Shower Screens Guide
Shower Screen Glass: What You Need to Know
Whether you're replacing a tired shower enclosure or fitting out a new bathroom, choosing the right glass for your shower screen makes a real difference to how it looks, feels and lasts. This guide covers the essentials â glass types, thicknesses, edge finishes and protective coatings.
Why Toughened Glass?
All glass used in shower screens must be toughened safety glass â itâs a legal requirement. Our shower screen glass is toughened to BS EN 12150.
Choosing the Right Thickness
- 8mm toughened â most popular for framed and semi-frameless
- 10mm toughened â premium feel for frameless walk-in showers
Glass Options
- Clear â most popular
- Low iron â colourless finish
- Frosted â privacy
Easy-Clean Coating
We offer Ritec ClearShield â a factory-applied coating that protects against limescale and watermarks.
Ready to Order?
Contact us for help with bespoke shapes and cutouts.