Common Shower Screen Mistakes

Many shower screen problems are not caused by the screen itself, but by the way the shower area is designed and laid out.

In many bathrooms the shower screen is chosen late in the renovation process, after the position of the shower rose, tapware, tiling, and base have already been decided.

When these elements are not planned together, problems can occur.

Some of the most common mistakes include:

• positioning the shower rose so it sprays directly toward the shower screen
• placing the shower door where it restricts access to the tap or mixer
• incorrect placement of the glass on the hob
• panels that are too narrow to control water runoff
• choosing a shower screen style that does not suit the bathroom layout

Another important consideration is the direction of the shower rose itself.

As a general rule, the shower rose should not be positioned so that it sprays directly toward the shower screen. When water is constantly directed at the glass, it increases the likelihood that water will escape from the shower area.

The purpose of a shower screen is to screen water and help control its movement, not to act as a completely sealed enclosure.

With more than 30 years experience and over 50,000 bathroom visits, Sam has seen how small layout decisions can make a big difference to how a shower works.

Planning the layout early in the renovation process helps ensure the shower screen, tiling, shower base, tapware, and shower rose all work together properly.

Planning a bathroom renovation or replacing your shower screen?

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