Yes. Each splashback is made to order and there are no standard sizes. Our team of experts use only the best safety glass made to Australian Standards. You come direct to the manufacturer, that’s why are prices are the most competitive in the market place.
Frequently Asked Questions
As per Australian Standard As1288 clause 5.11 'toughened safety mirror safety glass mirrors are likely to distort as a result of the toughening process.'
Yes we can remove and dispose of your old shower as an extra service to installs. A removal fee applies.
Yes we provide a local Melbourne installation service.
Contact us on phone number (03) 8393 2000 or submit an online enquiry.
3600mm is the limit of our glass length. Special orders available up to 4500mm. Access must be measured out.
Certified glass is supplied by Pipers International compliant with the Australian Safety Standard AS/NZS 2208:1996 requirement at the time of manufacture. The standard applies to all safety glazing materials as required by AS 1288:2006. A certificate of compliance is available with every order. Please contact Customer Service on 1300 005 384 or email info@pipersinternational.com.au quoting your receipt number (if available) or retailer location and your job address.
Pipers International process custom made glass locally.
1. Use only Australian certified safety glass; we use two types of safety glass; Grade A – Toughened & Laminated Safety Glass. These are covered by Australian Standard AS 1288-2006 for installation and selection and AS/NZS 2208:1996 detailing safety test requirements
2. Use a qualified licensed & experienced installer or choose a DIY friendly screen
3. When installing the shower screen you may do it yourself according to Australia Law however there are certain styles such as Frameless that we recommend leaving to a qualified glass person
4. Easier styles have lighter glass, partial frame & telescopic adjustment such as the Elfreda Suite Semi Frameless Shower Screen
5. Work toward standard sizes, we deliver a large range of standard shower screen panels as well as custom made Shower Screens available in incremental size options
6. Glass must be cut to size before toughening, & cannot be re-worked once toughened. This is why its very important to take accurate measurements before processing the glass, including the floor & wall levels
7. A certificate of compliance is available on completion of a Pipers Installation. Or if you are doing it yourself we can provide a supply only one
8. Always measure exactly where you want the shower screen to sit & put a spirit level on the wall & floor
9. Do not use abrasive cleaners of any kind on hinges & other hardware
10. Keep glass clean to prevent mineral & soap deposits
11. Set rules where the glass is not pushed on, banged into or slammed. Role model safe practices are required in glassed areas, its not a playground
12. If you have had any movement in the house check that it hasn’t put pressure on the glass
13. Do not allow soap scum to build up. Soap scum is alkaline, so if it is left there for a few months without being cleaned, it will etch into the glass as glass is porous
14. Keep a plastic or cloth squeegee in the shower or use your towel to wipe away droplets after every shower so they don’t get a chance to dry
15. Use non-alkaline soap. It’ll help protect your shower screen and it’s better for your skin anyway
Hinged shower doors that swing inwards only are not permitted by code. They should open outwards. There is a safety issue where previously people have been stuck in their shower screen therefore they should always open outward. It is a minimum BCA requirement for the door to open outward.
Some designs like frameless glass have 180 degree hinges, allowing both outward and inward door designs.
Whilst we highly recommend our full service supply and installation service we also manufacture supply only based on customers specifications.
Guidelines for supply only orders:
- If you require templates; all templates must be made from sturdy material (e.g. Perspex, steel/tin, timber/ply)
- Templates must be full size
- Out of square measurements must be shown exactly
- Indicate colour name on your order
- Measurement from centre of powerpoint
- Standard power point sizes are 100 x 60mm
