Top 10 Benefits of Glass Shower Doors
The shower is always the focal point of any bathroom. Besides avoiding breezy drafts or the annoying clinging of a shower curtain, glass shower doors offer an instant lift to your bathroom. Cleaner, brighter, safer, and more functional, glass doors will upgrade your bathroom and may even save you money in the long run.
1. Your bathroom will feel brighter and bigger
Bathrooms are usually the smallest room in the house and in some cases, the darkest. A glass door lets the light in and a frameless one works even better at opening up the space. If there is natural light, the glass will reflect, brightening the room even more and giving the appearance of a bigger room. A glass door will take up less room than a shower curtain as well.
2. Your bathroom will feel updated
Nothing says old fashioned more than a shower curtain. A glass shower door will instantly transform any bathroom into a modern looking room. Whether completely clear or with some pattern, both framed and frameless shower doors will update your bathroom and give it a much more modern feel.
3. Glass doors are more functional
Frameless shower doors have the unique ability to open in or out. This can be particularly useful in tight spaces or for safety concerns. Framed glass doors may only open outward but they can also can be sliding doors which can also save on space.
4. Glass doors can improve safety
Shower curtains are notorious for letting water seep out onto the floor creating a slippery safety hazard. Glass shower doors create a tight seal that keeps water where it belongs - off the floor and inside the shower.
5. Frameless glass doors are customizable to your size and design needs
When it comes to style and size, frameless glass shower doors give you options to beautifully create the perfect space. Customizable glass can be used to showcase beautiful tile walls or emphasize custom fixtures that would be hidden behind an opaque shower curtain.
6. Glass is easy to clean
Shower curtains tend to stick to the tub and invite mold and mildew to form. Glass is easy to clean with warm soapy water and is a breeze with a squeegee.
7. Glass is healthier
Besides harboring mold, some vinyl shower curtains contain PVC which contain chemical that are dangerous for your health. They have the capability of causing damage to the central nervous system, kidneys, and also lead to nausea and headaches.
Even liners that do not contain PVC often use ethylene vinyl acetate which can be dangerous to the environment. While hemp and other natural fabrics are the healthiest liners, they retain water easily and can drip more readily.
8. There are no recurring expenses
Yes, a shower curtain is initially less expensive than glass doors, however, curtains and liners must be replaced on a regular basis. Glass doors also keep water in the shower where it belong so there is less of a chance of floor damage.
9. Glass shower doors are resilient
Glass shower doors may look like they will break but they are made from strong tempered glass.
10. Glass doors can increase the value of your home
Because the bathroom will look cleaner, brighter, larger and more modern, it may increase the resale value of your home.
See Why Southington Glass is your Glass Shower Door Expert
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.