Adjusting Glass Shower Door Hinges

Loosen the hex head bolts on each hinge two turns counterclockwise using the appropriate allen key.

Adjusting glass shower door hinges.

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. A door hinge that has come loose may cause the door to drag at the bottom causing damage to the door. While adjusting you will likely need a partner s help to prevent the glass door from falling to. This repair should only be done by professionals.

Hold the door closed with the handle as your assistant installs wooden shims at the underside. Set the door on its edge on a bath mat or towel with the hinges facing you. How to identify and and keep a frameless shower door from sagging. These doors are durable and relatively easy to fix when they become stiff.

Loosen the screws holding the hinges and slide the hinges until they are seated on the edge of the door then tighten the screws. A quick adjustment of shower door level when it won t close.