What makes a Shower Screen different from a shower curtain/liner?

A Shower Screen operates as two discrete panels that work in tandem as opposed to one monolithic sheet of material.

A Shower Screen uses two rigid hangers that slide along the shower rod, allowing the panels to be snapped on and off quickly and easily, as opposed to using a plurality of shower rings or hooks to string the curtain/liner to the shower rod.

A Shower Screen is always kept flat even when the shower is left open and not in use. This allows both the shower stall and the panels to dry, minimizing mildew and mold in the shower. This is not possible with a curtain/liner.

A Shower Screen creates a different aesthetic in the bathroom, revealing the space vs covering it up. The simple design and construction conveys a clean elegance that is modern, minimal, and utilitarian.

What are the dimensions?

Snap-bars: 29” x 1” x ½”

Hanger (when assembled):
29" w x 14" h

PEVA Snap-Panel:
30” w x 57” h

Total dimensions:
30" w x 70" h

Nut size (for hook):
standard: 10-32
metric: M5-0.8

Does a Shower Screen work with all bathtubs?

The Shower Screen is designed for any standard alcove bathtub.

It is NOT designed for freestanding, clawfoot style bathtubs.

Does a Shower Screen work on all types of shower curtain rods?

The Shower Screen hanger is designed for any shower curtain rod: Straight, Curved, or Double.

*If you have an L-shaped rod, you may be able to use a Shower Screen, but it would require three screens. At this point in time we only offer kits with two screens.

*If you have a Rectangular curtain rod, Shower Screens won't be the best solution. You could benefit by using the screens on the side you access the tub from, but you'll probably want to continue using a conventional curtain to cover the other three sides of your bathtub.

Will Shower Screens work for walk-in style showers?

We don't recommend it at this time. The length of the shower panels were specifically designed for the alcove tub. You may find it necessary to drop the shower rod lower than desired, or have a larger gap between the floor and the panel than desired.

Are replacement panels available?

Individual replacement panels aren't available, yet, but they are coming soon. Sign up for our email list and you'll be the first to know when they arrive.

Are we aware of the fact that the permanent glass (stationary) panels installed in walk-in showers and alcove tubs are also referred to as shower screens?

Yes, we are - and KOVE Shower Screens are not those.

Is a Shower Screen and a Pony Curtain the same thing?

A Shower Screen can also be called a "pony curtain" due to the similarities of design and purpose that it shares with a pony wall. Use either term as it pleases you. We’ll know what you mean.

How do I install my shower screen? Is assembly required?

It's as easy as 1, 2, 3.

1. Assemble the hanger: attach the hooks to the bamboo bar.

2. Hang the assembly from your shower rod.

3. Snap your EVA panel to the bar - and you are ready to shower.

(Repeat steps 1-3 if using 2 screens - as most will.)

Mind the Gap!

Don't let the screens stick together when they're drying. Ensure there's a gap for air to circulate between them.

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. - Ben Franklin

How do I clean my shower screen?

For starters, (unless you’re looking for that shabby chic wrinkled look), do not put the EVA panel in the washing machine.

Shower screens are completely seamless; there are no features of the panels for mildew and mold to grab hold.  Soap scum and scale buildup can provide a foothold for mildew, though. To remove soap scum and scale, give the panels a quick wipe down with a simple solution of vinegar and water (1:4) every now and then and they will last many times longer than a conventional liner. 

(A melamine sponge works miracles, but these break down and release melamine into our environment. Be aware.)

Tips:

1. Soap causes "soap scum." If you want to stop experiencing it, investigate using a cleanser bar that is not soap.

2. Don't let your screens dry against the tub. Place your bath mat in between the two.

What is the snap-panel made out of?

Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) - also known as Polyethylene Vinyl Acetate (PEVA)

Is the packaging recyclable?

The Shower Screens are shipped in fully recyclable cardboard.

Are shower screens good for the environment?

Great question. We recognize that making stuff and using stuff has consequences. The most effective way we know to mitigate environmental impact is to offer people a thoughtfully designed product that results in less resource consumption, and then to join in the endeavor to clean up our messes.

Two KOVE Shower Screens use ⅔ the material of one conventional shower liner. (We're not even considering the curtain that is often used with a liner.)

Furthermore, because shower screen panels stay free of mildew longer and are much more easily maintained, they are expected to last at least twice as long as a shower liner. This also creates a downstream benefit of needing to use less chemicals for cleaning both the enclosure and your shower stall.

Learn more about sustainable practices here.

Do you ship internationally?

We currently ship within the continental United States, Alaska, and Hawaii.

See our shipping policy.

See our returns policy.