Happy weekend, my friends! Let me set the scene for you. It's a cold, gray morning, the sort of day where you want to just stay in bed. But alas, life calls. With a sigh (and perhaps a little groan), I shuffle to the bathroom, fearful of the typically foggy mirror, puddles of water and the general meh that make up my morning routine. Except — hold on — something's different. The minute I get into my shower, I'm met with a delightful surprise… my new decorative shower enclosure frame! Who knew such an easy switch could change the whole day?
Roll your eyes (I feel you lol), Then I will tell you little about what made this little shower door my secret weapon to hack happiness in life.
Design (and Why it's Important)
If you've ever lived the experience of standing in a bathroom while a half-hearted shower curtain hangs limply against your leg, you know how un-chic it can be. When I made the decision to wash my shower out of the 1970s with a good-looking framed shower door instead of a tattered 60-inch fabric shower curtain, little did I know what a difference it would make to my space — and mood.
The clean lines, the subtle sheen of metal against glass, the fact that it refracts light to make even a teeny toilet feel larger — it's like my lavatory took a deep breath and exhaled elegance. I went with a matte black framing (because I'm a sucker for a bold, graphic detail), but brushed nickel or chrome would look just as lovely depending on your aesthetic.
Pro Tip: For those who lean toward timeless design, a framed enclosure provides that sweet spot between contemporary and traditional. It's functional art for your bathroom, and I promise it's worth every penny.
The Aha Moment
You might be thinking: "Fine, but it's just a shower.” But what I mean is when your environment is designed and curated, it subliminally impacts your psychology.
Imagine: The warm steam starts to rise, the condensation delicately traces the glass (not my enclosure, thank you), and I feel … calm? Energized? I dare say even excited to get the day started. I must admit I never thought my personal oasis would be a small shower room.
Morning Routines, Leveled Up
So let's take a moment to appreciate the oft-unsung pleasures of a shower experience that simply works:
- No More Flooded Floors: The framed enclosure keeps everything sealed (literally). No rogue streams of water escaping onto the bathroom floor, no wet bath mats, and absolutely no last-minute towel mopping.
- Fog-Free Zen: I don't know if it's the way the glass saunters, dispensing steam, or that I ’m finally not spindling with a curtain, but the air feels fresher, lighter, less stifling.
- Clean-Up Made Easy: The enclosure's smooth glass panels (I had an anti-spot coating added because life is short) wipe down in no time. No more mildew wars or gunky liners — just sparkling convenience.
Why Framed Over Frameless?
Ah, the eternal question. While the frameless shower door has its charm, I feel like the framed style gives the room more stability. Not just does this add some structure to the room, it also adds contrast and layer, which is so important in a space that can often seem somewhat ubiquitous like the bathroom.
For me, the framing brings together other elements in my bathroom — black hardware, geometric tile, a moody paint color that suggests sophistication.
Fun Fact: The framing also ups durability, which is a big win if you're clumsy like me and have a history of… let's call them "glass incidents.”
The Small Factors That Make It Big
Since changing to the framed shower, I've started to see how little adjustments everywhere else in my life can create big joy. Like how a splash of good vanilla in your pancake batter makes breakfast 10x better. Or how switching to linen bedding changes your sleep.
But this mindful small change, subtle improvement every day, this will bring you such exquisite of life every day. So at the end of the day, isn't that what we want?
New version of My Morning Ritual
Now, my mornings are something like this:
- Step 1: Groggily walk to the bathroom.
- Step 2: Turn on the lights, look at the sparkle of the framed shower door in dimmed light, and smile a bit (yes, I really do).
- Step 3: Enjoy the perfect shower — the water pressure, neither strong nor weak, not very hot but also not cold; the glass is freshly cleaned and bright on the inside and outside; the body and mind are cocooned in the warm water, as if the complications of the same day are just a few-to-three kilometers far from me.
- Step 4: Dry off, put on your softest bathrobe and go on through the day somehow calm and happy.
It sounds easy, but it is very powerful.
Is It Worth It?
Short answer: Yes.
Long answer: Long answer: Hell yes, no doubt about it, 100 percent yes.
If you've been hesitating about upgrading your bathroom (or any area of your home), let this be your sign to go for it. Sometimes, it's the little tweaks that have the biggest effect.
A Final Summary (and Some Inspiration)
I totally understand that we all lead busy lives, and spending on these small upgrades can sometimes feel somewhat "extravagant.” But here's the thing: Life is about small moments. If you can deck out these moments to be better, to be more comfortable, to be you, why not?
Whether it's a framed shower door, a fabulous cup of coffee or a memorable coconut cake (yes, I still miss that cake), find the small things that bring you happiness. Whatever you do today, your future self will thank you for it.
Well, that said, I'm going to take mine!
(P.S. If you're curious about the specific shower door style I chose — or for some insight into what bathroom upgrades I'd recommend — leave a comment or send me a private message! Super willing to talk with you about home decoration design)
FAQ Section:
1. Is a Framed Shower Room Bad for Small Bathroom?
Of course you can! In fact, this could be the ideal fix for small spaces. Wide, uninterrupted surfaces of marble, along with transparent sections of clear glass, can also give a small bathroom an illusion of space and transparency. Tip: All glass, not frosted to make it feel more expansive — you won't regret it.
2. Is glass hard to clean?
Not at all (really). I picked an anti-scale coating, a godsend in the world of cleaning. A quick wipe with a wiper or microfiber cloth each time you exit the shower will keep you clean. And if you're into the low-maintenance vibe, matching it with a handheld showerhead makes getting those corners so easily clean.
3. Can the frame color or material be customized?
Of course you can! Many framed shower rooms come in a range of finishes like matte black, brushed nickel, polished chrome or even bronze. The trick is to go with a color that can align with existing hardware, or create a contrast that adds a sense of design.
(Got more questions? Leave them in the comments, and I'll try to help!)
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