A glass shower door is one of the best additions you can make to any bathroom space. Whether you are replacing an old glass shower door or looking at glass shower door installation for the first time, it’s important to understand the steps you need to take to replace this part. Keep reading as we share how to install a glass shower door and upgrade your bathroom fixtures this year.
Shower Glass Door Installation Cost
When it comes to shower glass installation, you have two options: DIY this project or work with a professional to install the glass shower door. Both of these options have their pros and cons, but ultimately it comes down to how confident you feel in undertaking this task alone. If you are very confident with DIY projects, then you may want to go ahead with this project. Due to the glass involved in the door, we usually recommend that most people leave this task to a professional who will know how to effectively and safely change over your door.
As far as the cost of the glass shower door installation, you’ll find that the labour alone will cost between £100 to £500 for a framed door. The cost for a frameless shower door is between £200 and £500 for the labour, and custom shower door labour can be almost double this price due to the complexity of the task. The cost of the door itself will also be based on a variety of factors, with shower panels coming in at between £100 and £600 and frameless shower doors starting at £600 and going up to the thousands.
How to Replace a Glass Shower Door
If you’ve decided to go ahead with installing these bathroom fittings alone, you’ll want to make sure you have all of the tools you need to install the shower door properly. Follow these steps to safely fit a glass shower door. Always reach out to a professional if you have any challenges though to avoid damage to the glass.
Dispose of Your Old Shower Screen
When replacing any bathroom fittings near me, you need to make sure you safely remove and dispose of your old shower screen if this is a replacement project. You may also want to outsource this task to an expert who will ensure you don’t cause any damage to your shower or the wall itself. Make sure you dispose the shower door in the proper manner for your local area or work with a team who can collect and dispose of this part.
Prepare the Wall for Your New Shower Screen
Even a frameless glass screen will need a wall channel to be fitted in order to safely install the shower screen. This will be placed between 10 and 15 mm from the shower tray’s outer edge. Always make sure you use the right drill bit for any installation project and remove any wiring out of the way to avoid dangers.
Installing the Glass
After putting the wall channel and foundation in place for this project, it’s time to install the glass. Every shower screen will have its own set of unique instructions, so always follow these as opposed to any general instructions you’ve found online. We always recommend calling in the help of a friend at this point if you are trying to DIY this task. The weight of the shower screen can be a lot for one person to take, which is another reason that many people leave this job to the professionals. If you have a very heavy shower screen, always add bracing bars or extra support to avoid issues in the long run with the weight of your shower door.
The Finishing Touches
The final touch for any shower door installation process will be to seal off the edges and clean up the shower. You’ll need to make sure you use caulk to seal off the edges as this product works to create a watertight barrier that will stop the rest of your bathroom from potentially getting damaged by water. Leave it to dry for 24 hours or the length of time that’s recommended on the packaging to ensure it will be able to offer you the benefits that this sealant is intended to offer.
A glass shower door is something that many people are adding to their bathroom in order to make the shower less claustrophobic and still protect the bathroom from water splashes. Whether you are replacing your current shower door or looking to upgrade your space, our team will be here to support you with this task. While you can DIY this project, we always recommend leaving it to the professionals. Contact us today for more information about our services or to discuss any questions you have about installing a glass shower door.