If you’re renovating your bathroom, you’ll know that there’s plenty to consider. From the perfect taps to tile designs, or even choosing some art to spruce up the walls, the options are limitless.
After all, it’s thought that we spend up to 450 days of our lives in the bathroom, so it’s worth spending a little extra time and money getting it right!
A high-quality shower screen is one of the most popular additions to any modern bathroom. With many aesthetic and practical benefits, there are all sorts of reasons to get one, and if you really want to elevate your bathroom space, it might even be worth getting a custom screen.
In this blog, we’ll examine some of the most popular reasons for fitting a custom shower screen and the general benefits they provide.
Figure 1: Forsyth Glazing
General benefits of shower screens
Before we look at the key reasons for choosing a custom shower screen, let’s consider why shower screens in general might be worth considering for your next home improvement project.
Easy to install
While your bathroom is being fitted, there are a million and one things to consider, and any opportunities to simplify the process should be taken.
Due to their ease of installation, shower screens can be a quick and easy way to kickstart your bathroom project. Generally requiring no more than basic drilling and sealing, shower screens can be an easy DIY project.
If you choose a custom piece, installation may be slightly trickier, but in the hands of a professional, it should not be any more time-consuming than fitting a traditional glass screen.
Thanks to an optimised fitting process, choosing a professional will also guarantee a longer lifespan for your shower screen.
Easy to clean
Shower screens are easy to install and incredibly easy to maintain and clean, particularly compared to shower curtains.
While shower curtains are cheaper, the creases and folds that form when the curtain is not in use, thanks to poor ventilation and moisture collection, create the perfect breeding ground for mould.
Not only can this be unsightly, but the mould that collects can also adversely affect the health of those who use the shower regularly.
With a shower screen, cleaning is as easy as wiping the screen down with a sponge and a simple cleaning solution before removing any excess water with a squeegee or dry cloth.
Prevents water spillages
Shower screens are excellent at spillage prevention.
Excess water from your shower can spill onto the floor, creating a slipping hazard and may seep into the floorboards below, causing them to warp and weaken their structural integrity.
Even if a shower curtain is used, it is still possible for the curtain to allow droplets or splashes of water to fall near the bottom of the shower, particularly if the curtain is outside of the bathtub.
When using a shower curtain, the rubber seal at the bottom prevents excess moisture from going anywhere but the plughole, regardless of whether you have a standing shower or a combination shower and bath setup.
Brightens your bathroom
Finally, by choosing a shower screen instead of a curtain, the bathroom space is afforded more light, making it a brighter, more inviting space for you and your guests.
Benefits of a custom shower screen
Now that we know more about a shower screen’s general functions and benefits, let’s consider why fitting a custom shower screen might be the ideal choice for your bathroom.
Figure 2: Forsyth Glazing
Designed to complement your space
First, custom shower glass panels can differentiate between a good-looking bathroom and a great one.
Just as a tailored suit can accentuate the physique of its wearer, a custom shower screen can be the icing on the cake for your space.
Additionally, with a bespoke fit comes custom aesthetics; for many, this is a key benefit of fitting a custom shower screen. For example, if you have black grouting on your wall tiles, choosing a shower screen with a black frame can boost your bathroom’s visual congruency and appeal.
Improved value
While home renovation of any kind can come with a plethora of upfront costs which may have you questioning whether the process is worth it, it can be reassuring to know that when you spend wisely and for longevity, you’re investing in the future of your home.
Whether you’re renovating specifically to sell or earmarking the sale of your house to provide an inheritance for your loved ones, custom pieces like a shower screen can add value to your home when the time comes.
More choice than ever
With more homeowners becoming aware of the benefits of bespoke fittings, supply has risen to meet demand.
Whether you prefer a minimalist look or something ornate, the only limit when choosing a shower screen is your imagination.
Stockists all over the country are offering more and more options to better suit customers’ diverse needs.
Higher quality & safer glass
While we can’t guarantee that all custom shower screens are of the same high quality, the custom nature of such shower screens generally indicates long-lasting and aesthetically pleasing craftsmanship.
At Forsyth, all glass used in our custom pieces is toughened to the British and European Standard 12150 class 1(c)1, indicating a high level of safety under impact.
This means that, in the unlikely event that the glass does break, it will shatter into relatively harmless chunks, which are highly unlikely to cause injury, and can be disposed of easily.
How to source & select your custom shower screen
If you’re convinced that a custom shower screen might be the right choice for your bathroom, the next step is to source a provider and select the perfect screen for your needs.
While each provider will take a different approach to helping you build your custom screen, Forsyth is proud to present our Shower Screen Designer.
With bespoke hinges, knobs, materials, and sizes available, as well as accessibility add-ons such as stabilising bars, the ideal addition to your bathroom is just a few clicks away.
Forsyth also offers a full on-site measure & fit service for those in Scotland’s Central Belt.
To find out if you are eligible and for more information on Forsyth’s shower screen options and a range of other services, visit our website or contact us via phone or email to speak with a member of our team.
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