How to replace hand-held shower?

[yohfdo]

Hi,

My hand-held shower pipe is leaking so I believe it needs replacing. Is it as simple as buying one of the same size or do I need to apply any paste/tape to the screw when i fix the new one to make sure it seals properly. I've included a photo of what I am referring to

Thanks

 

[MitchellMc]

Hi @yohfdo,

Where is the pipe leaking from? If it's the point where the flexi hose meets the wall fitting, you might just require a replacement washer to seal the leak. I'd suggest unscrewing the flex hose via the ribbed fitting and seeing if the seal has perished.

If you can purchase a suitable hand-held shower, then typically, they'd only require thread tape to seal it.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mitchell

[yohfdo]

Hi Mitchell,

It looks like it's leaking from some point in the flexi hose. Where the hose meets the wall fitting, it's completely dry.

Looks like I'll need to get a hand-held shower and thread tape then to fix it.

Is it as simple as wrapping the tape around the wall fitting a few times before screwing on the new fitting?

[EricL]

Hello @yohfdo 

Yes, it is that simple, please make sure to do a minimum of four rounds around the threaded exit. If the washer in the hose is gone or broken, I suggest replacing them with Kinetic Handshower Washers. But if the hose itself is damaged, I recommend the Kinetic 2m Stainless Steel Shower Hose.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric