The most commercial shape in shower enclosures now and the last 25 years is square. It allows for easy installment and in many instances is an inventory item when dealing with standard sizes such as 36x36 or 40x40.
There are 2 types of shower enclosures In a square configuration:
- completely enclosed enclosure - means it has all four walls which could be all safety treated glass or a combination of glass and acrylic back panels
- semi enclosed shower enclosure - means it has only safety treated glass in the front and the rear walls are tiled
What to look for when buying a square shower enclosure:
- all parts included - if your going to spend the money on a new shower make sure your do not call for complementary items to make it operate
- strong shower base - we propose an acrylate resin or man made stone base. Acrylic has a long life span and does not discolour like fiberglass.
- safety tempered glass - do not put yourself or your family at risk with anything but safety toughened glass. If it breaks it fails into small non-dangerous pieces
- comprehensive instructions - if you're a Diy person and you've never installed a shower - you need good directions and support. Most shower enclosures come with detailed instructions but they will be diagrams. You might consider employing a professional!
- tesimonials - text and video testimonials are a good way to get a feel for the online retailer.
- high-performance parts - ask questions! Ask what the pieces are manufactured from. High end fixtures are manufactured of the following: hardened brass, stainless steel and anodized aluminum
If your installer is requiring you to supply the fixtures make sure to evaluate and double check all your measurements before ordering.
Most square shower enclosure online retail merchants offer specs which show the footprint of the square shower. With these specs your should be able decide if the square shower enclosure will fit your operating space.
Many square shower enclusures are a convertible installation meaning they can be installed in either a left or right corner. But some are special with the type of door they have so ask first to guarantee the shower enclosure will work.
These days shower enclosures sold online are the best place to buy a luxury square shower enclosure. In stock and sent right to you within a short period of time.