Any width in 1 increments.
Standard shower door width.
When framing the alcove do not add any extra space to accommodate the shower tub.
Ideal for wide openings with a typical opening of 60 inches wide.
Sliding door operation requires no floor space for opening door.
It must be exactly 60 inches.
Bypass or sliding shower doors are a common solution for a small bathroom or bathtub showers.
Square shaped showers 32 x 32 inches 34 x 34 inches 36 x 36 inches this shower can stand in the corner of your bathroom along one wall or alone with all four sides enclosed by glass.
Consist of two and sometimes three panels that slide along each other on tracks.
Compared to a tub shower combo this option gives you more room to move around in.
In general the width of a shower door should be between 22 inches and 36 inches.
If the width is longer than 36 inches you may have to include an extra panel to the door to support the weight of the structure.
Anything over 36 inches needs extra support from a side glass panel to support the weight of the door.
Alcove shower bathtubs commonly are 60 inches wide and their bypass or sliding doors are usually about 58 inches.
The minimum shower door width for a better functionality.
Recommended shower door height to have pleasant shower experience.
The best width for an entrance to your shower that is both comfortable and aesthetically pleasing is between 22 and 36 inches.