Swap The Bathtub Curtain: Add Privacy With An Amazon Alternative

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Shower curtains are a solid option for many bathrooms, but they aren't always the best choice. In the wrong room, they can make the space feel small, get in the way while you're cleaning, or become pretty gross. If you're tired of clingy fabric, but still need a little privacy, the Frosted Bathtub Shower Door by EGrinbey on Amazon is a potential swap for a shower curtain, with the frost adding a layer of protection compared to clear ones.

This product is minimal enough that you can easily fit it in most bathrooms. It features lightly frosted glass and sleek, black hardware for something simple and elegant. According to the Amazon page, the door should work for any opening measuring 56-60 inches wide and 60 inches tall. However, the seller does note that the lower slider is 1.9 inches wide. Whatever you are installing the door on top of, you have to make sure it is wider than that for it to fit properly. 

Cost is one of the important things to consider before installing a new shower door. Thankfully, while it is certainly expensive compared to a cheap plastic film, it is under $400, which is a steal compared to having a professional do the work. "Awesome shower door for the money," said a 5-star reviewer on Amazon.

This shower door is relatively easy to install, even for a beginner. However, you do have to cut and drill in the right spots to get everything in the correct placement and prevent leaks. When cutting, measure the total length for your shower space and the metal carefully. The same goes for marking where you need to drill holes; double-check that everything is in the right position before you mark anything. It's always a good idea to read through the instructions in preparation for starting a project, but especially in this case, as a mistake could make the whole door impossible to use for your bathroom.

Patience is also key. As you install this product, you want to be careful not to damage the doors in any way. There is something known as the exploding glass shower door phenomenon. Though this is SGCC-certified tempered — which means it is more likely to just crack or shatter into safe pieces – you still don't want to risk it cracking or exploding.

The other thing you need to check before you start installing your doors is that you are setting them up the right way. For this particular product, only one side slides. It's easy to flip it either way, but you have to set it up correctly to suit your needs, or you may be stuck trying to squeeze between your toilet and tub every time you need to shower.

There is also occasionally the issue of the shower door not fitting, despite the given measurements being perfect for your space. Some reviews mention that the details provided on the product page aren't exactly accurate. "Defective shower door. One side of the glass was too short and water was spilling out," said a 1-star review on Amazon.

It's not uncommon to buy an item when it goes on sale, or you have the money, and then open it to install it months later. However, It's a good idea to check that everything is included, and that the measurements are correct as soon as you get it. That way, you have time to return it through Amazon before the period ends. It's a bit of a pain, especially if you need to put it away again until you're ready to install, but it can save you a lot of frustration later. 

Shower doors must fit your space very closely, so that you don't have to deal with gaps or leaks. Some reviewers mention measuring the length and width of all pieces several times, just to make sure everything will fit properly. You may also want to check the measurements in different spots, for both your door and the place you are installing it, as rooms aren't always even, either. What may seem like the right length in one spot may end up being too short in another.