ABOUT SHOWER STALLS

Shower stalls involve four main components. The shower base is fitted to the floor, to collect water from the shower and to provide a firm base. The shower door is usually made of safety glass, and may be framed or frameless. Unless the shower is fitted into a recess, there will also be a need for one or two side panels, which are also usually made of safety glass and may be framed or frameless. Finally, the side or sides of the shower stall which are adjacent to a wall need waterproofing either by tiling or with a waterproof panel.

LEADING SHOWER STALL MANUFACTURERS

The following leading shower stall manufacturers have comprehensive websites, with information on all aspects of shower stalls, including online catalogs, colours and materials for shower stalls, and care and maintenance of shower stalls.

American Bath Industries Shower Stalls. American Bath Industries, which is based in Hayward, California, manufactures a wide range of bathtub and shower wall enclosures. Its products are promoted as a more effective alternative to tiling, with less risk of water penetration. Its AmeriWall bathroom shower enclosure systems can be trimmed to fit most bath, tub, and shower stall projects. They can be installed in a few hours, and are much easier to cut to size than bath tile, bath stone, or bathroom glass. AmeriWall is made from acrylic plastic; this is a tight-pored material which does not allow mold or mildew to get a foothold, and will not crack or yellow.

Clarion Bathware Shower Stalls. Clarion Bathware, which is based in Shippenville, Pennsylvania, has been manufacturing gel-coat and acrylic shower enclosures since 1973. Gel-coat shower stalls are maunfactured using the spray-up method. Acrylic shower stalls are vacuum formed from a solid sheet of acrylic. Its website is organized into the following main sections: Showers, Tub Showers, Whirlpools & Soakers, Assisted Living, Master Shower Collection, New Products, and New Assisted Living Products. Other sections cover: Color Information, Warranty Information, Care & Cleaning, and Whirlpool Operation & Cleaning.

Artistcraft Shower Stalls. Artistcraft, of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, has been manufacturing a range of frameless glass shower enclosures for 15 years. Its website is organized into the following main sections: Shower Doors & Enclosures, Shower Bases & Walls, Bathtub Enclosures, Glass & Sandblasted Designs, Steam Showers, Hinges Handles & Hardware, Bathroom Accessories, Installation Tools, Sealants Tapes & Wall Anchors, and Cleaning Materials. Shower Stalls ships complete with: Safety Glass Panels, Non-rust Hinge Components, Fastening Clips or U Channel, Vinyl Seals & Adjustment Shims, and Mildew Resistant Silicone.

USEFUL LINKS RELEVANT TO SHOWER STALLS

Bath Enclosures Manufacturers Association

National Kitchen & Bath Association

Plumbing & Drainage Institute

Plumbing Manufacturers Institute

Plumbing Web

CONSTRUCTION PRODUCT DIRECTORIES

The following recommended websites contain information on construction products, including standard specifications, manufacturers' specs, and CAD details: 4specs, Arcat, Arcom, First Source, Sweets.

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