Sliding Framed Shower Door
Always a budget-friendly option to keep pace with glass bathroom trends, our framed sliding shower doors received a facelift for the 21st century, which has seen hardware itself become a designer element.
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Why Choose Our Framed Bypass Sliding Shower Doors
The basic construction of framed sliding shower doors hasn't change much. A sliding framed shower enclosure is made of two glass doors, at either 5/32" or 3/16" thickness, that are each wrapped in sturdy aluminum casing, adding a look of substance to this centerpiece. The aluminum framing reinforces the glass, making it stronger so it doesn’t bend or wobble. Then framed glass doors are set onto rollers in both upper and lower tracks. Side frames, or jams, complete the enclosure, snuggly meeting the outer edges of the framed doors to provide a watertight closure. These jams also hide rubber bumpers that will keep the door from crashing into the metal side.
When deciding whether to install (or replace your existing) framed sliding shower doors, keep in mind this product has gotten a bum rap from contractor-grade installations. Lower-quality sliding shower doors aren't installed with glass surface protection (which we offer), the doors rattle when sliding and the track system frequently fails from lower-quality hardware. We do not carry and will not install contractor-grade products.
Our framed sliding shower door products stand out from off-the-shelf retail kits:
- Our system includes exact overlap doors. The interior glass door frames line up for clean symmetrical lines.
- Fully assembled, our framed sliding shower doors create a watertight fit to prevent leakage.
- Intuitive assembly system makes our framed sliding showers easy and quick to install. Our supplier has continued to refine the parts of its system design to perfect your installation.
- High-end finishes blend with popular bathroom fixtures and can be used as an a crisp accent color for your tile or to add an industrial look with the high-shine of chrome.
- Our framed sliding shower systems have better quality hardware to add life your investment. For example, larger, heavy-duty rollers make doors slide more smoothly.
- Finally, like all our glass products, our customers can select a glass protection treatment to prevent hard water stains.
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Glass 101
- What is the difference between 3/8 inch thick frameless shower glass and 1/2 inch thick frameless shower glass?
- What is tempered shower glass?
- Which glass styles can I choose for a frameless shower door?
- What's the difference between low-iron and clear glass styles?
- What's the difference between acid-etched glass and sandblasted glass?
- What is glass fabrication?
- What is glass glazing?
- What is a frameless glass shower transom?
- What is a mickey mouse cutout and why is it used in frameless glass shower doors?
- Why does my frameless shower glass have notches?
Hardware 101
- Why is choosing a hinge type for my frameless shower door so important?
- What's the difference between a pivot hinge and a side-mount hinge?
- Is a pivot hinge shower door less expensive than a side-mount hinge shower door?
- What are the specs for side hinges?
- What are the specs for pivot-mount hinges?
- Why is choosing connecting hardware for my frameless shower door so important?
- What are U-channels and how are these used for frameless showers?
- What are the specs for U-channels?
- When are metal clips used in a frameless shower?
- What are the specs for metal clips?
Design 101
- What is the difference between a framed and frameless shower?
- Will a frameless shower improve my bathroom or home value?
- What's universal design and how does it relate to frameless glass showers?
- What's an inline frameless shower?
- What is a neo angle shower?
- What other frameless shower styles are available?
- Do frameless shower enclosures come in standard sizes?
- What hardware styles and color finishes are available for my frameless shower?
- What styles and color finishes are available for frameless shower accessories?
- Doesn't a shower header ruin my frameless look?
Anatomy of a Frameless Shower
- What is the difference between standard and heavy glass showers?
- What components go into planning my frameless shower design?
- What is a return panel?
- What is a shower sweep and do I need one for my frameless shower door?
- What's the difference between a grab bar and a towel bar?
- Can you install my frameless shower door to swing in if I don't have room outside my shower or bath area for the shower to open out?
- Why do I need a header over my frameless shower door?
Assessing Your Space
- Can you design a frameless shower that doesn't leak?
- Will Dulles Glass and Mirror break down my existing shower and bathroom structures to install my frameless shower upgrade?
- How do you install frameless shower doors and glass panels if the walls, floor or ceiling aren't plumb?
- What if my shower wall is dramatically out of plumb?
Getting Started
- What’s the ordering process for my frameless shower door?
- Which frameless showers would you NOT recommend for self-installation?
- Can I get an estimate before you come out?
- How can I find fast answers to common ordering and installation questions?
- Why do frameless shower estimates vary among companies? Sometimes, a lot!
- Will the price quote for my frameless shower door be the final project cost?
What to Expect
- Will my frameless shower door come with a warranty?
- How long will it take for you to measure for my frameless shower and what can I expect?
- How long will it take to manufacture my frameless glass shower door?
- What is the manufacturing process for glass showers?
- How long will it take to install my frameless shower door and what can I expect?
Care and Maintenance
- Can I protect my glass shower door from water spots and clouding?
- How do I maintain and care for my frameless shower door?
- Do I have to use your after-care products to clean my frameless shower?
- Do you offer automatic shipping for shower after-care products?
- How do I clean my bottom shower sweep and the side vinyl seal around my frameless shower door, and how often will I need to clean these?
- Can I remove the clear vinyl seals and the shower sweep that fit around my frameless shower door?
- How long will my vinyl seal and protective shower sweep last?
- Will you replace my shower glass if it becomes corroded, stained or scratched?
- How do I make a claim on my frameless shower warranty covereage?








