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How to Install a Shower Head. Sometimes your old shower head just doesn't cut it anymore.
Don't fret, installing a new one is a simple task. You will need A cloth or rag An adjustable
wrench Cleaning solution for calcium, lime, or rust deposits A roll of plumber's tape
and a replacement shower head. Step 1. Using a cloth to protect the chrome finish, turn
your adjustable wrench counter clockwise to remove the old shower head. Hold the water
pipe with your other hand to avoid torque, which could cause damage. Step 2. Clean off
any calcium, lime, or rust deposits that may have formed on the threads. Step 3. Wrap the
threads of the water pipe with plumber's tape. This will ensure a tighter fit and help prevent
any leaks. Check your tape packaging to see how many layers are recommended to use. Step
4. Gently thread the new shower head onto the water pipe by hand. Give it a few turns
clockwise to get it started. Step 5. Using the cloth and wrench, continue tightening
the new shower head until you feel the slightest bit of resistance. Step 6. Stop tightening
and check the water flow for at least 60 seconds. Check that the flow is even and that there
are no leaks. Step 7. If there are any leaks, you may need to apply another layer of plumber's
tape at this point. Continue tightening until the leaks are gone. You're all set – now
hop in the shower and get clean! Did you know Showers account for almost a quarter of all
water use in modern homes.