CT Shower Door Trends for 2023
Glass shower doors have been around for 60 years. They are continuing to become more and more popular because they look great, are easy to clean, and are the best way to modernize a bathroom. But what are the growing trends in Connecticut?
History of Glass Shower Doors
In 1963, a firm in Ohio created the first shower stalls with transparent glass doors and walls using tempered glass. They were framed to add strength. Both swinging and sliding doors became options as homeowners had different tastes, room sizes, and configurations.
By 1970, the first frameless shower doors were being installed and homeowners immediately fell in love with the clean look. Taking away metal and rubber used in framed doors, the new frameless doors offered unobstructed views of beautiful tilework while giving the opportunity for easier cleaning.
It was only in the last ten to twenty years when frameless glass shower doors made their way out of more modern, contemporary homes to almost every type of home. As the shift away from all-in-one showers/bathtubs continues to decline, the increase in glass shower enclosures continues to rise.
Frameless Shower Doors
The number one trending option in shower doors is frameless. They offer a clean, minimalist look that instantly makes a bathroom look larger and updated. Because there is no metal frame to hold onto dirt, they are a breeze to clean.
The best part of a frameless shower door is how it can lighten up even the darkest bathroom. By allowing any light source to enter every corner, a formerly dark shower can now be light and bright.
Textured Glass
Textured glass is another trend that is gaining popularity. While clear glass shower doors are the norm, some popular textures for shower glass can include etched, frosted, rain, and bubble glass.
Textured glass can be used to provide a bit more privacy without completely blocking out the light or the view. They also help hide water spots and soap scum more easily than plain, clear glass .
Barn Shower Glass Doors
With the rise of interior sliding barn doors, it’s no wonder that sliding glass shower barn doors are rising in popularity, too. They open and close on a track system just like a traditional barn door. They can be clear or textured to add more privacy.
Barn shower glass doors can be a great choice for a homeowner that wants to maintain a country or rustic style bathroom while still incorporating a clean, updated look. They can be cut to fit the exact measurements of the shower space and the tracks can be installed to slide either left or right, giving flexibility to any layout.
Ready to Learn More?
For over 60 years, Southington Glass Company provides a variety of glass products to enhance your home and business. Call us at 860-628-2438, visit our website at www.southingtonglass.com, or come see us at our showroom at 416 North Main St. Southington, CT to view a quality selection and advice on shower and tub enclosures, custom glass, and mirror products, windows and more.
We will meet with you to discuss design options, explain the installation process, and go over project costs, so you can make an informed decision concerning the style, type of glass, and fixture replacement, to determine what’s right for you and your bathroom.