How is the sealing performance and durability of Shower Cabins?

The sealing performance and durability of Shower Cabins are core indicators for measuring their quality and user experience, especially in home or commercial bathroom environments.

1、 Sealing performance
The sealing performance of a shower room is mainly reflected in its ability to prevent water flow from overflowing and water vapor leakage. A good sealing design can effectively prevent water accumulation on the bathroom floor, improving the safety and comfort of use.

The key to sealing performance lies in the following aspects:

Quality and installation of sealing strips: High quality silicone sealing strips have good elasticity and aging resistance, which can maintain the sealing effect for a long time; Poor quality rubber is prone to deformation and cracking, leading to seal failure.
Design of bottom water blocking strip: Reasonable height and fit of the water blocking strip can effectively prevent water leakage, especially in cases of poor drainage on the ground.
Door structure and closure method: Shower rooms with magnetic suction doors or double-layer sealing designs usually have better sealing performance. Whether the door is vertical and installed accurately also directly affects the sealing effect.
Environmental impact: Frequent switching, large temperature and humidity changes, and other environmental factors can affect the lifespan and performance of sealing materials.
The criteria for judging the sealing performance include whether there is water flowing to the outside during the shower, whether there is a clear "suction feeling" when closing the door, and whether water vapor is easily diffused throughout the entire bathroom.

2、 Durability
Durability determines the service life and overall cost-effectiveness of a shower room. A high-quality shower room should have the ability to operate stably for a long time and be less prone to problems such as rust, deformation, and damage.

The key factors affecting durability are:

Glass material: commonly used tempered glass has high strength and appears in granular form after breakage, meeting safety standards; The thickness is generally 8mm or 10mm, the thicker the more stable it is. Some high-end products use laminated glass, which will not splash even if it breaks, making it safer.
Quality of metal components: Sliding rails, door frames, brackets and other metal components are mostly made of stainless steel, copper alloy or high-quality aluminum alloy, and the surface is treated with anodizing, electroplating and other processes to enhance corrosion resistance.
The quality of hardware accessories, such as hinges, pulleys, handles, etc., should be made of materials that are wear-resistant and have strong load-bearing capacity. High quality hardware can support the door to be repeatedly opened thousands of times or more while maintaining good condition.
Sealing strip lifespan: High quality silicone sealing strips can have a lifespan of up to 58 years, while inferior products may experience aging problems within 12 years.
Installation quality: The correct installation method can reduce stress between components and extend the overall service life.
In addition, legitimate manufacturers will conduct professional tests such as salt spray testing, impact testing, and durability testing on products to ensure their stable performance in various usage environments. Products certified internationally or nationally (such as CE, NSF, GB) are more secure.

High quality Shower Cabins should have excellent sealing performance and long-lasting durability. The sealing performance determines the waterproof effect and cleaning convenience during use, while durability is related to the long-term stability and maintenance cost of the product. When choosing, attention should be paid to material quality, structural design, brand reputation, and after-sales service to ensure the purchase of safe, reliable, and long-lasting shower products.