If you’re searching for shower screen installation near me in Perth, you’re looking at three things at once: a local installer who actually comes to your suburb, custom shower screens that fit your bathroom (not your neighbour’s), and a job that complies with Australian standards so it doesn’t fail an insurance claim later. Glazewell handles all three. We are Perth’s local glaziers based at 30 Fortitude Boulevard, Gnangara, with over 25 years of experience and 80+ customer reviews averaging 4.7 stars.
This guide explains how we install shower screens across the Perth metro area, what the process looks like, how to compare local installers properly, and what each type of screen costs to install.
Why Choose Glazewell for Local Shower Screen Installation
We are Perth’s trusted shower screens specialist with over 25 years’ experience in Western Australia, serving residential and commercial clients across real estate, health, education, and retail. Our experienced team of professional glaziers measures, manufactures, and installs every job in-house, so you deal with one company from your free consultation through to the final silicone bead.
Custom-made glass is preferred in Perth due to often uneven walls or unique layouts, as opposed to pre-made options. We are one of the only companies in Perth that genuinely measure and manufacture all glass shower screen products exactly to individual bathroom requirements. That means we accommodate tiling run-outs, dog-legs and angled configurations, hobs and shower bases, drop-down recesses, ceiling variations, and nib walls.
Prioritize compliance with Australian Safety Standards when choosing a shower screen installation service. Installation should comply with AS1288 safety standards, using Grade A toughened or laminated safety glass — and that is the standard every Glazewell job is built to. We also issue a formal certificate of compliance on completion, which matters for home insurance and resale inspections in WA.
Shower Screen Types We Install in Perth
Frameless Shower Screens
Frameless shower screens provide a sleek, contemporary appearance with minimal metal framing, creating a seamless look in bathrooms. They are the most popular choice for new builds and renovations in Perth homes because they maximise natural light and visual space.
Standard glass thickness for fully framed structures is 4mm to 6mm; semi-frameless options require at least 6mm; frameless designs demand 10mm or 12mm glass panels. Our frameless installations use 10mm toughened safety glass with slimline hardware in chrome, brushed nickel, matt black, or brushed brass.
Semi Frameless Shower Screens
Semi-framed shower screens offer a balance between structural strength and modern aesthetics, featuring a partial frame along two sides while allowing for elegant glass door panels. They are popular with renovators who want the look of frameless at a friendlier price point.
Our semi frameless installations use 6mm toughened safety glass, include a high-end water seal, pivot clamp, and shower door handle as standard, and come with mitred or polished edges. Frame finishes available include matt natural, white, and black.
Fully Framed Shower Screens
Framed shower screens are enclosed with aluminum or stainless steel frames, providing maximum structural support and a classic look. They are the most cost-effective option and suit rental properties, second bathrooms, and traditional designs.
We supply framed shower screens in 6.38mm laminated safety glass, 5mm, or 10mm toughened safety glass options, with pivot doors or sliding doors and a wide range of frame colours including matt natural, white, and almond cream.
Framed shower screens provide maximum structural support and reliability, making them a traditional choice for various bathroom designs, while also offering excellent value. They are the workhorse of the rental and second-bathroom market in Perth.
Shower Enclosures, Corner Screens, and Bath Screens
Shower enclosures typically consist of three sides of glass panels with a door on the front, customizable in style and glass type. They suit walk-in showers and ensuites without an existing tiled recess.
Corner shower screens are designed to fit into the corner of a bathroom, making them a popular choice for smaller spaces. Bath screens convert a tub into a bath-and-shower combination and stop water spilling onto the floor — ideal where space is tight.
Our Shower Screen Installation Process
The installation process begins with a comprehensive consultation and measurement to ensure a perfect fit for the shower screen. Here is what happens on a typical Glazewell job, from first call to final clean-up.
Step 1: Free On-Site Check Measure
Choose a service providing a physical on-site check measure to account for unlevel tiling and walls. We send a qualified glazier to your home to measure the recess, assess the existing fixtures, and discuss configuration and hardware options with you. The visit is free and there is no obligation.
Reputable services audit the bathroom layout to maintain appropriate clearance gaps between the shower screen and surrounding fixtures. We check tile lines, hob heights, drain locations, vanity clearance, and door swing during this visit — the kind of detail pre-measured online quotes always miss.
Step 2: Custom Manufacturing in Perth
Your glass is cut, toughened, polished, and prepared at our facility in Gnangara. Toughening is done off-site at an accredited processor to AS1288, then returned for edge work and hardware fitting. Lead time is typically 7-10 working days for standard frameless and semi frameless screens.
Step 3: Installation Day
Professional shower screen installation typically takes 4-6 hours for standard configurations, with custom-made shower screens potentially requiring additional time depending on complexity. Our installers protect existing fixtures, drill and fit brackets or channels, lift and secure the panels, fit hinges and seals, and finish with silicone bead and a clean-down.
Professional installers handle most preparation for shower screen installation, though ensuring bathroom access and removing personal items helps streamline the process. We ask homeowners to clear the bathroom and ensure the shower won’t be used for 24 hours after silicone is laid, but otherwise the day is hands-off for you.
Step 4: Certificate of Compliance and Warranty
Request a formal certificate of compliance upon job completion to validate home insurance and future property inspections in Western Australia. We issue this with every install, plus a comprehensive warranty covering materials and workmanship. Both the materials and installation labor should be backed by a solid warranty in case of defects or leaks.
How to Choose a Shower Screen Installer in Perth
Not every “shower screen installation near me” Google result is a real local installer. Some are lead-gen sites that resell your enquiry to subcontractors. Here is what separates a genuine Perth glazier from a middleman.
Check Their Glass Certification
The screen and the install must comply with AS1288 using Grade A toughened or laminated safety glass. Ask the installer to confirm in writing. Anything thinner than 6mm or untoughened is a red flag.
Look at the Warranty Terms in Writing
Look for local providers offering at least a 2-year warranty on workmanship and hardware, plus a warranty on silicone sealing joints. Cheap operators warranty the glass (it’s already warranted by the manufacturer) but not the install. That’s where leaks come from.
Ask About Hardware Spec
Solid brass or marine-grade stainless steel hardware is recommended over cheap zinc-alloy components, which degrade in high humidity. Zinc-alloy hinges look identical on day one but pit and seize within 18 months in a Perth bathroom. Ask the installer to name the brand of hinges and brackets they fit.
Confirm the Quote Scope
Verify if the quote includes removal and disposal of the old screen, as well as post-installation cleanup. A surprising number of “cheap” quotes exclude both — you find out when the installer leaves the old screen on your verge and asks for an extra two hundred and fifty dollars on the day.
Shower Screen Installation Costs in Perth
Most Perth homeowners spend between nine hundred and three thousand eight hundred dollars on a supplied-and-installed shower screen. The spread depends on glass type, screen size, hardware finish, and how complex the install is.
What Affects the Price
Glass thickness is the biggest single factor — a 10mm frameless screen costs roughly twice as much as a 6mm semi-frameless, and around three times as much as a 5mm framed screen. After that, the price moves on:
- Hardware finish — chrome and brushed nickel are standard; matt black and brushed brass attract a premium
- Glass treatment — clear is standard, frosted glass, fluted, or low-iron glass adds cost
- Configuration — a single fixed panel is cheaper than a door-plus-return, which is cheaper than a three-sided enclosure
- Bathroom complexity — nib walls, dog-legs, hobs, and irregular tiling all add labour
- Glass type — fully framed structures use 4mm to 6mm; semi-frameless needs at least 6mm; frameless uses 10mm or 12mm
Get an Accurate Quote, Not a Phone Estimate
Quotes given over the phone from a sketch or photo are guesses. A real quote requires precise measurements taken on site, an assessment of the existing fixtures, and confirmation of the hardware spec. Glazewell provides detailed quotes after a free in-home measurement — no obligation, no pressure.
Perth Suburbs We Serve
Glazewell installs across the entire Perth metropolitan area from our Gnangara base. Common service suburbs include:
- Northern suburbs: Joondalup, Wanneroo, Mindarie, Butler, Hillarys, Greenwood, Duncraig
- Eastern suburbs: Midland, Kalamunda, Forrestfield, Swan Valley, Bassendean, Mount Lawley
- Southern suburbs: Fremantle, Rockingham, Mandurah, Kwinana, Canning Vale, Willetton
- Western suburbs: Cottesloe, Subiaco, Nedlands, Claremont, Floreat, Mosman Park
- Central Perth: CBD, East Perth, West Perth, Northbridge, Leederville, Mount Lawley
If your suburb isn’t listed, call us. We almost certainly cover it.
If you have been searching for the best shower screen installation near me, you are looking for an expert team in Perth WA that handles your unique bathroom requirements without surprises. Glazewell builds a proven track record of quality shower screens, custom design, and ongoing support across every install — from a single new shower screen in a powder room to a complete frameless glass shower fit-out in a master ensuite. Our glass products span hinged door and sliding door systems, fixed panels, mirrors, and a wide range of style options chosen to suit your personal taste. We give every customer a free quote, competitive prices, and a clear scope so a new glass shower screen feels like a confident decision, not a gamble.
Bathroom space and functionality drive most decisions for Perth homeowners — particularly in smaller bathrooms where every millimetre matters and broken glass from poorly fitted hardware is the last thing anyone wants. Several factors shape the ideal solution: ceiling height, vanity placement, door swing arcs, niches, and how the glass shower door sits relative to the recess. Our installers consider all of these before quoting, which is why a Glazewell shower screen looks like it belongs in the room rather than something dropped into it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does shower screen installation take?
Professional shower screen installation typically takes 4-6 hours for standard configurations, with custom-made shower screens potentially requiring additional time depending on complexity. A full three-sided enclosure or a job with structural complications can take a full day.
What preparation is needed before installation?
Professional installers handle most preparation for shower screen installation, though ensuring bathroom access and removing personal items helps streamline the process. Clear the bathroom of toiletries, mats, and stored items, and plan not to use the shower for 24 hours after silicone is laid.
Do I get a certificate of compliance?
Yes. Request a formal certificate of compliance upon job completion to validate home insurance and future property inspections in Western Australia. We issue one for every installation, signed and dated, naming the glass standard the screen was built to.
What thickness of glass do shower screens use?
Standard glass thickness for fully framed structures is 4mm to 6mm; semi-frameless options require at least 6mm; frameless designs demand 10mm or 12mm glass panels. All Glazewell screens use Grade A toughened or laminated safety glass to AS1288.
What’s the difference between frameless, semi-frameless, and framed?
Frameless shower screens provide a sleek, contemporary appearance with minimal metal framing, creating a seamless look in bathrooms. Semi-framed shower screens feature a partial frame along two sides, offering a balance of modern elegance and structural support. Framed shower screens are enclosed with aluminum or stainless steel frames, providing maximum structural support and a classic look at the best price.
Should I buy a pre-made shower screen kit from a hardware store?
Probably not, in Perth. Custom-made glass is preferred in Perth due to often uneven walls or unique layouts, as opposed to pre-made options. Most Perth bathrooms have at least one wall out of plumb, a hob that’s not square, or tiling run-out — pre-made kits leave large gaps that fill with silicone and look untidy.
What warranty should I expect?
Look for local providers offering at least a 2-year warranty on workmanship and hardware, plus a warranty on silicone sealing joints. Both the materials and installation labor should be backed by a solid warranty in case of defects or leaks. We provide comprehensive warranties on both at Glazewell.
Are cheap hinges the same as expensive ones?
No. Solid brass or marine-grade stainless steel hardware is recommended over cheap zinc-alloy components, which degrade in high humidity. Pitting and seizing on zinc hinges starts within 18 months of installation in a humid Perth bathroom. Ask your installer to confirm the hinge material before signing.
What’s included in your quote?
Verify if the quote includes removal and disposal of the old screen, as well as post-installation cleanup. Glazewell quotes are all-inclusive: measure, manufacture, removal of the existing screen, full install, silicone, clean-down, and certificate of compliance. No surprise day-of charges.
Can I see the glass and hardware before I order?
Yes. Visit our showroom at 30 Fortitude Boulevard, Gnangara to see glass options, hinge finishes, channel profiles, and completed sample frames. It’s the fastest way to make a confident choice.
Book Your Free Shower Screen Quote
Call Glazewell on (08) 9316 6821 for a free on-site check measure across the Perth metro area, or request a quote online. Our experienced team will measure your bathroom, walk you through frameless, semi frameless, and framed shower screen options, and quote a clear all-inclusive price.
Showroom: 30 Fortitude Boulevard, Gnangara WA 6077. Email: enquiry@glazewell.com.au.