Semi-Frameless vs Framed Shower Enclosures, You Decide

If you’ve decided to nix you’re outdated shower curtains or are just looking to modernize your bathroom then deciding what type of enclosure you want is the first step. There are 3 enclosures you can choose from including: frameless enclosures, semi-frameless enclosures, and framed enclosures.

Frameless Enclosure

Frameless Enclosures are typically installed with the use of specifically designed hardware (clamps and hinges) which leave the edges of the glass exposed, hence the name frameless. They have either a bypass or pivot door, with the later being the most popular.

Pros:

Sleek, Modern Look
Easier to Clean
Show Off the Tile work in your shower
Makes a small space (ie. your bathroom) look bigger
Lets in natural light
Minimalistic so that it doesn’t detract from your bathroom design
Longer life span

Cons:

More expensive than framed showers
Due to heavy glass a professional must install it

Semi- Frameless Enclosure

Semi-frameless enclosures are a hybrid that is primarily a framed enclosure, while leaving some edges of the glass exposed achieving some of the effect of frameless. The only part that won’t be framed will be by the door handle and the top.

Pros:

Cost effective

Cons:

More parts for installation
Outdated look

Framed Enclosures

Framed enclosures use an aluminum frame to capture all edges of the glass, leaving no glass edge exposed.

Pros:

Budget Friendly
Effective At Keeping Water In the Shower

Cons:

Limits design options and layout because doors can only open outward
Dated look

Choose the enclosure that fits best with your bathrooms needs. After you’ve weighed the pros and cons find a trusted professional to install your new shower.

Tyler Johnson wrote:

4 Apr 3:05pm

I like the look of the frameless doors. I like having lots of natural light and that seems like a good way to add some into the shower. Also, a longer life span sounds nice so that you don't have to repair or replace it as often.

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