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Where can I find a comparison of different shower hardware finishes?

CRL Shower Hardware Finishes

Use the above link to open the Shower Hardware Finish Cross Reference Guide. Scroll down the page and click the button when you find the finish you are looking to match. This will direct you to all the products under the selected finish category. You can also select View Guide in the banner image at the top of the page to open the door hardware finish chart PDF with all the finishes.

Shower Hardware Finishes Door Hardware Finish Chart



How to request Showers Online® Program?

Showers Online® Trial Request Form


Use the above link to open the Showers Online® Trial Request form. Populate all required fields (*). Submit request and a Showers Specialist will reach out to you by email with your log-on information for the Free 30-day Showers Online® Trial. To get there from the any page, hover over Resources in the top right and click Showers Online® from the drop-down. Click to open up the request form.



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Shower Door Hinges

Which hinge glass cut-outs are compatible (alternative hinges)?

Group 1

Geneva, Pinnacle, Ultimate, and Roman

Group 2

Vienna and Cologne

Group 3

Prima and Cardiff

Group 4

Senior Prima and Senior Cardiff

Group 5

Victoria and Plymouth

Group 6

Classique, Petite, and Monaco

Are there replacement screws for hinges?

Cover Plate Screws



Wall Mounting Screws



How do I calculate the weight of a glass door/fixed panel?

Formula = Width x Height = #/144 = lbs. Per square foot x (glass thickness*)

* multiply by:

  • 5, if 3/8 in. (10 mm) glass
  • 3.5, if 1/4 in. (6 mm) glass
  • 4.25, if 5/16 in. (8 mm) glass
  • 6.6, if 1/2 in. (12 mm) glass
i.e. Dimensions: 3/8 in. thick glass, 28 in. wide, 72 in. tall:
28 in. x 72 in. = 2016 divided by 144 x 5 = 70 lbs.



What can I do to prevent my shower door from slipping?

Here are some tips you can follow if your shower door is slipping:

  • Make sure the door is within spec requirements of the hinge you are planning to use
  • Clean gaskets with alcohol prior to installing hinges
  • Ensure pivot points are aligned. If they are misaligned, you will hear a popping sound when operating the door
  • Switch out the black gaskets for the clear gaskets:
  • Follow the diagram below to add setting blocks (PSB125) to prevent slippage
Setting Blocks Diagram
How do I rotate a hinge from a 90 degree position to 5 degrees?

Watch the video below to learn how to easily rotate a hinge from a 90 degree position to 5 degrees.



Are shower door hinges self-closing?

Most hinges are self-closing within 15 degrees. Our new hinges Bellagio, Como, and Lugano differ, see product details for more info.



Sliding Shower Door Systems

What is the minimum curb size to install a sliding system on a tub?


What parts are required for 180-degree wall-to-wall installation with the Essence® Series Kits?

ESS1 Kits

ESS3 Kits

  • Order basic ESS3 (Square Cornered) kit in your choice of finish
  • Order two each GE90S (Square Cornered) brackets
  • Order your choice of pull handle or knob
  • Order any other shower accessories you may want for the enclosure


What are the sliding kit systems (1 fixed panel, 1 sliding door)?


What are the bypass systems (2 sliding doors)?


What is the Premium Shower Sliders Line?

The Premium Shower Sliders Line consists of the Brixen double bypass slider series, Cavoli single slider series, Colonia single slider series, and Tofino single slider series. All series in the Premium Shower Sliders line conseals all mounting scres for a sleek and sophisticated look.

Shower Door Handles, Knobs, and Towel Bars

Which knob cut-outs are compatible?

3/8 in. (10 mm) or 1/2 in. (12 mm) Fabrications:


1/2 in. (12 mm) Fabrication only



What are the most common replacement parts for pull handles, towel bars, and knobs?

Item #

Description

Compatible Series

30WKWasher Kit for 3/4 in. (19 mm) Back-to-Back Solid Pull Handles
(4 Metal and 8 Plastic Washers - 4 Large, 4 Small)
BPD6, SPH6, BPD8, SPH8 Pull Handles
30SKTwo End Caps with Threaded Rod, Metal Washers,
and Plastic Washers (4 Large, 2 Small)
BPS6, SSP6, BPS8, SSP8 Pull Handles
SQMW10Metal Washers (10 per pack)SQ Back-to-Back Pull Handles & Back-to-Back Towel Bars
SSBM10Set Screws (10 per pack)BM Pull Handles; BMNW Pull Handles; SQ Pull Handles; MT Pull Handles & MT Back-to-Back Towel Bars; Ladder Pull Back-to-Back Pull Handles & Ladder Pull Back-to-Back Towel Bars
BMSKWaster/Stud Set (2 per pack)BM Pull Handles, BM Towel Bars & BM Towel Bar / Pull Combinations
BMNWSKStud Kit (2 per set)BMNW Towel Bar / Pull Combinations
SQSKWashers/Stud Set (2 per pack)SQ Towel Bar / Pull Combinations
C0LSKLPLow Profile Stud Kit (2 per set)Colonial Towel Bar / Pull Combinations
HW0583/4 in. (19 mm) Clear Washer (1 each)BMNW Pull Handles & Towel Bars
HW0591/2 in. OD x 1/4 in. ID (13 x 6 mm) Clear Macaroni (1 each)Pull Handles/Towel Bars/Knobs
DH114GASK1.25 in. (32 mm) Clear Gasket (1 each)Pull Handles / Towel Bars with 1.25" (32 mm) Washers


Can shower handles be wall mounted?

Only the following handle series can be wall mounted:

Items needed:

  • Must purchase a back to back handle from one of the above listed series
  • 1.5 in. (38 mm) long wood screw, purchased at a local hardware store CRL does not carry this item

Collars from the handle are to be mounted to the wall with wood screws. The side of the handle with set screws will be used. Place it over the collars and tighten with the set screws.
Crescent, Colonial and Victorian series handles CANNOT be made into wall mounts because they do not have a brass collar.



Clamps

What clamps are alternative options for each other?

Group 1

Group 2



Is there a weight limit to the clamps/brackets?

There are no guidelines on clamps/brackets. Clamps are meant for additional structural support, not meant to hold weight. Hinges are meant to hold the weight. Follow requirements for hinge limitations.



Wipes and Seals

What seals and wipes can be used for 1/2 in. (12.7 mm) glass?
What seals and wipes can be used for both 1/2 in. (12.7 mm) and 3/8 in. (9.5 mm) glass?
PMA10 (Magnetic)
PMA10
PMB10 (Magnetic)
PMB10
PMC10 (Magnetic)
PMC10


Are there longer shower seals and wipes than the standard 95 in. (2413 mm)?