How to Choose the Right Shower Door Company
When renovating a bathroom, one of the first major decisions is the shower. A frameless glass shower door and enclosure gives any bathroom an updated, minimalist, clean look but can be tricky to design and install. That is why it is so important to choose the right company for the job.
Main Factors to Consider
Choosing the right door for your new bathroom renovation can be tricky. There are an array of glass products that come in many varieties. Thickness, style, pattern, clarity must all be considered as well as glass strength and durability.
The company you choose should be able to present all the options and offer you the highest quality materials and workmanship for your budget.
Should I Consider Installing a Shower Door Myself?
Installing glass doors and enclosures is a delicate job that requires experience and finesse. Yes, it is fairly simple to pick out a glass shower door at a home improvement store, but are you getting a quality product that will stand the test of time?
Even if you do find a good product, the simple fact is that installing a glass door correctly requires a skill level that most people simply do not possess.
What about Fit & Style?
A professional glass contractor with experience working on a multitude of bathroom types and styles and can guide you to make the perfect choice for your shower. Your bathroom space, shower size, style preference and budget are taken into consideration when designing the most beautiful and functional bathroom
What Questions Should I Ask?
Experience
Check out your shower door company and ensure that they have years experience designing and installing glass shower enclosures. Look at their portfolio and see if you like their design aesthetic and workmanship. Read their reviews carefully and if you feel you need more information, ask for references.
Maintenance
Have a list of questions handy how to maintain your glass shower and keep it in peak condition. What if there are concerns about leakage, broken seals, or other maintenance issues down the road? Your contractor should be able your questions thoroughly and to your satisfaction,
Timing
When is your shower door contractor able to start your job and how long will it take? Renovations of any type usually follow a strict schedule, so will your contractor be able to time his installation to fit in?
Project Cost
You should be able to get a fairly cost estimate or at least a ballpark cost right up front. This will help you decide if this contractor is the right one to fit in with your budget. Remember that high fees do not necessarily reflect the best contractor but an abnormally low fee usually indicates a lack of experience.
Materials
It is very important to ensure that all materials and products are high quality into order to translate into a longer lasting end product. Glass should of the best quality that your budget allows and the correct thickness since frameless enclosures require the extra stability. Chosen hardware should not only reflect your bathroom’s overall design but be of good quality to last.
Design
Even if you have a design in mind, ask your contractor his recommendations including the overall design, hardware and glass type. You should be presented with an array of options that you may not have thought of earlier. Glass can be ultra-clear, clear, frosted glass, opaque glass, or even tinted. Hardware comes in a variety of metals, colors and styles.
Bathroom Design Options
You may already have a good idea of what you want your new shower to look like, which is why you must choose a contractor that offers a wide range of design options, including hardware and glass type. Many homeowners choose frameless shower doors for their contemporary style and elegant design. However, there are many other bathroom style options you can choose from that will work with your personal preferences and budget.
In Conclusion
Whether you want a frameless shower door with an elegant design, a simple contemporary design for a more modern look, or an indulgent steam shower, Southington Glass offers complete shower solutions.
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.