From Bi-Fold to Frameless: Exploring Different Shower Door Styles

Let's face it, the bathroom is a daily essential in any home. It's a space that should reflect your personality and provide comfort. Choosing the perfect shower door can enhance the overall design, ambiance, and coziness of your bathroom. With our expertise in shower glass and installation, we aim to provide a comprehensive guide to assist you in crafting the ideal atmosphere for your bathroom and shower. Whether it’s a custom frameless shower or all glass shower, we’ve got you covered!

Different Shower Door Style

1. Frameless Door
   Frameless shower doors add a touch of sophistication and sleekness to your space. Whether you have ornate tile work you want to showcase or prefer a minimalist and spacious shower aesthetic, opting for frameless shower doors could be the perfect solution. In compact bathrooms, frameless shower doors can also be a great choice, making the room appear more open.

2. Pivot Door
   Pivot doors offer a full 180-degree swing, providing convenient push and pull access when entering or exiting your shower. Their contemporary and refined appearance adds a stylish touch to your bathroom decor. Ideal for spacious bathrooms, these doors contribute to an upscale ambiance and seamless functionality

3. Hinge Door
   Similar to a pivot door, but usually only opens one way with a 90-degree swing, these shower doors can add elegance without breaking the bank. Compared to pivot doors, hinge doors can be the more affordable option

4. Bi-Fold Doors
   Bi-fold doors are an excellent choice for compact bathrooms. Similar to hinge doors, bi-fold shower doors are connected to a second piece of glass via a hinge. Together, these panels form a unified shower enclosure, with one panel swinging open at a 90-degree angle to allow entry and exit from the shower, while the other panel remains connected to the wall.

5. Neo-Angled Doors
   Are you working with a corner shower? If so, this door is the perfect solution for you. This style of door intersects the 90-degree angle that is formed by a corner shower, comprising two side panels and a flat front panel for exit and entry, forming a diamond-shape showering area. Neo-angle doors save on space and eliminate those awkward corners of a corner shower, creating a custom glass shower enclosure that fits your space.

6. Sliding doors
   Operating on a track system, these doors are usually comprised of  two pieces of glass that can slide back and forth creating openings for exit and entry to your tub and shower. Sliding doors maximize space efficiency as they don’t need additional room to swing open or closed. While most sliding doors feature metal tracks to guide them, a custom sliding shower door is also an option.
   

Glass Options

The type of glass you choose for your shower door can completely change the ambiance of your bathroom. There are a few different options for you to decide from:

1. Clear Glass 
   Clear glass is classy, traditional, and beautiful. It can give the illusion of a bathroom being more expansive and open, while also adding a chic and stylized touch. However, with clear glass comes the responsibility of cleaning with everyday use of your shower. Nothing a shower squeegee can’t handle.

2. Frosted Glass
   For those desiring a touch more privacy, frosted glass remains a sophisticated choice, offering added seclusion for a peaceful shower experience. While still allowing light from the outside, frosted glass demands slightly less maintenance, as it conceals watermarks and streaks more effectively.

Now that you've gained insight into the diverse array of shower door options, now all you have to do is take the time to select the styles that fit your preferences and requirements. If you’re in the Puget Sound area, Sound Glass would love to help. Our team is dedicated to assisting you every step of the way, ensuring that your bathroom undergoes a remarkable transformation into a haven of beauty and comfort that you'll relish using each day!