You probably already know the benefits of a glass shower enclosure. Glass is naturally non-porous and anti-bacterial, making it relatively easy to clean. What's more, the reflective surface of glass bounces light back into your bathroom, creating a bright ambiance.

Well, those qualities that make glass an ideal material for your shower enclosure mean it's also good for other bathroom surfaces. Indeed, that's a trend in bathroom design today — according to Home and Garden TV , designers are aiming to finish entire bathrooms in glass. Discover how this trend can work for your bathroom.

Contractors can construct glass walls out of heavy-duty glass and discreet hardware. While it's true that standard glass doesn't exactly afford you privacy, you can choose etched, frosted or otherwise altered glass. The surface is still reflective, but the wall will be opaque. A glass wall works well for a toilet room or other private space.

Porcelain is the traditional material for bathroom sinks. However, if you want a glass sink, there are several options. One is to choose a glass vessel sink, which can come in colored or even painted glass. Another is to choose a drop-in sink in preformed glass. Finally, you could have glass experts construct a custom sink — this is a stylish option if you have a mod bathroom.

There's no need to stop at the sink when it comes to glass. It's possible to outfit the entire vanity top in glass. One option is to choose custom-cut, heavy-duty glass to place on top of your vanity. You could place a vessel sink on top of this. Another option is to choose a prefabricated sink and vanity top combination.

Since the goal of adding glass to your bathroom is to reflect light back into the space, mirrors are another method. It's possible to have mirrors customized into shapes that complement your décor. You can also have an entire wall covered in a single mirror or multiples. You could even use a mirrored wall instead of a plain glass wall.

When planning for mirrors, aim to place them to best reflect the light without creating a glare. This may be directly opposite a window, or it may be better to place them perpendicular to the window. Experiment with a movable mirror before committing to an installed one.

Another way to use mirrors in your bathroom design is on the front for your vanity. It's possible to choose a prefabricated mirrored vanity and have that installed. However, you can also have traditional vanity doors fitted with mirrored panels.

The vanity might not be the only place you have cabinetry — after all, homeowners always prize storage space. Instead of the traditional doors, consider opening up your cabinets with glass fronts. Typically, manufacturers replace the central wooden panel with glass. However, you could omit the wood frame and have the cabinet box itself affixed with custom-cut glass doors.

Another place for custom-cut glass is in the shelving. You can utilize this construction anywhere you have even a little space. For instance, transform an empty corner into bonus shelf space by adding glass shelving. You can even have the fronts of the shelves outfitted with hardware to prevent your items from sliding off.