If you’re looking to breathe new life into your bathroom, one of the easiest places to start is with a new bathroom shower screen. These practical additions to the bathroom can also be an excellent aesthetic accentuation and they also help keep your bathroom clean. There are lots of different options to choose from though and finding the right shower screen for your needs and tastes can be tricky. To help you find the perfect one for you, this article is going to provide some tips for choosing your bathroom shower screen.
Think About Your Budget
Bathroom shower screens come in a wide variety of styles, shapes, colours and prices, so a good place to start is by considering your budget. What you want to spend on a shower screen is a great way to filter out options that are too expensive, so think about what you’re wanting to pay for your new bathroom shower screen.
It’s worth noting that due to the extensive range of shower screens available, you’ll still have a lot of choices when it comes to styles such as frameless, semi-frameless or framed designs. For smaller budgets, though, we recommend looking into framed screens as they are excellent value for money.
Factor In The Space Available In Your Bathroom
One of the biggest constraints for a shower screen is the size of the bathroom it’s going to be installed in. Make sure you have a good idea of the dimensions of your bathroom by taking accurate measurements of the shower area and the surrounding area. For smaller spaces, we’d recommend looking at frameless shower screens. They don’t have any attachments and are a simple installation, allowing for a snug fit into even the smallest of shower spaces. It might also be a good idea to consider a clear glass screen to give the sense of more space in the bathroom.
If you’re dealing with a larger bathroom area, then you have a few more options. Frameless, semi-frameless or even framed shower screens work well here. You can opt for a nice textured or frosted glass to add an aesthetic flair to the bathroom, as you don’t have to worry about creating a sense of additional space.
Another thing to note is the shape of the shower screen. For smaller areas, consider a sliding door to make full use of the available space. If you have a larger bathroom, you might also want to consider a hinged door or pivoted screen for a more unique look.
Consider The Quality Of The Glass
One of the most defining features of a bathroom shower screen is the type of glass used in its design. Higher quality glass lasts for longer, looks better and is a safer option. We mostly use toughened glass, however, some people opt for laminated glass. Alpha Screens can discuss what is the best option for your circumstance.
You don’t have to pay too much for high-quality glass shower screens these days, thankfully. We only install glass that adheres to Australian safety standards, such as the AS2208 code. These glass screens can withstand a lot of wear and tear without cracking or breaking, ensuring a safer bathroom.
Look For Easy Maintenance
Shower screens can be a laborious chore to maintain if you choose the wrong one for your bathroom. Try to find a bathroom shower screen that is easily accessible and easy to clean, rather than one that requires acrobatics to wipe down. We suggest choosing clear glass if you’re looking for an easy option in terms of maintenance and cleaning. Frameless screens also tend to be easier to maintain because they don’t accumulate much grime in small areas of fixtures, unlike framed ones.
If you’re still unsure about what bathroom shower screen is best for you, give our team of experts at Alpha Screens a call today at (07) 5493 9875. We’d be more than happy to help you find the perfect bathroom shower screen for your needs.