Just wrapping up my porcelain tile install on my 32×60 shower. I am installing framed sliding shower doors and was researching ahead for that. There are 3 screws installed in each vertical side. The screws provided are 1/8"x1 1/2". The instructions say to use the anchors provided, however when framing out for my shower, I installed studs right where these are going to go. What's the best way to go about doing this and are these screws sufficient? Obviously I won't be anchoring with the studs. 1 1/2" will barely make it through the track, tile, and Hardiebacker. I'm assuming these are meant to be used due to the anchors, so I should look for something longer? Also, I suppose I should predrill 3/8" holes through the ceramic with a diamond bit, huh?
Shower – Installing framed sliding shower doors
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Best Answer
You will be fine with the 1 1/2" screws. If you think about your install it's exactly what the manufacturer expects (99% of shower doors are tile over hardiebacker). That said if you are bothered there will be no harm in using longer screws with the same diameter.