Frameless Shower Doors & Custom Glass in Seattle, WA

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Semi-frameless uses a slim frame around the perimeter of the fixed panel only. It is a more affordable, watertight option that still reads modern. Frameless uses thick tempered glass with minimal hardware and is what most Seattle customers choose for new builds and remodels because it shows the tile work and reads as a higher-end finish. We specialize in custom frameless and semi-frameless enclosures and don't install standard framed aluminum-channel doors.

Standard clear glass has a slight green tint that becomes more visible at thicker sizes and on larger panels. Low-iron glass (sometimes sold as Starphire or Ultra-Clear) removes the iron content responsible for the tint, so the glass reads truly clear. It's a common upgrade on high-end bathrooms with white or light-colored tile, where the green tint of standard glass is most noticeable. Expect roughly a 15 to 25% upcharge.

Usually yes. If the hardware is in good condition we spec a matching tempered panel to fit the existing hinges and clips. If the hardware is also failing, we recommend replacing the full unit so the warranty covers the whole assembly. We'll tell you which path makes sense at the measure visit, not after.

No. Replacing or adding a shower door is not a permitted item in any Puget Sound jurisdiction we work in. (Glass railings over 30" above grade are different. Those typically do require permits, and we can pull them on your behalf.)

Yes. We work with both contractors and homeowners. For contractor projects, we coordinate measure and install dates against your schedule and submit clean specs for permit reviews where needed.

Typical timeline is 1.5 to 2 weeks. Highly custom panels (oversize, Starphire, specialty texture) can extend that. We flag the timeline at the measure visit, not after we have your deposit.

For shower-door and mirror work, no. Those installs don't require permits. For glass railings on elevated decks, code review is the contractor's responsibility; we provide spec documentation that supports inspection.

Yes. Tim measures and calls out wall conditions before fabrication. The panel is fabricated to fit the wall as it is, not to a theoretical right angle.

Seattle pricing follows the measure, not the zip code. The opening size, glass thickness, hardware finish, and upgrades like Starphire set the number. We measure free, quote in writing, and hold the quote.

Yes, and it's common work for us. Original walls are rarely plumb, so the replacement panel is fabricated to the actual geometry of the opening. The house's age changes the measure, not the quality of the result.