Should you ditch the curtain for new shower doors? It's an option you may consider when you're renovating your bathroom. 

A traditional curtain is effective at providing some privacy in the bathtub and shower area while letting natural light in, but it may not be the best option for the modern bathroom. Shower doors can bring an array of benefits to your modern bathroom. These include but are not limited to the ones highlighted below.

They can give the illusion of a larger space.

Unlike a shower curtain, which prevents some light from passing through it in order to provide privacy in the shower area, a shower door can allow a high amount of light transmission, creating the illusion of a much bigger space. This quality is useful if your bathroom is small in size and you'd like to make it look bigger than it really is.

They can radiate the interior beauty of your shower area.

While shower curtains come in a wide selection of beautiful and stylish fabric patterns and colors, they conceal the interior fixtures and surfaces of your shower when closed.  A transparent shower door will show off the beauty of your shower whether it is opened or closed.  

They can help reduce condensation problems in the bathroom.

Although shower curtains are typically made of waterproof fabrics, they may not dry out properly, especially if your bathroom isn't well-ventilated. This makes your curtain an easy target for mold and mildew growth.

Because glass is an inorganic material, a shower door will not encourage mold and mildew to infest your shower area. This helps avoid potential health concerns associated with the growth of these microbial organisms.

They can eliminate drafts.

Nothing ruins a nice warm morning or evening bath or shower than a cool breeze entering your bathroom space. Unfortunately, the traditional shower curtain isn't designed to resist the inward pressure of stray drafts coming into the bathroom. 

With a properly fitted and sealed shower door, you don't have to worry about cold air coming in and making the shower area too cold for your enjoyment.

Not all shower doors are created equal. There are many different styles of shower doors to suit the needs of every homeowner. Before you choose a particular glass door for your shower area, consult the experts at a glass products shop to find out which product is right for your needs.

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