The opulence and convenience that comes with installing a shower cubicle is undeniable; it immediately upgrades your entire bathroom’s appearance. However, shower enclosure installation is not an easy task. Messing up the installation can cost you dearly, while diminishing its functionality and beauty.
The most effective way to avoid exorbitant replacements or repairs is through correct research as well as proper planning.
Here are 7 tips that will help you with the installation of shower cubicles to ensure it is both alluring and functional.
High-end shower enclosures generally feature caulk joints and vinyl seals, which are vulnerable to the force of water droplets. When water rushes against these areas, it leads to leakage and a wet floor.
Therefore, it is recommended that you install the body spray and shower head in a direction that either faces the secured glass panels or the tiled walls to prevent water from reaching the gaps or the caulk joints.
The process of shower enclosure installation starts with grand ideas, but you have to be reasonable when considering how much space you can actually dedicate to this addition to your bathroom.
Find out what type of enclosure you want - do you want a sliding glass door for your shower or a simple corner shower? Can you accommodate any of these ideas in your bathroom design? The answer to these questions is the key to successfully enhancing your bathroom decor.
Homeowners tend to add a glass piece alongside a tiled/glass wall, which can be a grave mistake. This allows water to flow between the wall and the shower door, leading to the growth of mildew and mould in small spaces that take a long time to dry.
The best solution to make shower cubicles cleanable is to opt for a professional consultation before you set out to install the shower door. These experts inspect and suggest modifications that can help in eliminating such issues.
You must have different design ideas ready to the last detail before you begin the installation process. Have your design sorted out in your mind before you step into the actual installation process, as it will help you avoid unnecessary expenditures if it does not appeal to your taste.
Make sure that the curb is not levelled, and does not slope towards the bathroom floor. This will lead to three things - growth of mould/mildew, an increased chance of falling and bathroom floor leakage (and eventually damage).
Only a professional understands the significance of the slope and pitch of the curb, which is why even if the curb is wrongly sloped, you should call in experts for damage control.
Clear glass doors are extremely low-maintenance and highly preferred due to their smooth surfaces.
Frosted glass, framed showers, and cast glass are among the high-maintenance glass doors. You must consider budget, style and maintenance factors when shopping for glass shower doors.
Upgrading your shower door or undertaking a shower enclosure installation is not something that you can take up as a DIY project. Also, if you are looking for a custom shower cubicle with design specifications, hiring glass experts is the way to go.
Although choosing custom glass shower doors can elevate your bathroom design, attempting this project without expert assistance may lead to wasted time and money. Several aspects of shower enclosure installation require the expertise of a professional.