Select a Top Quality Shower Screen
If you have every looked at shower screens or shower bath screens you will know that there are a multitude of choices. From expensive toughened glass bath screens through to low-price, low quality flimsy plastic screens. So how do you find the best screen for your bathroom?
At the cheaper end of the scale you will find shower screens and shower bath screens that are made with visual appeal in mind. While they may look good they are often manufacured from cheap materials and components. Cheap shower screens often have flimsy frames that don’t last and they may leak.
At the expensive end of the scale you will find screens that use top quality, toughened glass with high quality, corrosion resistant metal frames that can be adjusted to fit a variety of baths and showers.
Be certain to check what will fit your bath or shower. You may find that your choices are limited. If possible I recommend that you visit a showroom where you can see a range of bathroom suites and screens displayed. Test them all and be certain that you are happy with the way they open, the quality of the finish and the components and materials used.
I always strongly recommend toughened glass screens over plastic. Plastic can quickly become scratched and dull whereas glass wil stay good for many years.
You should ensure that toughened glass is used. But don’t be swayed by the thickness of the glass. The important factor is that the glass is toughened and certified for use in the bathroom. Thick glass shower screens can cost a lot more but they are also much heavier and more difficult to install.
As a rule I would avoid the cheaper end of the scale as these will often be a false economy, requiring replacement in only a few short years. Spend a little more money and get yourself a shower screen that will last.
