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Frameless or frameless shower enclosure with header?

4 years ago

I am torn.....I like the frameless shower enclosure look, not fond of metal framing but I have been told that the stationary panel with the floating corner will be "wobbly" and if I don't get a header I will be unhappy with the movement of this panel. Any feedback ? Thanks

Comments (15)

  • PRO
    4 years ago

    We need pics of what you are talking about and also of your space .

  • 4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago





    2 pic of actual space---its not a big bathroom

    Below is pretty much what door I am considering. Opening is 58" swing door 30", fixed panel 28", door height 75-76", clamps on fixed panel. Do I need a header to support the floating corner on 3/8" glass? Do you have a better idea? what are pros and cons with and without header?



  • 4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    That looks like the shower door I have exceptr the division between the two pieces is more like 60 (door side) to 40 percent. (Yours seems more like 50/50.) I like it because there is little I have to wipe down. It is stable, no swings or other shifts.

    Carolyn Rees thanked Aphaea
  • 4 years ago

    How are you installing the fixed panel? Maybe a 1/2" fixed panel with a 3/8" door.

  • 4 years ago

    What about a single glass panel and no door? It is so nice to walk in and out the shower and not have to open a door and so much easier to clean. We had the same dilemna and choose to omit the door and keep it frameless. Our glass supplier was excellent and discussed all the options with us. It was also the cheapest option, but was not the deciding factor

  • 4 years ago

    I am also doing a fixed panel
    Only concern is to reach in to turn dual shower head… but i think if its turned to the wall it should be ok

  • 4 years ago

    millworkman.....fixed panel with brackets...glass company suggested 1/2" but says it really isn't necessary. It is a home builder that is warning me that no header will be a problem with a "wobbly" fixed panel floating corner


  • 4 years ago

    clementine119.....I would have to walk in front of the toilet to get in....and I would be afraid of floor getting wet. if you look at my 2nd pic you can see the toilet

  • 4 years ago

    Aphaea.....door is 30" fixed panel is 28"

  • 4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    I read that the door is 30" and the fixed panel is 28", but most toilets I've seen are about 30" from front to back. Perhaps your toilet is not that deep, but if it is, you may have to have a 28" door and 30" fixed panel that runs the length of the toilet (unless you get a round bowl or pay a fortune for a specialized, shorter toilet).

  • 4 years ago

    You say your opening is 68” but your panels are 30” and 28”? Is your opening 58”? I had a 54” opening and had no wiggle. My new bathroom has a sliding door because of the setup and I actually like it better than my swing door. There’s no header or track and makes it easier to access valves.

    Carolyn Rees thanked Gerry
  • 4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    Karen....the toilet doesn't interfere with door being on right side of shower. My question is about supporting the floating corner with header or not. clementine ws suggesting no door which would require walking in front of toilet.....totally different than what I am doing


  • 4 years ago

    Gerry....typo......opening is 58. No header or track on sliding door?

  • 4 years ago

    Well I guess technically it’s a header bar but not like the old framed glass. More like a barn door.

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