Often there is a high degree of confusion on the difference between the semi-frameless shower screen and frameless shower screens. We at Small Bathroom Renovations Perth will be the heroes you need and break down the differences between the two as well as the pros and cons of each style.
Although a shower screen is functional, it can also be a design statement so let’s start with the most commonly used shower screen that we use in our bathroom renovations throughout Perth, Western Australia.
A small note
Below is a classic framed shower screen and a semi-frame-less screen for the same bathroom that we did- Try to never install a fully framed shower screen the left-hand side is fully framed stay away!
Super old school so highly unlikely on your list of framed shower screen choices but thought I would bring it up.
Pros and Cons Of Semi-Frameless Shower Screens
Semi-frameless shower screens are truly the best of both worlds. These shower screens are framed, but in a much less conspicuous fashion than the fully framed screen.
The slimline’ frame is typical of contemporary styling and fits quite well into any modern bathroom.
Using 6mm clear toughened glass, these shower screens can easily withstand the rigours of daily use.
Dirt is also less likely to be a problem, due to the small size of the frames.
The semi-frameless shower screen is braced around the perimeter of the screen (top and bottom) but is not braced around every panel like a fully-framed shower screen which can block light into the space.
Semi-frameless shower screens are stylish and definitely affordable in comparison to the frameless
Making a big comeback is the ability to colour the trim adding to the feature of the shower as you can see below.
Pros:
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Cost Effective
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Easier To Keep Clean
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Better For Tiling and Concealing Tile Fall
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Toughen Glass
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Match Into Colour Scheme
Cons:
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More parts for installation
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Glass is not as heavy on feel which some people don’t like
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Can see trim that hides some eye-level features
Pros and Cons Of Frameless Shower Screens
The frameless shower screen has no framing around the edges or rubber seals. This creates fewer places for dirt and grime to build up. The 10mm tough glass can also come in a frosted or have a design due to the blank canvas of the screen.
A frameless shower screen is more expensive than other shower screen types, but its clean, clear glass will open up your bathroom to make it look larger and more modern.
Pros:
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Sleek, Modern Look
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Easier to Clean
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Show off tile work in the shower
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Lets in natural light
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Minimalistic so that it doesn’t detract from your bathroom design
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Less moving parts
Cons:
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More expensive than framed showers around 50% more.
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The glass is extremely heavy and hard to work with
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Almost no room for error on floor tiling and high falls.
- Frameless shower leak! They just do and its hard to describe
The proof is in the pudding (Verdict)
I used this expression as the easiest way to explain my advice. Like most things in life, the cost is a huge factor in why we do something.
Now stay away from fully framed shower screens they always have issues and darken a room.
That being said semi-frameless shower screens can give a great look and come in many different designs. They also offer virtually everything a frameless shower screen can give. So if you’re looking to jazz up your bathroom with a glass shower screen but without the high cost, then consider a semi-framed version.
We mainly do semi-frameless shower screens unless they are of the fixed panel variety this is due to a cost nature.
However, if you don’t want to compromise on your bathroom and you want the minimalist frameless shower screen then go for it.
Always not though the biggest downside of frameless shower screens is they do leak and they leak more than you want.
You have to look at that bathroom every day of your life so if it bothers you that you didn’t have it then don’t compromise
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It’s important to note that all our advice is general in nature and all bathrooms are unique so always speak to your local qualified tradesman for the best advice.
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