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Many homeowners find frameless glass shower doors aesthetically appealing, however, there are some common misconceptions about these shower doors that have caused people to steer clear of this popular style. Before you decide to purchase any type of shower door, you should always do your research. At GCS Glass and Mirror, we believe in educating our current and potential clients, to help them better understand how these doors work, what benefits they have to offer, and the different types and styles available. Here, we’ll debunk some popular myths that tend to follow these doors, causing potential buyers to think twice about having frameless shower doors installed in their bathrooms.
Frameless shower doors have quickly overtaken the shower door industry, thanks to their modern, sophisticated look, durability, and functionality. Unfortunately, there are four common myths about frameless glass shower doors that can cause any potential buyer to stick with their traditional framed glass shower instead. Here, we’ll dig deep to get to the truth and explain why these shower doors continue to dominate the market.
One of the most popular frameless glass shower door myths is that the doors often blow up during hot showers. You’ll find reports of this online. This is simply untrue. Frameless shower enclosures are made out of thick tempered glass. Due to the thickness and durability of the glass, there is a very slim chance that the glass will explode. All frameless shower doors are made out of tempered glass for safety reasons. This type of glass is incredibly durable and should it break, it will do so in very small pebble-like pieces, which can prevent an injury from occurring.
Another common misconception about these shower doors is the price. Many people are often surprised to learn how affordable a frameless glass shower enclosure actually is. The price of these doors will depend on many factors including the company you hire, their installation prices, customization options, size and style of the door and enclosure, and other variables. While a custom frameless shower door is more expensive than a traditional framed door, you’ll get a door that’s specifically designed for your unique bathroom space, which can prevent issues such as leakage. Remember, you get what you pay for.
People also wrongly assume that because these doors do not have a physical frame that there is a large gap between the glass and the structure, resulting in water leakage. This can happen if you hire an inexperienced glass installer or you purchase an off-the-shelf prefab model that’s not designed for your shower space. A quality frameless glass shower door is designed and installed to prevent water leakage through features such as buttresses, shower dams, straight walls, and other elements.
Like with any type of shower door, you’ll find frameless shower doors available in a variety of sizes and styles. When made correctly, and with high-quality glass, a frameless glass shower door will look elegant in any type of bathroom. Generic shower doors can be purchased online or at your local home improvement store, but these off-the-shelf models are not created by glass experts and instead are cheaply built to cut down on costs. If you want a modern, elegant shower enclosure, always hire a reputable, experienced glass company.
Now that you know about the benefits of glass shower doors, how they work, and how safe they are, let the design team at GCS Glass and Mirror create custom shower doors that will elevate the look and feel of your unique bathroom space. If you’re ready for a shower upgrade, contact the pros at GCS Glass and Mirror. Our team of experts can meet with you to go over shower enclosure options, take accurate measurements of your shower space and bathroom, and help you choose a shower door that can transform your bathroom without breaking your budget. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and to get a free quote.
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