Shower door handles are included on most glass doors, but it’s important to remember that they serve two purposes. Most obviously, handles or knobs make it easier to open and close the door. However, like the other hardware, door handles also have an aesthetic function, ornamenting the glass and helping determine the overall style of the enclosure. Using our years of experience in the glazing world, the Glass Simple crew is happy to provide this overview as well as answers to shower door handle FAQs.

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Shower Door Handles Overview



Shower door handles can be conveniently grouped into four general categories for purposes of discussions with customers.

• Pull handles
• Towel bars
• Knobs
• Finger pulls

Another variation is the fact that pull handles, towel bars, and knobs are generally available as either a single item or a matching back-to-back set. Also, it’s possible to order a combo set that has a towel bar on the outside and a pull handle on the inside.

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Q: Which type of handle is most popular for Glass Simple customers?

A: As our customers visit our Manassas Park shop and place online orders, we’ve noticed that our back-to-back tubular pulls – like 8X8TH – are highly popular. Appealing features of this product include:

• Ergonomic shape with rounded contours
• Simple appearance that works with many décor styles
• Versatile handle style with broad appeal

Tubular pull handle options from Glass Simple include back-to-back sets as well as single sided products, and back-to-back is the favorite. You can also choose from handles that are installed using holes in the glass spaced 6” center-to-center or 8” center-to-center.

 

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Q: What’s a good option for a customer who wants a handle that adds character and charm to the shower?

A: While many like the simplicity of a tubular pull and its ability to blend in with various decorating modes, other customers seek an item with a more distinctive appearance. Ladder pulls like 6X6LH are a favorite. They have a bit more pizzazz than a simple tubular pull, but their look is still classic enough to stand the test of time. These are also ergonomic and can often be opened by placing one’s wrist between the glass and the highest part of the handle, which is nice for homeowners dealing with joint issues or other realities that make gripping a door handle difficult.

 

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Q: What can I recommend for a client who wants to minimize metal components on the glass shower?

A: Some years back the obsession with minimizing metal shower enclosure components was in full swing. Today, we’re seeing more varied preferences as grid-style glass, for example, highlights metal (or metal-style) grille-work on its surface. However, you will still work with clients seeking a look as close to “all glass” as possible. Shower door knobs are available in modern and traditional styles, and they have a much smaller footprint than a pull. Through-glass finger pulls are even more low profile, and may be the most inconspicuous door handle option. See Glass Simple’s SAVFGP as an example.

 

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Q: Is there a preferred option for homeowners who are looking to maximize bathroom storage?

A: Many factors impact a client’s choice of handle, and storage issues may be one of these. In small bathrooms especially, it’s vital to maximize convenient, space friendly storage options. A horizontal towel bar can be installed on a glass door in place of a vertical pull and thus serve double roles as a door handle and a bar for hanging a towel or washcloth. Towel bar options include single sided items, back-to-back sets, and towel bar/pull combinations. Our towel bars are available in various lengths such as 24” center-to-center and 18” center-to-center. When placing an order, note this carefully to avoid ordering a bar wider than the piece of glass it is being installed on.

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Answers to Your Questions About Shower Door Handles, Knobs, and Towel Bars

The Glass Simple staff is happy to help with questions about these items and all our products. Call us at (571)707-7760 for pro tips and answers to your questions.