How To Install A Shower Door - FRAMELESS Glass DreamLine (MODERN LOOK)

In this video, you'll learn how to install a shower door. This shower door is a modern and sleek frameless glass shower door from DreamLine. With step-by-step instructions, you'll be able to upgrade your bathroom with a contemporary look in no time. I will how how to secure the hinged door, adjust the door, and install the shower seals. Say goodbye to traditional shower curtains and hello to a luxurious shower experience with DreamLine's Unidoor. Follow along with this easy-to-follow guide and transform your bathroom with a modern touch. Enjoy!
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[@mpe777]

EXCELLENT video!! Extremely detailed with crystal clear instructions. Your audience couldn’t ask for more. These manufacturers need to hire you to create installation videos for their products. You’ve got a gift my friend. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@T.E.P..]

This is the thing more people need for their bathrooms and you showed exactly what to do

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Shower doors make a bathroom looks so much better! Good input, Thor!

[@dooleyfan]

Nicely done, and very well explained.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I appreciate it!

[@alexissmith1713]

"And now" I'm giving you a well deserved like! Excellent narration, thank you.

[@marcpaul4822]

Excellent video. You hit all of the details and explained things very well. I was very impressed with the entire presentation ( very clear and concise) as well as your skill and knowledge.

[@mikenobles1515]

Wow thank you so much for making this video. My customer got this exact same glass and luckily your doing the same exact one from Dreamline.

[@davidharrison3074]

I first want to say how nice the start of the video showed your other shower. A proven fact how nice frameless doors make the shower really look awesome. Checking the glass is so important even for scratches. (Not often happened but better to examine the product before getting done) I had a Kohler frameless door shatter in me because I missed a really small hairline crack on the corner. One thing I'm glad that it just all landed on the floor and not damage anything. Always had tarps down along with safety glasses. Remodels always had other things around you. The rubber gloves are so important to have full control of the product too. I always found that I would tell customers also that spending the money for a better door is best in the long run. If the bottom sweep were to need replaced for an odd reason, you usually could get another. The rubber shims are better quality as well. Very important not to have metal against the glass. Doing a check list is important. One thing I've done to save the life of the diamond but is use 2" masking tape and make a reservoir type shape that would allow water to help drill the hole or even a squirt bottle with water after you get the bit started. A little bit of clean up but gives you more life of the bit. Great job with everything as always Josh 🔨👍🏻

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Yes, I installed the same door on the showers and I love them! I used to just use typical shower curtains, but once I started using the shower doors, I will not go back. Sorry to hear you had a glass door break on you. It’s definitely a risk of messing with glass panels. The rubber gloves helped so much when it comes to gripping the door. Some people use suction cups, but I do not have any of those in sure they would work good. I love reading the tips and your comments. The community really appreciates them! Thanks a lot for commenting, David!

[@davidharrison3074]

@@TheExcellentLaboreryes, when that thing broke, it sounded like a gun went off. The blessing was nothing was damaged and when I reached out to Kohler,. They sent a new panel because of the type of break. Another reason I like using reputable companies. I tried the small 4" suction cup handle type and it actually was more difficult because when you had to move it a certain way, you had to set it down and reposition it. The one benefit is, when you have a helper and you can't be on the same side and they can use two of them to hold either panel from one side and not be in the way. Always enjoy your posts and love reading others as well. Always a great feeling to help others. 👍🏻

[@alexwilson7235]

Oh wow mate, you're a very very professional. I really like the video I learned a lot thank you

[@michaelpham7169]

Thanks great videos 👍👍👍

[@bretgreen5314]

Well done; nice lesson. Thank you.

[@flashguy1339]

This also showed me how to repair a bad install. kudoz! I am now a subscriber :D

[@user-wu2te6us2b]

Thank you very much

[@tewodrostafe4827]

Thank you 🙏

[@simonargall5508]

Thank you

[@KennyX1967]

Excellent video as always. I will try to put one up myself one day.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thanks Kenny! Good luck with your door install!

Amazing video, period. Liked an subscribed.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thank you so much! That means a lot to me. I hope you find the video helpful for your project. Thanks for subscribing!

[@joeoloomi824]

Thanks 🙏 learn a lot from your work

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Fantastic! I’m glad you’re learning from my videos. Good luck with your project!

[@UGotTheFunk]

Hey, thank you so much for this video! Can the shower door be installed to metal studs by chance?

[@danielc45]

Great tips! what would you suggest to use as seal along the hinge side of the glass that has a 1/4" space between the wall and the door? Can't seem to find any appropriate seal for the gap!

[@scrapon]

There are better shower door companies out there then Dreamline with much better hardware ... you get what you pay for.. Love that you left the part in ware you bumped the glass with the level. No matter how hard we try sht still happens. Thanks

[@Gsxr617]

I’m curious what don’t you like about dream line ?

[@izac768]

Aldora or guardian glass are really good

[@deadmanswife3625]

This should be very interesting

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

It’s going to be a good one. I hope to see you on the live chat during the premiere!

[@masonbeveridge]

I'm definitely watching this

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

@@masonbeveridge Excellent! See you at the premiere!

[@lamboaus]

If you had the shower door on the left, would that not remove the two doors clashing?

[@kathleengriffin1971]

Do you need to install the grout below the shower base?

[@fischerdrywall]

Will the door accept out of plumb walls

[@PatriciaChinique]

Is it possible to install frameless glass doors on drywall? not for shower but for room divider

[@richardbailey6339]

How far would the bracket for solid glass be from shower head if I ran door the other way. Because toilet is beside where door would be.

[@sivucit]

Thanks much eagrly looking for the video. how much time it took for you to drill one hole using 1/4 diamond bit..

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

It took about five minutes to drill out four holes. It’s not a quick thing but it’s not too bad if you have a fresh diamond bit. I hope that helps!

[@sivucit]

@@TheExcellentLaborer thanks much. Do u have any videos on semi frameless shower door. I have also recommended your videos to my friends

[@victorlombardi8885]

I have “wave” tiles with an uneven surface and I’m afraid it will be challenging to plumb the door. Any suggestions? Also, what drill bit would you recommend for glass tiles?

[@electrickids_club]

how and where do you buy the glass from?

[@willcortez2458]

Hi Josh hope you and family are doing well. But I was wondering have you ever done a video with 3×12 tile work for a shower.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I do not have a video with those tile dimensions. I will be making one eventually, but just not sure win. Hope everything is going good for you and your family as well Will! Thanks for stopping by!

[@willcortez2458]

Awesome thank you so much

[@FNGMOTO]

I have a knee wall so I need a buttress panel, Im having a hard time locating one that will fit a 30 door opening,

[@rabidcougar6465]

Niece just had her bathroom remodeled and glass doors installed in the shower. She just used it for the first time, only to discover the bathroom floor filled with water. Apparently the installer failed to apply the sealing strip along the hinge side of the door, leaving a quarter inch gap between the glass and the wall.

[@Otw33]

Nice job done... What is thesize of shower base?

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

34 x 60” if I remember correctly. I hope that helps!

[@southerndualsport3827]

So I ordered a 42 inch shower pan and a door for a 42" shower pan from dreamline, my question is, will the door be too big for the opening once I tile in the shower? The pan is 42" OUTSIDE dimension and it will be almost 2" smaller opening once it is tiled won't it?? I'm praying I didn't just waste $1000 on a door i cant use!...😢

[@hdc0113]

How much wiggle room do you have if a wall is not plumb? I want to get a shower door similar to this one but my wall where the fixed piece would go is off about 1/2 from top to bottom. Is there a video showing what to do in that situation? Thank you!

[@josuemoreno827]

Glass is cut out of square based on your wall, I’m a shower door installer myself I’ve been doing it for a decade now any questions feel free to ask bud👍🏼

[@Gsxr617]

@@josuemoreno827these are pre fab so different situation if wall is out of plumb

[@doatoolate.1250]

Thought diamons last forever.. lol

[@CookieZ3353]

I had to check the date that this video was made because I've not seen that "bracket" which supports the fixed glass piece, nor have I seen those "h shaped" plastic flanges on any install in hotels, friend's homes, etc. Is this new or just a certain brand of shower door that the big box stores are carrying? It would be too tempting to put your wet wash cloth up there to dry.

[@belkyspereira9427]

we DIY our bathroom, and we just realized that the walls where we are installing the glass sliding doors are un-plumb. is there a way we can fix it? Tile is already on. do you have any recommendations?

[@Davitch84]

Use a rubber gasket shim to kick one hinge out. If it's really out of plumb you may have to cut some tile and inset a hinge

[@user-vh5db6jm5p]

I apologize for the stupid question, but what do you put on the bottom of the shower door to prevent water from leaking out under it?

[@tylermoreland9594]

It is a door sweep

[@BZ1340]

our curb is only 2 3/8 wide. any vids on the sliding type door with 1 fixed panel

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I do not have videos on that yet, but I will. Sliding doors are typically easier to do than hinged doors. I hope that helps!

[@davidharrison3074]

They do make them with a fixed door in a slider, but they get pricey. Normally both panels being functional is the best in most situations. (Turn the shower on and get in on the other side etc.) Really research what your need is and make sure the door will work out. They make so many styles, but make sure you can get parts if needed as well. Online ordering can show great buys, but bad service if needed Some glass companies specialize in custom doors, but then again, the price goes up. Like you mentioned about the sill being narrow. Good luck on your project and I hope this gives you a good outlook and doesn't stop you from doing it yourself. Take any measurements you can wherever you go. More is better than not enough and pictures. 👍🏻

[@BZ1340]

@@davidharrison3074 Ive installed a half dozen or so shower door units. The issue on this one the curb is only 2 3/8 wide yet most doors ask for 2 3/4 The clients want a solid panel with a slide door on 1 Side not hinged. the Center guide on the curb that holds both doors will hang over the inside of the curb 1/4 inch. That makes the sliding door outside the base

[@davidharrison3074]

@@BZ1340 try doing some research, but if the customer is set on a frameless, try a custom location in your area, but at least let the customer know they might have to stay with a standard door due to the difference on the sill area. I know exactly what you are talking about. Sometimes, you just can't make something work and it's hard because it sounds like you really want to help them achieve the frameless look with a stationary panel. Best of luck and I don't mind keeping me posted on this project. Remember, being honest with a customer is a happy customer most of the time. And future work. 👍🏻

[@davidharrison3074]

The Link I posted on my one comment with a link to a door through Home Depot gives you width options too.

[@justesaint-louis864]

A sliding door would of been better for this very small space they have there for their shower... but anyway nice job. looks good.

[@michaelfahim5878]

You would think they would put the screw holes on the outside instead of the inside as that is just asking for trouble.

[@GoldBezos]

Yea. Shoulda added silicone to the screw holes at the very least

[@drurybynum9657]

I can see you're wearing a microphone (appreciate it), so there's no reason the audio should have so much echo. Is it possible you've mixed in the audio from the camera?

[@edwardmcguire3801]

Sherwin williams caulk gun (yellow) 100 times better

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I have never use that caulk gun. I will have to try it out. Thanks for the input!

[@dragonking8817]

So it's funny in all of these videos ordering the correct size door/glass is critical but not spoken about. Did you measure and then place an order for a custom fit? Was the shower constructed to fit this door beforehand?

[@brianshaheen1138]

Thanks for showing me how to do that. Now I don't have to hire you or anybody else to do that type of work. I just love you tube videos. I never have to hire anybody anymore. And I save thousands in labor costs that a tradesman would have been paid.

[@MAGAMAN]

Hahahaha! Relying on youtube videos to learn things is a great way to waste money. If you aren't already good at doing this king of things you will never understand how much bullshit goes into these videos. Most of these people have no idea what they are doing and will recommend sponsored garbage over quality products.