Glass Shower Panel

13 years ago

Do partial glass panels like this one really prevent water from spraying out of your shower? Does it need to be a rain shower?

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Beautiful Space Co

13 years ago

Hi Leah,

Im from across the pond and these are very common there, and If theyre a decent width they work rather well actually. On my projects here in the US I dont spec the size any less than 36" wide, and even that will allow some water on the floor. (Lots more if you dance in the shower ;) I also hinge them, so you can turn on the shower without getting soaked (assuming we cant move the valve to the other end) and which also makes cleaning easier

Steve

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13 years ago
I've always wondered about that myself. Maybe I'm just a sloppy shower person but whenever I've used a shower with that half glass, I get water all over the place.
charleee
13 years ago
Say what you like about glass shower doors, I love my shower curtain and hate my husbands shower door. When the shower curtain gets dirty I just throw it in the laundry. Can't do that with a glass door.

But Leah, I agree with you, I cannot see how half a door could possibly contain all the water AND the soap! And also, what's the point? It looks awkward to me, like you couldn't fit or afford a full door.
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Le Java Woodwork
13 years ago
it helps since splashes and retaining water will flow back down into the tub....normally it would flow outside....but for long term, the sealant will get black fungus on it. so....not a good idea for practicality. But if going in that direction, please use tempered glass min. 12mm.
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User
13 years ago
Ya know, I've seen these all over Europe so someone form across the pond may have more insight. And sorry for all those wet bathroom floors I left behind.
charleee
13 years ago
PH, funny!