How To Instal Bypass Shower Door

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How to instal bypass shower door.

Install inner door guide. Bypass shower doors can be installed either on a bathtub shower unit or on some shower only units. The holes for the rollers are 2 1 4 57 mm from the top of the glass. Install the door handles that come with the kit.

How to install a basic sliding tub shower door. Do this both inside the shower and outside as well. There is never a need to install a bypass shower door on a bathtub that has no shower since a splash guard is not needed. The outside glass door panel is positioned closest to the shower.

Stabilize the assembly by drilling a pilot hole and driving a inch screw through the outside face of the base track wherever it meets a vertical frame member. The inner door has an additional guide to prevent wobbling and it screws in place with two screws. Hang the inside door first sliding it all the way forward toward the wall with the showerhead. Install the outside rollers with the tab on the clamp on top.

The outside roller components are assembled to the glass panel and secured with a screw as shown. Hold the clip downward as the screw is tightened. Apply a fine bead of caulk to the edge of the frame where it meets the shower enclosure. Install the outer door and make sure both glide freely.

Wipe away any excess. That s all for today. Align the outside door handle with the holes in the doorframe. Seal inside and out.

Install towel racks or door pulls with the hardware provided.