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It’s All About the Glass and Mirrors

Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors, July 2023

Renovating a bathroom can be an exciting part of making a house your own, but it can be hard to know what style and finishes would look best in a space to give it a modern or stylish feel. Whether you’re looking for a full renovation or just some touchups to update, there are some great ideas featuring glass that will really bring the room to life.

An interesting option to upgrade a bathroom is to install a frameless shower enclosure. The style is timeless and adds an upscale look to the space. The glass shower enclosure usually features a large glass door and/or panel(s) with very little hardware. This chic design gives the illusion of a more spacious room. It looks very sleek and there are many benefits to this type of shower enclosure.

The glass holds up well over time in both function as well as style. The glass enclosures have fewer grooves and crevices, which will save buildup from happening over time. It is also very easy to take care of and clean. There’s nothing like glass to help your bathroom shine for a long time, and is make it even easier to maintain.

If you have a smaller bathroom, glass enclosures and mirrors can help to make the space seem larger. The transparent glass in the shower allows for the space to extend beyond a typical shower curtain or door. You can get creative with beautiful tiling to really upgrade the shower. Mirrors are also a great way to enhance the space without having to knock out a wall. Consider installing a mirror with integrated lights for a modern look. Large mirrors with a backsplash are also stylish and will help to open up a smaller room.

There are many updates you could make to the bathrooms in your home. A sleek glass enclosure, enhancing the space in the room, will also boost your home’s value. Contacting a professional to get a quote is the perfect first step in getting the bathroom you’ll love for years to come.


About The Author

Glass and Mirrors
David Gura & Lew Gura
Bryn Mawr Glass
610-853-2990

Glass and mirror experts David Gura and his brother Lew Gura are the local deans of specialty glass and mirror. And it’s no wonder! Bryn Mawr Glass (now located in Havertown) has been suburban Philadelphia’s leading specialty glass and mirror shop for every type of residential and commercial project since it was established in 1947. With expert knowledge of their craft, Dave and Lew get every job done right the first time, whether it’s redoing a shower enclosure or any service for glass windows, doors, table tops and mirrors. Dave and Lew Gura treat everyone with respect, a business practice that created and maintains the great reputation Bryn Mawr Glass has earned over more than 70 years of operation. Their expert staff truly loves their work and appreciates your business.

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