Black Folding Shower Screen - London

We completed this dual bifold system in a London loft conversion. This project shows how we work with space constraints using two separate folding systems. Our team created a frosted glass ensuite partition and clear glass shower doors. The system provides privacy control while maximising space efficiency.

Black folding partition system inside ensuite showing clear shower and frosted bedroom partition

Dual Glass System Overview

This project uses two glass types - clear glass for the shower and frosted glass for the bedroom partition. We positioned the clear shower doors to open inward. The frosted ensuite door opens outward into the bedroom. The curved ceiling required templating for precise glass cutting.

The dual system allows separate operation of both areas. Our custom glass installations like this one show how frameless technology works with complex space planning. The black wall brackets provide minimal visual impact while supporting the glass panels securely.

Black shower enclosure with clear glass bifold doors closed over white shower tray

Clear Glass Shower Enclosure

The shower area uses clear glass with bifold doors that open inward over the white shower tray. We positioned the doors to clear the vanity unit that sits directly in front of the shower opening. The tray sits 20mm above floor level, which we adapted to with our door sealing system.

Bifold mechanisms work well in tight spaces because the panels fold against each other rather than swinging out. The self-centring hinges position the doors automatically during the final closing movement. Quick door closing still creates reliable sealing in this compact ensuite space.

Black bifold shower doors partially open showing folding mechanism and vanity unit

Bifold Door Operation

The shower doors open inward and fold to the left side, creating three parallel glass panels when fully opened. The bifold hinges use minimal seals to maintain the clean frameless appearance. Each door panel can support the other when folded, creating a stable setup.

This opening direction provides enough room to step in and out comfortably despite the vanity unit proximity. The door panels fold against the fixed glass screen. This makes efficient use of the shower space and keeps the door operation clear of bathroom fixtures.

Black frosted glass partition closed providing complete privacy between bedroom and ensuite

Frosted Glass Privacy Control

The frosted glass partition provides complete privacy between the bedroom and ensuite when closed. The frosting allows some light colours and shapes to show through when the ensuite is well lit. The frosted surface faces the bedroom side while the smooth side faces the ensuite.

We used wall profiles on the vertical walls and ceiling brackets for the top edge rather than U-channels throughout. The two 50mm square black ceiling brackets allow the top glass edge to merge with the ceiling line. This mixed approach works well when the vertical walls need profiles but the ceiling requires point fixing.

Black frosted bifold ensuite door partially open from bedroom showing dual system

Bedroom Access System

The ensuite door opens outward into the bedroom. Opening inward would block access to the toilet area under the roof window. The bifold design allows the door to fold against the bedroom wall without needing excessive swing space. The frosted glass maintains privacy while allowing natural light flow.

We positioned the door on the left while the wall profile runs along the right wall to support the fixed screen. We used the profile to cover the tile edge where it meets the glass partition. The 20mm profile protrusion aligns with the tile edge for a clean finish on the right side.

Black dual bifold system with both ensuite and shower doors partially open

Dual System Coordination

Both bifold systems can operate separately - the ensuite door opens toward the bedroom while the shower doors open inward. This shows how the two systems work together without interfering with each other. The different opening directions prevent conflicts during daily use.

The dual bifold approach solves the space constraints in this loft conversion. Traditional swing doors would require too much clearance space. The folding panels maximise the available room in both the bedroom and ensuite areas while maintaining full functionality.

Black folding system fully open from bedroom showing complete dual bifold operation

Complete System Operation

With both systems fully open, you can see the complete dual bifold operation from the bedroom. The ensuite door folds 90 degrees against the cupboard while the shower doors fold 180 degrees with all panels parallel to each other. This demonstrates the maximum opening capability of both systems.

The fully opened configuration provides unrestricted access to both areas when needed, such as during cleaning or maintenance. The black hardware coordinates throughout both systems, creating visual consistency across the installation despite the different glass types and opening directions.

Product Specification

Style

Bathroom/Shower Partition

Metal Finish

Satin Black

Glass Type

Frosted and Clear Glass

Frame Style

Frameless

Special Features

Ceiling Shaped, Merged two products into one

Price Range

££££

Product Dimensions

Width

1800mm

Depth

2400mm

Height

1000mm

Custom sizes available - contact us for bespoke measurements

Production Time for Folding Shower Screen

Frameless corner installations rely on precise glass-to-glass connections and minimal hardware. Your Folding Shower Screen timeline depends on measurement accuracy and wall preparation.

📋 Multiple Items: Each additional shower enclosure may extend Design and Installation by approximately 1 working day. However, orders of 5+ units benefit from streamlined production processes that reduce per-unit time. We'll provide an optimized timeline for your specific project.

Tiling Ready

Simplest Process

Your corner is tiled and both walls are ready for frameless installation. We'll measure the exact angles for glass-to-glass connections, then proceed directly with glass production.

Site Survey 1 day
Precise measurements and photos
Design & 3D 4 days
Create and approve your frameless design
Glass Production 11 days
Cutting, tempering, and processing
Installation 3 days
Professional fitting with minimal hardware

✓ Streamlined Process: Frameless options require less time than framed equivalents - just 19 working days total with precise measurements taken in one visit.

19
Working Days Total
11
Production Days
3
Days On-Site

Timeline Considerations for This Project

  • • The ceiling is curved under pitched roof with rounded ends so the glass should be templated. It adds an extra day and complexity to the designing.

Tiling Not Ready

Extended Timeline

Your corner walls need tiling before frameless installation. We'll take rough measurements for design visualization, then return for precise measurements once both walls are tiled.

Initial Visit 1 day
Rough measurements and photos
Design & 3D 4 days
Create initial frameless design
Waiting for Tiling Variable
Depends on your tiling schedule
Final Measurements 1 day
Precise measurements once tiling is complete
Design Adjustments 1 day
Update design if dimensions changed
Glass Production 11 days
Cut to exact measurements
Installation 3 days
Professional fitting with minimal hardware

💡 Flexible Timeline: The waiting period begins after design confirmation (day 5) and varies based on your tiling schedule. If your tiling is completed during this early period, we can arrange the final measurements earlier and advance the entire schedule - moving final measurements, design adjustments, glass production, and installation to start as early as day 6. The total timeline shows the minimum 21 working days if tiling is ready when design is confirmed.

21
Working Days Minimum
16
Production Days
3
Days On-Site

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