Frameless glass, measured and built for your bathroom
For new showers and bathroom remodels. We measure the opening at home, cut tempered glass to those exact numbers, and install it in one visit. No kits, no gaps filled with extra caulk.
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Why custom glass instead of a kit
Store kits come in standard widths. Most bathrooms aren't standard. Walls lean a little, floors slope toward the drain, and tile adds thickness nobody planned for. A kit covers those gaps with trim and silicone, and that's usually where leaks and mildew start.
We measure the real opening, including how far each wall is out of plumb, and cut the glass to match. Tempered glass can't be trimmed once it's made, so getting the numbers right at your house is the whole job.
| Store-bought kit | City Doors & Glass | |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Standard sizes, gaps closed with trim | Cut to your measured opening |
| Glass | Thickness varies | 3/8" or 1/2" tempered safety glass |
| Hardware | Few finish options | Solid brass or stainless, five finishes |
| Measuring | You measure and order | We measure at your home |
| Install | You or a handyman | Our crew, usually a few hours |
Enclosure styles we build
Not sure which fits? Tell us about your bathroom and we'll suggest one with your estimate. Drawings show each layout from above.
Single hinged or pivot door
For a shower with walls on three sides. One clean piece of glass.
Best for: 3-wall alcovesDoor and fixed panel
The most common layout. A hinged door beside one or two fixed panels.
Best for: Wide openingsNeo-angle corner
Two fixed panels and a door at 45 degrees. Saves space in a corner.
Best for: Corner showersKnee wall and bench
Glass cut to sit on a tiled half wall or fit around a built-in seat.
Best for: Half walls and seatsSteam showers
Full-height glass to the ceiling, built to hold steam in.
Best for: Steam generatorsGlass and hardware options
Glass thickness
3/8" (10 mm) or 1/2" (12 mm). Half-inch is heavier and feels more solid on a hinged door.
Glass type
Clear, low-iron (no green edge tint), frosted, gray or bronze. Tempered safety glass meeting ANSI Z97.1.
Hardware finishes
Solid brass or stainless steel. Hinges, handles and towel bars all match.
From first call to finished shower
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Call or fill in the form
We ask a few questions about your shower and book a free measurement.
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We measure at your home
Walls checked for plumb, floor for level, and you see a drawing of what we'll build.
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Your glass gets made
Cut and tempered to your numbers. Install is typically 5 to 10 business days after you order.
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One-visit install
New glass and hardware go in, then everything is sealed, adjusted, tested and cleaned up.
What affects the price
Every opening is different, so we price after we see it. These five things move the number most.
Free, written estimate
We measure at your home and give you a price in writing before any glass is ordered.
Get a free estimateGlass thickness
1/2" glass costs more than 3/8" and needs heavier hinges.
Size and number of panels
Wider and taller openings use more glass and hardware.
Hardware and finish
Hinges, handles and towel bars in one of five finishes.
Glass type
Clear, low-iron, frosted, gray or bronze. Upgrades cost a little more than clear glass.
Walls and floor
Walls or floors far out of square take more fitting time.
Recent installs
Frameless shower questions
How much does a frameless shower enclosure cost?
It depends on size, layout, glass thickness and hardware. We give a free written estimate after we measure the space.
3/8" or 1/2" glass?
Both are safe. Half-inch is stiffer and feels more solid on a swinging door, which is why most people pick it. 3/8" costs less and works for many layouts.
My walls aren't straight. Can you still do it?
Yes. We measure how far off each wall is and cut the glass to match, so gaps stay even and the seals close.
How long does it take?
Measuring takes under an hour. Glass is usually ready 5 to 10 business days after you order, and the install is one visit of a few hours.
Do you work on new showers only?
Yes. We build and install frameless glass for new showers and bathroom remodels. We measure once the tile is finished, so the glass fits the final opening.
What areas do you serve?
Washington DC, Montgomery, Prince George's, Howard, Anne Arundel, Frederick and Charles counties in Maryland, and Fairfax, Loudoun, Arlington and Prince William counties in Virginia.