Incorrect Hob Placement in Shower Screens

One common mistake when installing a shower screen is incorrect placement of the glass on the hob.

Many homeowners and even some builders assume the glass can sit anywhere on top of the hob.

However, the position of the glass is very important for controlling water runoff.

In most cases, the glass should sit toward the inside edge of the hob so that when water runs down the glass it drains back into the shower area.

If the glass is positioned too far toward the outside edge, water can run onto the hob and eventually escape onto the bathroom floor.

This small detail is often overlooked during bathroom renovations, particularly when the shower screen layout is decided late in the building process.

With over 30 years experience and more than 50,000 bathroom visits, Sam has seen many examples where correcting the glass position on the hob prevents ongoing water runoff problems.

Planning the screen layout early helps ensure the shower screen works properly within the bathroom design.

Not sure if your shower screen will be positioned correctly?

Send Sam a photo of your bathroom and he will let you know if a consultation would be helpful.