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Serenity Rain Glass in Falling Waters

Posted on September 22, 2022 by Emily Watkins

Shower Door of the Week: Serenity Unit with Rain Glass in Falling Waters, West Virginia

This rain glass has us all feeling poetic this week. In fact, we’ve come up with our very first shower door haiku!

Serenity door

Slides shut in falling waters –

Towel bar optional.

Okay, the poem could use some work. But the shower door that inspired it? Perfection. The Serenity unit is famous for its low-profile header support bar that makes the glass look almost like it’s floating. These clients chose to customize their stationary panel with a minimalist towel bar. And of course we customized the fit around that fantastic long bench.

It’s been awhile since we featured a textured glass. It’s wonderful for adding some visual interest – and privacy! But keep in mind that textured glass can also reduce the amount of light entering your shower enclosure. While designing your custom shower, consider what lighting you might want. Expert advice: we love a dimmer switch in the bathroom to keep our options open. Sometimes low lighting is wonderful for a shower in Serenity!

For more design inspiration and top tips, follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Or get in touch if you’re ready to start chatting about your new shower door…

Shower Room Experts

Posted on July 27, 2022 by Emily Watkins

Shower Door of the Week: Shower Room with Serenity Door in Catonsville, Maryland

Tiny shower caves with moldy plastic curtains are OUT. Shower rooms with glass doors are IN!

If you’re remodeling and have the space, consider creating your own wet room for all your showering and bathing needs. This is where custom shower doors truly shine. After considering the many options, this client decided on a Serenity panel-door-panel for a minimalist look that showcases the room – not the door. The Serenity’s low-profile header makes it float like a butterfly, but the anti-derailing fittings make it sturdy like… a hippopotamus? Hey, we’re shower door experts, not simile experts.

Two other design notes! The hardware is matte black, an excellent pick with the charcoal tile. Honestly, any finish would have looked great, but look at that matte black bath faucet! 🤩🔥 And for the finishing touch, the clients went with low iron glass. We haven’t talked about low iron in a little while, so to recap: regular glass has a slight green tint from its iron content. Low iron glass is more optically clear. We recommend it against lighter-colored tile, especially, but it gives any shower enclosure a more crisp modern look.

So what’s next for us? A glass shower house? A crystal palace of showers? The only way to know is keeping an eye on our socials! We’re on Facebook. We’re on Instagram. And, as always, we’re all over the greater D.C. area, making your shower dreams come true.

Taking Serenity Up a Notch in Alexandria

Posted on June 9, 2022 by Emily Watkins

Shower Door of the Week: Custom Serenity in Alexandria, Virginia

Well, you won’t find this shower unit at the big box store! Nope, that’s completely custom work by your favorite local experts. The notch cut into the glass is a perfect fit for that angled ceiling. So if your bathroom has a unique layout, definitely get in touch!

If you’re a huge fan of our blog – and we’ll assume you are! – you’ll have noticed that this shower door of the week is the same as last week‘s. Kind of – they’re both Serenity units – a single-sliding door with a sturdy low-profile header support bar. And they both have gorrrgeous brushed nickel hardware and grey tile. But this week we’re giving you a different angle on how customizable our showers can be. So, you know, think outside the box and embrace serenity!

Also same as last week: you can find us on the socials. The Facebook. The Instagram. We post fun behind-the-scenes content including our very own webcomic series! And of course let us know if you have any questions. We offer free quotes and free unicorns. Okay, you caught me – I was just seeing if you read to the very end. The free quotes part is true! Happy showers, friends.

Serenity Now in Manassas Park

Posted on May 15, 2022May 27, 2022 by Emily Watkins

Shower Door of the Week: Serenity Corner Unit in Manassas Park, Virginia

Disclaimer: we can’t make you an enlightened yogi with just one morning shower…

But who doesn’t need more serenity in their lives? Our Serenity is a single-sliding door unit with a low-profile header support bar. The hardware is minimal and these clients chose brushed nickel to complement their mixed monochrome tile design.

Minimal hardware doesn’t mean a precarious shower door though. The Serenity is smooth and sturdy – just like our signature yoga pose! (Ever heard of Showervasana?) We’ll even let you in on the secret: anti-derailing fittings on the bottom rail. 🤫

Well, get in touch if you need some chill time courtesy of your local experts! Or let us know if you have any top tips for a relaxing shower experience. You can find us in the usual spots – the Facebook – the Instagram. Namaste, y’all!

No Place Like Jefferson, Maryland!

Posted on May 9, 2022 by Emily Watkins

Shower Door of the Week: Phantom Unit with Oil Rubbed Bronze Hardware in Jefferson, Maryland

Jefferson, Maryland? We know that town! We should: Shower Door Experts has been here for over 30 years now. So we’re always happy to upgrade a neighbor’s shower door. And this Phantom install turned out great!

I wrote about a Phantom tub unit last week and the same idea applies: that glass header is the ultimate in a minimalist frameless look. And these neighbors also opted for low-iron glass “like some smart folks,” as Expert Schuyler noted last week. Why smart? If you’re already investing in a glass-tastic shower door, low iron glass comes without the slightly green tint of regular glass. The green is especially noticeable against white or light-colored tile, so we recommend it. But not in a pushy way! You do you!

Questions about the Phantom? Low iron glass? What to do in Jefferson? We got you. Get in touch anytime for a chat or free quote. You can also find bonus photos – including our very own comic series! – on Facebook and Instagram.

A Tale of Maryland Tubs

Posted on April 10, 2022April 26, 2022 by Emily Watkins

Shower Door(s) of the Week: Three Tub Units in Maryland

Rub-a-dub-dub*, y’all! We’ve installed some very cool tub units lately and thought we’d showcase three of them in one post.

*Note: you might want to wait until our favorite holiday, Shower with a Friend Day (February 5th), to try fitting three people in a tub?

Bathtub #1: A Cambridge Education

This is our standard alcove Cambridge unit, with its sleek minimal dual-sliding system. It comes standard with one towel bar and one disc knob. (Fun fact: the disc knob will always be on the side of the shower head.) It’s not quite as minimalist as the Phantom (see below), but it’s a far cry from the metallic monsters of bygone days. Though I personally love fully framed and not ashamed shower doors…

Tub #2: Disc Knobs for Days

I’m just going to need to stare at these stunning walls for awhile. (…) Okay, I’m back! Do you recognize this shower door? Yep, it’s another Cambridge, this time a corner unit. Here you can really see how its low profile metal thresholds showcase custom tile work and stunning walls. (…) Here in the office we’re digging the choice of dual disc knobs – versus the standard disc + towel bar above. It’s a solid move for that minimalist frameless look. The best part is that choosing two disc knobs doesn’t even cost more money! Groovy.

Tub #3: The Phantom of Middletown

Did we forget to install the shower door? Of course not! The Phantom unit is already about as invisible as it gets, but as Expert Schuyler notes, “They upgraded to low-iron like some smart folks. Phantoms look infinitely better with low-iron. Sexy af.” What’s he on about? (We ask. Every day.) Low iron glass is free of the slightly green tint that regular glass gets from its iron content. If you’re interested in the phantom invisibility against light or white tile, you should certainly consider it. And the smart folks even splashed out for a glass towel bar! That’s some real commitment to glass. We love to see it.

If you made it this far, you might enjoy geeking out about showers, glass, bubble baths… we’re here for all of it. You can get in touch any time for free quotes, top tips, questionable jokes, etc. You will also find more photos (and questionable jokes) on Facebook or Instagram.

Bonus Content

My original poem to Schuyler, in thanks for his ongoing support for Shower Door Sunday:

Did you ever know that you’re my hero?

You’re every disc knob I wish that I could be.

I can fly higher than a showerhead.

You are the water beneath my wings.

Trend Alert: Matte Black Grid Door

Posted on April 4, 2022April 4, 2022 by Emily Watkins

Shower of the Week: Gridworks bypass sliding unit with matte black finish in Frederick, Maryland

This grid shower door we recently installed in Frederick, Maryland is doubly on trend! Grid showers and matte black hardware are both having a moment, and we love it.

Expert Advice: Matte Black Trend

The doors we install are actually from the second generation of the grid shower door movement. Early grid showers had small rectangular panes of glass welded together with metal framing. The look was was an immediate hit, especially in urban areas with uber-contemporary design trends. The units sold like hot cakes, but they were ghastly expensive!

Other manufacturers have found better, less expensive ways to accomplish the same look. We source ours from Century Bathworks in New Jersey. By using a single piece of glass with thin grid framing adhered to it, Century is able to provide this trendy matte black look at a fraction of the cost of its competitors.

Matte black hardware is, in general, also having a moment. Oil rubbed bronze finishes are also popular, but their tone can run the gamut from super dark to super light. It’s definitely easier to pair black with black versus two different oil rubbed bronze finishes from two different manufacturers.

If you’re interested in this trend, get in touch! We’re happy to start chatting about what would work for your unique shower space. You can also get the ball rolling with a free quote. We also post more shower door pics and fun bonus photos on Facebook and Instagram.

Upgrade in Adamstown: Centec Dual Slider

Posted on January 26, 2022 by Emily Watkins

Shower Door of the Week: Centec Dual Slider with Chrome Finish in Adamstown, Maryland

Ready for an upgrade but don’t need every single bell and whistle? Our Centec dual slider could be the shower door for you! This traditional “bypass” style of door doesn’t get the same buzz as barn sliders these days, but they remain a great value option. If you’re upgrading from a shower curtain or getting rid of an outdated door, the Centec is an affordable sturdy replacement.

Did I say sturdy? Yep, I sure did. Our bypasses use heavy 3/8″ glass – not the flimsy stuff you’ll find at a big box store…

… and the Centec is completely customizable to your shower layout. We’ll do the measuring and installation so it’s just done, not a project that takes up your free time. During our consultation you can let us know if you want to upgrade the towel bars or change the hardware finish. Centec hardware finish options: brass/gold, chrome, brushed nickel, polished nickel, oil rubbed bronze, matte black. This blog post prompted some chat in the office about how cool a matte black Centec would be – etch some skulls in and you’ve got yourself a goth shower!

Okay, shower door friends, that’s it for this week but stay tuned for more awesome shower doors – and our favorite holiday of the year! February 5th is Shower with a Friend Day. (No really, it is!) We’ll be posting photos on Facebook and Instagram as always, and we love to hear from our clients and fans.

Acid Etched Shower Door in Greencastle PA

Posted on January 17, 2022 by Emily Watkins

Shower Door of the Week: Acid Etched Cambridge Unit in Greencastle, Pennsylvania

For those who prefer to keep the mystery alive, we present: acid etched shower doors!

This is our popular Cambridge double sliding unit, fully frameless for a stylish modern look. The client opted for completely acid etched glass. We also work with local artisans who can acid etch patterns into the glass, which I personally love. Partially etched glass, whether a privacy bar or funky pattern, is fun and also lets more light in. Some people prefer a “shower cave” especially in the morning, but you can also install additional lighting in the shower enclosure if you prefer privacy and a sunnier start to the day.

We really enjoy coming up with custom solutions to your showering visions! From a recent Google review from client Joanne: “The gal in the office who schedules the installation is super friendly and helpful.” That’s our Emmarose! She’s fantastic. (Don’t worry, she’s not writing this – hah hah – Emily is the blogger!) So if you’re in the greater Washington DC area – including our southern Pennsylvania friends! – give us a shout to talk options. You can also follow us on Facebook and/or Instagram for design inspiration and the fun things we get up to!

Waldorf’s Phantom Shower

Posted on July 26, 2021July 26, 2021 by Emily Watkins

Shower Door of the Week: Phantom Unit in Waldorf, Maryland

The Phantom strikes again!

Me: Hey, Schuyler, what do you think of the Waldorf photo for Shower Door of the Week?

Schuyler: I don’t see it… nvm 🤦‍♂️ that bar is dang near invisible!

Noah: this may be the most phantom-y pic I’ve seen

Me: Did they even door??

Noah: 👻

With its extreme clarity and metallic silver tile, this shower unit is pure magic. So how did they achieve this gleaming sorcery?

The Phantom

This unit is a dual-sliding shower door with an innovative all-glass header system and clear acrylic stoppers. And these clients took minimalism to the next level by forgoing the standard towel bar. Instead, they opted for two chrome disc knobs that hardly show up against the silver tile.

The Glass

We never push for upgrades you don’t want, but these clients wisely invested in sealed low-iron glass. What does that mean? Low iron glass is more optically clear than regular glass. It doesn’t have that slight green tinge from the iron content. We usually recommend it for light-colored tile, especially, but you can see here how it preserves the pure silver tones too. And sealant? It helps reduce residue that leaves spots and streaks on your glass. It also makes routine maintenance easier – almost as if you have a phantom maid…?

Shower Singing

You know you want to…

Need to sing us a snippet? Or want to talk shower door design? Get in touch – we love a chat! Or follow along on Facebook and Instagram for inspiration and behind-the-scenes shenanigans…

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