How to Choose the Right Shower Screen for Your Coffs Harbour Home

Choosing a shower screen isn't always as simple as it looks. There are several factors to consider – your bathroom size, your budget, your maintenance preferences, and of course your style. If you're renovating a bathroom in Coffs Harbour or simply replacing an old screen, this guide will help you make the right call.

Start With Your Space

The size and layout of your bathroom affects which shower screen style is most practical. In smaller bathrooms, a frameless or semi-frameless screen can help the space feel less enclosed and more open. In larger bathrooms, you have more flexibility, and a walk-in design might even be an option.

Consider your shower recess shape too. Standard rectangular shower bases are straightforward, but if you have a corner shower, curved recess, or custom tiled base, you'll need a custom-made solution – which is exactly what Rooney Glass specialises in.

Understand the Glass Options

Shower screen glass comes in different thicknesses and types. For frameless screens, 10mm toughened safety glass is the standard, providing the rigidity needed without a supporting frame. Framed screens can use thinner 6mm glass since the frame provides structural support.

You can also choose clear glass, obscure (frosted) glass, or patterned glass. Frosted glass is popular in bathrooms that adjoin an open-plan living area, or where you simply prefer more privacy.

Think About Maintenance

Clear glass shower screens look beautiful when clean but show water spots and soap scum more readily than frosted options. Frameless screens with minimal hardware are generally easier to clean. Consider whether you want to apply a glass protective coating to repel water and reduce cleaning frequency.

Budget Realistically

Frameless shower screens carry a higher price tag than framed options, but they're also more durable and easier to maintain over the long term. Semi-frameless screens offer a middle ground. Get a quote from Rooney Glass and factor in the long-term value, not just the upfront cost.

Get a Free Measure and Quote

The best way to figure out what's right for your bathroom is to have one of our team members visit and discuss your options in person. We'll measure your space, explain the choices, and give you a clear, obligation-free quote.

Call Rooney Glass on (02) 6652-7549 or visit rooneyglass.com.au to book your free measure and quote in Coffs Harbour.