It’s always great to have a refreshing shower in the morning or after a long workday. Whether you came from a short jog around the park or having spent the whole day at work, it’s a nice feeling to enjoy the stream of water running through your entire body.
The shower is an essential part of a person routine, and it keeps you clean and healthy. It’s is now even more critical with the advent of a global pandemic. It is always essential to shower after going outside to wash the germs away with water and soaps.
But those who do will realize that when you shower, water will spill over the other areas of the bathroom. Which sometimes causes a bit of a mess and potential accident. A shower curtain will help prevent some of the water from going out of the shower, but usually, it might not be enough.
A sure of preventing water from spilling outside the shower will be to use shower glass screens. Unlike the shower curtain, it is more durable and can seal most of the water from the storm. It can keep the other parts of the bathroom dry and prevents accidents caused by slippery floors.
What is Shower Glass Screen?
A shower glass screen is physical barriers that are usually attached to the bathroom wall to keep water from spilling into other areas. They are barriers that prevent water from coming out or spraying outside the shower enclosure. They usually have an opening with a hinge mechanism or sliding mechanism that can open or closed for safe and convenient passage to and from the shower area.
Types of Shower Glass Screen doors
Depending on the owner’s preference and availability of space, homeowners can choose from these type of screens :
- Single Panel – this is the most common shower glass screen. It is usually frameless and made of a single glass panel with hinges. The hinges are attached to the glass panel and the wall for easy opening and closing.
- Double Panel – Similar to the single Panel, but instead have two glass panels. They can open a similar way to a shower door, but you save more space because each Panel has a shorter width.
- Folding screen – it’s made of multiple glass panel and great if the bathroom has small space. They also provide easy access, especial if you have a tub.
Australia has strict regulations on what type of glass can be safely used in shower glass screens. You are only allowed to use either a toughened safety glass or a laminated safety glass. Both materials are strong enough to withstand daily use by multiple people.
Both materials are considered very safe but take note that toughened glass needs a rounding frame or full frame. The glass should also be at least 6mm thick or higher to withstand the impact when using the shower. However, it is more recommended to use a fully framed shower glass screen for added safety. This will make sure it does not suddenly shatter with the slightest hit. If you think your shower glass is not safe, Canberra Pergolas can help replace it with a much safer glass.