Luxury Shower & Glass, 2113 hamilton Street, Richmond, VA (2026)

Since 1977, we have been providing quality design and installation of luxury shower glass enclosures.

04/05/2022

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03/10/2022

Unlike framed showers, frameless shower glass must be thicker to achieve proper support and structural integrity. The two most popular sizes of shower glass are 3/8 inch and 1/2 inch. Anything less than 3/8 inch will not have the structural integrity to last and will be wobbly upon opening and closing the door. When the door is hinged to the stationary glass instead of the fixed wall, 1/2 inch glass is typically required.

Shower glass also comes in several different styles including clear glass, frosted glass or privacy glass and rain glass. The type of glass chosen is mainly a matter of preference or aesthetics. There is no structural benefit to the different styles as they will all be tempered (safety) glass. Tempered glass is as a result of a special manufacturing process that makes it stronger and changes how it breaks. In case of breakage, it fragments into numerous small chunks that are not as hazardous as normal glass.

02/01/2022

We have a lot of customers ask us the main difference between a semi-frameless and fully frameless shower glass when designing a new bath. The issue is confusing to customers because different sellers of shower glass define a frameless shower differently due to the lack of standards in the industry.

The difference in the type of glass (semi-frameless vs fully frameless) refers to the hardware being used to secure the glass to the wall. Some shower glass companies use U channels at the bottom or sides of the glass to secure it. While some manufacturers say this is a frameless door the more accurate term agreed on by many in the industry is semi-frameless. Other frameless shower glass doors use heavy duty clamps to secure the glass door to the wall This is what many refer to as a fully frameless shower door.

When searching for a shower door, ask the seller whether the door uses U channels or clamps (sometimes called clips). Clamps generally have a more minimalist look compared to U channels.

Another very important question to ask is the type of hardware being used to secure the glass, specifically the material used in the U channel (for semi-frameless glass doors) and in the clamps (for fully frameless glass doors) as well as any other component including the hinges.

Hardware can be made of brass construction, aluminum construction and anodized construction. We recommend

using brass hardware as most shower glass doors are quite heavy, sometimes weighing up to 200 lbs. The hardware used must be able to safely bear the weight and ensure structural integrity. Brass is heavier duty than most aluminum or other metal alloys and is a good fit for most 3/8 or 1/2 inch shower doors.

Both frameless and semi-frameless shower glass has its benefits. Making sure you choose the right hardware and type of glass for your remodel will make a long-lasting impression

01/19/2022

Luxury Shower & Glass is a division of Luxury Bath Supply located in Richmond, VA. Since 1977, we have been providing quality design and installation of luxury shower glass enclosures. Whether you are looking for a frameless, semi-framed or fully framed shower glass enclosure we can help you choose the right shower glass for your bathroom upgrade.

We provide installation and design consultation services for both new construction projects and remodeling projects. Our experienced staff prides itself on professionalism and quality workmanship at an affordable cost. With years of experience in the shower glass industry, we guaranty you always enjoy a personalized and exceptional experience that is built to your individual needs.

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2113 Hamilton Street
Richmond, VA
23230

Website

https://luxuryshowerglass.com/

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