Sunday, March 23, 2014

Glass Shower Doors And Shower Ideas

By Adrian Cordy


Becoming increasingly popular bathroom fixtures are glass shower doors, which have become uniquely modern and equally sophisticated bathroom decors in recent years.

Their stylish appearance is the primary advantage of using glass shower doors. Without seeing it for yourself, it would almost be impossible to describe the sheer beauty of these bathroom fixtures.

These shower tile ideas include, in the descending order of hardness and density, granite, quartzite, marble, slate and limestone including travertine. Natural stone, as shower tile ideas, are not used in reference to steam showers, steam having the tendency to permeate into the stone more easily than liquid water that could lead to algae, mould and mildew problems. These days shower doors come in a wide variety of styles and designs. It's worth putting some thought into finding one that both suits your needs and looks great.

Frameless shower doors made from all glass are a popular style these days, they help create a more open and lighter feeling, suggesting an illusion of space. They are also easier to keep clean than traditional framed models. Shower door hardware comes in a choice of finishes, including chrome and brass, so you can match it to your faucets and bathroom cabinet handles.

Sliding shower doors are the most common type. They take up the least amount of room, and can be fitted above a bathtub where space is at a premium. Because they glide open and shut, bypass sliding doors need tracks to operate. One downside of this design is that dirt and oil can accumulate in the tracks, which can be difficult to keep clean. Another disadvantage is that because of the nature of their design, sliding doors overlap, again causing potential cleaning issues.

Ceramic is the first group of shower tile ideas that come in glazed conventional, unglazed porcelain and glazed porcelain varieties. The porcelain is considered the better choice for its density and lack of water absorption, making for easier upkeep and cleaning, although all three varieties are good shower tile ideas.




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