What is the bottom profile of a shower screen?
When choosing a shower screen, there are several details to consider:
- Height of the shower screen.
- Thickness of the tempered glass.
- Anti-lime treatment.
- Framing.
- Bottom framing.
This last point will be our focus. Many customers overlook this detail, but it is an important factor.
Shower screens with bottom framing are those screens, whether frontal or rectangular, that have a profile at the bottom where the rollers of the sliding doors of the shower screen will slide.
Pros and cons of shower screens with bottom framing:
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Advantage of shower screens with bottom profile:
- Having that profile can help retain water better, especially in situations where the shower tray is slightly clogged and water overflows.
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Disadvantage of shower screens with bottom profile:
- The bottom profiles are places where dirt and lime tend to accumulate. This causes the lower rollers to deteriorate sooner and also prevents them from sliding perfectly over time, making it difficult to open or close the sliding screen.
- It poses a small obstacle, as it is like a small step, and for elderly people or those with reduced mobility, it can pose a danger or difficulty in accessing the shower tray.
Recommendations
At
Baño Total, we offer all types of
shower screens, but our recommendations will always focus on
shower screens without bottom framing for several reasons:
- To ensure the proper functioning of the sliding doors over time.
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Avoid areas that are difficult to access where dirt accumulates.
- These screens come equipped at the bottom with a small water deflector profile, which will protect us from splashes or small clogs in the shower tray.
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For safety, as we avoid a step that can cause falls.
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Easy access, especially for those with reduced mobility who need to enter the shower tray with a wheelchair.
The advantages are not only functional but also
aesthetic, as the new trends in shower screens aim to minimize the visibility of the profile, both at the bottom and on the sides.
We provide personal advice
If you are looking for
personalized advice, do not hesitate to call us at
675 73 56 36 or write to us at the email
info@banototal.com
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