How to Choose the Right Custom Shower Screen for Your Bathroom

When it comes to upgrading your bathroom, few features make as much visual impact as a sleek, modern shower screen. But with so many configurations, finishes, and glass types available, choosing the right custom shower screen can feel overwhelming. That’s where a little expert guidance goes a long way.

Whether you’re renovating your entire bathroom or simply replacing an outdated screen, this guide will help you choose the right style, size, and material to match your layout, lifestyle, and design vision, all while ensuring long-term functionality and value.

Understand Your Bathroom Layout

Your bathroom’s size and layout play a big role in what kind of shower screen you can (and should) install. For example, if space is limited, a semi frameless sliding shower screen can provide easy entry without taking up extra room. These types of configurations help make compact bathrooms feel more open and usable without sacrificing style.

On the other hand, if you have the luxury of space, you might consider a frameless shower screen with a fixed panel or swinging door. These are a popular choice in many of the custom-built shower screens we install, especially in newly renovated bathrooms looking for a minimalist, high-end feel.

Whichever route you choose, it’s important to start by accurately measuring your space. We’ve outlined the process in our step-by-step shower screen measurement guide, which walks you through everything you’ll need to get the correct dimensions.

Choose Your Shower Screen Style

There are several styles of shower screens to consider, each offering different benefits depending on your bathroom layout and personal preference:

• Frameless Shower Screens – Ideal for a clean, modern look. Made from 10mm toughened glass, they blend seamlessly with your existing tile and tapware, creating a visually open space.
• Semi-Frameless Screens – A versatile choice with a framed perimeter and all-glass panels. These are custom built in-house by the Casse Glass team for added quality control.
• Fully Framed Screens – Great for budget-conscious projects or family homes. They offer excellent water sealing and durability.
• Sliding Screens – Best for tight spaces or smaller bathrooms. Our frameless and semi-frameless slider options are designed to optimize space while still offering a smooth, premium feel.

You can explore each of these configurations in more detail on our shower screens page, where we break down which option suits different room sizes and layouts.

Pick the Right Glass and Hardware

Beyond layout and style, one of the biggest custom decisions you’ll make is the type of glass and hardware finish. At Casse Glass, we use Australian standard toughened safety glass — typically 6mm for semi-frameless and 10mm for frameless models. This ensures strength, durability, and compliance with building codes.

Glass can be:

• Clear – The most common and timeless
• Frosted or patterned – For added privacy
• Tinted – Often used for a modern or moody aesthetic

Hardware finishes are just as important to the final look. We offer a wide range of colours and styles so you can match your screen fittings to your tapware or accessories. From polished chrome to matte black or brushed brass, your shower screen becomes part of the overall design narrative, not just a functional feature.

Decide Between Supply-Only or Supply & Install

If you’re a DIYer or working with your own builder, you might consider our supply-only custom shower screens, which come with all necessary hardware and easy-to-follow installation instructions. You can build your shower screen in just a few steps using our custom design tool, and we even offer delivery throughout the Campbelltown and Camden regions.

Prefer a hands-off experience? Most homeowners go for our supply and install service, where our team handles everything from measurement to final installation. Because we build our screens in-house, we maintain strict quality control throughout the process, meaning no delays, no compromises, and no middlemen.

Match Your Screen with the Rest of the Bathroom

Your shower screen shouldn’t feel like an afterthought. Think about how it will work with the rest of your bathroom design, including tile colour, vanity size, and even lighting. For instance, in bathrooms that already include reflective surfaces like mirror splashbacks or glass shelving, a frameless shower screen can continue that open, airy feel without visual interruption.

If you’re planning a full renovation, you might also want to coordinate with other custom glass features like bathroom mirrors, splashbacks, or even mirrored wardrobe doors in adjacent rooms. These finishing touches help create a seamless flow throughout your home and elevate the overall result.

Get Professional Advice Before You Order

You don’t have to make all these decisions on your own. At Casse Glass, our team has been building and installing custom shower screens in Sydney homes for over 20 years. We’re a family-run business with three generations of experience, and we genuinely love helping homeowners bring their bathroom ideas to life.

We offer free, no-obligation quotes either onsite or over the phone, and we’re happy to walk you through the options that fit your space, style, and budget. Whether you want something basic, luxury, or somewhere in between. We’ve got a solution that works.

You can see examples of our recent projects and real customer results in the Our Work gallery, where quality speaks for itself.

Final Thoughts

Choosing the right custom shower screen is about balancing functionality, design, and the unique shape of your bathroom. With options ranging from fully framed to frameless, and everything in between, the key is finding what fits both your space and your vision.

At Casse Glass, we don’t just install shower screens — we help you design a better bathroom. If you’re ready to get started, reach out for a free quote or browse our full range of styles on our Custom Shower Screen Builder.

Let’s create something built just for you.