How Shower Enclosures Make a Home Look Good

If you’re gaping in disbelief at the unnameable green moss lining the edges of one of your existing shower enclosures, it might be an appropriate time to consider a more up to date replacement. The selection of basic sheet glass shower enclosures is great, along with many other shower enclosures constructed with various materials, and fashioned into various classic shapes.

The low-key approach to choosing and installing shower enclosures is one of the most popular in the shower market today. Over recent years the whole shower room has become very modern and what could be called minimalist in design. The use of the shower is basically quite simple - it’s just a box with a floor that angles down towards a drainage hole.

A shower enclosure stops the entire shower room from becoming covered in water. And naturally, a shower and its head is a solid idea. After you add the odd shelf on which to place soap and shampoo and perhaps a few angled lights - and you are talking about a most minimal shower area.

Level access shower constructions are when the floor area around the shower is at the same level as the shower itself - so the entire shower is one, in effect. Shower enclosures might also differ aesthetically from the room. Some of these may have a tiled zone around the immediate shower area, with another colour or tile design on the wider room.

Lighting is one more feature which can really add a bit more interest to very simple, forward looking shower enclosures. By pointing lights or little halogen lights over the shower area, some circles of light highlight the details of the shower head and particular details of the tiles.

Level floor access and easily opened and shut shower enclosures or doors, makes getting into the shower as easy as it can be. This can crucial for elderly people who find that getting in and out of the shower significantly more difficult than more able bodied people. By the same token, if a shower user is disabled, this might help them too.

One more feature of modern shower enclosures is an additional foldable seat, which can allow people who have issues of mobility to take a seat while having a shower. This can also be of benefit if a person needs help from someone while a shower is being taking. In addition to added safety bars can make the shower experience a safer and more pleasant experience for people who are less mobile.

In terms of maintaining the floor safe from leaking through to the floor beneath, a showering tray is one other addition to up to date shower enclosures. This a highly hard wearing tray put under whichever tile or matting material is selected for the shower floor.

By Gino Hitshopi

How Many Types of Shower Enclosure Available?

When most people think of a shower, they simply think of one thing; a place to clean off. What they don’t really consider is the fact that there are a few different types of shower enclosures that can be used. They will all provide the same basic function, and the one that you will select depends primarily on how you want your shower to actually look. So let’s take a peek at what types of shower enclosures are actually available.

The first type that we will look at are framed shower doors. These are fairly cheap, and there is a good reason for this. They are made of thin glass, and are supported by aluminum or steel frames. They need to be supported because they will break far too easily. Since they are so low in price however, they are the type of shower enclosure that is preferred by just about everyone.

The style of shower enclosure that everyone seems to want is called a frameless enclosure. If you look at these closely you will notice something missing. The missing element here is the frame, because these types of doors do not require a frame. It sounds very strange, but in fact these doors are made of glass that is so thick it doesn’t require a frame. These are much more expensive than the standard shower doors and are much more preferred. The main reason for this is the ability to have a sort of seamless shower setup. After all, there’s nothing quite like having a nice glass cube around your shower!

If you cannot afford to purchase or even maintain a frameless shower enclosure then you can go for a semi-framed enclosure. This is a better option for some people, and it definitely has the look of a frameless enclosure. Basically this type has the frame on the sides but not on the top and bottom. You will have the look of a frameless enclosure without the expense!

While there are three basic enclosure styles, there are almost limitless types of shower doors that you can buy. You would be amazed at the range of colors and designs that are available. Virtually anything that you happen to want as far as looks go can be yours so long as you have the money, and you can even purchase custom made shower enclosures so that your enclosure will match the décor of your bathroom if you cannot locate a pre-made one that will.

Shower enclosures are a very important part of a bathroom because often the first person sees when they walk into your bathroom is the shower. You need this to look great, and if you install frameless doors you will have a sleek modern look for everyone to admire. The important thing here is to get the doors you want, and to attain the look that you want in your bathroom. Though it may not seem quite like it now, the bathroom can be the most important part of your entire house. Make sure that you keep it looking nice, and most importantly, make sure it conforms to your tastes.

By Derek Rogers

Minimalist Contemporary Bathroom Design-Sliding Showers Doors

The current trend towards minimalist bathrooms has led to sliding shower doors growing increasingly popular. Contemporary bathroom design with a minimalist look offers a sanctuary away from the outside world.

Yet in reality, the concept of bathroom design is a relatively new one, since only a few decades ago bathrooms were seen as functional rooms, but now they are increasingly seen as somewhere that people can relax in and wash away their troubles and stresses.

Many people are wary of becoming too entrenched in the whole minimalist design, in case it starts to look dated in a few years time, necessitating a change of bathroom accessories such as sliding shower doors. But this is the joy of these doors; they effortlessly transform a shower room into a minimalist haven, but due to the fact that these shower doors are classic in design and available with different finishes, e.g. gold or chrome etc, they are timeless. Sliding shower doors create a look that is sleek, angular and then your shower enclosures create the perfect finish to a modern and sophisticated bathroom.

Advantages of a Sliding Shower Door

A sliding shower door has to be fitted in a shower area that is slightly larger than many showers. This is due to the doors needing a wall to slide against. However, if you have the size available, then you will be able to fit sliding shower doors with no problems.

The beauty of a this type of shower door is that it slides against a shower wall, meaning that you don’t open the shower doors out into the bathroom. This means that floor space is maximized and more floor area can be given over to the shower as opposed to creating an opening area for outward opening doors.

Another major advantage of sliding shower doors, is that they contain more steam than one of the semi open doors, thereby reducing condensation within the bathroom.

The fact that the Sliding Shower Door also encapsulates the shower to a greater degree also means that if you are in the shower you feel completely alone, so you can switch on a shower radio and just forget about the rest of the world. The fact that it is encapsulated also enables someone else to pop into the bathroom and apply make up etc without causing a disturbance.

So besides the fact that a sliding shower enclosure adds grace, elegance and a really contemporary feel to any bathroom, there are also practical reasons for choosing these doors over a more traditional style of door, which is why more and more people are choosing these sliding doors for their shower. But once you have tried it you will probably find that you don’t ever want to go back to other types of shower doors or even the semi-enclosed showers that are increasingly becoming more and more old fashioned.

By Lindy Holman

Glass Block Shower Base and Pan Options For Structure and Longevity

Have you thought about purchasing a glass block shower but ended up putting it off because it was difficult to figure out the right shower base or the general contractor told you the project could not be done? If so, you’re not alone. There are many criteria that can effect your decision to choose the correct pan and contractor(s) for the shower project. Some of these factors might include:

• Your desired finishing material for the shower floor
• The need for accessibility
• Whether the project is in new construction or remodeling
• If you have flexibility in size and shape of the base
• Cost of the base.

Here are 7 steps to consider in selecting the right glass block shower base and contractors and suppliers to get it right the first time:

Step 1 - Evaluate your flexibility in design, size, and shape - In determining the right base keep in mind that there are standard and custom shower bases. Here is a basic explanation of both:

Standard shower bases are preformed and premade. Their size, shape, and design cannot be altered. The most commonly available ones are made of acrylic and fiberglass. Their main advantages are they are produced in larger quantities and generally have lower prices. Their main disadvantage is their size and shape cannot be changed, they are sometimes difficult to get into existing bathrooms, and there are few designs that will accommodate a tile or marble floor.

A custom shower base is usually constructed at the project site (as is the case in a mortared mud set pan or a waterproof wedi closed cell polystyrene base which is frequently built by the tile trade), or in some cases is prefabricated (some companies can prefabricated solid surface cultured marble or a wedi closed cell polystyrene base). The advantages of these pans is they can be built at the site (sometimes getting a preformed unit through the door can be a challenge) and can be finished off with tile or marble, and in the case of the wedi system is 100% waterproof. The principle disadvantage of a mortared pan is if it’s not done right it can cause water damage leading to mold or mildew problems (and the expensive cost to redo the pan and entire shower). The main disadvantage of a wedi waterproof system is the initial purchase price is higher than standard or custom mud set units.

Step 2 - Determine how you want to finish the shower floor of your glass block wall project - With acrylic or fiberglass shower pans the floor is made of acrylic and fiberglass which most commonly come in white, almond, or biscuit colors (decorator colors might be available from some manufacturers but are generally limited). Some of these bases are preformed with non-skid type surfaces. If you’d like a custom tile or marble finished floor you’ll need to choose either a mud set, ready for tile wedi style pan, or cultured marble base for your project.

Step 3 - Will a roll in shower or accessible design be needed? When purchasing a shower base and walls think not only about your current needs, but also about your future requirements as well. Bathroom safety and accessibility are key factors in a thoughtful design of a glass block shower stall or enclosure. Most standard acrylic or fiberglass pans have a threshold to step over that make it difficult for wheelchair access. If a roll in or fully accessible shower is required the mud set or wedi style bases can be custom designed with ramps for improved accessibility.

Step 4 - Measure your bathroom door opening to ensure a premade base will fit through the door - A prefabricated shower base is not of much value if it doesn’t fit through your door. In most new homes this is not an issue because the pan can be brought into the space before framing is completed, but in remodeling projects getting the unit through the door can be an issue. Measure your door opening before buying the base.

Step 5 - Finding a glass block shower wall and base supplier and determining the selection of sizes and shapes available - Where to sources bases for block showers is sometimes not as easy as consumers would like. Consider the following sources of supply:

Acrylic bases - These units can be sourced through glass block specialty suppliers - even with the prefabricated wall sections to match the base - or from some home center chains.

Mud set pans - In most cases tile setters will create this base in a multi-day process at the job site. Work with a tile setter or block specialty contractor to lay out the size and design of the shower before the mortared mud set base is created (this will ensure that your base is properly designed for your block walls).

Wedi fundo waterproof shower pan and curb - This system can be site built by a tile contractor or prefabricated as one section and shipped nationwide by a Wedi glass block shower base specialist.

Step 6 - Get a quote on your shower base and glass block walls at the same time. Don’t assume the lowest initial purchase cost is best- Get the pricing on your base and your walls together. It is important to make sure that the pan and the walls will work together since the blocks cannot be cut (the blocks are available in 2″ increments with finished shapes for rounded, angled, and finished ends to accommodate many designs). Make sure that the base will be wide enough (most blocks require either 3″ or 4″ wide curbs) to accommodate the blocks as well. Although fiberglass bases tend to be cheapest they are generally not designed with the thickness of glass block walls in mind.

Step 7 - Keep long term quality and structural integrity in mind - A shower base failure caused from a cheaply made fiberglass pan or an improperly installed mud set pan can be very costly (usually when the base fails it can cause water damage and will result in needing to remove the entire shower walls and the base and also may impact your tile walls and surrounding floor). Don’t skimp on the base. Make sure it is a quality unit that will stand up over time.

Now that you’re equipped with these 7 steps you’re ready to order your shower base for a glass block wall.

By Mike Foti

The Advantage of Building a Walk-in Shower

If you are debating whether or not you want to get a walk in shower installed in your bathroom keep reading. There are so many advantages to building one of these types of shower, that is hard to list them all. Below are just a few advantages of having a shower that you can just walk straight into.

First and foremost, a walk in shower has a tendency to be more safe than the conventional type. Some people are afraid of getting in and out of the bathtub, as it may be a more difficult task for some. A lot of people have caused serious injuries in the bathtub, and were not able to call for help. If you have a shower that you can directly walk into, you are keeping yourself more safe. You could easily walk in and out of the shower without getting hurt, or worrying about if you will be able to get up at the end of the bath.

The next advantage has to do a lot with time. In today’s society not many people have the time to sit and take a bath, so why have one in your bathroom. A walk in shower is the perfect solution to this problem. You now have a place to get clean without wasting your time.

Walk in showers also add so much style to any bathroom. It does not matter if you have a big or small space, these showers are made to give any bathroom a modern and classy look. You could make your bathroom look a lot bigger than it actually is with one of these designs.

Lastly, a shower like this makes you look and feel important. When you go to a fancy hotel most of them have this style incorporated into the bathroom. You will feel more luxurious with this type of shower installed in your bathroom. You will be taking one room in your home and turning it into a fantastic location.

These are just a few great advantages that the walk in variety of showers have. They not only make your bathroom look much bigger than it actually is, but they add a special feeling to your home. If you are looking to remodel your bathroom, getting a walk in shower is a great idea.

By Mike Cusak

Glass Block Shower Prices & Products - Getting the Most Bang For Your Buck

Now, maybe more than ever, it’s critical to make the right choice of suppliers for your projects so you don’t waste money by not getting it done right the first time. So how do you choose a glass block supplier that will be concerned with making sure your project will not only be done with an eye on your budget, but will also provide you with the quality and product options to ensure your happiness with a window, wall or shower project both now and into the future?

Your key is to keep at the top of mind these 5 specific criteria when making your selection:

• Point 1 - Make sure the pricing is all inclusive and the vendor is reputable - Ever started a project you didn’t think was going to cost you too much only to feel you were “nickeled and dimed” along the way - only those nickels and dimes were dollars and more dollars? If you’re buying prefabricated wall or window assemblies or individual colored or etched blocks that are being shipped to you, make sure the pricing includes all relevant shipping and handling costs. Don’t be fooled by cheap prices that are quoted FOB (freight on board) the city they are being shipped from. FOB means you will pay the freight as an extra charge.

For installation projects make sure you get a firm estimate and there is not wording on the contract of cancellation charges or extra costs that “may occur” if the job conditions are not quite right. A good way to judge your potential contractor or supplier is to see if they’ve won any consumer generated service awards - like Angie’s List, the Better Business Bureau Accreditation, or Consumers Choice Award.

• Point 2 - Find a company that offers a broad product selection - Why limit yourself to a distributor or dealer who only offers one manufacturer’s products? Glass block prices and quality do vary from one manufacturer to another, but like most industries the different producers do have unique items they specialize in (no one block manufacturer has the lock or the capacity to serve the varied needs of all markets and uses). Here’s specific things to ask of your potential wholesaler or supplier:

o Do you carry more than one manufacturer’s products? There are block lines of supply from the United States, Indonesia, China, and Germany to name just a few countries of origin. Pittsburgh Corning, the U.S. manufacturer, has an excellent line of fire rated and solid security glass blocks. Mulia, an Indonesian manufacturer, makes high value blocks for basement and bathroom windows and showers. And Dezhou, a Chinese manufacturer, makes cost effective blocks with pre-drilled holes used for the craft market. The best block for your project might come from several different companies depending on what you’re doing.

o What sizes, colors and designs are available? - Since the block cannot be cut like a brick or a concrete block - one size does not fit all. For basement windows the most commonly used sizes include 6 x 6, 6 x 8, and 8 x 8 and not having the full complement of sizes can make your project undoable. For an upper floor wall or shower the finishing end blocks, corners, and radius units for round walls are critical. One manufacturer from Indonesia even makes a thinner end block to save you money for a shower or wall project. In addition colored and etched glass blocks can be added for a one of kind design you may not have realized was possible.

• Point 3 - Determine if a prefabricated panel can be used - A block by block installation is not easy - and often leads to a less than stellar finished quality work. Prefabricated glass block window shower and wall panels can be used to reduce the installation time, save money, and improve the completed work. There are premade window panels available both with and without vinyl frames (the vinyl framed window works well for new construction and room additions, while the frameless windows are preferred for basement windows in masonry foundations).

Partition and shower wall projects are an excellent place to use prefabricated assemblies. With Vinyl Stack spacers between the units the installation is made far easier and these sections can be safely shipped on a nationwide basis.

• Point 4 - Ask about the wholesaler’s experience with your specific product needs or market’s requirement - Glass block products are sold into many varied markets. There are pre-drilled units sold to crafters who put lights in them to sell at shows or give away as gifts. Framed windows are used extensively by remodelers and builders for their ease of installation in home construction. Architects and commercial contractors use glass block companies for projects that can vary from a fire rated window or wall, a block paver floor, or even a bar in a nightclub. Homeowners use block windows in basements, bathrooms, and garages to increase security and improve energy efficiency and ventilation.

The key question to ask is what specific expertise does your potential supplier have with your need or market. Check out their web site to see if what you’re looking to do is even represented or explained.

• Point 5 - Learn if this company has installation expertise with glass blocks - Even if you’re going to buy a premade window or wall shipped to you from a glass block wholesaler who is miles away you should find out if they do installations in their local market. You might wonder why. The reason - a building material product is not a good product unless it’s installed correctly. You should not only be looking to buy good quality products, but to choose someone to purchase from who can lead you through the installation process as well. This can save you both money and aggravation getting your project completed.
Choose your glass block shower supplier carefully and you’ll have an excellent looking, high quality, and low maintenance wall that will last a long time.

By Mike Foti

Shower Pan Installation Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Shower pan installation the conventional way involves a lot of mortar work. There are several ways do-it-yourself tile setters, even pros, make mistakes. Some of these mistakes will result in a shower that fails soon and leaks with all the water damage you don’t need. Here are several common mistakes and a method to side-step these problems.

Mistake 1: Not getting the sub-floor right.
 
A plywood subfloor is standard. You can build a shower over a concrete floor as well. No matter what the subfloor, the floor

must be braced to take the weight of the shower. You don’t want flexing of the base. That’s a sure way to get a cracked tile floor.

Mistake 2: Not sloping the mortar base.

The shower base in built in layers. The first layer is masonry over which the liner is installed. That base should be sloped to help route all the water to the lower shower drain holes. That way the water doesn’t build up above the pan with nowhere to go. A sloped shower base is necessary for the shower to drain properly.

Mistake 3: Not using deck mud.

Deck mud is Portland cement, sand and water. The proportions must be right. If you use mortar with extra lime, the mix will be too sticky to work and may be too hard to really get as flat as it should be. Deck mud must be right.

Mistake 4: Using the wrong liner.
 
The right liner is a PVC sheet that’s actually built into the masonry floor. Some people are tempted to use no liner. Others think a cheap plastic shower bottom is a suitable base for tile. Neither is true. A waterproof liner is necessary for a leak proof shower.

Mistake 5: Not sealing the liner to the drain properly.

The actual liner forms a waterproof barrier within the shower floor. Critical is the seal of the drain to the membrane. The liner must be cut and fitted to the drain base and then glued to the base with the right adhesive. Get this right or you’ll  have leaks.

Shower pan installation using masonry is a proven way to build a shower that works for decades. However, it’s easy to make mistakes that cause premature failures. There is a way to build a shower without so many potential problems. It’s a newer technology and you don’t even use masonry at all with some models. That’s an easier way to a leak proof shower.

By Al Bullington

Bathroom Tile Decorating Ideas

Bathroom tile decorating ideas help enhance the allure of the bathroom and create amazingly beautiful results.

You could use pink tiles that have a black trim in the bathroom. Old world homes generally are well complemented by such bathrooms. This would involve a classic minimalist look, which can be offset by white linens and black and white motifs.

Alternatively you can incorporate a glamorous look by adding a chandelier to a bathroom with pink tiles having no trims. Pink tiles with brown trimming can be complemented with pink and brownish shower curtains, wooden fixtures and a few white accents.

One of the most popular bathroom tile decorating ideas is to tackle the shower tiles. You can add some attention-grabbing designs to the typical square contoured shower tiles that are of a light single color. You can etch out attractive designs on the tiles with the help of a stencil purchased from a craft store or that is hand crafted. The stenciled motifs should complement your bathroom’s interior design theme.

You can also consider replacing the existing shower tiles with ready made decorative tiles with imagery and letters. Custom decorative tiles can be obtained.

Bathroom tiles can be also decorated by painting a border for all the tiles. You can also add a few tiles here and there in the bathroom, that have a color other than the primary hue of your bathroom tiles. This will add a splash of color to an otherwise prosaic bathroom and make it interesting.

Using enamel paint is one of the most economical and effective Bathroom tile decorating ideas that helps in refurbishing your bathroom. It will help change the tile color scheme and also change the design element from something boring and expected to a new motif that will be interesting and modern.

You can also use exclusive hand painted ceramic tiles to adorn your bathroom walls. These tiles have bright hues and are fired and glazed so as to ensure that the colors do not get washed off and instead remain sealed in. These are the decorative mural tiles.

These bathroom tile decorating ideas are easy to implement and can give your bathroom a whole new look and aura.

By Syifa Naila

Black and White Bathroom Tile Fantasies

Chic and cutting edge, bathroom black and white tile has been around since the early 1900’s. Reproductions of the ever popular fad are popping up in bathrooms all across the world.

There are many patterns, and variations that make black and white tile so appealing. The most simplest of all is the checkerboard pattern. It’s an easy alteration of black/white over and over again offsetting the colors with each new row.

In the early 1900’s, a pinwheel pattern was established and is still the fad of today. This pattern, is a single black square surrounded by a white square. Over the years, the pinwheel has changed as well. Turning the black square off angle so to speak inside of the white square, giving it more of a diamond appearance.

Marbling is another fashionable trend for the bathroom. The elegance of marbled black/white tiles lends a more expensive look without a huge cost. In some cases, these marbled tiles are cracked purposefully and then placed over a dark colored grout. This hip new twist can additionally be accented with gold leaflets for a bit of sparkle, making the whole piece look rather unique and eye-catching. It is sure to be a topic of conversation whenever you have visitors over to your home.

One of the most attractive looks is the mosaic look. This can be a bit more expensive since finding tile already cut in this pattern is rare. Therefore, you will find yourself creating your own mosaic patterns. It requires smaller tiles and a whole lot of patience. You may want to design this look prior to actually doing it since it can be a little complicated laying these unique patterns of tile and you wouldn’t want to ruin the tiles you have and have to pay for new ones. Have the design drawn out on a piece of paper, then try out putting together just one pattern; if all goes well then proceed with the rest of your tiles.

For subtle looks, add a single colored tile to your black/white tiles. The color will easily stand out in the middle of the otherwise neutral color, which makes the color an eye popper and gives a unique and fresh look to your room.

A new and exciting tile is black and white tattoos. They are fun, creative ways to spice up the ever popular look. These tattoos come in many variations of flowers, hearts, paisley’s, and kaleidoscope looks.

Another nifty trick is brickwork for your bathroom tiles. The look is created with larger tile at the top of the wall and smaller rectangle ones beneath. The black and white tile can be alternated or you can have one color more than the other. Whatever your dreams are for your bathroom black and white tile, the possibilities are endless, and the only limit is your imagination. You can create modern, contemporary looks, or make it retro depending on how you want the bathroom to interact and fit-in with the rest of your home.

By Derek Farley

Buying and Choosing a Bi-Fold Shower Door Your Bathroom

There are many reasons why people choose to buy a Bi Fold Shower Door for their bathroom. Most commonly, Bi Fold Shower Doors are chosen for their space-saving benefits. When working with space limitations, a Bifold Shower is ideal as it conveniently fits into corners and small bathrooms, without the need of significant space for the door to open. Its clever in-folding door design negates the need for an open-out door space, and saves the inconvenience of resulting water drips. Others choose the option because they want an inexpensive solution for their bathroom; a Bi fold Shower is a budget, practical, stylish option and thus very popular for first home purchases, rentals, extensions and conversions.

Bifold Shower Door sizes available vary from 700, 760, 800, 900 through to 1000mm, so the amount of space the enclosure occupies can be easily customised to any sized bathroom. Bifold Shower frame colours are generally white, silver or chrome with clear glass. The variety of frame options, along with the Bi Fold Shower Door’s compact and simple design, allows the enclosure to blend into most bathroom design schemes, large or small.

Some popular suppliers of BiFold Shower Door and trays in the UK are Manhattan Showers, April Shower Doors and The London Water Closet Company (LWCC). These distributors’ products can be found in local bathroom stores across the UK or bathroom shops online.

Popular Products on the Market

Manhattan’s standard Bi Fold Shower Door is a single-folding door enclosure. The Bifold comes in a choice of four configurations: recessed, door, one side and three sided option. Various sizes range from 700 x 700 through to 1000 x 1000. The Manhattan Bi Fold Shower Door can be installed with a Duralite® tray, which has superior durability and fast draining abilities. The tray has a patented concealed waste, draining water at a speed of 24 litres per minute. The trays have a smooth tread and are also extremely easy to clean (with a handy removable hair trap).

Manhattan also offers the “Double Bifold”, which of course, is a double-folding door enclosure. Like the standard Bifold, the Double Bi Fold configuration options include; recessed, door and one side and three sided option. It comes in a choice of two sizes: 1200mm or 1400mm, with a matching 760mm, 800mm & 900mm side panels.

Both the Manhattan Bifolds come in a choice of white, silver or chrome frame and matching handle colours, all of which can be customised to the layout of the bathroom. Manhattan Shower Doors have a smooth running sliding door, which measures 1830mm high (excluding tray) and all Manhattan Shower doors also include a combination lifetime guarantee when purchased with a Manhattan Duralite® shower tray.

April Showers offers a Bifold Shower Door in its Identiti range. The Bi Fold has clear glass, which fits elegantly into almost any bathroom style. The quality and price make this one of the most competitive Bi Fold Shower Door buys on the market.

Shower Trays

There are two main types of shower tray to suit the various Bifold Shower Door enclosures: slimline and standard. The minimalist slimline is generally between 40-45mm high and the standard tray is around 100-110mm in height and made of a stone resin mix. Sometimes, it is necessary to source shower trays from the manufacturer of the shower enclosure you choose, as some require a bespoke tray.

By Lindy Holman