Corner sliding chrome shower screens around 116×80 need careful recess and tray measurements before ordering — measure both wall lengths of the corner, check tray size matches the screen claim, confirm chrome with existing tapware, and stay inside the adjustable range listed on the product page.
See: Corner sliding chrome shower screen 116x80.
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Who this is for
This guide is for Australian bathrooms replacing a curtain or tired screen with a contemporary chrome corner slider. It suits rectangular corner trays in the 116×80 cm class and renovators who need to know whether 40 mm total adjustment is enough for their walls. Alcove-only recesses may need a different screen type.
Darrah Opens lists a 40 mm adjustable contemporary corner sliding chrome shower screen at 116×80 cm with 6 mm toughened safety glass and reversible adjustment notes on the product page.
Specs and measuring checklist
Listing highlights: size 116×80 cm; height about 195 cm; glass thickness 6 mm toughened safety glass made to Australian glazing standards notes; chrome frame with clear glass; adjustable on both left and right side — total of 40 mm across entry and return as described; frameless sliding door styling cues; stainless steel handles; reversible fit. Confirm every tolerance on the live page before you buy.
| Check | How | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Wall A length | Three heights | Out of plumb |
| Wall B length | Three heights | Corner trays are two-sided |
| Tray stamp | Match 116×80 claim | Mismatches leak |
| Adjustment budget | Within ~40 mm total story | Beyond = tiler/custom |
| Tapware | Chrome match | Finish harmony |
Measuring checklist
- Measure both wall lengths of the corner at multiple heights.
- Check tray size matches the screen claim.
- Confirm chrome with existing tapware.
- Allow only the adjustment range listed on the product page.
- Note shower head wall so door orientation makes sense.
- Photograph the corner square with a level in frame.
Step-by-step recess tolerance workflow
- Clear the corner and dry the tray.
- Measure Wall A and Wall B at bottom, mid and top; write all six numbers.
- Compare spread — if the difference exceeds the screen’s adjustment allowance, stop and speak to a tiler.
- Verify tray dimensions against 116×80 class labelling.
- Dry-orient which side is entry vs return based on the shower mixer wall.
- Install channels and doors per the manual; set adjustment evenly rather than using all tolerance on one side if possible.
- Silicone and cure before use; first showers are a leak check, not a stress test.
Corner vs alcove
| Layout | Corner sliding 116×80 | Alcove screen |
|---|---|---|
| Two wall corner tray | Yes | Wrong geometry |
| Three-sided recess | Usually no | Yes |
| Curtain replacement in corner | Common upgrade | — |
| Severe out-of-square | Adjustable helps a little | May need custom either way |
Corner units free a wall visually; alcove screens suit rectangular three-wall recesses. Pick the geometry you actually have.
Common mistakes and care
- Ordering from memory of “about 1200 wide.”
- Ignoring tray size stamped under the hob lip.
- Using all 40 mm adjustment on one bowed wall without checking door seal.
- Chrome screen with brushed gold taps by accident.
- Skipping silicone cure time.
Squeegee after showers. Keep bottom tracks free of hair and grit so wheels run smoothly. Use glass-safe cleaners.
When 40 mm is not enough
If your six measurements show a taper larger than the listed total adjustment, packing or retiling is safer than forcing glass. Custom screens exist for a reason. A level and a straight edge tell the truth faster than optimism.
Chrome finish pairing
Chrome still dominates many Australian bathrooms for a reason — it matches classic mixers and resists looking dated next to white tiles. If you are moving the whole room to matte black or gold, change the screen finish in the same project rather than mixing three eras of metal.
Leak-check routine after install
After silicone has cured per the guide, run the shower across the full spray pattern while a helper watches the outside corner and track ends with a dry paper towel. Minor weep at adjustment extremes can mean the door needs re-centering within the 40 mm budget. Do not “fix” leaks with extra silicone piled over dirty joints — clean, dry, and reseal as the manual describes. Keep bottom tracks clear: grit is the enemy of smooth chrome corner sliders.
FAQ
What if walls are out of square?
Use the adjustable range; large errors need packing or a custom screen.
Glass thickness?
Listing notes 6 mm toughened safety glass — confirm on the page.
How much adjustment?
Product naming/page describe about 40 mm total across entry and return — verify the exact figure before relying on it.
Height?
About 195 cm on the listing — check shower arm and ceiling bulkheads.
Corner only?
Yes — this SKU is a corner sliding design, not a generic alcove panel set.
DIY?
Possible for experienced DIYers; stop if waterproofing is uncertain.
Track cleaning?
Hair and grit stop smooth sliding — wipe tracks weekly in shared bathrooms.
Match to gold accessories?
Better to keep chrome consistent or replace accessories in one finish family.
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