Why Should You choose a Frameless Shower Enclosure?
When it comes to choosing your bathroom furniture, there’s a lot to think about. Comfort, design, style, space, accessibility. Having a wide variety of choice is a luxury when designing a new bathroom, but it can also make things difficult. When you get even further into deciding the specific details of your new bathroom, making one small decision can take hours, even days!
If you’ve found yourself reading this article, you’re probably in the market for a shower enclosure. It may have taken you a while to even arrive at this decision, and before you knew it, you were faced with the next choice of framed vs frameless.
Well, as specialists in luxury bathroom furniture, we’re here to tell you all about frameless shower enclosures and how you could benefit from one.
What is a frameless shower enclosure?
A frameless shower enclosure is a type of shower which is fitted around a tray. It will usually have a glass door/panels, but the glass itself will not be bordered by a thin metal frame, unlike traditional shower enclosures.
You may be wondering how the shower is supported without the traditional frame. Well, a special type of glass is used to build frameless shower enclosures which means it’s stronger and able to support itself.
Sevilla Elite Frameless Shower Enclosure from JT Spas
Framed vs frameless shower enclosures
Whether you choose a framed or frameless shower enclosure will depend on your preference, but there’s also the practicality to consider. Opting for framed vs frameless isn’t just a matter of design choice. Here are a few facts to help you along the way.
1. Frameless shower enclosures are considered more luxurious
Frameless doors are definitely thought of as an upgrade to a standard shower enclosure. Naturally, for this reason, they tend to be higher in price than their framed alternative. But if aesthetics is your priority, then this probably won’t be an issue.
2. Frameless shower enclosure glass is stronger
Because frameless shower enclosures don’t have the same structural support as framed enclosures, as mentioned above, the glass used goes through a heating process to make it extra strong and durable. It also requires strong attachments to ensure efficient installation.
3. People opt for frameless shower enclosures because they give the illusion of more space
Because of the smooth glass panels, frameless shower enclosures assist with making bathrooms look both bigger and brighter. This is due to the continuity of the transparent panels which allow light to bounce off them and shine through them.
4. Frameless shower enclosures are easier to clean
Because there is no frame for dirt and grime to build inside, frameless shower enclosures are much easier to keep clean. The process of cleaning them is also easier due to only having glass panels to wipe over.
5. Framed and frameless shower enclosures both need TLC
Although a frameless shower enclosure may be easier to clean, it’ll still need careful attention when cleaning, just like with a framed enclosure. Careful attention needs to be paid to any piece of furniture which is primarily glass. This is to ensure it’s cleaned to a standard which constantly promotes its key features. For example, if you leave it a few weeks in between cleaning your glass panels, their bright, spacious effect on the room will likely reduce. It’s a good idea to wipe glass shower panels down after every use to make sure you’re getting the maximum effect from them.
6. Frameless shower enclosures could increase the value of your home
Because frameless shower enclosures are so high quality and look so luxurious, some interior designers say that installing one could add value to your property and make it more desirable when it’s on the housing market.
7. Frameless showers are timeless
As frameless shower enclosures are so simplistic, yet effective, they tend to be timeless. This, combined with the fact that they’re made of incredibly strong, durable glass panels, means that you won’t need to change your shower any time soon after installation.
How do you decide between framed and frameless shower enclosures?
Whether or not you choose a framed or frameless shower enclosure will come down to personal preference. You’ll need to consider your design goals, practicality and weigh everything up against your overall budget.
Where to find the best quality frameless shower enclosures
If you’re now feeling more knowledgeable about the world of frameless shower enclosures and you’re ready to start shopping the market, why not start with JT Spas? We’re leading UK specialists in luxury bathroom furniture and we stock a huge range of high quality products including frameless shower enclosures.
Whether you’re going for a minimalistic style, or just want a shower that’s going to open up your bathroom and last for years to come, we’d love to help!