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There are so many different types of shower enclosure available that choosing the rightone for thespace in your bathroom can be an overwhelming experience. Making the correct choice is vital in order to make the best possible use of the available space and also to maximise the potential appeal of your bathroom. Not only are shower enclosures functional, they can express your own unique sense of style and transform your bathroom and showering experience.
Identifying the right shower enclosure will make choosing the best one to fit your requirements straightforward and the brief guide below is designed to assist in this process.
rectangular shower enclosure: suitable for most bathrooms, this type of enclosure has two equal long sides and two equal short sides.
square shower enclosure: with four equal sides, the square shower enclosure fits neatly into the corner of the bathroom
curved quadrant shower enclosure: has two equal straight edges with a curved radius and suitable for small bathrooms, optimising the available space.
offset quadrant shower enclosure: similar to the curved quadrant enclosure but with one straight edge longer than the other to provide increased showering area.
bi-fold door shower enclosure (or infold door shower enclosure): has two sections which combine the sliding and folding mechanism of other types of shower door and is ideal for bathrooms with limited space or where access is restricted.
hinged door shower enclosure: this type of shower enclosure has a door which opens outwards from either left or right to offer more room in the shower cubicle.
corner door shower enclosure: a great space-saving choice in homes where the bathroom is the smallest room, this type of enclosure features two sliding doors which open from the corner which gives easy access to and exit from the shower cubicle.
pivot door shower enclosure: the most common and popular type of shower enclosure, the pivot door enclosure does not open outwards as far as a hinged door, which gives the advantage of being suitable for restricted areas.
inline pivot door shower enclosure: ideal to maximise the potential showering area in larger bathrooms, this type of enclosure features an additional glass panel which attaches to the shower door.
alcove shower enclosure: as the name suggests, this type of shower enclosure fits into a recessed area and is available with a choice of doors to suit.
With an extensive range of sizes available and prices to meet all budgets, there is sure to be one particular type of shower enclosure which fits the bathroom bill in your home. Why not find out more and take a look at the great selection of shower enclosures on offer at Heatandplumb?
