What Tools are Needed for Installation?

What Tools are Needed for Installation?

For successfully installing your Delta® glass shower door, you’ll need a few common tools and some more specialized ones.  


Tools you may have at home:   

Tools you may have at home
  • Masking or painters' tape  
  • Pencil  
  • Gloves  
  • Eye protection  
  • Closed-toed shoes  
  • Measuring tape  
  • Philips screwdriver  
  • Drill with 1/8" and 3/8" drill bit   

Tools you may need to purchase:   

Tools you may need to purchase
  • 32 TPI Hacksaw   
  • Drill bits: 1/8" tile bit, 1/4" tile bit, 1/8" drill bit, 3/8" drill bit, 5/16” drill bit 
  • Shop vacuum cleaner  
  • Stud finder  
  • 3" deep miter box  
  • 3′ level or longer   
  • 100% silicone sealant and tube for applying it  
  • Metal file  
  • Rubber mallet 
  • Tin snips  
  • Non-slip cut-resistant gloves  

*Please note*  

Depending on your bathroom’s stud location, you may need to purchase longer screws to be able to reach the stud.