Thinner Framed & Semi-Frameless Glass Shower Doors

You need a cost-effective shower door. You don’t want a cheap shower door from a big box retailer that doesn’t offer the size, finish, and privacy options you’re looking for and is a pain to clean. At Innovate, our thinner glass, framed & semi-frameless shower doors are great on a tight budget! These quality shower enclosures come in a broad range of options you want and a solid guarantee.

Learn more about Innovate Building Solutions thinner framed and semi-frameless shower door and panel systems. You’ll see you don’t have to sacrifice quality to get a shower door which won’t cost you an ‘arm and a leg.’

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Benefits of Thinner Framed & Semi-Frameless Shower Door Systems

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Easy to clean shower door frames and glass

A stylish shower door isn’t nice if it’s difficult to clean. With the standard ‘Stay-Kleen’ sloped threshold and (optional) AquaGlide glass surface protection (which minimizes mildew, soap scum and hard water) you WON’T be fighting with your shower door anymore.
Privacy glass options

If you’re looking for a shower door for a Jack and Jill bathroom your teenage daughter and son share, or just don’t want to be ‘on display’ when your little kids barge into your master bathroom, then you’ll want to check out the 11 privacy glass options in these framed or semi-frameless doors.
Made in the USA

It’s nice to know you’re getting a quality shower door which is made in the United States. It’s also nice to know if you ever need replacement parts you won’t be waiting months to get them.
Stylish finishes

The last thing you want is another chrome shower door which is a ‘water-spot magnet.’ In these framed and semi-frameless shower doors you can choose 12 finish options including fun new choices liked brushed gold, brushed brass and matte black. A cost-effective door DOES NOT have to be a ‘generic off-the-shelf’ door.
A guarantee you can count on

Rest assured you’ve made a quality choice knowing your limited lifetime guarantee is backed by a manufacturer with 66 years’ experience (Basco Shower Door).
Time effective deliveries

The shower door is the finishing touch of your newly remodeled bathroom. There’s no need to wait months for delivery. Most doors ship within 3 weeks (or ask about our Quick Ship program for common sized doors).
Multiple door styles

Whether you need a bypass shower door (where 2 doors slide), a single swing door, a NEO angle shower, or a door with a panel (for longer openings) you’ll find framed and semi-frameless doors in this line.
Odd sizes for small, short, and long showers

Whether you have a small single shower door which bangs into your toilet or vanity today – or a longer shower, check out this page to find a door which works WITHOUT draining your wallet. Unique small bifold shower doors or a long door and panel system are all options.
Shower specialists to guide you through the process

The Innovate Building Solutions team are focused on shower and bathroom remodeling. We’ll help you to find the right shower door AND match it with the best shower pan and grout free shower wall panels. There’s no need to ‘hope’ your shower door works with the rest of your shower system. Get the technical input you need to eliminate ordering mistake.

Bypass Sliding Glass Shower Doors

Benefits of Bypass Shower Doors

Bypass/sliding shower doors conserve bathroom floor space and feature the following benefits.

Sloped Stay-Kleen bottom threshold track doesn’t trap dirt, scum, and hair
Shower and tub door widths can range from 38” to 66” and work with most openings.
Openings up to 82” are possible with a bypass door and panel combination.
Shower heights of 65 ½”, 70” and 76” and tub heights of 56”, 57” and 65 ½” offer options for low or tall ceilings.
Thinner 3/16” framed or 1/4” semi-frameless glass systems offer a broad range of prices.
Double sliding door (bypass) tub and showers keep the water off the bathroom floor.
12 finishes will match your décor (see the glass and finish section for a complete list).
11 privacy glass options (see the glass and finish section for a complete list)
Both sliding shower doors open for maximum flexibility no matter what side the shower head or opening is on.
Curved header or popular sliding barn-door looks.
‘Perfect overlap’ shower doors are available to maximize the opening and minimize the overlap for bypass shower doors.
Glass surface protection (AquaGlide and ShowerGuard) available to minimize soap, scum and mildew build up (see the glass and finish section for more information).

Bypass brushed nickel finish semi-frameless
Bypass IN series 4400 brushed nickel
Bypass RT Series 5550 Shower Matte Black finish
Bypass tub RT series brushed nickel finish
Bypass CL Series Brushed Nickel Tub Surround
Bypass DE series framed silver finish

Swinging Glass Shower Doors

Benefits of Swinging Shower Doors

Swinging (also called pivoting) shower doors can be used in small stand-up showers or larger enclosures. See the benefits of Innovate’s framed and semi-frameless swinging doors below:

Single door openings as small as 20” (or as large as 36”) are possible.
Openings up to 72” are available with a 28” wide swinging door and panel combination. For narrower doors, a 24” wide door is standard.
Shower heights of 63 ½”, 67”, 70 ½” and 76” and tub heights of 57” and 65 ½” offer options for low or tall ceilings.
Thinner 3/16” framed or 1/4” semi-frameless glass systems offer a broader range of prices.
A clear vinyl drip deflector (on semi-frameless units) or drip rail (on framed units) keeps water inside the shower.
Select a framed steam shower door to keep the moisture inside.
Choose elegant pivoting French doors with openings up to 72” wide which make it simple when you have shower heads on both sides.
12 finishes to match your décor (see the glass and finish section for a complete list).
11 privacy glass options (see the glass and finish section for a complete list)

Swing DE Series Single Swing Continuous Hinge Silk Satin Nickel
Swing FUS Series semi-frameless Oil Rubbed Bronze
Swing IN Series Semi Frameless Clear Brushed Bronze Finish
Swing IN Series Semi-Frameless French Doors Strata Glass Chrome
Swing IN Series Clear Satin Nickel Finish
Swing IN Series Semi-Frameless Fluted Glass Antique Pewter
Swing CL Series Fluted Glass Brushed Bronze

Corner Glass Shower Doors & Enclosures

Benefits of Corner Glass Doors

Whether you have a small or large bathroom, corner showers have the benefit of bringing natural light into a shower with 2 or 3 glass sides. See the benefits of Innovate’s framed or semi-frameless rectangular, square or NEO angle corner showers below.

Corner showers are available with bypass (2 doors slide) or with a single swinging shower door.
Standard sized square and rectangular corner showers are available in 36” x 36”, 48” x 36” and 60” x 36” sizes.
Custom sized corner showers are available up to a 60” wide with two bypass shower doors or 66” wide with one swinging shower door.
NEO angle corner showers are designed to work for standard or custom shower pan dimensions.
Shower heights from 63 3/8” to 76” are possible depending on style for tall or short ceilings.
Thinner 3/16” framed or 1/4” semi-frameless glass systems offer a broad range of prices.
For the swinging doors a clear vinyl drip deflector (on semi-frameless units) or drip rail (on framed units) keeps water inside the shower.
12 finishes to match your décor (see the glass and finish section for a complete list).
11 privacy glass options (see the glass and finish section for a complete list).
Glass surface protection (AquaGlide and ShowerGuard) available to minimize soap, scum and mildew build up (see the glass and finish section for more information).

Corner IN Series Semi-Frameless Clear Silver NEO
Corner IN Series Semi-Frameless Clear Brushed Nickel
Corner IN Series Semi-Frameless Bypass Return Silk Door Brushed Bronze
Corner IN Series Semi-Frameless Clear Chrome Finish NEO

Glass & Finish Options

Even though you’re buying a thinner framed or semi-frameless shower door that’s no reason to sacrifice your privacy, sense of style or put up with a door which is difficult to clean. Check out the finish, privacy glass and glass surface protection systems to purchase your perfect shower door.

Frame Finish Options

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Privacy Glass Options

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Glass Surface Protection

If your old shower door is cloudy or has water spots inside the glass you can’t get out no matter how hard you try, you know the negative impacts of hard water on glass shower doors.

Hard water causes spots. Your door looks terrible.

However, the good news is you don’t have to be a slave to your squeegee and constantly cleaning your shower doors. Simplify your life with factory applied AquaGlide glass surface protection. You’ll see water beading off your shower glass like using wax on your car or RainX on your windshield.

This small investment saves hours of cleaning and keeps shower glass doors brighter and clearer.

Frequently Asked Questions About Framed and Semi-Frameless Shower Doors

Is a framed shower door or a semi-frameless shower door better?

Well – the short answer is both doors make sense, depending on your goals.

If you want a lower cost shower door which seals best around the door and is lighter to install (because the glass is generally thinner), the framed shower door will be best.

On the other hand, if you want more light in the shower (because there’s less framing), a better view of your wall panels or tile and a glass system which is simpler to clean – the semi-frameless glass shower door is best.

When is it best to use a sliding (or bypass) shower door and when is it best to use a pivoting (or hinged) shower door?

To learn the specific factors to decide which door is best for you read our blog post: “How to Compare Sliding vs. Pivoting Glass Shower Doors.”

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I’m looking to create a sauna. Is a framed, or frameless, shower door best?

A framed shower door provides the tightest seal at the sides between your glass framing and your shower surround wall panels or tile. It’s for this reason, a framed shower door is the preferred choice for a sauna.

Is a clear glass door or an obscure glass shower door better?

The majority of glass shower door sold are made with clear glass. See through glass is most popular because it costs less than obscure glass, it’s best to see stylish shower wall panels or custom tile patterns and it can make the shower feel bigger. The advantages of obscure glass are you’ll have more privacy and it’s harder to see spotting on the glass.

How can I make it simpler to clean my glass shower doors and ensure they look nice for years to come? What cleaning tool is recommended?

Just like you’ll apply RainX to your car for the water to bead off, it’s a smart investment to use a factory applied glass surface protection (called AquaGlide XP) to the glass to provide a shield against dirt build up and help water will bead off the glass. In addition, to keep the glass in pristine condition, a Cleret squeegee is a smart tool to use.

Can I use my shower door right after it’s installed?

It’s recommended to wait 24 hours after the shower door is installed (and the silicone sealant has had time to cure) before using the shower.

What’s the warranty on your glass shower doors?

These framed and semi-frameless glass shower doors come with a Limited Lifetime Warranty. Click here to learn more about the warranty – Framed and Semi-Frameless Shower Door Warranty.

Where can I get installation instructions for my glass shower door?

Ask your Innovate Shower Specialist to send you specific installation instructions for the model(s) of shower doors you’re considering.

How can I safely remove a sliding glass shower or tub door?

Many alcove showers – or tub/shower combinations – have old sliding shower or tub doors which need to be removed. Doing this safely can be stressful. To learn how to do this correctly read, “Tips on How to Safely Remove a Glass Sliding Shower Door.”

How to safely remove a glass sliding shower door

Can framed or semi-frameless glass shower doors be used with any type of shower surround system?

Yes. No matter what type of shower door you choose they can be paired with custom tile shower walls or grout free shower wall panels or fiberglass one-piece systems.

How framed, semi-frameless and completely frameless shower door compare in price?

As a generality the framed shower doors (with the thinnest glass doors) are cheapest, semi-frameless systems are mid-priced, and full frameless (with the thickest glass doors) are most expensive.

What’s the benefit of buying a framed or semi-frameless glass shower door from Innovate Building Solutions vs. buying from an Internet retailer or picking up a cheap door in a home center?

Experienced shower and bathroom designers who can guide you to the right glass door for your job. We’re not some ‘Internet site’ just selling products. Innovate has people who work daily with homeowners (and installing contractors) with shower bases, wall panels and glass shower doors. Bottom line – we know showers.
Stock complimentary lines of grout free shower wall panels and offer a wide range of low profile shower pans to compliment your framed or semi-frameless glass shower door.
Innovate has worked with over 190,000 customers since 1977 and is a debt-free company. We’ll be here to honor your warranty.
Outstanding reviews. Check them out on Google.
Leverage Innovate’s dealer network of professional installers across the country if you don’t have the time (or expertise) to DIY your job.