How to replace shower door handle?

[threemonkeys]

Where can I find something like this? Is their an extruded section in this shape available I could cut to size or a clip on aluminium or plastic handle from another department? It's for a old 3.door sliding shower screen so needs to accommodate the thickness of the screen. Pics of screen, others

 

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[EricL]

Hello @threemonkeys 

Thanks for sharing your question about your shower handle. Would you happen to remember the brand and name of your shower enclosure? If you do, you can perhaps give the manufacturer a call in regards to spare parts. I've had a thorough look for that particular shape you've posted, but I could not find anything similar. I've also had a look at the thickness of the frame of your shower door and it does not appear that you can screw anything into it as frame is quite narrow. 

My only other thoughts are to perhaps have the door handle 3D printed. You can give the 3D manufacturer the dimensions and they'll be able to print your handle.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

[threemonkeys]

Thanks EricL, it's an old Regency screen, I found replacement parts for it online except for the handle.

Bunnings has wheels for the top that fit, not model specific things like the E block though, I was hoping to find a universal handle that would snap on over something like a thick frameless.

The supplier uses an $80 snap on one made for a different screen (like the white one above) that is huge, would definitely be something I'd bang my elbows on and I don't think fits the low profile retro look. Unfortunately I don't know what the original looked like but it would likely have been a slimline plastic one fitted between the glass and the frame thats since snapped off. I don't how to go about getting a 3D printed replacement.

[EricL]

Hi @threemonkeys 

It's good that you found the manufacturer of your shower. But it's a shame that they no longer produce the original handle for your shower. I recommend engaging the services of a local shower installer in your area. Perhaps they might a spare handle in their spare parts box that might work with your shower door. It's also possible that they can install a handle that's compatible with your shower door frame.

Another option is to speak to an aluminium and glazing shop that does custom showers. I'm fairly confident that they might be able to suggest something to fit your shower door.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric