Add hand held to shower head

11 years ago

Our contractor did not install a separate hand-held spray as requested, but a single use shower head instead. Rather than taking the wall apart and re-plumbing, we would like to add a spray similar to that in the attached pic ( not our bathroom) for dog washing, etc. Looking for suggestions on the best product to attach to the existing shower arm. So many seem to be plastic or have problems with leaking or water pressure. The other fixtures in the room have a satin nickel finish. Thank you.

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drememon

11 years ago

I think you mean you're looking for a way to add a handheld shower to your fixed showerhead without going into the walls? If so, look for a piece called a diverter. You would take off the shower head (it unscrews from the neck), add the diverter, put the shower head back on, and add your handheld of choice to the other side of the diverter. You can only use one device at a time,but since you want it for dog washing, and/or hair rinsing, no problem. You then flip a switch at the shower head neck, and use the hand held.

Something like this: https://www.atgstores.com/shower-drains-valves/kingston-brass-k160a-solid-flow-diverter-arm-shower-trim_3063399.html?gclid=CIvvheXWp8cCFYMWHwoduSINng&af=2615&ppc=2615&ef_id=VGIVxwAAADRfpRxf:20150814035536:s

You can buy one at any plumbing supply or big box store.

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BeverlyFLADeziner
11 years ago
I have one with this bar that allows you to adjust the height and use as a grab bar and highly recommend it. Also make sure the hose is greater than 60" if you plan to use it for washing dogs.

http://www.deltafaucet.com/bath/details/51552-ss.html
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Marla Jaffe
11 years ago
Delta makes one that doubles as a handheld and a fixed showerhead. the handheld part pulls out of the showerhead. Check their website.
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Margaret Sapir
9 years ago
I am wondering the same thing, but not just for dog washing. I like drememon's answer but wonder the best way to affix the handheld. Does it still have to be attached to the wall? Are there any suction cup approaches that wouldn't have to be drilled into the tiles?
Lala B
9 years ago
I have this exact problem. The only difference is that I need it for an elderly parent that probably won't be able to reach a diverter at the top of the shower.
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Max Sixt Studio
9 years ago
For economy I would use the diverter at the shower head but keep it "diverted" to the handheld. Unless there are a lot of users of the shower, it could always be set for your elderly person.
Stax
6 years ago
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