Bathroom Shower Enclosure
Custom showers are becoming more common in today’s homes. Many are opting for a luxury-designed shower with walls and floors made of ceramic tile, solid surface, or stone.
The choices for a modern a bathroom shower enclosure are almost endless! The base unit may be cast constructed of a cast material such as fiberglass or custom built or tiled with a variety of materials.
Bathroom shower enclosure can accommodate any size. From tiny ‘nook’ corner units for smaller bathrooms to large and expansive shower rooms with oversized shower heads (maybe multiple heads!) that create the look and feel of a real spa.
Enclosed showers come in many geometric shapes and sizes. Showers can be square, rectangular, curved, or even angled! They may be constructed of one seamless piece or they may have separate shower pans and side panels.
For new construction with easy access, the seamless piece showers are ideal. Negotiating a large shower stall unit into an existing bathroom space will certainly be a chore! And not one tackled by the lone individual.
If you’re remodeling a bathroom, your best bet will be a multi-piece unit. Be sure to measure at least twice, maybe three times, to ensure all the existing plumbing lines up where you need it to be.
With all the different designs available, you want your bathroom shower stall to fit in with the décor of your existing bathroom. By far, the most popular stalls are made with tempered glass.
Transparent shower walls allow light to penetrate in and creates an open feeling to your bathroom. Material options include clear, colored, molded or etched glass.
Of course you are also completely visible to anyone in the room. If bathing privacy is important to you, a transparent shower enclosure is not a consideration. Modern looking or not, you want to shower in comfort and prefer not to be ‘exposed’ during your personal hygiene routine. If this is the case, an opaque or even a solid wall, such as fiberglass or tile may be better material choice for you.
Personalize Your Home With A Bathroom Shower Enclosure
Most modern shower stalls bring a touch of elegance to any bathroom. They are constructed of durable and attractive materials that add a distinctive flair to your home. Plus these upgrades contribute to the re-sale value of your property as well. And they save you money now by being low maintenance and easy to clean.
Considerations for your shower enclosure include deciding if you’ll provide entry and water containment via a curtain or fitted door to the entrance of your shower stall. Shower curtains will certainly bring color and a bit of flair to your décor but they also can be a pain to clean and maintain. A better choice might be having a frameless shower door instead.
Another route to take with shower enclosure entrance is a folding door which adds a classy look. If space is limited, a sliding door might be a better option for you.
With our busy schedules, few find the time to take an extended bath. A quick shower serves us well in our daily routine. Showers also save on water and energy consumption. And by installing just the right bathroom shower enclosure, you can add to your personal enjoyment as well as to the value of your home.