How To Install Shower Door On Tile Wall

Save time by setting several tiles at once.

How to install shower door on tile wall.

Give your shower an update with new tile. Begin by removing the old tile or the fiberglass shower wall. Glass shower doors are a perfect completion to a tiled shower enclosure offering a more attractive and effective water containment than a traditional shower curtain and rod. Also tile is heavy so put down blankets to protect the floors and tub from being damaged by falling.

On the ceiling and floor of the shower we used 2 x 2 tiles and on shower walls 2 x 4 tiles. Install them over the screws at the top and bottom of the jamb. Also keep that shower tile looking fresh in the future by regrouting wall tile. Wear skid proof shoes kneepads gloves.

This is a dusty job so use plastic to cover your doorways wear a respirator that s rated for dust cover the floor with a drop cloth and make sure there s plenty of ventilation. Plan your design layout in panels increments of three horizontal rows of tile. Before you start setting tile take some measurements and see how the tiles will all lay out image 1. Sliding doors hang from the top track so install it over the wall jambs as directed by the manufacturer.

Attach the door handles and any towel bars. Repeat the installation on the other jamb. In our project we set the tile for the wall opposite the shower door first. Attach the seal strip to the bottom of the door and cut it to the required length.

Place end caps on the tops of the wall channels. Lastly remove the 1 2 ledgers and add the bottom row of tiles. In our project we set the tile for the wall opposite the shower door first. Glass doors can be clear or frosted for privacy and there is a range of track finishes to match almost any bathroom decor.

Tiling a shower is a diy project that you can usually accomplish in a few days with the right tools and equipment. Put the finishing touch on your shower door installation. Then pick your shower tile and use this guide for step by step instructions on how to tile a shower. Required tools for this shower tile project.

Prepare the doors by installing roller and if applicable handle towel bar hardware.