Large shower enclosures
What makes a large shower cubicle the right choice for your bathroom?
A large shower cubicle gives you extra room to move comfortably while fitting old bathtub spaces neatly.
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Spacious Showering Area: A shower cubicle large allows easy movement and lets you shower without bumping into glass doors or side panels.
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Direct Bath Replacement: Fitting a large walk in shower enclosure where an old 1700mm bathtub sat uses existing wall space without big plumbing changes.
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Strong Safety Glass: Crafted with 6mm or 8mm toughened safety glass featuring easy clean coatings that stop water spots and soap scum build up.
To see all enclosure shapes and frame finishes, visit the main Shower Enclosures page, or read the Shower Enclosure Buying Guide.
What shapes do large shower enclosures come in?
Picking shape allows you to maximize standing space according to your bathroom layout:
We have variety of shower enclosure types available to help you choose the perfect one for your bathroom layout.
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Large Rectangular Enclosures: These rectangular enclosures straight glass panels that fits along long flat walls or inside deep alcoves. One of the most popular choice with size range up to 1700mm in length. The rectangular large shower enclosures are standard choice for bath replacements in the UK.
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Offset Quadrant Enclosures: These curved front rounded enclosures combine a long side with a shorter side. Perfect for a modern look and spacious shower experience.
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Large Square Enclosures: The Symmetrical design available in 1000 x 1000mm or 1100 x 1100mm. These slot into wide corners perfectly and provides equal width and depth for maximum standing comfort..
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Walk In and Walk Through Screens: Open glass screen panels perfect for creating a seamless, door free showering area. They work exceptionally well along single feature walls in wet room styles.
*To learn more about curved corner options, read the guide on the Benefits of Quadrant Shower Enclosures.
Which door styles work best with large shower enclosures?
You should pick the shower enclosure door depending on the available space and nearby fixtures.
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Sliding Shower Doors: Smooth gliding doors slide back inside the frame along the tray edge. They require zero clearance space outside the shower, making them ideal for busy family bathrooms.
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Corner Entry Sliding Doors: Double doors slide back from the corner on square and rectangular frames. Entering directly from the corner frees up front wall space for nearby fixtures.
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Inward and Outward Pivot Doors: Hinged pivot doors swing open to give you a wide, generous entrance. They work best in open layouts where exterior floor space is completely clear.
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Door Free Walk In Screens: Fixed glass panels eliminate moving doors completely. You simply walk straight into the shower through an open walkway, keeping entry quick and effortless.
*For advice on choosing door mechanisms and entrance clearance, read the Shower Enclosure Buying Guide.
What are the benefits of buying large shower enclosures with tray?
Buying large shower enclosures with tray sets ensures every part fits together neatly for a leak free setup.
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Matching Stone Resin Trays: Bundled large shower cubicles and trays include low profile stone resin bases made to handle heavy water flow safely.
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Watertight Protection: Pairing a large shower tray and screen creates a tight, reliable seal that keeps water contained inside the tray area
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Quick and Easy Fitting: Choosing complete bundles saves time during installation because large shower screens align directly with tray edges
Browse matching bases in the Shower Trays section to complete your setup.
What sizes do large shower enclosures come in?
Finding the correct enclosure width and depth ensures your new shower matches your wall space:
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1000mm to 1200mm Enclosures: Popular compact to medium sizes from 1000 x 700mm up to 1200 x 900mm that fit standard en suites and alcoves neatly.
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1300mm to 1400mm Enclosures: Mid range dimensions that provide extra elbow room for busy family bathrooms
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1500mm to 1700mm Enclosures: Full length models from 1500 x 700mm up to 1700 x 900mm made for bath replacements using a large shower screen.
For extra help measuring your space correctly, read the Shower Enclosure Size Guide.
How do you maintain large shower screens and glass panels?
Keeping large shower screens clean and clear takes very little effort when following a simple care routine.
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Wipe Glass After Showering: Run a soft squeegee or cloth down the large shower screen after use to remove water drops.
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Use Mild Cleaners: Clean glass panels with gentle soapy water rather than strong acidic sprays that can strip protective coatings.
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Protect Easy Clean Coating: Avoid rough sponges so the easy clean coating continues repelling limescale for years.
For extra care tips, read the Guide to Effortlessly Cleaning Your Shower Screen.