Pivot Shower Doors

What is a pivot shower door?

A pivot shower door rotates on pins at the top and bottom of its frame, rather than on hinges along one side. The pivot point sits slightly in from the glass edge. When opened, most of the panel swings out while a small section turns back into the shower. Magnetic seals hold it shut.

What are the benefits of a pivot door shower enclosure?

A pivot door shower enclosure gives you a generous entrance and smooth, reliable movement without eating into your floor space. Here’s why so many of our customers choose one.

Smart weight distribution: The pivot mechanism transfers the weight of the glass down into the base profile, rather than pulling sideways on your wall fixings. The result is long-term frame stability.

Less room needed to open: Because the pivot pins are offset from the wall edge, the door needs less floor clearance than a standard outward-swinging door.

Wide, easy access: A shower pivot door gives you a generous walkthrough width.

Versatile installation: Fit a single door in a tiled recess, or add shower side panels for a complete pivot door shower enclosure.

What is the difference between a pivot and a hinged shower door?

Both swing open, but they move differently. A hinged shower door is fixed along one edge, so the full width of the glass swings into the room and the wall hinges carry its weight. A pivot shower door turns on pins set in from the edge, so it needs less clearance and spreads the load.

Read our shower enclosure buying guide for more details on the different types.

Pivot shower door sizes

Our pivot shower door sizes cover standard UK dimensions, from compact alcoves to wide showering spaces. Every door stands 1850mm tall. Widths vary:

• 700mm, 760mm and 800mm doors suit en-suites, cloakrooms and narrower recessed openings.

• A 900mm pivot shower door strikes a popular balance between ample entry space and a practical wall-to-wall footprint.

• A 1000mm pivot shower door creates an expansive entrance for larger bathroom layouts.

Each door uses 6mm toughened safety glass, certified to BS EN 12150. Built-in wall profiles allow a little adjustment (the exact range is listed on each product), so your installer can achieve a plumb, watertight fit even on slightly uneven walls.

If you’re not sure which size is right for your bathroom, read our guide: What size shower enclosure do I need?

What frame colours and finishes do pivot door shower enclosures come in?

Our pivot doors come in three finishes to match your taps and showers. Polished chrome (our Cube range) gives a bright mirror finish that bounces light around smaller rooms. A black pivot shower door from the Milan range frames your tiles with crisp, modern contrast. Brushed brass from our Venice range brings warm, boutique elegance. 

Which way should a pivot shower door open?

A pivot shower door should open outwards, into the bathroom. That way, drips from the glass fall back into the tray as you step out. Plan the swing so the door clears your basin, toilet and towel rail, and so you can reach the shower controls easily. Our Cube and Milan pivot shower doors are reversible, so you can fit yours to open from the left or the right.

How to fit a pivot shower door

Start with a level, fully sealed shower tray and finished tiling, and keep the supplied instructions to hand. Then hold the wall profiles in place, check they’re plumb with a spirit level, mark, drill and fix. Slot in the side panel if you have one, then hang the door on its pivots and adjust until it swings freely and closes flush. Seal the outside joints with bathroom silicone and leave it to cure before showering. If you’re not confident with tools, we’d always recommend a qualified installer.

Read our DIY guide to shower enclosure installation for more tips.

How much does delivery cost?

Standard delivery is free on all UK orders, and most orders arrive within 2 to 3 working days. If you need your pivot shower door sooner, you can also choose express delivery at checkout for arrival in 1 working day. The express price depends on the weight, fragility and location of your order, and is shown before you pay.