Quick Facts on Shower Cubicle Shapes and Doors You should Know before Buying

Quick Facts on Shower Cubicle Shapes and Doors You should Know before Buying

Choosing the right shower cubicle shape and the kind of door you want is not always easy; a lot of it depends on available space and other considerations, as well as personal choice. Unless you are starting from scratch (installing a new bathroom) or are willing to make many adjustments (renovating a traditional bathroom), a lot of the limitations you are faced with will be due to the existing d?cor. So how do you choose the right shower cubicle for you and your family? What factors should you consider, and what weights should you assign to those factors? Here are some quick facts on shower cubicle shapes and doors you should know before buying.

The various shapes

Here are the most common types of shapes for shower cubicles you will find on the market:

  • Rectangles and squares ? they are the most common, and tend to provide you with the most space for bathing. They have clean edges, and the square one tends to fit into most bathrooms in a very convenient and space-saving way.
  • Curved ? they are modern and they cannot be ignored; in fact, they become the centre-piece of the bathroom. They also leave more space outside of the enclosure without compromising bathing space.
  • The neo-angle ? mostly used for corners, and usually with a hinged door. Perfect for smaller spaces.

The various doors

Knowing your doors is important, as each kind of door gives you different alternatives. Here are the most common:

  • The sliding door ? this one is a real space saver, as it does not require any free space for the door to open or close. Make sure you look for full panel strength to ensure the enclosure is water-tight.
  • The pivot door ? they are swing doors and open and close easily; most suitable for small spaces in which a sliding door won?t fit.
  • The hinged door ? most often used with neo-angle enclosures. As with the pivot door, you need to check for sealants to ensure your enclosure will not leak water onto the surrounding area.

For the most part, the decision should first of all be based on the amount of space you have available, and the shape of the bathroom. Those two issues, together with the existing plumbing and electrical network, will guide you in the right direction. If you still have many options available after considering the practical issues, then it becomes a matter of personal choice ? the design of the bathroom and the personal aesthetic preferences of the family members will then dictate which model fits best in your bathroom. Take your time, and ask the supplier many questions ? it's an important investment, after all.