How to Tighten a Shower Head

Learning to tighten a shower head is part of the shower head installation process. There may be several reasons for needing to tighten a shower head, ranging from simply having to stop a leak to wanting a new shower head with better water flow. In any case, tightening a shower head is an easy project for anyone.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Assemble the tools and supplies needed to tighten your shower head. A roll of plumber's tape, a towel or rag and an adjustable wrench, or vice grip, will be sufficient.

2. Remove the shower head.

3. Apply the strip of plumber's tape clockwise around the threads to keep the tape from loosening when you tighten the shower head. The plumber's tape provides a water-tight seal between the threads and the shower head to prevent leaks.

4. Dampen the hand towel or rag and wrap it around the connector. Place the adjustable wrench or vise grip over the wrapped connector for a snug, scratch-free tightening of the shower head.

5. Tighten the shower head connector clockwise. Be careful not to overtighten it or you'll break the shower head.

6. Remove the wrap from around the connector then turn the water on and check for leaks. If you do end up with a leak, rewrap the connector and turn it slowly until the leak stops.