I am surprised that designers keep forgetting a simple solution to the “getting wet” while turning on the water problem of glassed in showers. I had my glass company cut a crescent shape at the edge of the panel near the controls so I could get my arm in, turn the faucet and stay dry. Why hasn’t this idea gotten more traction? Here’s an example.

I did this simple white tile, but it comes in may colors. Like a subway but with a twist....love it and would look great in your space.

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