What is the difference between frameless and semi-frameless shower screens?

Frameless shower screens have minimal hardware and no structural framing, while semi-frameless screens include a perimeter frame for additional support.

Are semi-frameless shower screens durable?

Yes. The aluminium frame provides added strength while the glass panels are made from toughened safety glass.

Are semi-frameless shower screens easier to maintain than framed screens?

Yes. Because there is less framing around the glass, they tend to collect less soap residue and are easier to clean.

Are semi-frameless screens cheaper than frameless?

In most cases, semi-frameless shower screens are more affordable while still offering a modern bathroom appearance.

Semi-Framed Shower Screens

Semi-Framed Shower Screens Melbourne

Semi-framed shower screens provide a reliable and practical solution for many bathrooms.

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What Are Semi-Framed Shower Screens?

Semi-framed shower screens feature glass panels supported by aluminium framing along certain edges, helping provide additional structural strength.

This type of screen is commonly used in bathrooms where durability and affordability are key considerations.

Compared with more minimalist designs, semi-framed screens provide:

stronger structural support
increased stability for larger openings
excellent water containment

cost-effective installation

Advantages of Semi-Framed Shower Screens

Strong and Durable

The aluminium framing reinforces the glass panels, helping maintain stability and longevity even in busy family bathrooms.

Practical Design

Semi-framed screens are designed to perform reliably in everyday use while still providing a clean, functional appearance.

Cost-Effective Bathroom Upgrade

Because they use thinner glass and structural framing, semi-framed screens are typically the most affordable shower screen option.

Suitable for Many Bathroom Layouts

Semi-framed designs can be installed in:

corner shower areas
alcove showers
sliding door showers
pivot door shower

Custom Semi-Framed Shower Screens

South East Screens custom measures every installation to ensure a precise fit within your bathroom.

Our team works with homeowners, builders and renovators to supply semi-framed shower screens that match the dimensions and layout of the space.

Each screen is manufactured using:

toughened safety glass
durable aluminium framing
quality hinges and fittings

This ensures long-term performance and reliable water containment.

Our Installation Process

Consultation and Measurement

We inspect the bathroom and take precise measurements to ensure the screen fits correctly.

Manufacturing

The screen is manufactured using quality materials designed for durability.

Installation

Our installers fit the screen securely and ensure all seals and fittings are properly installed.

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Serving South East Melbourne

South East Screens provides installation across Melbourne’s south east including:

If you are renovating or building in the area, our team can measure, supply and install a frameless shower screen tailored to your bathroom.

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Installation Across Melbourne’s South East

South East Screens provides installation throughout Melbourne’s south eastern suburbs including:

Berwick
Narre Warren
Cranbourne
Pakenham
Officer
Clyde
Clyde North
Hampton Park
Dandenong
Hallam

Our installers have experience working with both new builds and bathroom renovation projects across the region.

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Sliding Robe Doors

Mirrors

Custom radius frameless panel installed today in Toorak using a brushed gold wall channel.

Sill-less semi-framed shower screen installed today in Clyde North. Designed for disability access, these retain the same great features of the standard semi-framed screen range!

A few jobs completed over the last few days, including a custom 1900h brushed nickel semi-frameless screen
Get in contact with us today and have your old shower screen replaced asap!

Have a look at this beautiful, made to order ‘Tricia’ semi-framed shower screen and cut to size mirror installed today in Carrum Downs as part of some bathroom renovations!

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Immaculate black semi-framed shower screen as part of a bathroom renovation in Wandin!

Frameless shower screen installed with brushed nickel hardware in Edithvale.

➡️ For the before & after on this semi-framed shower screen replacement in Berwick today.

Two frameless fixed panels installed this morning in Seddon, using black brackets.

Finished result in Clayton South.
An old and damaged sliding screen, replaced with this modern, pivot door solution with a custom return panel.

Message the page today regarding all your shower screen, mirror, sliding robe doors and splashback needs! Servicing Melbourne and surrounds.

Finished result of this custom ‘Apollo’ shower screen completed today in Chelsea.
Installed with laminated glass, with the client opting for a full size door opening.
Another happy customer!

Quick replacement of a blown up return panel completed this morning in Edithvale.

2100x950 Frameless Panel installed this morning in McKinnon.

Before, during and after of this damaged wire-cast shower screen replacement. Completed in an hour in Berwick.

Did you know that wire-cast glass is considered as B-Grade safety glass and is no longer compliant with Australian standards for use in shower screens? It’s weak, brittle and breaks in shards of various sizes that can harm you quite easily.

An old and damaged sliding gold shower screen was replaced with this modern, sleek, chrome pivot door option!
Completed today in Scoresby by the professionals.

Our biggest week yet done and dusted!
9 shower screens with a mixture of semi-frameless & semi-framed, with half being removals, and a set of robe doors. Be sure to get in quickly to be booked in for next week!

Metallic silver splashback, measured with precision and installed in Cranbourne West. 💦

Custom semi-frameless brushed gold screen completed in Oakleigh South.

Incase you needed another reason or two to choose us for your next project!

2 semi-framed shower screens completed for these bathroom renovations in Pakenham.

If you’re looking to have your shower screen replaced- there’s no better time than now to get it done!
For the remainder of January, South East Screens is offering 10% off of your shower screen replacement and in most cases, have a 48 hour turnaround!
To find out more, message us today to get started

Signage completed on the work rig yesterday by @tradiewraps
Huge thanks again!

Kicking off 2026 with a bang!
2 removals and a new install completed today as part of a bathroom renovation.
We have plenty of openings next week, so if you want to get your bathroom looking like any of these, get in touch today or visit our website!
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A few shower screens completed today in Selby, Cranbourne and Narre Warren.
If you’re looking for the best, look no further than South East Screens 🚿🧼

Old shower screen removed and replaced with this front and return semi-framed shower screen in Oakleigh South.

Old front and return sliding screen removed and replaced with this pivot door screen requiring a custom return panel in Berwick 🚿

Old white sliding shower screen replaced with this silver semi-framed shower screen in Tynong this morning.

Leaking semi-frameless screen replaced today with a silver semi-framed screen today in Berwick, as well as a couple of other installs completed the last few days.

Black Semi-Framed shower screen replacement today in Nunawading, as well as a customer supplied screen replacement in Beaconsfield.

Out with the old, in with the new at Deer Park 👌🏻

Custom Brushed Gold Semi-Frameless screens completed in Chirnside Park on Friday, as well as a before and after of a shower screen for a customer who wanted to create a larger door opening in a small confined space.

Frameless shower screens completed in South Melbourne.

Our new website is now live!
Link in our bio, swing by and have a look 👌🏻

Black Semi-Framed shower screen for a bathroom renovation in Eltham.

Before, during and after of this outdated framed sliding shower to a modernised, sleek, black semi-framed pivot door shower!

Updated business cards and some stubby holders! 🍻

A few before and afters from this last week 👌🏻
Message the page today for some quotes regarding your next project. Competitive prices without compromising quality!

Splashback fitted on Tuesday out in Sunbury, as well as a couple of old shower removals and new installs 🙌🏻

Semi-Frameless ‘Momentum’ corner slider completed in Hughesdale today 👌🏻

A few jobs completed so far this week 🙌🏻 including a before and after of a job completed in Frankston South yesterday.
Contact the page today for a free measure and quote for your new shower screen, robes, caulking, splash-backs and mirrors.

Been a while since the last post.
Just a glimpse of many shower screens that have been fitted in some clients houses- we also offer removal and disposal of your old shower screen! Message the page today for a free measure and quote.

4 shower screens recently completed.
All different colours - and different styles.
With many options available to suit your next project or renovation, don’t hesitate to contact South East Screens today for a free quote 👌🏻

A few polished silver semi-framed shower screens fitted today in Berwick 🙌🏻

A few black semi-framed shower screens fitted so far this week 👌🏻🙌🏻

Shower fitted out this last week gone by in Clyde 👌🏻 we are now back in business after a short break, message the page today and get your bathroom freshened up with a new shower screen 🙌🏻

Set of sliding robe doors with matt silver framing and tracks 🙌🏻
Fitted out for Marcus in Dromana, with the customer opting for a plaster finish so he can colour match the doors to the walls himself 🤝🏻

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Why Choose South East Screens

South East Screens provides reliable shower screen installation with a focus on workmanship and long-term durability.

We provide:

custom shower screen manufacturing
experienced installers
high quality glass and framing
dependable installation

competitive pricing

Semi-Framed Shower Screens

Semi-Framed Shower Screens Melbourne

What Are Semi-Framed Shower Screens?

Advantages of Semi-Framed Shower Screens

Strong and Durable

Practical Design

Cost-Effective Bathroom Upgrade

Suitable for Many Bathroom Layouts

Custom Semi-Framed Shower Screens

Our Installation Process

Consultation and Measurement

Manufacturing

Installation

Serving South East Melbourne

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between frameless and semi-frameless shower screens?

Are semi-frameless shower screens durable?

Are semi-frameless shower screens easier to maintain than framed screens?

Are semi-frameless screens cheaper than frameless?

Installation Across Melbourne’s South East

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