We use 1 4 at the hinge side and 3 16 at the strike side.
Glass width on door hinge side of frameless shower.
Frameless shower doors consist of tempered glass with two or three hinges at one side.
For 3 8 thick glass.
Types of shower doors.
Is the side hinge.
In general the width of a shower door should be between 22 inches and 36 inches.
If the width is longer than 36 inches you may have to include an extra panel to the door to support the weight of the structure.
The average height of a shower door is about 72 inches although the maximum height will depend on the width and weight of the product.
Kitchen bath and glass.
Two hinges can a maximum weight of 80 lbs and door width of 26.
Here s a quick guide.
The gap you are showing is 3 8 that s about 1 8 to 3 16 above the accepted norm.
The added advantage and beauty of a gw glass shower door over our competitors is the 78 in.
The top of your shower glass should be at least as high as the shower head.
To maximize water management locate your shower head so it does not spray directly onto the door.
I design frameless showers every day and install the complicated ones.
This is the standard height for all our panels adding unmatched style and extra value to your frameless shower door purchase.
Here are just a few of the shower doors customized and installed by glass doctor.
We recommend door widths from 28 to 36 wide for single doors and double doors where wider access desired.
If you notice leaks at the sides or bottom of the door there s a good chance the door is out of alignment.
The gw range of frameless shower doors come with exceptional high quality fittings in a variety of beautiful finishes.
Two hinges can carry a maximum weight of 80 lbs and door width of 28.
Three hinges max out at 120 lbs and 34 for 1 2 thick glass.