Ultimate Guide to Installing A Shower Door

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Installing a shower door may sound like a tedious job but in reality, it is quite fun when you have the right equipment to start off with. Besides, you can do it by yourself by having just some basic knowledge of tools and equipment. Well, with that said, DK Hardware provides you with a variety of options in tools and equipment when it comes to installing a shower door. Read on to know what you'll need to install a shower door like a pro!

What Will You Need?

To install a shower door, you'll probably require the following products:

U-Clamp

A U-Clamp is a tool that is used to secure fixed panels of glass for shower enclosures. For example:

  • Matte Black Square Style Hole-in-Glass Fixed Panel U-Clamp - SCU4MBL
  • Brushed Nickel Round Fixed Panel U-Clamp - RC79BN
  • White Oversized Fixed Panel U-Clamp - UC79W

U-Channel

U-Channels are typically used to protect the edge of the glass, keeping the glass panel stable and intact. DK Hardware offers a wide range of U-Channels in different sizes and finishes like:

  • Satin Anodized 1/4" Single Aluminum U-Channel - D631A
  • Duranodic Bronze Single U-Channel - D3201DU
  • Dark Bronze 3/4" U-Channel 144" - D327DU

H-Jamb

H-Jambs are ideally used for glass-to-glass applications. It gives the glass panel a clear appearance and also serves as a functional seal. For example:

  • Polycarbonate H-Jamb 180 Degree for 3/8" Glass - P380HJ

Silicone Sealant

The main purpose of silicone sealant is to seal structural materials like glass, aluminum, metal alloys, stainless steel, wood, and plastics. Some of the DK Hardware's best silicone sealants include:

  • Clear 33S Silicone Sealant - 33SC
  • Tan 33S Silicone Sealant - 33ST
  • Bronze SilPruf Silicone Sealant - SCS2097

Why Do Need A Shower Door Enclosure?

Shower doors are gaining more and more popularity nowadays as they offer a variety of useful traits. Some of the main benefits of having a shower door enclosure is:

  1. It illuminates your bathroom enclosure by reflecting natural/artificial light.
  2. It creates a sense of spacious and large bathroom.
  3. It locks the water and steam inside your shower areas.
  4. It creates a sense of privacy and elegance.

Conclusion

DK Hardware provides a variety of U-Channels, U-Clamps, H-Jambs, and seals for your shower door installation. Click any links on this blog to be redirected to some of the best options for your shower door enclosure.

For any specific questions, feel free to reach out to us!

For quotation contact via email: sales@dkhardware.com or Toll Free: 877-509-8040