Direct comparison of glass and plastic showers
Who doesn't know it, the plastic shower?! Plastic shower cubicles are ubiquitous in many households today.
Because although the development of single-pane safety glass (ESG) in the 30s and 40s increased the range of applications of flat glass, it was still a few decades before the glass shower moved into the world's bathrooms. Up to the 90s, shower enclosures were made almost exclusively of plastic.
One of the reasons why plastic shower cubicles are so common is primarily the cost aspect. Because anyone looking for the perfect shower when renovating or building a house will quickly notice that the price differences are huge. This is primarily due to the material used: real glass is often more expensive than artificial glass. The longer delivery times and the measurement and installation by a specialist also often discourage the purchase of a glass shower. For this reason, the cheaper option is used, particularly in rental apartments. But that this is not always the best choice can be seen when you look at the benefits of a glass shower:
· Thanks to better cleaning properties, the shower is significantly more durable.
· No compromises are necessary when it comes to size and layout.
· The design can be adapted to shower behavior and the room.
· The glass shower impresses with its elegant and discreet look.
· Depending on taste, individual design is possible (satined, printed in color, etc.).
· The use of transparent frameless glasses avoids a space-reducing effect.
· The natural raw material glass is recyclable and becomes glass again. Glass is therefore clearly the more environmentally friendly material.
The advantages of a glass shower compared to a plastic shower are therefore obvious. For your own home bathroom, investing in a durable glass shower is definitely worthwhile. There are also almost no limits to the design options here. Whether it's a walk-in or walk-in glass shower, a glass niche door or individual glass solutions for your bathtub: The first-class building material not only enhances your bathroom, but also the entire property.
Would you also like to know what is possible in your bathroom? Then feel free to contact us, we will make the selection easier for you and advise you on the options.
