SAFEdour Support Guide: Measuring Up & Choosing the Best Shower Enclosure

SAFEdour Support Guide: Measuring Up & Choosing the Best Shower Enclosure

1. Why Accurate Measuring Matters

Getting the right fit is crucial for a safe, watertight, and easy-to-use shower enclosure. SAFEdour doors and panels are designed for simple DIY installation, but a few minutes spent measuring carefully will ensure a perfect result, every time.

2. What You’ll Need

Tape measure (preferably metal for accuracy)
Notepad or phone to record your measurements
Spirit level (optional but recommended for checking wall/plinth level)

3. How to Measure Your Shower Space

A. For Corner or Alcove Showers

Width 1: Measure from the back wall to the front edge on the left side (or the side you want as “Side 1”).
Width 2: Measure from the back wall to the front edge on the right side (“Side 2”).
Height: Measure from the top of your shower tray/base (or floor, if wet room) up to the maximum height you want the enclosure to reach (SAFEdour standard is 1850mm).

Tip:
Always measure at two or three points along each edge (top, middle, bottom) and use the smallest measurement for each side. This accounts for any out-of-square walls.

B. For Wall-to-Wall (Niche) Showers

Measure the width between the two facing walls at the point where you want your door installed.
Measure the height from the tray to the top (SAFEdour doors are 1850mm tall).

4. Deciding on Panels & Doors

A. Corner Install (2 Walls)

You’ll need: 1 SAFEdour door + 1 SAFEdour fixed panel
(Panel closes off the open side, door provides entry.)

B. Freestanding/Open-End Install (1 Wall)

You’ll need: 1 SAFEdour door + 2 SAFEdour fixed panels
(Panels on both sides, door in between.)

C. Niche/Alcove (3 Walls)

You’ll need: 1 SAFEdour door (no panels needed)
(Door fits between two solid walls.)

D. Custom or L-Shaped

Mix and match doors and panels to suit your layout.
(Contact us if you’re unsure—we’re happy to help!)

5. Choosing the Best Size & Configuration

Match your measured widths to our size options.
If your measurement falls between two sizes, choose the next size up for easier fitting and adjustment.
For rectangular corner enclosures:
Decide which side you want as the longer side (left or right when facing the shower).
We offer both options for each size—just select your preference at checkout!
For square enclosures:
Both sides are equal, so no left/right choice is needed.

6. Example Size Selector (for Rectangular Corners)

650–700mm (Left) x 850–900mm (Right) x 1850mm – Longer Side on Right
850–900mm (Left) x 650–700mm (Right) x 1850mm – Longer Side on Left
700–750mm x 700–750mm x 1850mm (Square)

7. Extra Tips for the Perfect Fit

Check for obstacles: Make sure there’s no pipework, window sill, or raised plinth that could block the frame or door movement.
Allow for adjustment: SAFEdour doors and panels are designed with some flexibility for fine-tuning on site.
Level is best: Use a spirit level to check that your tray or floor is even—if not, note the difference and let us know.

8. Still Unsure? We’re Here to Help!

If you’re unsure about measurements, layouts, or which SAFEdour configuration is best, just contact our support team.
We can walk you through the process, check your plans, or even recommend the best combination for your space.

Quick Reference Checklist

Measured both sides (widths) and height
Checked for obstacles/level
Decided on door + number of panels
Chosen left/right option for rectangular enclosures
Matched size to SAFEdour options

Need more help? please contact us