Recover your scratched shower enclosure without replacing it
We restore scratches on the interior face of shower enclosures to recover transparency and a well-maintained appearance without replacing the glass.
A scratch on a shower enclosure changes the perception of the entire bathroom: side lighting makes it visible, it interrupts transparency, and it can make an otherwise well-finished space look neglected.
What is happening to your glass
Blades, abrasive pads, rings, installation tools, or particles trapped during cleaning can mark the interior face of the enclosure. The damage does not disappear with household products because it has become part of the glass surface.
Why it affects appearance so much
Bathroom lighting accentuates every line and makes deterioration visible even when the rest of the glass is clean. In high-end residences, that detail reduces the sense of order and quality.
What leaving it or replacing it implies
Continued scrubbing often enlarges the marks. Replacement requires measuring, fabrication, hardware removal, and resealing; it also carries the risk of not matching tint, holes, or finish.
How we restore this pane
- Restoration focused on the interior face of the shower enclosure
- Preservation of original hardware, holes, and dimensions
- Gradual correction of superficial and deep scratches
- Work with the glass enclosure installed when access allows it
Process specific to this case
- We protect fixtures, frames, stone, and nearby surfaces.
- We work on the interior face, where use, deposits, and visible deterioration are concentrated.
- We correct the scratch in stages until optical uniformity is restored.
- We verify transparency under frontal and lateral lighting.
Deep damage and work limitations
For scratches, there is normally an approximate working limitation of 4 to 7 cm from certain edges. We restore deep damage when the glass remains intact; depth determines time and sequence but does not, by itself, require replacement.
Grupo GNOVIA restores superficial and deep damage when the glass remains intact. Most cases are confirmed using technical information; on-site visits are mainly reserved for large volumes.
Frequently asked questions about this case
Does the scratch reappear after the work is completed?
No. Once the physical surface damage is corrected, the scratch does not reappear on its own. Later cleaning with unsuitable tools could, however, create new marks.
Can you work around hinges and hardware?
Yes, while respecting access limitations and the technical working distance from edges, holes, and hardware.
Is the puerta of the glass enclosure?
We normally work with the glass installed. Access and safety conditions determine whether an additional maneuver is required.
Which side the glass enclosure is restored?
The interior face, where use, moisture, and visible deterioration are concentrated.
What happens if a pane cannot withstand the process?
This is very uncommon because Grupo GNOVIA personnel are trained to restore glass using a controlled sequence. In exceptional cases, previously damaged glass may not withstand the intervention. If that occurs, we do not charge for the service performed on that pane; however, we do not assume the replacement cost of glass that was already damaged before work began. This condition is explained clearly before the work starts.
What annealed-glass thickness do you recommend?
We do not recommend restoring 6 mm annealed glass because its lower strength makes it less likely to withstand the process. Annealed glass 9 mm or thicker has a greater probability of withstanding the intervention; even so, service is performed only under the client’s responsibility and with prior acceptance of this condition. Broken, chipped, or fractured glass is not treated.
Do you need an on-site visit to confirm the service?
Not in most cases. We can confirm service remotely using the damage description, dimensions, glass type, location, and access conditions. On-site visits are primarily reserved for construction projects or projects involving a large volume of glass.
