When it comes to windows and bathrooms, do they go together? On one side of the argument a window offers natural light and energy savings as well as a natural way to keep mildew at bay. But those opposed argue that a windows compromise privacy—which is a pretty basic need while bathing. And windows in the bathroom require more work to keep clean thanks to hard water build up. But if you are remodeling a bathroom or shower area that already has a window, you may have to work with what you have. The design experts at Bath Planet can work with a bathing area that contains a window while giving you options to maintain privacy.
Custom Measured Bath/Shower Walls
If your bathroom window is in the same space where the bathtub or shower surround will be installed, some special fabrication will be required to make it work. The good news is that it is possible. As part of the initial design planning, your project coordinator will come to your home and take some measurements.
Those measurements will go directly to the factory where bath or shower walls will be fabricated to your exact measurements. Professional installers will then fit your custom fabricated materials around the existing window.
Window Trim for Bath/Shower Walls
Window trim is the material that gives a rough-cut window opening a finished look. In most cases, window trim is natural wood. Unfortunately wood is easily damaged by water and repeated exposure can lead to warping and decay. This means that your bathroom windows need special trim materials. Our team of experts can install waterproof window trim on your bath/shower wall windows that prevents mildew and water damage. Window trim options can be matched to any color palette. And, Bath Planet custom fit bath surrounds can be fabricated to fit any size of existing window.
Shower Doors that let Window Light Shine Through
One of the biggest benefits of a shower window is that it allows natural light to fill the bathroom. From an interior design standpoint, this makes a big impact on a small room. But that light is wasted unless it can fill the room. A glass shower door that allows light to shine through is the best choice to take advantage of the natural light from a window.
Shower doors come in many different styles. A by-pass slider door features two sections that slide over or behind one another to allow entry. Swing doors open like a regular entry door. And barn-style doors has one movable section and one stationary section. The movable section slides over the other section to allow entry. Or, for a little flair on the aesthetic, you could opt for an s-curve door design. This is basically a by-pass door that has curved edges.
Glass finishes for shower doors come in clear glass for a clean look or rain glass for privacy. Shower door finishes come in the standard assortment of metallic options, including:
- Brushed Gold
- Brushed Nickel
- Chrome
- Matte Black
- Oil Rubbed Bronze
Dress Up Other Windows in the Bathroom
While you are remodeling the bath or shower area, don’t overlook other windows and walls in the bathroom. Bath Planet can include matching wainscoting that goes with your new tub or shower. Wainscot typically goes on the bottom half of the wall, offering a water-resistant decorative finish.
Bath Planet is your alternative to the typical under-budgeted and overpriced bathroom renovation experience. We offer cost-effective ways to customize your bathroom. Tackling windows with custom-fit surrounds is no problem for our fabrication team. Contact a bath design expert to get started today.