Glass Shower Screens Installation in London
So you’ve finally upgraded the old’ enamel tub to a swish walk in shower. Only problem now is you’re getting drenched in water splashing all over the place. Well don’t worry my friend! Installing glass shower screens is the best way to keep things contained while still admiring those metro tiles. Glazing Works London is here to walk you through the different doors on the market so you can pick the perfect solution to match your space...and budget!
Types of Glass Shower Screens
When choosing shower enclosures, you’ve got two major options:
- Frameless Glass Showers – A minimalist look with clear tempered glass panels affixed with narrow brackets or fittings. Gives an airy, luxurious aesthetic. Customisable size and positioning. No metal edges or grooves makes keeping clean easy-peasy. Installation demands utter precision however so labour costs tend to run higher.
- Framed Glass Showers – The glass infill panels sit snugly inside wider aluminium frames using rubber seals to prevent leakage. Still maintains transparency but bulkier support framework reduces spaciousness slightly. The frames come in different colours and finishes from shiny silver through to warmer brass. Installation is moderately cheaper as the main structure bears the screens’ weight.
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Within both designs you’ve then got configuration preferences:
Sliding Doors – Two or more glass panels overlap and glide along aluminium tracks at top and bottom. Rollers allow effortless opening and closing access. Low maintenance and operation cost.
Hinged Doors – Like wardrobes, these have glass set in pivots so they swing open outwards and fold back. Convenient for tight spaces as only require room equating door width. Self-closing options available.
Bi-Fold Doors – Panes split and meticulously fold into each other concertina style. Save massively on space as entire opening is accessible. Fiddly with multiple pivot points however.
Pentagon and Quad Enclosures – Angled panels that connect together for unusual shaped areas. Greater sense of roominess. Useful for limiting walk-in door size when space constraints behind. Labour intensive installation.
Walk ins need to think about usage habits to identify which works best. Sliders suit families as keep water spray at bay when entering and exiting. Hinged single doors allow quick access reaching toiletries. Studios short on footprint get most joy from bi-folds. Talk options through with your glazing supplier early doors!
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Getting Your Sizing Right
Here’s where Glazing Works London first bit of professional advice comes in. Having correctly measured screens is fundamental to trouble-free installation and operation. Too small and they’ll droop out of alignment causing leaks or jamming issues. Too big and you’ll have silicone sealant oozing all-round the edges!
When looking at frameless systems in particular, going bespoke versus off-the-shelf is important. Standard sizes only come in set dimensions which likely won’t align perfectly. Having made-to-measure however means our glaziers can produce shower screens to within 1-2mm tolerance of your unique bathroom’s parameters.
Using laser guided tools, we’ll assess the nitty-gritty details like obsessively plumb walls, floor undulations and niche radii. Our installation team will then ensure the glass infills sit seamlessly into openings without needing unsightly packing materials. Get this stage right and you’ll have everyone thinking your frameless beauty was conjured out of thin air!
Choosing the Right Glass Shower Screen Installation
Now this bit seems obvious but you’d be astonished how many clients just go ‘clear glass please!’ without considering options. Glazing Works London offers two grades of glass for shower screens:
- Standard Clear Float Glass – comprised of sand ingredients like silica melted and flattened into transparent panels around 5mm thick. Most cost effective choice but low on durability. Too thin to withstand solid knocks before cracking.
- Tempered Safety Glass - float glass reheated until “pre-stressed” then rapidly cooled making the outer surface 4-5 times stronger. Withstands considerable force and if broken, shatters safely into tiny blunt chunks rather than jagged shards. Building code mandates this for large expanses. Available from 6mm to 10mm density.
Tempered safety glass adds roughly 15% to the overall screen price but offers invaluable peace of mind. Having your beloved toddler or clumsy partner come crashing drunkenly through the shower door is no laughing matter! Pay extra for the toughened stuff to avoid a midnight trip to A&E for stitches. You’ll thank Glazing Works London for insisting later trust us!
Glass Shower Screen Installation Factors to Think On
Alright, you’ve digested the design variations and glass choices on offer. Next big consideration is how blooming' complicated the installation itself might be. Here’s elements that can impact complexity:
Enclosure Shape – Straight runs are most straightforward. Irregular plans with angles or curves add hours to the job.
Access – Getting glass panels through narrow halls and doors slows the lads down. Hoisting over balconies/scaffolding brings health and safety rigmarole too.
Wall Type – Tiling into robust brickwork is easy as pie. Plasterboard brings extra legwork securely fastening mounting plates.
Pre-Prep – Glazing Works London handle any demolition of old fixtures and making good afterwards.
Future Alterations – Entry points for pipework changes down the line need planning up top.
Scope of Work – Combining shower installation with bathroom builds has major scheduling knock-on effects.
Have a think if any of those scenarios apply then check in with our design team. We’ll talk through options, provide indicative schedules and update quotes accordingly.
Why Choose us for Glass Shower Screen Installation?
If you’re looking for exceptional glass showers backed by expert local craftsmanship, then we're the Gov'nor's choice! Just have a look at what makes Glazing Works London the business:
- 15+ Years Trading – almost as long as Barry Manilow’s lasted!
- Fully Compliant Operator – all the credentials from Gas Safe to PASMA
- £5 Million Public Liability Insurance – full age appropriate cover for total assurance
- 100% Customer Satisfaction Policy – we simply don’t cash cheques until you’re absolutely chuffed!
- Online Payment Facility – Gives real time transparency from deposit to completion
- Dedicated Project Manager – one point of contact from design through to snagging
- Long Warranties on All Workmanship – have confidence things won’t fall apart after a few months!
- Top Builder & Homeowner Referrals – countless happy clients giving us rave reviews
- Competitively Priced – quality performing products without outrageous mark-ups
For obligation-free home visits calling our Glazing Works London, Glass Shower Screen Installation in London today on 020 8050 7046.
Let our design team spec the perfect glass shower enclosure to prevent any future tsunamis soaking that new wallpaper! Keep browsing our photo gallery online for heaps more inspiration.!