How to replace a shower arm?

Do you have a shower in your bathroom and are you concerned about replacing the shower rail with a new one because the previous one was damaged and taking a shower is not an option? Or maybe you have a bath but want another option in your bathroom, like a shower serving a slightly different function? If you have a bit of willingness and DIY skills, see how you can replace the shower column yourself. The replacement is not difficult, so you don't necessarily need professional knowledge for this.

When is it necessary to replace shower cabin parts?

The shower, like other bathroom shower faucet accessories, is often used, so it may break down. The most common malfunctions include:

• leaky shower hose;
• rusty shower head;
• rusty holes;
• broken function switch;
• damaged shower faucet;
• leaking handset.

Most of them you can fix yourself. Before deciding to install new shower parts, check whether the old panel is worth repairing. If the shower arm is rusty or has hard water deposits that are difficult to remove, it's best to buy a new one. If you want the shower articles to be resistant to mechanical damage, try to pay attention to their quality when shopping. Plenty of these products are also available in the online store mexen.pl. There you can find various categories, including shower arms. Opting for high-quality shower parts like these, you'll be assured they will function correctly for a long time and are worth their price. When purchasing such elements, it's worth choosing the best.

How to properly install a shower arm? See step-by-step what to do

To install a shower arm, we must use the appropriate tools which are usually available in every home, so see if you have:

• a measuring tool or any tool that allows you to measure and mark the spot;
• screwdriver;
• hammer;
• adjustable wrench;
• drill;
• two ceramic drill bits;
• brackets;
• shower column

If you want to mount a new column, start by disassembling the old shower column. Follow the instructions below (trust us, as a manufacturer we know about this!):

1. first, remove the hose, then the shower brackets used for securing the arm,
2. then place the holder on the shower rod and check if the element remaining on the wall is tightened,
3. slide the showerhead holder onto the rod. Mount the bottom bracket just like the top one. Slide the soap dish on the rod,
4. screw the function switch with an Allen key to the lower part of the column, then install the showerhead. Check if its height suits you, if not, adjust it on the column,
5. tighten the plastic screws in the mounting brackets and put shower caps on them. Attach one end of the hose to the shower handset and the other to the function switch,
6. then you need to determine the handset tilt angle and tighten this part with a Phillips screwdriver.

Better to install just a showerhead or choose a showerhead on a bathroom panel?

Showerheads, or rain showers, have been becoming increasingly popular for a long time. A showerhead is mounted on the ceiling or wall. Unlike a traditional handset, it differs in size and type of stream. During a shower, the water flows from it with varying intensity, from gentle rain-like streams. The showerhead allows for adjusting the intensity of the water stream according to our needs. This is a solution recommended for modern bathrooms, where shower niches or glass walls are present. A showerhead can also be installed in a bathroom with a traditional shower or bathtub. However, in the second case, we must remember the additional shower equipment element - the screen.

What showerheads can you choose from? Products worth considering

If you decide to install a showerhead in the room, you have several products/options to choose from:

• a showerhead that can be installed on the ceiling on a special shower mount;
• there is also a showerhead mounted on a wall bracket or panel available;
• the category also includes an in-wall showerhead.

The disadvantage of a showerhead is that you cannot use it without wetting your hair. Therefore, when choosing a new product, you might consider purchasing a showerhead with a shower faucet. This model of showerhead is connected to the shower faucet with a rigid pipe, providing a solid bracket. This model of the showerhead can be mounted on a decorative surface.

Another way to install a showerhead is to connect it to an old faucet model. In both cases, consider how you want the showerhead to be installed, whether you prefer it to be on the surface or concealed. The first option saves a lot of space as all plumbing elements are hidden. The second one is recommended for finishing a new house.