Install A Shower Door Into Tile

Follow the steps below to do this project all on your own.

Install a shower door into tile.

On the side of the shower opening that will support the door hold a jamb piece against the wall so that its lower end fits into the base track. Dealing with glass tile during the installation of a frameless shower door can be a bit challenging but it s nothing you can t handle on your own. Attach the seal strip to the bottom of the door and cut it to the required length. Without moving the track use a 4 foot level to adjust the jamb until it s plumb.

Repeat step 18 to install the outer shower door panel into the outer door channel with the towel bar handle facing outward. For the frame you ll need to install tracks at the bottom sides and top of your shower opening using sealant and screws. Installing a glass shower door is a process that requires a lot of patience. Shower door kits will come with a set of metal tracks that seat the shower door so most of the assembly process involves installing the metal frame.

Put the finishing touch on your shower door installation. Step 1 plan for the holes. Problem is that the stone accent tile a stripe in the middle of the wall extends beyond the shower and into the bathroom a few inches an. Follow the steps necessary to determine where the holes need to be for your anchors.

The installation process will vary depending on whether you re installing a swinging or sliding glass door but either way you ll need to start by assembling a frame for the door. This will be secured by a metal threshold that fits onto the front lip of the tub two side columns that will be secured into the tile walls and a single cross member to connect the columns on top. The installation which is essentially the same for a stall shower or tub shower is a no brainer. We show you here how to carefully install the fragile glass on tile without a hu.

Attach the door handles and any towel bars. Step 20 install the door bumpers in the vertical track channels by snapping the bumper tabs into the predrilled holes in the channels. Place the glass clamp sweep into place on the door s bottom edge and secure it at the door clamp.