What frameless shower door means
A frameless shower door is heavy tempered glass held by hinges and clips with little or no metal frame around it.
Also called glass shower enclosure.
Where it matters on a glass job
Measure after tile is done, since the walls must be finished and plumb. Heavy panels need solid blocking or studs behind the hinge locations; ask about it before the tile goes up.
What it costs
Jobs that involve frameless shower door are priced in the shower installation cost guide: about $8,200 typical, usually $4,450 to $11,000. The guide shows its sources and what moves the price.
Work it out
- Cost guide: Shower installation cost
- Tools, templates and guides: Free glass resources