Fixing Shower Door and Screen Leaks
Water around a shower door is not always caused by the same fault. It may come from the bottom edge, hinge side, corner joint, closing gap, screen shape or an old seal that no longer sits correctly.
This section brings together our practical leak guides for shower doors, shower screens and bath screens.
Before buying a replacement seal, it is worth checking where the water is actually coming from. Some leaks are caused by the seal, while others are linked to the gap, fitting position or door alignment.
First, Find the Leak Point
Frameless Shower Door Leaks
Frameless doors can leak from several points because there is no full frame to contain the water. Start here if you need to narrow down the likely leak area before choosing a fix.
Bottom Edge Leaks
Water Under the Shower Door
If water appears along the floor or tray edge, check the common reasons first. A poor seal fit, old sweep or uneven bottom gap can all cause problems here.
Sealing the Bottom Edge
Once you know the leak is coming from the lower edge, check which bottom seal, sweep or profile is more suitable for the door and gap.
Edges, Hinges and Corners
Water from a Shower Corner
Corners can leak where two edges, panels or tray areas meet. Check the joint, the seal contact and the surrounding fitting area before deciding what to replace.
Hinge Side Leaks
The hinge side needs enough clearance for the door to move, so it may not seal in the same way as a fixed edge. Check the hinge gap and seal position before choosing a fix.
Shaped and Folding Screens
L-Shaped Shower Screen Leaks
L-shaped screens can allow water out around the lower edge, corner area or side return. This guide helps you check the screen shape before choosing a solution.
Folding Shower Screen Leaks
Folding screens have more moving edges than a standard panel. Check the bottom seal, magnetic strip and folding joints before replacing parts.
Browse Seals by Leak Area
Once you have found where the water is escaping, browse the seal collections most often used for bottom edges, side gaps and closing edges.
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Still Not Sure Where the Water Is Coming From?
Send us a photo of the wet area, the existing seal and the door edge. If possible, include the glass thickness and gap size.
We’ll help you check whether the issue is likely to be the seal, the gap, the fitting position or the door alignment before you order.