How To Install A Framed Sliding Shower Door

Hanging the door panels.

How to install a framed sliding shower door.

Mark the positions of the screw holes and use an automatic pump to create divots. Place the rollers on the top frame flange of both door panels and secure them with lock washers and machine screws. Drill 3 16 inch holes tap plastic wall anchors in and attached the jamb with screws sliding the door into place. Once the frame is assembled you can install the door inside of it.

5 install the tracks with the hardware provided. Custom shower doors are a great way to dramatically upgrade your bathroom without the dramatic price. 1 measure the top and bottom track areas. Install the second jamb slide the strike rail onto the second jamb and hold the rail together as you line up the door with the track.

Finally you ll need to install the door fixtures and close up any gaps around the frame with sealant. Installing the door panels is easiest from outside the shower. Prepare the doors by installing roller and if applicable handle towel bar hardware. Measure the shower opening at the top and bottom.

How to install sliding shower doors. The location should be flat. Place the glass clamp sweep into place on the door s bottom edge and secure it at the door clamp. Place end caps on the tops of the wall channels.

7 attach any hardware e g towel bars or handles on the door. Attach the seal strip to the bottom of the door and cut it to the required length. Put the finishing touch on your shower door installation. Determine where the channel will sit on the sill.

2 cut the tracks to length. Attach the door handles and any towel bars. Step 5 hang doors. 6 install the door in the tracks.

Step 4 attach frame. Step 1 measure. Step 3 pick frame location. Whether you need a framed or frameless design pivot or slider our experts will work with you to create a solution that fits your style.

4 lay a bead of silicone on the bottom of the track.