Rubber Seal Guide for Bathrooms: Shower Door and Glass Partition Strips, Magnetic and Bottom Seals, Silicone and PVC, Thickness, Fitting, Replacing Worn Seals, Leaks and Indicative Rates in Pakistan
A rubber seal stops water escaping around a shower door or glass partition, and when the seal hardens or tears, water leaks onto the floor and into the room. Seals cost from about PKR 300 to PKR 3,500 per piece or metre. This page covers shower door and glass partition strips, magnetic and bottom seals, silicone and PVC, thickness, fitting, replacing worn seals, leaks and rates in Pakistan. For related pages see bathroom glass partitions, shower walls and bathroom tile cleaners.
Types
- Bottom seal. A strip with a fin or drip bar along the door bottom.
- Side or vertical seal. Closes the gap between door and wall.
- Magnetic seal. A pair of strips that close with a magnet on frameless doors.
- Edge or bubble seal. A soft bulb for the door edge.
Indicative rates
These ranges show common retail figures.
| Seal | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| PVC bottom seal, per metre | PKR 300 - 800 |
| Silicone bottom seal, per metre | PKR 600 - 1,500 |
| Magnetic seal pair | PKR 1,200 - 3,500 |
| Side strip, per metre | PKR 400 - 1,200 |
| Fitting by technician | PKR 800 - 2,500 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Silicone or PVC
Silicone stays flexible, resists mould and lasts longer, and PVC is cheaper but hardens and yellows. Choose clear silicone for glass doors. Check the quality by bending a sample.
Gap and thickness
Measure the glass thickness, commonly 6, 8 or 10 millimetres, and the gap size to be sealed. Seals are made for specific glass thicknesses, and a mismatch leaks. Take a sample of the old seal to the shop.
Fitting
Remove the old seal, clean the glass edge with alcohol, cut the new seal to length and press or slide it on. Check that the door still closes and that water stays in. For sticky seals, add a small drop of silicone.
Signs of a worn seal
- Water on the floor. After each shower.
- Hard or cracked rubber. It no longer presses on the glass.
- Black mould. In grooves of the seal.
- Gaps. Light shows through at the edges.
Care
Wipe the seal after showers, scrub mould with a soft brush and replace it every 2 to 4 years. See bathroom tile cleaners. Fixed plumbing should be done by a licensed plumber.
What to check before buying
- Type. Matches the door
- Glass thickness. Matches the seal
- Material. Silicone preferred
- Length. Measured
Replace or reseal
A new seal costs far less than water damage, so replace worn seals early. If the fault is a leak at the wall joint, reseal it with silicone instead.
Before you decide
Measure the glass thickness and gap, choose silicone and replace seals every few years. A cheap rubber seal is a small part that keeps the whole shower area dry.
Frequently Asked Questions
A strip that closes the gap around a shower door or glass partition to stop leaks. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
A PVC bottom seal is about PKR 300 to 800 per metre, a silicone seal about PKR 600 to 1,500 and a magnetic seal pair about PKR 1,200 to 3,500. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering.
Silicone, which stays flexible and resists mould. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise.
Match the glass thickness and the gap to be sealed. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Every 2 to 4 years or when it hardens or leaks. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
Usually the same working day once you send the quantity, the size or rating and a photo. The reply is a written rate with the model, warranty and delivery listed, so you can compare it against other quotes line by line. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
Fixing a leaking shower door?
Send the details and a photo. We reply with a written rate.