Can you install a shower door on a bathtub?
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Can you install a shower door on a bathtub?
Anything bigger in a bathtub size will restrict you, but you can custom order. Look at the edge of your tub, if it is straight, you can install any type of shower door. If it is a curved edge, you should prefer a hinged or pivot door.
Can you fit a shower screen yourself?
Shower screen installation is relatively straightforward, providing you are competent at DIY, especially drilling into tile. Remember that shower screens fittings aren’t designed to be completely watertight so there’s always a chance that some water will escape.
Do shower screens go to the ceiling?
Most contractors will eschew installing shower doors all the way to the ceiling because there needs to be room to allow steam and moisture to escape. While it is possible to tile your shower space fully, it is not ideal to have floor-to-ceiling length shower doors.
Does a shower screen need a support bar?
Frameless Shower Screens are usually attached directly to wall tiles or some other durable wall coverings, via rubber backed brackets. However, many companies recommend either a support bar and/or corner bracing shelf also be installed to add extra strength and durability.
Do you tile before fitting shower screen?
We always advise fitting the shower tray before tiling the walls or installing wall panels as this ensures a more watertight seal around the sides of the tray.
Can you put a glass door on an acrylic tub?
Myth #4: Heavy glass doors can’t be installed on fiberglass/acrylic. While most heavy glass doors are not recommended to be installed on fiberglass or acrylic units, Basco offers heavy glass doors that are suitable for these kinds of bases.
How much space should be between shower glass and ceiling?
Leave a space at least 6-12″ between the top of the shower enclosure and the ceiling on at least one side for ventilation.
Do you need a screen for shower over bath?
However, shower over bath design can pose more of a cleaning challenge if you opt for a shower curtain instead of a bathtub shower screen. More difficult to clean and wipe dry, shower curtains can cause mildew and mould. If cleaning time is a priority, a bath shower screen is a superior choice.
How do you support a frameless shower screen?
What supports a Frameless Shower Screen? Frameless Shower Screens are usually attached directly to wall tiles or some other durable wall coverings, via rubber backed brackets. However, many companies recommend either a support bar and/or corner bracing shelf also be installed to add extra strength and durability.
When installing a shower what is installed first?
For tile or shower panels, drywall goes in first. Installing a shower pan includes many steps, such as cementing the floor to create a sturdy base and installing the shower walls.
