How to Install a Hand Shower

Slide bars allow you to adjust your hand shower to exactly the right height and angle.

Our DIY expert explains the tools and techniques you'll need to install your own.

Tools/Materials

• New hand shower
• Hammer
• Drill bits
• Masking tape
• Scissors
• Pencil
• Teflon tape
• Adjustable wrench
• Screwdriver
• Level

Step 1

 Create a template

Mark the position of the screw holes on a piece of paper.

Step 2

Transfer the drill hole marks to the wall 

• Tape the template to the wall
• Using a level, ensure that the holes in your template are plumb
• Place masking tape beneath the template so the drill bit has something to grab onto
• Make a pencil mark on the tape, indicating where to drill
• Remove the template

Step 3

Drill holes

TIP: Work slowly and carefully to prevent damage to the til

Step 4

Install wall anchors  

• Gently tap wall anchors into place with a hammer
• Applying silicon to the wall anchors to prevent water damage

Step 5

Attach the mounting plates with the screws provided

Step 6

Attach the shower bar holders to the mounting plates

Step 7

Wrap the shower spout threads with Teflon Tape

Step 8

Attach the hand shower