Glass doors for a shower cabin: varieties, selection, care

Some people prefer showers when decorating their bathrooms. Doors are an important element of these sanitary ware. Today we will talk about such glass structures and what types and forms they are.

Glass shower doors offer many benefits.

• Strength. These doors are made of high quality tempered glass. They will be able to serve for a long time, while maintaining their appearance.
• Ease of cleaning. Glass cabins can be cleaned with almost any cleaning agent. They should simply be wiped off with a damp cloth after use, while they will be able to maintain their appearance.
• Resistant to moisture. These products do not lose their strength, appearance and quality with constant use and water ingress.
• Beautiful design... These tempered glass products are distinguished by their neat and beautiful appearance. Often, various patterns are applied to them. They can be either transparent or opaque.
• Good chemical resistance. Tempered glass doors are not affected by these agents.

Glass doors for shower cabins also have some disadvantages.

• Such products may not be suitable for all premises. If your home has a combined bathroom, then it is better not to use transparent doors.
• Glass doors get dirty quickly. They should be washed after each cleaning so that there are no soapy streaks and salt deposits on the surface.

Today, there are various types of glass shower doors.

These models are compartment doors. One or two partitions of the booth move with the help of a special mechanism on small rollers. Sliding specimens are fixed in metal profiles. Such doors can significantly save space in the bathroom.

These models are installed in a special box structure. They will be suitable for showers that are located in a niche. Swing samples are of low cost. But these doors will take up a lot of space in the room.

These samples have the form of a special screen structure, which is fixed in a metal profile. They are often used for Japanese-style rooms.

The models have the appearance of a special design that can open both inward and outward. They are installed without using a special box. They can be fixed to the ceiling and to the floor.

In plumbing stores, you can find shower doors with or without a tray. In the second case, the product will have to be purchased for a separate fee. But at the same time, shower cabins are produced today, the basis of which is the floor covering.

Tempered glass shower doors come in a variety of shapes. Most often they come in a standard flat design. But at the same time, many consumers prefer products with a slightly curved shape. Such designs are made using a special glass polishing technology.

A rectangular shower stall can become a classic option; it will fit well into almost any design bathroom design. There are also square designs that will look the most original indoors.

To save space in the room, you can place corner plumbing. These models are often made with a spherical front. However, not all such samples are equipped with a back wall, which also allows you to leave more free space.

Quarter circle models are also considered popular designs among consumers. They are distinguished by good roominess and relatively small dimensions. The walls of the product have a semicircular shape. The back panel is often missing. They are installed in the corner.

Semicircular shower cabins can be a great addition to the minimalistic design in the bathroom. Often they are referred to one of the varieties of the "quarter circle" model.

A round shower cabin will be an original and beautiful option. But at the same time, it can be placed both in large bathrooms and in small rooms. It can be mounted against a wall or in the center of a room.

The standard length of round specimens can be from 2100 to 2500 mm. In this case, the radius of the pallet is between 900 and 1200 mm.

The optimal size for tempered glass doors is 90x90 cm. A design with such dimensions will be comfortable for a person of average build.

Glass doors for shower cabins can be made in a wide variety of designs. They can be made from thin, completely transparent material. These models are perfect for a minimalist bathroom style.

Some samples do with matte surfaces. They can be well suited for almost all types of interiors. Models with bright colored doors can become an original and beautiful accent of the overall design of the room.

Often, various decorative patterns are made on the surface of such doors. For bathroom hi-tech it is better to pick up samples with pictures in the form of geometric shapes of different sizes.

In the interior with Japanese style models with a large image of sakura on the door will look great. Often, such samples are additionally equipped with special lighting of different colors.

Currently, a popular option is considered glass doors with a picture applied by means of photo printing... In this case, specific persistent paints are used, which allow you to make the picture durable and bright.

Some shower doors are made with engraving. It can be applied using laser devices and diamond cutting machines. Acid pastes are also often used. Many doors are produced with imitation of engraving, which is made with special spray paints.

Stained glass doors are also considered a good option for showers. But such products are distinguished by the highest cost, therefore, a cheaper imitation of stained glass surfaces is often used. In this case, a pattern is applied to the tempered glass base with special paints, and then a film is applied to it.

Often, shower doors are decorated with polymer films. By combining such materials in different colors, you can create a beautiful and vibrant pattern.

The door design can be done using sandblasting... In this case, the surface is exposed to a special air-sand jet, which lends itself to high pressure. This technology allows you to create various pictures on structures.

Before buying such shower products, you need to check the fastening of the glass to the profile. The base should fit snugly against the frame. The flaps of the product must also close tightly. Otherwise, water will seep outside the cab.

The frame itself deserves special attention. It is made from an aluminum or steel base. It is better to select models with the most rigid profile so that the structure does not loosen during operation. The fasteners of the product must be tight so that the door closes and opens well, without forming gaps.

Be sure to see that the structure is completely sealed. There can be no cracks or scratches in it. And also make sure that the dimensions of the product correspond to the dimensions of the room and the shower itself.

The film finish of the product should also be well done. There can be no cracks or bubbles under it. If paints or various matting techniques were used in the manufacture, then the surface should also be even and uniform.

Consider that products should be selected in such a way that they are combined with the overall design of the room, the colors of the finishing tiles... The design should look harmonious and beautiful.

Glass shower doors are low maintenance. It is easy enough to clean after use with detergent and wipes. This will allow you to preserve the original appearance of the structure for a long time, to avoid the formation of condensate deposits.

Cleaning agents for tempered glass should not contain abrasive and alcohol-containing constituent elements... It is also better not to use nitro solvents, which can severely damage the surface of the product.

For information on how to wash the doors of the shower stall, see the video below.