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    How to Choose Semi Frameless Shower Screens

    Semi frameless shower screens have become increasingly popular in modern bathrooms across Perth, offering homeowners a stylish yet practical shower solution for any bathroom renovation. But what is a semi frameless shower screen exactly? It’s a contemporary shower design featuring glass panels framed only along essential edges, delivering a clean, minimalist style without compromising strength or affordability. A semi frameless shower provides the perfect balance between fully framed and frameless designs, combining aesthetic appeal, easy maintenance, and budget-friendly pricing. Whether updating your current bathroom or planning a new renovation, semi frameless shower screens deliver elegance and practicality in equal measure.

    Semi-Framed Shower Screen FAQs

    A semi-frameless shower screen combines the sleek look of frameless glass with the structural benefits of framed support. The perimeter (usually the wall and floor edges) is framed in aluminium, while the door and adjacent glass panels remain unframed or minimally framed, creating a cleaner, more modern appearance than fully framed screens.

    The main difference lies in how much of the glass is supported by a frame.

    • Frameless showers use thicker glass (usually 10mm) and minimal hardware for an ultra-minimalist look.
    • Semi-frameless showers feature thin aluminium framing around the outer edges, while the main panels and door remain mostly glass for a modern, open feel.

    Semi-frameless options offer better water containment, greater stability, and are more affordable—making them a popular choice for Ross’s customers.

    It depends on your needs:

    • Frameless doors are ideal for high-end minimalist bathrooms but cost more and offer less water sealing.
    • Semi-frameless doors provide the best of both worlds—clean lines, strong support, and improved water resistance. At Ross’s, most customers prefer semi-frameless doors for their durability, easier installation, and overall value.

    At Ross’s Discount Home Centre, semi-frameless shower screens start from around $760, depending on the size, configuration, and hardware finish. This makes them a cost-effective option compared to frameless showers, which start at $980 or more.

    Semi-frameless shower doors are typically made from 6mm toughened safety glass, as per Australian Standard AS/NZS 2208. This offers a perfect balance of strength, visual lightness, and compliance with safety regulations—ideal for home bathrooms.

    Semi-frameless shower doors are more expensive than fully framed models but less expensive than frameless designs. They offer a stylish, modern upgrade while staying within a reasonable budget—perfect for renovators who want an upscale look without the premium cost.

    Semi-frameless shower doors operate on a pivot or hinge system, typically mounted within the minimal frame. They swing open (inward or outward) and feature a magnetic closing strip for a watertight seal. The supporting frame ensures greater structural integrity while still showcasing the glass as the main feature.

    If you’re DIY-savvy, Ross’s semi-frameless shower screens are designed for easy self-installation, saving you hundreds. For professional installation, expect to pay between $195 and $350, depending on the size, number of panels, and local labour rates.

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