Frequently Asked Questions

General/Design

- Do you offer Safety Glass?

Yes! Our glass products come as either tempered or laminated, which both meet ANSI Z97.1 safety glazing standards. Our mirror products are fitted with Category 2 Safety Backer.

- What types of glass do you offer?

Monarch Glass offers a wide variety of glass options. Glass thickness ranges from 3/16” up to 1/2”. From cut to size shapes to shower doors (with hardware), mirrors, laminated glass, we have a wide range of glass to meet your needs!

- Do you offer hardware options?

Contact us directly for your hardware needs. Our specialty is glass but we can source hardware options for your project.

- I have a fiberglass insert shower or tub. Can you still provide me with a shower door?

Yes! While a fiberglass tub or shower can limit the options available for your shower door, we can provide alternatives to work safely with these units.

- I have decorative tiles in my shower. Can you provide shower glass to fit this?

All of the glass shower doors Monarch Glass installs are custom to your own bathroom. The shower dimensions are carefully reviewed for accuracy within 1/16 of an inch so that your glass shower door is an exact fit for your shower.

Installation

- How do I measure for my shower door?

You can find help here that will guide you step-by-step for measuring for your custom shower door. You will want to capture the finished height you’d like the glass panels to be, along with widths and ‘out-of-plumb’ conditions.

- What is an “out of plumb” condition?

Typically all showers have conditions that are out of plumb. Don’t worry, this doesn’t mean that your bathroom cannot have a shower door installed. Out of Plumb conditions indicate where the walls may lean in or out a fraction of an inch. It is important to capture these conditions and put them into the shower builder so your custom glass fits perfect!

- How do I clean and care for my shower door?

Water stains are the most common and most difficult stains on glass shower doors and fixtures. There are a wide variety of at-home cleaning solutions (including vinegar and water) that can be used to remove hard water stains. We also recommend a high quality glass cleaner (Spray-Away) and Mr Clean Magic Erasers to help eliminate the most stubborn stains. Once stains are removed, a daily wipe or squeegee treatment will keep your shower glass looking brand new!

- How should I hang my mirror?

Mirrors can be hung a variety of ways. Traditionally mirrors are hung with plastic mirror clips. You can also purchase Mirro-Mastic to apply to the wall. Other installation options include custom framing, which all will depend on your final design.

Don’t see your question?

Contact us with your specific questions and we will help you find a solution to complete your project!