Replacing a shower head can be quite a simple task. There are several different reasons you may want to install a new shower head in your bathroom; possibly for cosmetic reasons or because the current head isn't spraying correctly. The spraying is often caused by lime and calcium deposits that build up over time or even just natural corrosion. This guide will guide you on the steps to take in order to install your new shower head.
Before you begin any work, make sure the shower faucets have firmly been shut off. Now we will need to remove the existing shower head by turning counter clock-wise with a wrench on the flat spots located at the base of the shower head. The flat spots are located on the pipe nipple. This is where the head screws into the goose neck pipe, which is the part sticking out of the wall. Once removed, thoroughly clean the threads on the goose neck as debris may have built up.
Next is the preparation process for the goose-neck threads. Once the threads are clean, wrap them in a Teflon tape. Once the new shower head is installed, the Teflon will prevent any leakage. You should wrap the threads about 4 to 5 turns in a clockwise direction. In order to prevent the tape from showing, do not extend the tape above the threaded area. To finish this step, gently press the tape into the threads.
Once the threads are prepared, screw the new shower head onto the goose-neck. Some shower heads will come with a rubber washer, while some don't use a washer at all. I usually prefer shower heads with a washer.
If you don't have a washer included in the package, screw the shower head onto the goose-neck arm and tighten with your hands. Make sure it's firm and tightly screwed on. To test it out, turn the water on and make sure the water is flowing smoothly without any leaks. If there are any leaks at the shower arm, you may need to tighten the head using a wrench. To be safe, place a cloth under the wrench to prevent damaging the shower hear. Proceed to test again and keep tightening until there are no leaks.
If your showed head comes with a washer, you'll then proceed by placing the rubber washer into the shower head. Then take the shower head and screw it onto the goose-neck and tighten with your hands. Make sure it's as tight as possible. Proceed to check for leaks and tighten again if there are any leaks. Do not use a wrench if you're using a washer as you may potentially force the washer inside the shower arm.
It's quite a simple process to install a new shower head. Do not try to skip any of these quick steps as it will only cause problems down the road. Always make sure the shower is dry inside while doing this work to prevent slipping.
If you haven't already purchased a new shower head, you'll notice there's a huge selection. There are many great deals and affordable options that can be found online. Good luck with the installation - I hope this guide has helped!
Before you begin any work, make sure the shower faucets have firmly been shut off. Now we will need to remove the existing shower head by turning counter clock-wise with a wrench on the flat spots located at the base of the shower head. The flat spots are located on the pipe nipple. This is where the head screws into the goose neck pipe, which is the part sticking out of the wall. Once removed, thoroughly clean the threads on the goose neck as debris may have built up.
Next is the preparation process for the goose-neck threads. Once the threads are clean, wrap them in a Teflon tape. Once the new shower head is installed, the Teflon will prevent any leakage. You should wrap the threads about 4 to 5 turns in a clockwise direction. In order to prevent the tape from showing, do not extend the tape above the threaded area. To finish this step, gently press the tape into the threads.
Once the threads are prepared, screw the new shower head onto the goose-neck. Some shower heads will come with a rubber washer, while some don't use a washer at all. I usually prefer shower heads with a washer.
If you don't have a washer included in the package, screw the shower head onto the goose-neck arm and tighten with your hands. Make sure it's firm and tightly screwed on. To test it out, turn the water on and make sure the water is flowing smoothly without any leaks. If there are any leaks at the shower arm, you may need to tighten the head using a wrench. To be safe, place a cloth under the wrench to prevent damaging the shower hear. Proceed to test again and keep tightening until there are no leaks.
If your showed head comes with a washer, you'll then proceed by placing the rubber washer into the shower head. Then take the shower head and screw it onto the goose-neck and tighten with your hands. Make sure it's as tight as possible. Proceed to check for leaks and tighten again if there are any leaks. Do not use a wrench if you're using a washer as you may potentially force the washer inside the shower arm.
It's quite a simple process to install a new shower head. Do not try to skip any of these quick steps as it will only cause problems down the road. Always make sure the shower is dry inside while doing this work to prevent slipping.
If you haven't already purchased a new shower head, you'll notice there's a huge selection. There are many great deals and affordable options that can be found online. Good luck with the installation - I hope this guide has helped!
About the Author:
This writer is in construction and has remodeled many high end bathrooms and loves to include a heated towel bar for those cold winter days. He's able to create a custom bath towel rack or even a hydronic towel warmer. More information can be found at his blog, electrictowelwarmer.org.
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