Shower Glass Doors - Many Different Types And Models

There are many interesting types of shower glass doors available these days that Kohler and other manufacturers have developed and designers have taken inspiration from.

They have mostly got their inspiration from architecture and water.Individual creativity has made it possible to develop some amazing custom shower glass doors from different glass types that can completely transform your shower and the look of your bathroom.

Here is a quick look at what types of glass is used in custom shower glass doors today.

#1.Clear glass
This is the cheapest type of glass that can be used for shower doors.It does not add any special effect but still looks great.

#2.Bubble Glass
This type of glass has millions of small and bigger bubbles that gives you a feeling of being under water.

#3.Aquatex Glass
Is a glass design that is heavily patterned and looks obscure.

#4.Rain Glass
It realistically looks like rain as it runs down a window pane.It makes the shower feel like a rain forest and is truly a unique touch to any shower.

#5.Tinted Glass
You can add color to a glass by adding certain agents to it.Custom glass shower doors can be tinted gray, bronze or any other metallic color which will give a really dramatic and special look to the doors.

#6.Reed Glass
This is a molded type glass with embossed vertical reeds that adds a classic touch and helps with privacy.

#7.Antique Glass
This type of glass varies in thickness and this gives it the appearance as if the glass would have moved and flowed over a longer time period.

#8.Etched Glass
Shower glass doors can also be ordered with custom embossed patterns or etched designs. The pattern or design can be incorporated to the doors when ordered and there is no limit to what type of design or pattern that can be incorporated.

#9.Mitered Glass
This type of glass is really an upgraded option for any type of shower glass door, and offers a steam-proof and water-tight shower enclosure.

Custom shower glass doors look really great because glass adds both elegance and class to the bathroom, especially when the shower doors are clean.There are a few ways to clean the shower doors in a way that they maintain their shine and sparkle.

Perhaps the best product for cleaning glass shower doors is "Comet Bathroom Cleanser" because it is a non-abrasive spray liquid.This is extremely important for the metal, glass and vinyl components in the shower doors.All you need to do is spray and then wipe it off.

It is important to give the spray time to work and not wipe it off immediately after applying it.Let the product set for a while and scrub with a non-abrasive sponge or cloth.This ensures the soap scum that builds up heavily comes off.You can reduce the soap scum buildup by switching to a liquid soap instead of bar soap that contains talc.Talc is the reason there is a lot of soap scum.

You can also squeegee the shower doors after showering, this helps in keeping them clean. Squeeging removes excess moisture from the shower and avoids water spots from building. Water spots are very hard if not impossible to remove.

Be sure to use a squeegee made of plastic instead of one made of metal which can easily damage the shower and the doors.For best results, it is recommended to clean the shower glass doors once per week because this will reduce the need for any heavy scrubbing and cleaning.

In order to keep your custom shower glass doors looking as good as new, be sure to clean them properly from the beginning by using only cleaning products that are meant for this type of cleaning.

People often choose shower curtains because they are a lot cheaper than shower glass doors, but the truth is that a proper shower door will outlast curtains many times over.

Shower doors not only enhance the shower experience they also increase the stability of the shower.It is a great investment and there are lots of great options available to suit your needs.As a bonus, if you remodel your bathroom and install shower glass doors, you can expect to earn the investment back many times over if you are selling your home in the future.

There are two major categories of glass shower doors on the market, frameless and framed. The classification is simply determined by how much aluminum framing there is around the glass paneling.Frameless doors are streamline but framed doors add a dramatic touch to the shower.

The most important part when choosing glass for a frameless shower door is the glass itself, because the glass is the focal point.A thicker glass adds a much better appearance and stability than a thinner one.The glass sizes are typically 1/2", 1/4" and 3/8".As I mentioned above, there are lots of different glass types to choose from that enables you to remodel your bathroom pretty much as you like.

There are many different manufacturers for shower glass doors, like Kohler for instance that make high quality products.Last time I checked there were over 40 different colors and finishes available in both polished and antique brass, chrome, gold and nickel.You can also choose from anodized finishes in nickel, silver and gold.

You can also choose from many different paint finishes in designer colors that will make sure to fit your decór or color scheme.There were just a few simple tips why you should invest in proper shower glass doors instead of cheap shower curtains that you need to replace once in a while.