Walk-in showers
Walk-in shower installation in Glasgow & Renfrewshire
A walk-in shower is an open shower with a low-profile tray and a frameless fixed glass panel, so there is no door to open and only a low step in. Glasgow Bathroom Fitter fits walk-in showers across Glasgow and Renfrewshire, with electric, thermostatic mixer or power showers to suit your water system. When the job is just the shower, it usually takes 1 to 2 days.
Shower types
Which type of shower suits your home?
The right shower depends on how your home gets its hot water. Electric showers heat cold mains water themselves, mixer showers use hot water from your boiler or cylinder, and power showers add a pump to boost low pressure.
| Feature | Electric shower | Thermostatic mixer | Power shower |
|---|---|---|---|
| How it works | Heats cold mains water as it flows | Blends hot water from your boiler or cylinder with cold | Mixes stored hot and cold water and boosts it with a pump |
| Works with a combi boiler? | Yes | Yes | No, it needs a tank-fed (gravity) system |
| Flow | Gentler | Strong on a mains-pressure system | Strong |
| Best for | Homes without a good hot water supply, or a back-up shower | Combi boilers and mains-pressure systems | Older homes with tanks in the loft and low pressure |
| Extra work | A dedicated electrical circuit, fitted and certified by a registered electrician | Hot and cold pipework to the valve | A pump, plus hot and cold supplies from the tanks |
We check your water system at the survey and recommend the right type.Shower options for low water pressure
Tray, glass and walls
Choosing your tray, glass and walls
Every walk-in shower we fit has three parts to choose: the tray, the glass and the wall finish.
Low-profile shower trays
Slim trays sit just above the floor, giving a low step in and a clean, modern look. Trays come in many sizes, so we measure the space at the survey and choose one that fits the room and lines up with your existing waste where possible.
Frameless fixed glass panels
We fit frameless fixed glass panels rather than doors. The entry is always open, there are no frames or tracks to clean, and the glass is quick to wipe down. We size the panel to the tray and the shower head so the spray stays inside the shower area.
Tiles or wall panels
We finish the walls around the shower in tiles or waterproof wall panels. Panels have no grout lines to clean and are quick to fit, while tiles give you more choice of colour, size and pattern.
Small spaces
Walk-in showers for small bathrooms and upper floors
A walk-in shower suits small bathrooms well, because the open glass panel makes the room feel bigger. If you want to replace your bath, see our bath-to-shower conversion service.
Small bathrooms and en-suites
In a small room, a walk-in shower often fits along one wall or across the end of the room. We plan the tray size and glass panel around the door, toilet and basin, so you keep enough space to move around and dry off comfortably.
Upper floors and low water pressure
Top-floor flats can have weak water pressure, which makes some showers feel weak. A power shower or an electric shower often works better there, and we check your pressure at the survey. Read about our tenement bathroom renovation service for flats in older buildings.
Easier access
Walk-in showers for easier access
A walk-in shower is easier to use than a shower over a bath, because the step is low and there is no door to open. For fully step-free showering, a fully step-free wet room is the better choice, and we also fit wider accessible bathroom adaptations.
- Low step in: the low-profile tray sits close to floor level.
- Open entry: a fixed glass panel means there is no door to push or slide.
- Steady temperature: a thermostatic mixer holds the water at the temperature you set.
- Seats and rails: a fold-down seat and grab rails can be added inside the shower.
Timescale
How long does it take to fit a walk-in shower?
When the job is just the shower, a walk-in shower usually takes 1 to 2 days to fit.
Shower only: usually 1 to 2 days
Replacing an old shower or fitting a new walk-in shower in an existing shower area is a short job. Our fitters remove the old tray or enclosure, fit the new tray, glass and shower, and finish the walls around it.
As part of a bathroom renovation
If the walk-in shower is part of a whole new bathroom, the full job usually takes 5 to 10 working days. See our full bathroom renovation service for what that includes.
Pricing
How much does a walk-in shower cost?
The cost of a walk-in shower depends on the tray, the glass, the shower and the walls around it, so we give every customer a competitive, fixed-price written quote after a free survey.
What changes the price
- Shower type: electric showers need a dedicated circuit; power showers need a pump.
- Tray and glass size: larger trays and taller or wider glass panels cost more.
- Wall finish: tiling takes longer to fit than waterproof wall panels.
- Plumbing changes: moving the waste or the supply pipes adds work.
- What comes out: removing an old enclosure is quicker than removing a bath.
Cleaning
Keeping a walk-in shower clean
A walk-in shower is easy to keep clean, and Glasgow's water helps. The Drinking Water Quality Regulator for Scotland says most Scottish drinking water is soft, so limescale builds up on glass and taps more slowly than in hard-water areas.
- After each shower: a quick pass with a squeegee keeps the glass clear.
- Once a week: wipe the glass, tray and fittings with a mild bathroom cleaner.
- Avoid abrasives: scourers and harsh powders can scratch glass and chrome.
- Keep the air moving: run the extractor fan to stop condensation and mould.
Why us
Why homeowners choose us for their walk-in shower
Homeowners choose us for walk-in showers because we match the shower to the house, not just the look.
- Electric, mixer and power showers, chosen for your water system
- Frameless fixed glass panels and low-profile trays
- Most shower-only jobs fitted in 1 to 2 days
- Electric showers wired and certified by a registered electrician
- 15 years of experience, founded by James McCallum
- Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 36 Google reviews, with a 2-year workmanship guarantee
Not sure whether you need a walk-in shower or a wet room? Read our walk-in shower vs wet room guide.
Free survey
Book a free walk-in shower survey
Tell us about your bathroom and your current shower, and we'll check your water system and the space at a free survey before giving you a fixed-price written quote.
- Free, no-obligation survey
- Water system and pressure checked
- Fixed-price written quote
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What is the difference between a walk-in shower and a wet room?
A walk-in shower has a low-profile tray and a fixed glass panel, while a wet room has no tray at all. In a wet room, the whole floor is waterproofed and slopes gently to a drain, so it is completely step-free. A walk-in shower needs less floor work, is quicker to fit and usually costs less, which makes it the right choice for most bathrooms.
Can I have a walk-in shower with a combi boiler?
Yes. A thermostatic mixer shower works well with a combi boiler, because the boiler supplies hot water at mains pressure. An electric shower also works, as it heats cold mains water itself. A power shower is not suitable, because its pump is designed for tank-fed systems. We check your boiler and water pressure at the free survey and recommend the right shower.
Will water splash out of a walk-in shower without a door?
Not if it is planned properly. We size the frameless glass panel to the tray and position the shower head so the spray is kept inside the shower area. A longer tray gives the water more room to settle before the open end. We plan this at the survey around your room, so the floor outside the shower stays dry in normal use.
How long does it take to fit a walk-in shower?
A walk-in shower usually takes 1 to 2 days to fit when the job is just the shower. That includes removing the old tray or enclosure, fitting the new tray, glass and shower, and finishing the walls. If the shower is part of a full bathroom renovation, the whole job usually takes 5 to 10 working days, and we confirm the timescale at your free survey.
Do I need an electrician for an electric shower?
Yes. An electric shower needs its own electrical circuit, and the work must meet strict safety rules because it is in a bathroom. A registered electrician we work with fits the circuit and connects the shower, then gives you an electrical certificate. We organise this as part of your job, so you do not need to find or book an electrician yourself.
Are walk-in showers good for elderly people?
Yes, a walk-in shower is much easier to use than a shower over a bath. The tray has a low step, there is no door, and a thermostatic mixer keeps the water at a steady temperature. A fold-down seat and grab rails can be added. If even a low step is difficult, a wet room is the better option, and councils may help with the cost for disabled people.
Can you fit a walk-in shower in a small bathroom?
Usually, yes. A walk-in shower often fits along one wall or across the end of a small room, and the frameless glass panel helps the space feel larger. We measure the room at the survey and plan the tray and glass around the door, toilet and basin, so the room still works well day to day. In very small rooms, we will tell you honestly what will fit.
How do I keep the glass on a walk-in shower clean?
Use a squeegee on the glass after each shower and wipe it weekly with a mild bathroom cleaner. Avoid scourers and harsh powders, which can scratch the glass and chrome. Most drinking water in Scotland is soft, so limescale builds up slowly here, which makes the glass easier to keep clear. Running the extractor fan also helps by reducing condensation.