Installation Instructions for a Shower Head
Many plumbing jobs are best left to professionals, or at least seasoned handypersons. This isn't true when it comes to changing the shower head. Anyone can do it. Besides the new shower head, you only need to have a pair of channel-locking pliers and some Teflon tape. When you change the shower head, it's a good time to take advantage of the many water-saving styles on the market so you can save on your water bill, too. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Channel-locking pliers
- Teflon tape
- Old rag
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Instructions
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Unscrew the old shower head from the shower arm, using channel-locking pliers. Grip the old head around the base and turn it counterclockwise until it is loose enough to turn by hand, then remove it. If you want to preserve the old head, wrap a cloth around it before you grip it with the pliers.
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Wrap Teflon tape clockwise around the threads of the shower arm. Use enough tape so that you can wrap it three or four times. Pull the tape tight as you wrap it.
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Screw the new shower head clockwise onto the shower arm. Tighten it by hand until you can't tighten it any more.
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Wrap a cloth around the head and then grip the base with the pliers. Turn the head clockwise to tighten it. Remove the cloth and check for leaks. If it leaks, unscrew the head, add more tape, and screw it on again.
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Tips & Warnings
Low-flow shower heads deliver 2/3 as much water as older full-flow heads at maximum household water pressure. This saving is significant, especially in areas where water usage is a matter of public concern.
Some shower heads can sense fluctuations in the water pressure and automatically readjust to maintain an even flow of water.
Don't overtighten the shower head or you may crack it or damage the threads, especially if it is made of plastic.
References
- Photo Credit Shower image by Semfamily from Fotolia.com
