Choosing the Right Shower Screen for Your Bathroom
A shower screen can completely transform the look and feel of your bathroom. Whether you’re renovating an existing space, building a new home or simply replacing an outdated shower screen, choosing the right design can make a big difference to both the style and functionality of your bathroom.
At Coast Wide Glass, we supply and install custom shower screens across the Sunshine Coast, offering a range of styles, finishes and configurations to suit different bathrooms, budgets and personal styles.
Fully frameless Manhattan sliding shower screen
Why Choose a Glass Shower Screen?
Glass shower screens are a popular choice for modern bathrooms because they offer a clean, timeless look while helping to make the space feel more open.
Unlike traditional shower curtains, glass screens create a sleek and permanent finish that complements your bathroom tiles, fixtures and overall design. They’re also easy to clean and can be customised to suit the layout and dimensions of your bathroom.
Whether you’re after something minimal and contemporary or a more traditional framed design, there are plenty of options to choose from.
Popular Shower Screen Styles
Frameless Shower Screens
Frameless shower screens are one of the most popular choices for modern bathroom renovations.
With minimal visible hardware and clean glass panels, a frameless screen creates an open, seamless appearance. The unobstructed glass can also help smaller bathrooms feel more spacious while allowing your tiles and other bathroom features to remain the focus.
They’re a great option if you’re looking for a sophisticated, contemporary finish with minimal visual clutter.
Choose from a sleek doorless, frameless fixed-panel shower screen or a fully frameless design with a swing door.
Frameless shower screen
Sleek - minimalistic - elevated
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Manhattan Frameless Sliding Shower Screens
If your bathroom has limited space or a hinged door isn't practical, a sliding shower screen can be an excellent solution.
The Manhattan frameless sliding shower screen combines the clean appearance of frameless glass with a practical sliding door configuration. It provides easy access while making the most of the available space.
At Coast Wide Glass, our Manhattan sliding screens feature premium 316-grade stainless steel hardware, providing durability and excellent corrosion resistance for Australian conditions.
Manhattan frameless sliding shower screen
Timeless - functional - modern
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Semi-Frameless Evolution Shower Screens
Semi-frameless shower screens offer a balance between the sleek appearance of frameless glass and the structure of a framed screen.
The Evolution semi-frameless shower screens offer the sleek, modern look of frameless screens while incorporating slightly more framing. They’re a more cost-effective option, using 6mm toughened glass instead of the 10mm glass typically used for fully frameless screens.
Semi-frameless Evolution shower screens
Contemporary - versatile - economical
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Semi-Framed Optima Shower Screens
For homeowners looking for a practical and versatile option, semi-framed shower screens can offer excellent value.
The Optima Semi-Frameless maintains a clean, modern look while featuring slightly more framing than a standard semi-frameless shower screen. Its overlapping door design and magnetic latching handle stile also provide a more water-tight enclosure, helping to minimise water escaping from the shower area.
Semi-framed Optima shower screen
Traditional - practical - cost-effective
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Fully framed Phoenix shower screen
The Phoenix Fully Framed shower screen is a practical, budget-friendly option that offers excellent water protection. With a fully framed design and a range of seal-less options, it provides a more water-tight enclosure while also offering configuration options with minimal or no bottom seals for easier wheelchair access.
Fully framed Phoenix shower screen
Budget-friendly - accessible - water resistant
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How Do You Choose the Right Shower Screen?
There are a few things to consider when choosing a shower screen for your bathroom.
1. Consider the size of your bathroom
The size and layout of your bathroom will influence which shower screen configuration works best. Sliding doors can be particularly useful in bathrooms where space is limited, while hinged doors may be suitable where there is plenty of room for the door to open.
2. Think about your bathroom style
Your shower screen should complement the rest of your bathroom. Frameless screens work beautifully with contemporary and minimalist designs, while semi-framed options can suit a wider range of styles.
3. Consider how the bathroom will be used
Functionality is just as important as appearance. Think about how the shower door will open, where the screen will sit and how much access you'll need when using the shower.
4. Choose quality materials and hardware
A shower screen is exposed to water, humidity and daily use, so quality materials and hardware are important. Choosing a professional glazier ensures your screen is measured, supplied and installed correctly.
What about glass type?
There are several glass options to choose from when designing your shower screen, each offering a different look, level of privacy and feel. If you’re after something a little more interesting than clear glass, here are some obscure glass options you might love:
Narrow Reed, also known as fluted glass, is a popular choice for its sleek and contemporary appearance. The ribbed texture provides an added level of privacy while creating a stylish feature within your bathroom. Suitable for fully frameless, semi-frameless and fully framed.
Acid Etch, also known as frosted glass, is another great option for those wanting increased privacy. Its soft, opaque finish creates a clean and understated look and can be a practical choice for everyday bathrooms. Suitable for fully frameless, semi-frameless and fully framed.
Spotswood is a fantastic option if you're looking for an obscure glass with a little more character. The textured spots throughout the glass create a natural, tactile feel while allowing light to pass through and creating a subtle sparkling effect. Suitable for semi-frameless and fully framed.
Custom Shower Screens for Sunshine Coast Homes
Every bathroom is different, which is why custom shower screens can be a great option for renovations and new builds.
At Coast Wide Glass, we work with homeowners, builders and renovators to find a shower screen solution that suits the space. From frameless and sliding designs through to semi-frameless and semi-framed options, we can help you choose a configuration that balances style, functionality and budget.
Our experienced team provides professional installation with a focus on quality workmanship and attention to detail. Coast Wide Glass is also QBCC qualified, with projects completed in accordance with Australian standards.
Replacing an Existing Shower Screen?
If your existing shower screen is looking tired, difficult to operate or has damaged hardware, replacement isn't always the only option.
Coast Wide Glass also provides shower screen repairs and maintenance, including repairs to sagging doors, misaligned screens and faulty hinges and hardware. In some cases, a repair can help extend the life of your existing shower screen without requiring a complete replacement.
Upgrade Your Bathroom with Coast Wide Glass
A new shower screen is one of those small bathroom upgrades that can make a surprisingly big difference. With the right design, you can create a bathroom that feels more spacious, looks more modern and works better for your everyday needs.
If you're looking for custom shower screens on the Sunshine Coast, Coast Wide Glass can help you find the right solution for your bathroom.
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