Lux Glass designs and installs custom frameless shower enclosures across Oakville — built on-site to your exact dimensions, finished in your choice of hardware, and backed by our 5-year workmanship warranty. Every enclosure is fabricated from tempered safety glass, with an upgrade option to Starphire low-iron glass for the clarity that high-end Oakville bathrooms demand.
Call 416-897-0767 for a free in-home consultation · or request a quote online.
The 2026 Oakville bathroom: frameless, curbless, and crystal-clear
Oakville renovations in 2026 are leaning hard into the “wet-room” aesthetic — a single sheet of glass separating the shower from the rest of the room, no curb, no bulky hardware, no green-tinted glass dulling the marble or porcelain behind it. The dominant 2026 design moves are well-documented: frameless enclosures replacing framed doors, curbless or “zero-entry” thresholds for both accessibility and a larger-feeling space, and matte black or brushed gold hardware paired with calm, organic palettes (the so-called “Japandi” influence).
That look only works if the glass itself is invisible. Standard tempered glass has a faint green tint that gets stronger at the edges — fine for a powder room, but distracting against white Carrara, Calacatta, or any pale stone. That’s the gap Starphire low-iron glass fills, and it’s the upgrade we recommend for any Oakville client doing a full bathroom renovation.
Our shower enclosure styles
- Frameless walk-in enclosures — single fixed panel, no door, ideal for curbless wet rooms.
- Frameless hinged shower doors — full-height pivot doors with minimal hardware.
- Frameless sliding (bypass) doors — for tubs and alcoves with limited swing room.
- Steam-shower enclosures — sealed enclosures with transom and full-height door for true steam-tight performance. More on steam showers →
- Black-gridded “industrial” doors — fixed-panel shower screens with a steel-look grid for the contemporary look popular in Oakville’s newer infill homes.
- Custom geometry — neo-angle, curved, oversize panels, ceiling-height installations.
Why Oakville clients ask for Starphire low-iron glass
Starphire is PPG’s branded low-iron glass — the same product used by leading luxury hotels and architects. The iron content of standard float glass gives the edge a green hue; Starphire removes the iron, so the glass reads as truly colourless. In a renovation where you’ve spent on book-matched marble, brass plumbing, or hand-laid mosaic, Starphire is the difference between seeing your design and seeing it through a faint green filter.
We stock Starphire and install it specifically for clients who ask for it. It carries an upgrade cost over standard tempered glass — exactly 35% on the panel — and we’ll show you both samples in your home before you commit, so you can decide whether the upgrade is worth it for your bathroom.
Our process — no surprises, no rushed measurements
- In-home consultation. We come to you in Oakville at no charge to discuss configuration, hardware, and glass type. We bring physical samples of standard tempered glass, Starphire, and every hardware colour and finish available on the market.
- Quotation. Itemized written quote within 48 hours. No “estimate,” no upsell games.
- Final templating. Once tile and curb are set, we return to laser-template the opening — every enclosure is fabricated to your room’s actual dimensions, not the architect’s drawing.
- Fabrication. Tempered to CAN/CGSB-12.1 safety standard (the Canadian tempered-glass code).
- Installation. Typically 30 minutes to 3 hours on-site by our own installers — never subcontractors.
- Warranty. Five-year workmanship warranty in writing.
What it costs in Oakville
A custom frameless shower enclosure in Oakville generally runs:
- Standard frameless hinged door + side panel: ~$1,500–$2,100 installed.
- Walk-in fixed panel (curbless wet-room style): ~$600–$2,500 installed, depending on size.
- Steam-shower enclosure with transom: ~$2,100–$3,300 installed.
- Starphire low-iron upgrade: adds exactly 35% to the glass cost.
Final pricing depends on dimensions, hardware finish, glass thickness (3/8″ vs 1/2″), and access on installation day. We provide a fixed written price — never a surprise extra.
Where we install in Oakville
We work across all Oakville neighbourhoods, including Old Oakville, Bronte, Glen Abbey, West Oak Trails, Joshua Creek, Iroquois Ridge, and the lakefront estates south of Lakeshore. We also install regularly in Burlington, Mississauga, Milton, Hamilton, and Toronto — see our full service area.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a custom shower enclosure take from quote to install?
From signed quote to installation, expect 2–3 weeks. Templating happens after your tile and curb are set; fabrication takes about 7–10 business days from final template; installation is one half-day on-site.
Is Starphire glass really worth the upgrade cost?
For clients with light-coloured stone, marble feature walls, or designer plumbing fixtures — yes, almost always. For a standard ceramic-tiled shower in a secondary bathroom, the difference is harder to justify. We bring both samples to your home so you can decide against your actual finishes, not a showroom. For the full breakdown of where Starphire is worth it and where it isn’t, see our Starphire low-iron glass guide.
What thickness of glass do you use?
Frameless enclosures use 3/8″ (10mm) tempered glass as standard. We’ll use 1/2″ (12mm) for oversize panels, ceiling-height installations, or where structural span requires it. All glass is tempered to Canadian safety standard CAN/CGSB-12.1.
Do you offer a warranty?
Yes — every Lux Glass installation in Oakville is backed by a 5-year workmanship warranty in writing. The glass itself carries the manufacturer’s warranty against defects.
Can you do a true curbless / wet-room installation?
Yes, provided the floor is properly sloped and waterproofed by your tile contractor. We coordinate with your contractor on glass-channel placement before tile is laid so the installation reads as seamless.
Do you handle steam showers?
Yes. Steam enclosures need a transom (top vent) and full-height door for steam-tight performance. See our steam shower page for details on materials and steam-generator coordination.
Ready to start your Oakville shower project?
Call 416-897-0767 or request your free in-home consultation. We’ll bring samples of Starphire glass, hardware finishes, and recent Oakville project photos to your home — no obligation, no pressure.