Glass Block Shower Designs
It is much enjoyable to design and build a bathroom making use of stylish glass block shower designs. It comes in wide array of colors and dimensions one can choose from. Aside from these, you need not to worry about complex building procedure as installation is simple and easy.
Here are some important points you may want to consider to achieve your desired glass block shower designs:
Bathroom size. The size of your glass blocks depend on the available space in your bathroom. Stall shower with glass blocks can widen limited space as light can easily pass through them. Larger spaces may use curved wall walk-in showers.
Glass block designs. Decide on the design you may want to work on. The usual thickness of glass blocks are 3-4 inches in smooth or frosted surfaces. Aside from the clear blocks, manufacturers now offer blue, black and silver tint that goes well with your chosen design.
Measurements. The key in the preparation phase are proper measurements. Consider factors such as size and depth of your tiles and the spaces between them. Failure to do precise measurements may cause you to cut the blocks just to fit them in.
Tools and Materials. When you decide to do your own installation, prepare necessary tools such as a framing square, electric drill and gaskets. Make sure to ready beforehand glass block spacers, RTV silicone, reinforcing bars, denatured alcohol and caulk.
Adjoining walls should make use of quality materials. Wedi building panel is highly recommended to prevent problems in the future. Its core foam interior and polymer and cement based allow it to be waterproof.
The shower wall can be reinforced and anchored by vinyl stack spacers and galvanized wire reinforcing and panel anchors. The vinyl spacer is non-porous and is recommended to anchor every 2 feet in height to the bordering walls.
Shower base. Choosing the appropriate shower base is an essential step in the design process. Among the types of bases are acrylic, custom mud set pan and 100% waterproof extruded polystyrene foam.
Acrylic bases are easy to clean, simple, no seems and easy to install. However, they are only available in a few sizes such as 60”x32” and 60”x34” for shower conversions and 72”x51” for walk in shower. They cannot be customized and difficult to fit the base of remodeled rooms.
Custom mud set pan base are mostly used for an elegant customized showers. It can be made to be installed over granite or marble as it is created on site. However, the procedure is messy, more prone to leaks and water breakage and is time consuming to set up.
100% waterproof extruded polystyrene foam bases can also be customized and installed in a shorter time frame. It has an improved quality because the pan is pre-slopped and makes use of materials that do not absorb water. On the other hand, the initial purchase is higher compared to the others.
Mapping. Plan the project and map the area where you intend to lay your glass blocks. In this way, your tools and materials will be used up accordingly without wasting much of your time and effort.
Professional Assistance. If you are not really into making your own design and installations, the need of experienced contractors and suppliers may be very beneficial. They will surely provide you a hassle-free service that is designed in accordance with your taste and budget.
Knowing the basics in the construction project could really make a big difference. It can provide you the most appealing glass block shower designs that can create a modish bathroom décor.
