As with any home improvement project, a shower remodel requires you to make crucial decisions. Choosing the type of doors to purchase is one of them. With so many options available in the market, you may be hard-pressed to select the right one for your upgraded shower area. With the right information, however, the best choice for your bathroom is sure to become clear-cut.
HomePride, one of the top shower and bathtub installation contractors in the local area, shares the various shower door options for your shower enclosure.
Frameless, Semi-Framed, and Framed Doors
As far as shower doors go, three options stand out. The frameless type does not require the support of metal around its exterior edges, providing for a clean, modern look. The framed type is the exact opposite of this, with frames surrounding the unit to give the shower area a striking appearance. You can get the best of both worlds with the semi-framed variety. This configuration is a great alternative to the frameless counterpart, especially if you have a limited budget for the remodel.
Styles of Operation
The doors mentioned above are available in different opening styles, with your choice depending on your preferences and the layout of your new bathroom. For bathrooms with closely-spaced fixtures, shower and bathtub replacement contractors like us recommend sliding doors. Otherwise, the hinged or swinging doors would suffice. Before installation, however, it is essential to take measurements first to see if there’s enough clearance between the open door and the surrounding bath fixtures.
Glass Finishes
Once you’ve chosen the door type and operation style, the only thing left to decide is the glass finish. There are only two—clear and textured glass. The former helps showcase the shower area, but you may have to clean it regularly to make it look pristine. The latter, meanwhile, adds privacy to your shower and is easier to maintain.
HomePride is one of the premier bathroom remodeling contractors in the local area. You can rely on us for your home improvement needs. You can call (303) 928-6696 or fill out our contact form to request a free no-obligation consultation.
Coley O. McAvoy
With 30+ years of experience in content marketing, Coley helps Colorado homeowners simplify the remodeling process by breaking down design trends, pricing insights, and aging-in-place solutions. Coley has appeared on CBS and Fox News, and his work has been featured in industry outlets across multiple channels. When not simplifying remodel decisions, you'll find him camping throughout Colorado with his wife of 14 years and their two young daughters.
