Bathroom screen sliding glass

Glass screen in the bathroom is a good replacement for conventional curtains. On the plus side, it's much easier to clean and looks incredibly attractive. Therefore, many refuse simple polyethylene curtains and choose stylish and hygienic partitions. You can purchase ready-made partitions or mount them on your own.

Benefits of a screen in the bathroom

Rigid bathroom screens have several advantages:

• Durability. You can install the structure once and use it for many years. If you carefully close all the connections, then the water will not seep anywhere, which means that there will be no environment for the development of the fungus. On curtains fungus and mold multiply faster. In addition, the curtains are often torn, and the crossbar on which they are held may fall.

• Aesthetics. A matte or transparent partition looks much more expensive and attractive than curtains with bright patterns from manufacturers. A glass screen will perfectly fit into a bathroom decorated in the style of constructivism or minimalism.
• Practicality. Water drops do not splash all over the bathroom, the screen completely encloses the bath. This design is easy to wash - after each use it is enough to simply wipe it dry with a cloth. The panels can be coated with a special coating that repels water, then cleaning will become even easier.
• Convenience. Some models move towards the wall and do not interfere with access to the bath. Sliding sash designs are also very convenient.
• Space zoning. If you have combined bathroom, you can put a matte or colored screen. Then the room can be used simultaneously by two people.

To give an individual style to the bathroom, you can apply a drawing or pattern on the screen yourself.

Thanks to these advantages, more and more people are opting for partitions made of glass or plastic. They come in a variety of designs and colors, so everyone can choose what fits into the design of the room.

Cons of glass screens

The disadvantages of partitions often include their high cost. They are more expensive than curtains, but they have a much longer service life. While cheap curtains quickly fall into disrepair, screens continue to serve. Therefore, such savings are imaginary.

Some people are afraid that the screen will clutter up a small bathroom. In this case, it is worth choosing light transparent structures that move completely towards the wall. Then it will be possible to avoid the feeling of clutter in the room.

As you can see, both of the main concerns of consumers who are postponing the purchase of bathroom screens are far from reality. There are no real drawbacks to bathroom partitions.

Types of partitions

There are several types of designs for different types of baths. Manufacturers offer screens for rectangular, semicircular, round bathtubs. You can choose what suits your room best.

1. Frame construction. A frame is constructed on the bath, into which glass or polycarbonate is inserted. The screen may have one or more wings. If your bathtub stands near one wall, then you can build a structure with two side walls and two shutters in front. If the bath is in a niche, you can install a structure of two wings, one of them will be fixed, and the second will open.
2. Frameless construction. In this case, there is no metal frame and thicker glass / plastic is used than in the first case. Most often it is a semicircular partition, which is fixed on two walls. It looks like a shower stall. It can also be a glass screen, which is fixed to one wall and has a swivel mechanism for access to the bath.Such a screen is suitable if you do not have a lot of splashes in the bathroom, because it does not completely protect the surrounding area. These designs are easier to install, and they cost less.

According to the method of opening, the structures are divided into:

• Folding. Most often they are made of plastic. The screen is folded against the wall on hinges.
• Sliding. Usually they have two wings that move apart. It is necessary to choose high-quality rollers and fasteners so that the mechanism lasts a long time. During operation, it requires careful handling.
• Opening. They work like doors that open outwards. The disadvantage of this model is that open doors take up a lot of space. Therefore, it is only suitable for spacious rooms.

glass screen

Glass is the most popular bathroom screen material. It is easy to clean, so taking care of it is a pleasure. It is only necessary to wipe it from time to time with a damp cloth.

Glass can be used to create interesting decorative partitions. You can order a drawing on it or paint it yourself with special paints.

Tempered glass is highly durable. It's almost impossible to break it. Therefore, it is this glass that is most often used in interior design.

The downside of a glass screen for a bathroom is only its rather high cost.

plastic screen

Usually polycarbonate is used for screens. Its main advantage is low cost. This material is produced in various colors, so this partition will suit any bathroom. For a low price, you can get an interesting design version of the color accent.

Another plus is the ease of installation. You can not be afraid to damage the structure. Polycarbonate is easy to fix in the frame, it can easily withstand bends. Dismantling will also take a little time.

The disadvantage of polycarbonate is that over time it can become cloudy. Also, it will have to be washed more often than glass, and more dirt accumulates on its surface.

How to make a screen with your own hands

Before choosing a partition, you need to consider several important points:

1. Between the screen and the ceiling you need to leave a small space for ventilation.
2. If the walls have a slope or irregularities, then they must be removed.
3. It is desirable to install additional lighting above the bathroom.
4. It is necessary to choose materials from trusted manufacturers, for which a guarantee is given.

After you have chosen the material and design, you need to prepare materials for installation. You will need a level, a drill/hammer drill, sealant, a screwdriver, and a marking pencil.

The most popular are sliding frame bathroom screens, so consider their installation:

• Attach the fixed panels to the horizontal frame.
• Insert the sliding doors into the top track, then into the bottom track and click into place.
• Mark holes on the walls and drill them.
• Attach the side panels to the screen.
• Treat the attachment points of the structure on the walls and the bathtub with sealant.
• Install the screen and secure it with self-tapping screws.
• Place handles on sliding doors.
• Remove the special protective film.

Installation of the screen does not take much time, you can do it yourself. If necessary, you can call the wizard for installation.

Each manufacturer provides installation instructions for its design. Check it out before you get started. Different designs may have their own installation specifics, but for all frame screens the principle is the same: fixing to the wall and sealing with sealant.

There are quite a large number of types of screens for the bathroom. They differ in materials, design and construction. You can choose what suits your room in terms of size and color.