Corner showers made of glass: Space-saving solution for small bathrooms

Whether frameless, with a corner entry or with space-saving folding doors – the corner showers made of glass are real quick-change artists that adapt to your own living situation. No wonder they have established themselves as the optimal spatial solution for small bathrooms. There are hardly any limits to the design wishes, so that everyone can set up their own dream bathroom according to their personal preferences. We will give you an overview of the individual components and give you some tips on what to look out for when purchasing. Now nothing stands in the way of your personal oasis of well-being!

Corner showers made of glass – the right splash guard for optimal comfort

Whether as a kick of freshness in the morning or as a way to relax after a long day at work – today it is impossible to imagine modern bathrooms without the shower. The wide variety of bathroom fittings leaves nothing to be desired - so everyone can conjure up a spa atmosphere even in a limited space. The right splash guard ensures optimal comfort. The shower curtain that used to be so popular is increasingly being replaced by a translucent oneGlass shower cubiclereplaced. Important criteria when purchasing are not only the longevity of the construction, but also how easy it is to clean. It proves to be particularly practical in bathrooms with sloping ceilings and niches - the custom-made shower enclosure guarantees that the corner shower will fit into the available space with millimeter precision. Depending on your own installation situation, the glass shower cubicle can be designed with one or two doors.

The components at a glance

Precisely because the corner shower is custom-made, special attention should be paid to the quality of the individual components when purchasing. Here are the most important ones at a glance:

TheToughened safety glassFor example, the glass should have a thickness of at least 6 mm, with 8 mm being considered optimal. There are several different versions to choose from - a shower cubicle made of clear glass looks elegant and fits harmoniously into minimalist bathroom designs. Frosted glass gives the puristic bathroom the finishing touches and the colored glass printed with individual motifs instantly becomes an eye-catcher in the country house style bathroom.

DieFittings and stabilization componentsshould ideally be made of stainless steel - shower door hinges, glass connectors, stabilization bars and U-profiles for attachment to the wall or ceiling play a crucial role in the stability of the construction. They are usually visually coordinated with the door handle and can be supplied with either a matt or high-gloss surface.

TheSealing materialfor walls and floors is made exclusively of plastic, is usually transparent and can be replaced at any time if necessary. Stop, strip or magnetic seals are used as vertical shower partitions between the glass elements. The latter are usually mounted on the doors so that they can close automatically. Water-repellent profiles are installed horizontally; if necessary, additional sound insulation is possible - this ensures that water cannot escape. This floor seal is pushed onto the glass and must therefore be tailored to the glass thickness.

Diedoor handles on both sidesround off the delivery program - they are also adjusted to the glass thickness and are also made of high-quality stainless steel.

The correct dimensions are very important for problem-free assembly of the individual components. The glass area is calculated depending on whether the glass walls are mounted directly on the floor or on a shower tray. If you feel overwhelmed by the challenge, you can entrust the task to the professionals instead.