Fluted Glass
Shower Screens
Textured frameless shower screens made with narrow reeded glass for added privacy, soft light and a more architectural bathroom finish.
Why choose fluted glass?
Fluted glass gives a bathroom more privacy, texture and depth without making the room feel closed in.
Privacy without heaviness
The narrow reed pattern softly distorts visibility while still letting natural light through.
More texture than clear glass
The vertical lines create a softer, more architectural finish than standard transparent glass.
Practical for daily use
The textured surface can help disguise small water marks and streaks better than clear glass.
Fluted Glass vs Clear Glass
Both options work well for frameless shower screens. The right choice depends on whether you want a completely open look or a softer finish with more privacy.
Fluted Glass
Best when you want privacy, texture and a more architectural bathroom feel.
- Softly distorts visibility
- Adds vertical texture
- Helps hide water marks
- Pairs well with brass, black and white hardware
Clear Glass
Best when you want the bathroom to feel fully open and show off tile details.
- Completely transparent
- Keeps the bathroom visually open
- Shows tiles and fittings clearly
- Available in standard clear or low iron glass
Where Fluted Glass Works Best
Narrow reeded glass can be used across different shower screen layouts, from simple walk-in panels to sliding and hinged shower screens.
Soft privacy for open showers
Ideal when you want an open bathroom feel but prefer the shower area to feel slightly more private.
Texture without taking up door swing space
A good option for ensuites and tighter bathrooms where a hinged door is not the best fit.
A clean feature door with more privacy
Works well for full-width openings where the shower door becomes a main design feature.
Fluted Glass Works With Different Hardware Finishes
Narrow reeded glass changes character depending on the hardware finish it’s paired with — from softer brushed brass to stronger black-framed layouts.
Fluted Glass Shower Screens
Installed Across Melbourne
A selection of narrow reeded glass shower screens installed across Melbourne bathrooms, featuring different layouts, hardware finishes and frameless configurations.
Ready To Add More Privacy And Texture To Your Bathroom?
Send through your plans, measurements or a few photos of the bathroom. We can help with shower screen layouts, hardware finishes and narrow reeded glass options to suit your space.
Frequently
Asked
Questions
Common questions about fluted glass shower screens, privacy, cleaning, cost and suitable shower layouts.
Is fluted glass harder to clean than clear glass?
Fluted glass is slightly different to clean because of the textured surface, however most homeowners find it practical for everyday use. One advantage is that narrow reeded glass tends to soften the appearance of water spots, fingerprints and streaks compared to completely clear glass.
Are fluted shower screens more expensive than standard clear glass?
Yes. Narrow reeded glass is more expensive than standard clear glass or low iron glass because it is a decorative specialty glass product. Final pricing depends on the shower layout, hardware finish and glass sizing.
Does fluted glass still let light through?
Yes. Fluted glass still allows natural and artificial light to move through the bathroom while gently obscuring visibility through the glass.
Can fluted glass be used for sliding shower screens?
Yes. You will find a few examples in our gallery above. Narrow reeded glass can be used across different frameless shower screen configurations including sliding shower screens, hinged doors and walk-in shower panels.
Does fluted glass provide full privacy?
Fluted glass provides partial privacy by distorting visibility rather than completely blocking it. Shapes, movement and light can still be seen through the glass depending on lighting conditions and viewing angle. Generally, the closer the object is to the glass, the less distortion the reeded pattern provides.
Is fluted glass available in full-height shower screens?
Yes. Fluted glass can be used in full-height frameless shower screens, including floor-to-ceiling layouts and custom architectural bathrooms.
Do you offer free on-site measures and quotes?
In most cases, we provide initial pricing based on photos, sketches, plans and project details rather than free on-site quoting.
This allows us to respond more efficiently and spend more time supporting active renovation projects already underway.
To help prepare a quote, please email:
• Photos of the bathroom
• A sketch, plan or approximate measurements
• Any access limitations such as stairs, lifts or restricted parking
Once we have this information, we can usually provide a fairly accurate quote and advise on the next steps for measuring and installation.
Request a Shower Screen Quote
Tell us a bit about your project, including approximate shower base dimension, desired height, whether it’s a newly renovated bathroom or shower screen replacement, hardware finish, site access, expected timing and any photos or plans if available.