Reliable Custom Shower Screens
South Melbourne Glass, the trusted glazier serving Melbourne, VIC, has specialised in custom shower screens for residential and commercial bathrooms across the city since 1978. Whether you are renovating a compact inner-city apartment in Southbank or updating a heritage home in Albert Park or Middle Park, a made-to-measure screen can transform the way your bathroom looks and functions. Call (03) 9690 4982 today to book your free measure and quote.
Frameless, Semi-Frameless, and Framed: Which Style Suits Your Bathroom?
The right screen style depends on your bathroom layout, budget, and aesthetic goals. South Melbourne Glass supplies and installs custom shower screens in all three styles.
Frameless screens use thick toughened glass (typically 10 mm or 12 mm) secured by polished or matte hardware, with no surrounding metal frame. They suit modern bathrooms and walk-in shower recesses, and create a seamless, open feel that works especially well in Melbourne's mix of contemporary apartments and newer builds. These screens typically sit at the higher end of the price range.
Semi-frameless screens combine a minimal frame around the perimeter with frameless glass panels for the door or moving section. They offer a cleaner look than fully framed screens while remaining more budget-friendly than a fully frameless design.
Framed screens use aluminium framing on all sides. They are the most watertight option and suit period homes or bathrooms where a tighter seal around the enclosure matters most.
How Much Does a Custom Shower Screen Cost in Melbourne?
Custom shower screen pricing in Melbourne can typically range from around $800 for a straightforward framed screen up to $2,500 or more for a large frameless installation with premium hardware. Key factors include glass thickness, screen size, the number of panels, hardware finish (chrome, brushed nickel, or matte black), and access difficulty. A free on-site measure and quote gives you an accurate figure before any work begins.
How Our Installation Process Works
South Melbourne Glass follows a clear, consistent process from first contact to finished screen.
- Free Measure and Quote: A glazier visits your home, measures the space precisely, and discusses your style preferences and budget.
- Design and Glass Fabrication: Your screen is cut, edged, and toughened to Australian standards (AS 1288) at our South Melbourne workshop.
- Hardware Selection: You choose the frame style and hardware finish to match your bathroom fixtures.
- Professional Installation: Our glaziers fit the screen, secure all brackets and seals, and check the door swing and water containment.
- Final Inspection: We confirm everything is level, sealed, and functioning correctly before we leave.
Your Shower Screen Questions, Answered
Can I Install a Shower Screen Myself?
DIY installation is not recommended. Toughened glass is heavy, precise levelling is essential, and professional fitting ensures compliance with Victorian building requirements.
How Do Custom Shower Screens Prevent Leaks?
Custom screens are measured to your exact dimensions. Proper seals, quality hardware, and correct door alignment keep water contained within the enclosure.
What Glass Thickness Do I Need?
Frameless screens need 10 mm or 12 mm glass. Semi-frameless screens use 8 mm to 10 mm. Your glazier recommends thickness based on panel size.
Get a Free Measure and Quote Today
South Melbourne Glass has been serving Melbourne, VIC, homeowners and builders since 1978. Our glaziers are AGWA members and work to AS 1288 standards on every job. To arrange a free, no-obligation measure and quote for your shower screens, schedule your installation online. You can also find us on Google as South Melbourne Glass to read reviews and confirm our location.
