Water is always one of the biggest concerns during construction, especially when you have windows in a bath. We had a poly-vinyl coating applied factory applied to the windows to protect the wood inside the shower. There are other methods, some window companies have aluminum and vinyl sash or fiberglass options. In historic districts, a frameless tempered glass panel can be installed over the window. Thanks for your interest in our work.

This is so helpful. I want to put vinyl plantation shutters in my shower. Similar to photo below. My contractor says he needs to tile into the recessed area to protect it from moisture, but my shutter guy does not want to risk drilling holes in the tile to mount the shutters as he is afraid of cracking the tile. I have these all over my home and really wanted this look. Can you advise any way to protect the recessed area for the shutters to still be installed? The shutters are vinyl and waterproof. Thank you!!!