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Custom Frameless Showers

Flawless Premium Custom Frameless Showers in Chicago - Measured, Cut, and Ready to Install

In Chicago, older two-flats, new condos, and vintage bathrooms rarely come with a shower opening built to a standard size. We measure, cut, and install custom frameless shower doors to fit your exact space — curbless or curbed, in sliding or hinged styles. As a shower door shop based in Chicago, we handle the measurement, the glass, and the installation in one place. Bring your measurements or let us help you get them right.
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Every Frameless Shower Style Chicago Bathrooms Use Most

Chicago homeowners in Lincoln Park two-flats, downtown condos, and suburban houses all come to us for the same reason. Standard frameless doors rarely fit older or custom-built spaces. We cut and install custom frameless showers in Chicago to match the size and shape your bathroom needs.

Frameless vs. Framed Shower Doors — How to Choose the Right Build

Both styles work well in Chicago bathrooms. The right choice depends on your space, your layout, and how much upkeep you want.

Custom Frameless Showers use thicker tempered glass with little to no metal hardware. They give a clean, modern look and have fewer parts to clean. In Chicago condo bathrooms, Custom Frameless Showers are a common pick because they open up a small footprint.

Framed doors use a full metal border around the glass. They work well for a straight replacement and hold up over time. The trade-off is more surface area where water spots and grime can build up.

We help you pick based on your bathroom size, your tile, and the look you want.

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How Frameless Shower Doors Are Mounted and Installed

A frameless door needs the right hardware for your wall and tile setup. In Bucktown and other Chicago neighborhoods with older buildings, walls and tile are not always plumb. That changes how a door gets hung. Hinges mount directly to the wall or a fixed glass panel. They hold the heavy glass in place and let the door swing open and closed.Tracks are metal channels installed at the top and sometimes the bottom of the opening. Sliding frameless doors ride along the track on rollers, which saves space in tight bathrooms.Clips and clamps hold fixed glass panels in place without a metal frame. These carry most of the weight on a frameless enclosure, so they need a solid anchor point.We check your tile, wall type, and shower layout before we recommend a mounting method. If you live in a Bucktown walk-up, check with your HOA before we start work. We can send you the details you need for that approval.

How to Measure Your Shower for a Custom Frameless Door

Getting the measurement right before you order saves time and avoids a second visit. Older Chicago buildings often have shower openings that are not perfectly square, so measuring with care matters more than you might expect.

Bring your measurements to us or share them by phone at (224) 381-6688. If anything looks off, we will talk through it before we order your glass.

Glass Thickness and Edge Finish — What the Specs Actually Mean

When you order a custom frameless door, you will choose a glass thickness and finish. Here is what those options mean in plain terms.

Thickness:

  • 3/8 inch – the standard for most Custom Frameless Showers, rigid enough for a single hinged or sliding panel
  • 1/2 inch – heavier glass for large panels, full enclosures, and doors with wide spans

Glass finish:

  • Clear tempered glass – the standard choice, required by code for shower doors
  • Frosted glass – adds privacy without blocking light
  • Tinted glass – softens the view while keeping the space open

For most Custom Frameless Showers in Chicago bathrooms, we recommend 3/8 inch tempered glass. For large panels or full enclosures, 1/2 inch glass holds its shape better across a wider span.

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What to Expect After You Place a Custom Frameless Shower Order in Chicago

Once you place your order, we schedule your Custom Frameless Showers installation as soon as your custom glass is ready. Most Custom Frameless Showers installations are complete in one day, from removal to final test. For condo and walk-up Custom Frameless Showers installations, building access matters. If your building has a doorman, freight elevator hours, or loading dock restrictions, let us know when you book. We plan around those windows so your installation goes smoothly. After installation, we do a walkthrough with you before we leave. If anything needs adjustment, we handle it on the spot. Reach us at (224) 381-6688 or visit us at 8517 W Rascher Ave, Chicago, IL 60656. You can also find us at jpprecisionglass.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a permit for a frameless shower door installation in Chicago?

Most standard frameless door replacements do not need a permit. Some buildings, like Bucktown walk-ups with an HOA, may ask for sign-off first. We can help you check what your building needs.

Do frameless showers need a curb?

No, not always. Curbless designs use a flush-to-floor entry, while curbed designs keep a low step for water control. We help you pick based on your layout and plumbing.

How do I clean and maintain a frameless glass shower door?

Wipe down your frameless glass door after every shower. A quick squeegee pass stops water spots before they set in. Homes with hard water, like those in Lakeview, may need extra wipe-downs.

Can a frameless door be installed on an uneven tile surface?

Yes, we custom-size every door to fit your existing tile. Older homes with uneven lines, like many in Lincoln Park, still get a clean fit. We adjust the glass and hardware to match your space.

How long does it take to install a custom frameless shower door in Chicago?

Most installations are complete in one day, from removal to final test. Building access schedules — doormen, freight elevators, loading docks — can affect the installation window, so flag those details when you book.