Adjusting Glass Shower Door Hinges

How to identify and and keep a frameless shower door from sagging.

Adjusting glass shower door hinges.

Some doors have a piano hinge with a clamp that extends the length of the door. A door hinge that has come loose may cause the door to drag at the bottom causing damage to the door. This repair should only be done by professionals. Set the door on its edge on a bath mat or towel with the hinges facing you.

You ll commonly find hinged glass doors in bathroom showers with the hinges drilled directly into the glass or held in place with pressure alone. Loosen the screws holding the hinges and slide the hinges until they are seated on the edge of the door then tighten the screws. If your shower has a level adjustment bar like this one you will want to watch this first. While adjusting you will likely need a partner s help to prevent the glass door from falling to.

These doors are durable and relatively easy to fix when they become stiff. Hold the door closed with the handle as your assistant installs wooden shims at the underside.