The Right Hardware for Your Shower Door
Choosing the proper hardware for your shower door can make the difference between a bathroom that meets your needs, and one that leads to frustration or costly repairs. The following simple guide will help you determine the kind of hardware you need for your shower doors.
The most important and varied hardware category is hinges. Depending on the type of shower enclosure (or shower cubicle) and the shower doors you have installed, you’ll want to select hinges that compliment your existing features. There are generally three main types of shower door hinge: glass to glass, back plate, and pony mount and it essential to obtain one suitable for the same range of shower cubicles or enclosures. Consult your local home improvement store or a reputable contractor to advise you on the hinges that are appropriate for your shower enclosure.
A threshold is essential for keeping water inside the shower enclosure and off your bathroom floor. Most types are rather inexpensive and easy to replace.
Full glass shower enclosures usually require panel support, a set of bars that hold the glass to the bathroom wall.
Not to be overlooked are shower door pulls or handles. These come in a variety of styles and sizes to compliment your decor; some are drilled directly into the glass while others can be mounted on the door frame.
If your shower door slides along a track, it likely has rollers that make it glide smoothly open and closed. Found on the top and bottom of the door frame, rollers are very inexpensive and easy to replace if defective.