monroe County for 40 years and provide their clients with friendly customer service. Call (585) 621-3580 to ask about their auto, residential, or commercial glass options, and visit their website to learn more about their residential glass services.