Many older homes in the Indianapolis, IN area have those old types of bathtub and shower combinations that were very popular for large-scale home developers to quickly install in a bathroom. Today, with all the options in tubs, showers and shower door replacements it is time to get rid of the old and bring in something new.
With a new design to the bathroom, a home can look completely new. This is true even if you want to keep the same shower base, stall or even the tub option and just upgrade to new shower door replacements.
Options to Consider
A very popular option in the new styles of shower door replacements are the swinging doors. These are doors that open outwards like any door in your home, allowing you to step into the shower and close the door behind you.
For a corner shower or a full sized shower, these swinging doors provide a modern yet classic look. There are framed, semi-framed and frameless options and the type of door will be dependent on the style of the shower and also the desired look.
A frameless shower door is very modern looking with no visible signs of a frame. This is typically used when two or more sides of the shower itself are glass. When closed, these shower door replacements extend the glass without the interruption of a frame on the handle side or across the top of the door.
Semi-frameless or partially frameless shower doors just have a small door frame area, often in stainless or even a brass or gold color. These can be used on standard square or rectangular shower bases as well as with corner showers or with the customized showers that may have different types of angles and shapes.
Framed shower door replacements have a more substantial frame, but they are carefully designed to match the appearance and style of the shower itself. There are many different frame finishes including bright or polished metals as well as matte finishes to coordinate with any bathroom style.
New Designs and Layouts
One of the most important things to consider before choosing shower door replacements is to stop and think about the changes you may want to make in the layout of the bathroom. Adding a step-up bathtub and a corner shower unit is a very simple way to complete an upgrade that adds that look of a spa-like room to any bathroom.
Once you have your bathroom design in mind, you can then start to look for shower door replacements. Be sure to work with a professional installer to have the best combination of design, installation and craftsmanship.
