When upgrading a home's bathroom, glass shower enclosures are often at the top of the remodeling to-do list. While glass shower doors can be much more attractive than a typical shower curtain setup, some people are hesitant to install them due to misconceptions they’ve heard about this popular upgrade. Here's what you should know.

What Do Homeowners Falsely Believe About Glass Shower Doors?

1. They Leak

No one wants to open the shower door to find a puddle of water all over the floor. However, with professional installation, this is unlikely to happen. Even frameless shower enclosures use buttresses, shower dams, and sloped floors to ensure water drains properly. Keeping shower door seams clean and free of debris will help the door close tightly to prevent leaks.

2. They’ll Shatter

Shower doors are made with tempered glass that's strong enough to stay intact even if they fall, although that is highly unlikely with proper installation. Some people worry that a single rough jolt is enough to shatter their glass shower door into hundreds of pieces, but the beauty of tempered glass is that it won’t break into sharp pieces even if an accident were to happen.

3. They’re Hard to Keep Clean

Glass is naturally porous, letting hard water and soap scum build up over time. However, this doesn’t mean glass shower doors are hard to keep looking nice. Most shower doors receive a protective coating during manufacturing that helps reduce stains and buildup. Additionally, specialty glass cleaners make cleaning the glass easier than scrubbing the tub.

If you’re interested in custom glass shower doors for your home, contact Furniture City Glass & Mirror in High Point, NC. Serving the Piedmont Triad for over 50 years, their team specializes in framed and frameless designs to help you achieve the perfect look for your bathrooms. Visit them online to view samples of their work, or call (336) 841-5333 to schedule an in-home consultation.