Choose and Replace Pivot Shower Door Seal in the UK: Durable and Leak-Free

Last updated: 2025-10-29

Pivot shower door seal replacement is an easy and cost-effective DIY job.

This quick guide will show you how to choose the right seal for your pivot shower door — whether it’s for the bottom or the side — and fit it correctly, so your bathroom stays completely leak-free.

Step 1: Identify Your Pivot Shower Door Seal

Pivot shower doors work differently from standard hinged doors — they open and close using a pivot point at the top and bottom.

That means the seal type is more specific and may need a custom fit.

In some cases, you’ll need to trim the pivot shower door seal slightly to fit around hinges or other hardware.

1. Know Which Type of Seal You Need

2. Measurement Is Key

Before buying any replacement seal, make sure you measure accurately:

• Glass Thickness: Measure the thickness of your shower door glass — most common sizes are 6mm, 8mm, or 10mm.
  For example, if you’re replacing an Aqualux 6mm shower door seal for a pivot door, confirm that your glass is indeed 6mm.

• Length: Measure the full length of the seal you need to replace — usually 1m or 2m.

• Old Seal Shape:
  Take a photo or note the shape and width of the drip lip on your old shower screen pivot seal.
  This ensures your new seal effectively directs water back into the shower.

Step 2: Choose the Best Replacement Pivot Shower Door Seal

The right pivot shower door seal replacement provides long-lasting leak protection.

We recommend using high-quality PVC seals, tested to last over 30,000 open-and-close cycles — perfect for humid UK bathrooms.

Our Top Picks:

• Bottom Seal (Drip Rail): 

Look for a design with a long “wiper fin” — it helps guide water back into the shower tray and prevents leaks under the door.

💸 Discount code: BOTTOMLAURA24
💧 For curved doors: SIMBALAURA11

Buy bottom shower door seal 

• Magnetic Side Seal:

Make sure the magnet polarity matches the strip on your door frame (if your old one attracts inward, the new one should do the same).

A strong pivot door magnetic seal is essential for a tight, watertight close.

💸 Discount code: DRYHOME10

Buy Magnetic shower seals

• Universal Fit:

Both SIMBA’s pivot shower screen seals are universally compatible, fitting 12–35mm pivot doors — no need to pay extra for expensive branded parts.

Universal Adhesive Curved Bottom Seal Gap 12-35mm V312S1235F

Universal Adhesive Bottom Seal Gap 12-35mm V312S1235H

Step 3: Replace Your Pivot Shower Door Seal (DIY Made Easy)

Replacing your pivot shower door seal is simple — all you need is a pair of garden shears, a tape measure, and some basic cleaning supplies.

1. Remove the Old Seal

   • Bottom or Side Seal: Gently pull the old pivot shower door seal along the glass edge.

   • If it feels tight or stuck, don’t worry — you can apply steady pressure to remove it completely.

2. Clean the Glass Thoroughly

   • Use mild detergent and warm water to clean the glass edges and seal groove.

   • Remove all limescale, mould, and residue — a clean surface ensures a snug fit for your new pivot door bottom seal.

   💡 Pro Tip: Avoid soaking your new seal in hot water or using lubricants during installation — it can shorten the seal’s lifespan.
   

   Read: 11 Common Mistakes When Installing Shower Seals.

3. Install the New Seal

   • Align the new shower seal for pivot door with the glass edge and press it in evenly from one end to the other.

   • Use your palm to apply steady pressure until the seal sits firmly on the glass.

   • For bottom drip rails, make sure the wiper fin faces inward (towards the shower) to direct water back into the tray.

   See more: How to Fit a Shower Seal Correctly.

4. Cut and Trim

   • Trim the new seal carefully around your door hardware (pivot or hinge areas).

   • Make sure it doesn’t block the door’s swing or movement.

   • You can even send us a photo of your shower setup — our team will guide you on how to cut and fit your seal perfectly.

Why Choose SIMBA?

At SIMBA, we’re more than just a supplier — we’re the manufacturer.

Unlike resellers or generic suppliers, we design, test, and produce every shower door seal in-house, ensuring unmatched quality and consistency.

This article was edited by Laura.