For those more experienced with shower door installation the satisfaction of doing the project yourself is made easier with clear instructions and access to the right tools.
Sliding shower door track installation.
Learn the steps needed to fix it and get it running smoothly again.
Repeat the installation on the other jamb.
Install the sliding hardware on the glass door.
If the door is coated make sure the uncoated side faces out.
Sliding doors can be taken off the track by tilting it up and out.
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.
Sliding doors hang from the top track so install it over the wall jambs as directed by the manufacturer.
Slide the door back and forth to check for smooth operation.
Once the hardware is installed hang the doors on the top track.
Depending on the type of guide you use you will follow the specific correlating directions below.
Assemble and install the sliding glass door.
A dragging shower or bathtub door can permanently damage both the door and the track if ignored for too long.
Protect the shower or tub from scratches with a drop cloth.
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For the frame you ll need to install tracks at the bottom sides and top of your shower opening using sealant and screws.
Install them over the screws at the top and bottom of the jamb.
Remove the panels framing on the sides of the shower.
Unscrew the guide at the lower edge of the sliding door.
Prepare the doors by installing roller and if applicable handle towel bar hardware.
Hinged doors can be removed by using a screwdriver to remove the hinges from the door.