I'm looking for some tips on how to install a shower door in my condo bathroom. I bought this place from a previous owner who used a wheelchair, so the master bathroom was designed as an open-access shower with a collapsible water dam on the floor. I've been managing with it as is, but I'm finally ready to add a proper glass shower door. However, since I'm on the 25th floor, I'm really concerned about any potential leaks affecting the unit below me. I want to ensure that I don't compromise the existing waterproofing.
Initially, I thought about adding a curb and a frameless door, but a contractor warned that I'd need to replace the shower pan to get a proper pan liner under the curb, which I want to avoid. Now, I'm thinking of just putting in a frameless shower door while keeping the collapsible water dam. I have a few specific questions:
- Can I install a frameless door without removing or changing the water dam?
- Is it safe to drill into the tile or floor without risking the waterproof membrane?
- Would a framed shower door be a better and safer choice for my setup?
- I've heard that the floor and walls need to be perfectly straight for frameless glass—how true is that?
I'm looking for any insights or experiences, especially from those with high-rise condos or accessible shower setups. Thanks a lot!
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Nice shower setup! It sounds like a straightforward installation process. The tricky part might be finding the right door that fits your space. Typically, you'd take out the threshold pieces and fill in any gaps with high-quality caulk. After that, the side and wall rails can be attached to the wall and caulked as well. Finally, be sure the new threshold gets caulked to the floor. Just make sure to double-check your measurements before you order anything.
When you mention the threshold, are you talking about the water dam that's already there?