Frameless Showers
Custom frameless shower screens and enclosures designed and installed for East Auckland bathrooms. Precision-templated toughened glass.
Frameless Shower Screens — Designed for Your Bathroom
A frameless shower enclosure is the single most impactful upgrade you can make to a bathroom. By eliminating the bulky aluminium frames of traditional shower screens, you create a clean, open aesthetic that makes even compact bathrooms feel larger and more luxurious.
At Howick Glass, we specialise in custom frameless shower screens and enclosures for East Auckland homes. Every screen is templated on-site and manufactured to the exact dimensions of your bathroom — no compromise, no filler strips, no gaps.
We offer a range of configurations including walk-in showers, corner enclosures, sliding and pivot door options, and over-bath screens. All use 10mm or 12mm toughened safety glass with quality hardware in stainless steel, matte black, or brushed nickel finishes.
Benefits of a Frameless Shower Screen
Makes Bathrooms Feel Larger
No frames or rails means your eye travels through the glass, making any bathroom feel bigger and airier.
Easy to Clean
No frames means no grout lines or aluminium channels to harbour soap scum and mould.
Timeless Aesthetics
Frameless glass is a classic look that won't date — unlike aluminium-framed screens that show their age quickly.
Fully Custom
Every screen is measured and manufactured specifically for your bathroom — no off-the-shelf compromises.
Safe & Durable
Toughened safety glass is extremely strong and, if broken, breaks into safe small pieces.
Adds Property Value
Premium bathrooms with frameless shower screens consistently attract stronger buyer interest at sale.
Why Choose Howick Glass for Your Shower?
We have installed frameless shower screens and enclosures throughout East Auckland for decades. Our glaziers understand bathroom environments and the precision required to deliver a perfect result in a tiled, waterproofed space.
Call 09 535 4180Precision Templating
We template every shower on-site. Your glass is manufactured to the exact shape of your bathroom.
Quality Hardware
We use premium hardware systems in stainless steel, matte black and brushed nickel finishes.
Experienced Glaziers
Our team has installed hundreds of frameless showers — we know every installation challenge.
Full Clean-Up
We leave your bathroom clean and tidy. No silicone mess, no debris, no damage to tiles.
Our Frameless Shower Installation Process
Free Consultation
Discuss your bathroom layout, preferred door style, and hardware finish. We'll advise on the best configuration.
On-Site Template
Our glazier templates your shower recess or bathroom space to capture the exact dimensions and angles.
Glass Cut & Toughen
Your glass is cut to the precise template, toughened, and fitted with hinges, handles and seals.
Installation & Seal
We install your screen, adjust all hardware for perfect alignment, and apply silicone seals.
Frameless Shower Screens in East Auckland
Frameless Shower Screen Types
There are several frameless shower configurations we can install depending on your bathroom layout:
Walk-In Shower Screens
A single fixed panel (or two panels in an L-shape) that defines the shower space without a door. Ideal for open-plan bathrooms and wet rooms. No door means minimal hardware and maximum openness.
Pivot Door Enclosures
A fixed side panel with a pivoting door — the most popular frameless shower configuration for standard alcove or corner showers. The door pivots from a top-and-bottom pivot point, with a clean single-point handle.
Sliding Door Screens
Where space is limited and a swinging door is impractical, a frameless sliding door screen provides a practical solution. Hardware-minimised sliding systems give a near-frameless appearance.
Over-Bath Screens
A fixed or hinged panel fitted to the edge of a bath to contain water during showering. Available in standard and custom sizes.
Glass Thickness
Frameless shower screens are typically 10mm or 12mm toughened glass. 10mm is standard for most residential installations; 12mm is used for larger panels or where extra rigidity is required.
What to Consider When Choosing a Frameless Shower Screen
Before installing a frameless shower screen, there are a few practical considerations worth discussing with your glazier:
Wall & Floor Substrate
Frameless shower screens are fixed to the wall (and sometimes floor) via brackets and channels. It’s important that the tiles and substrate behind them are sound and properly waterproofed before installation. Any remediation should be completed before the glass goes in.
Door Swing Direction
Think about how the door will open in relation to the rest of the bathroom. A pivot door that swings into a vanity or toilet will be frustrating daily. We’ll advise on the best swing direction at the measure stage.
Hardware Finish
Your shower hardware should complement your bathroom tapware and accessories. We supply hardware in polished stainless, satin stainless, matte black, brushed gold and other finishes on request.
Glass Coating Options
We can supply glass with a protective easy-clean coating applied during manufacture. This hydrophobic coating repels water and soap residue, making the glass dramatically easier to maintain — particularly recommended in hard-water areas of Auckland.
Frameless Shower FAQs
Frameless shower screen pricing in NZ typically ranges from $900–$2,500+ installed depending on configuration, size, and hardware. A standard alcove pivot door enclosure is generally around $1,200–$1,800 installed. Contact us for a free quote.
Most frameless shower screens are installed in 2–4 hours. We ask that tiling is fully complete and silicone/grout has cured before we install the screen. A bathroom is typically available for use within a few hours of installation once the silicone seals have cured.
Yes, silicone sealant is applied along all contact edges between the glass and the wall/floor during installation. This creates a watertight seal. We apply quality neutral-cure silicone in clear or matching colours. Silicone should be inspected and replaced every 5–10 years as part of bathroom maintenance.
Yes, this is one of the most common jobs we do. We remove the existing framed screen, clean up the substrate, and install a new custom frameless screen. In some cases the existing wall fixings can be reused; in others, new fixing points are required. We'll advise at the quoting stage.
No, installing or replacing a shower screen does not require a building consent in New Zealand.
Get a Free Frameless Shower Quote
Contact our East Auckland team for a free measure and quote on your frameless shower screen.