Choosing Your Shower Door Type and Size

Trying to find the best shower door options for you? Read this post to learn everything you need to know about choosing the best option for your space.

What Is the Standard Size for Shower Doors?

Shower doors come in a variety of sizes and dimensions to fit your walk-in shower. However, the standard shower door size is between 22 inches and 36 inches wide and 72 inches high. If the width is more than 36 inches, an extra panel may be needed to support the extra weight.

Pivot Shower Door Vs. Sliding Shower Door

If you’re trying to decide between a pivot shower door and a sliding shower door, think about how much space you have in your bathroom.

Pivot Shower Doors

Pivot shower doors open similarly to a car door or any other type of door that you find in your house. This shower door style pivots on a fixed point to allow you to enter the shower. Pivot shower doors normally create a wider angle, allowing for more mobility.

If you plan to install these doors, make sure that you leave enough space for them to open without colliding with anything in your bathroom.

Pivot Shower Door Sizes & Dimensions

74” H x 48” W
74” H x 36” W

Sliding Shower Doors

Sliding glass shower doors move laterally from one side of the door frame to the other, allowing for easy step-in. These are a great way to strategically utilize the space in your bathroom. Also, sliding glass shower doors are available for both showers and bathtubs.

Sliding Shower Door Dimensions

82” H x 60” W
82” H x 48” W
78” H x 60” W
78” H x 48” W
76” H x 60” W
76” H x 48” W
75.5″ H x 72″ W
75.5″ H x 66″ W
75.5″ H x 60″ W
75.5″ H x 54″ W
75.5″ H x 48″ W
62” H x 60” W (Bath Door Only)

Clear or Frosted Shower Doors

When selecting a shower door, one of the first decisions you’ll make is whether to choose clear or frosted glass. Each option offers different benefits depending on the level of light, openness, and privacy you want in your bathroom.

Clear Shower Doors

Clear glass shower doors are one of the most common styles of shower doors. Since these doors are more transparent, they let more light into your bathroom. Also, clear glass shower doors can make your shower appear bigger by providing a more holistic view of the space.