Shower Enclosures – What are Your Options

1. Shower Enclosures – What are Your Options? The shower enclosures are a popular choice for both small and large bathrooms alike. These are great at separating the wet area of the bathroom from the dry. It is possible to fit a cubicle anywhere as long as you have plumbing available. Similarly, you can choose from various types of cubicles ranging from standard alcove to rectangular, and more aesthetically pleasing options like walk-in showers. But which is the best option to fit in your bathroom may require you to have information about all these types. In this blog, we are going to discuss how you can choose the right option for your bathroom.

2. “A glass shower enclosure is simply a cubicle that surrounds your shower area. Depending on the type you choose, it may also have a door at the entrance making it an enclosed area. Your Shower Enclosures Style Options Shower areas in the past were shower trays covered with glass panels converting into a shower space that is usually in the bathroom corners. It is still a good option, but you have many more stylish shapes and designs available in the market as well. Rectangular and Square (Recessed Shower Enclosures) A recessed shower cubicle usually fits between the two walls. So, such spaces generally require rectangular or square shape enclosures. So, such enclosures come in shapes that perfectly go well with sliding, pivot, or bifold shower door choices. You can make either choice for the shower door however if your floor space is limited then a sliding shower door is a better choice. Quadrant Shower Enclosures (Curved Shape) Another possible type of shower enclosure is a quadrant shower enclosure. These are distinguished through their curved frontage. This is a popular shower cubicle design in the UK because most of the bathrooms in the UK are smaller in comparison to the EU. And these are getting, even more, smaller due to the high demand for housing. The half-circled or quadrat enclosure is a perfect alternative to rectangular and square shape enclosures that require more space in the bathroom. So, when it comes to saving space, a quadrant cubicle can be your choice. Its softer front edge has a big impact on the way overall space occupancy feels. Such cubicles a best fitted with single or double sliding doors. Corner Shower Fitting Options Fitting a cubicle into the bathroom corners is a great option for those who want to save space as well as want their enclosure to look stylish. Although almost all types of quadrant enclosure can be suitable for corner fittings. You may also consider an unusual shape for bathroom installation that is offset enclosures. These have one size larger than the other and can slot neatly into the corner space. In addition, you can enjoy a bit more spacious shower experience with it.

3. Walk In Shower The trend for a walk-in shower is growing over the past few years. These are low-maintenance, simple glass panels, that are teamed up with the concealed shower tray. There is no door at the entrance allowing you to simply walk in and take shower. Other than aesthetically pleasing looks, it offers many other advantages like suitability for people with limited mobility making it safe for people of all ages. Your Shower Door Options Unless you are choosing a walk-in shower, you will also have to choose a shower door too. The choice of your door will depend on the enclosure type. Hinged or Pivot Shower Door One of the most common door types, a hinged or pivot shower door moves on hinges and offers a wide access area. If you use pivot, then these can revolve 360 degrees. However, both these styles require clearing space making them more suitable for medium to large bathrooms. Bifold Shower Door It is a space-saving option that consists of two glass panes, the first is fixed to the shower surround while the other folds on the hinges. You can preferably use them with a quadrant, and offset quadrant enclosure as it does not encroach on the bathroom area helping you to get the most out of your shower door choice. Sliding doors There is no clearance space required for using this type of shower door. Therefore, it is perhaps the most space-saving option among all shower door choices. It consists of a glass panel and metal frame on which it moves back and forth. Final Thoughts Installing a shower enclosure will require you to make certain choices of cubicle shape, and shower door type. While it largely depends on your personal preference, you will also need to consider your bathroom layout, size, and overall theme to make the right shower cubicle choice. We have discussed a few important types of enclosure and shower doors.