How to Install a Hand Shower
Follow our step-by-step instructions for installing a hand shower with slide bar
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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
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