Shower Tower Installation | Easy Plumbing For Beginners

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Wayfair currently has this unit on sale and In my opinion it is worth the buy. only $199.00 get it while you can before it goes back on for regular price at over 500.00

[@mrh5916]

Where are you located? I want to join you to learn in person..

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

@@mrh5916 You will have to become a member and keep an eye out for the local workshops we are going to start this October. Cheers!

[@handz87]

Your unit looked damaged with a bend at the top.

[@chrismorris9396]

Can you get pex and pex crimp tools in millimetres for Europe and the uk plumbing?

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

just a small bend, i used my rubber mallet to smooth it out. Cheers!

[@darrenr1194]

Quick tip: Run a bead of silicone around the hole behind the shower in a triangle formation. Any water that may run down the back wall will run down and around the silicone! Cheers.

[@EvaBongoria]

Sick tip devil

[@Hunter-yy4es]

l was looking in comments to see if someone mentioned this haha

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

I personally don't think it is that needed but if you want a little piece of mind then sure.

[@THEREALDATALORD]

@@HomeRenoVisionDIY I think you mean "peace of mind" hahah great video man.

[@NeverMetTheGuy]

That's a comment worth a beer.

[@OKCFittySix]

Installed this model in one side (MY side) of a large 5' x 6' his and hers shower that I built as a pandemic project, having ripped out a huge tub that we never used. Love it. I regularly inspect the hole that the hoses pass thru via an access panel. No water or mold. Only problem I have had is too much flow! Without the flow restrictor, the body sprays shoot all the way to the other wall! I found that the proper wall height mounting for me is about eye level with the temperature display. Anyway, so far, so good. At least a couple of years now.

[@scottjones8843]

Thanks so much. Wasn't sure if those had a shower kit built in or if I needed to purchase one. You just saved me a trip and 80 bucks!

[@josiahfox877]

The silicone tip at the end was exactly what i needed to hear. My brain was really struggling with the big hole in the wall and the moisture build up. Thank you. your added info is so helpful.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad it helped!

[@mikelarue7750]

Great video. This is EXACTLY what i needed. Im renovating my bathroom and installing a shower tower like this. Great tip on installing the blocking to hold the mounting cleats. I never would have thought of that.

[@kathywagner177]

Thank GOD & Jeff for this video... planning to install this unit in a couple months and this video is saving my bacon and sanity!! Scooped this unit up on Wayfair and can't wait to redo my shower.

[@bwj999]

He needs to do a video of humming - best part of the show. The tip about switching to hammer drill is also golden. Drilling in tile is painfully slow.

[@JasonSigman]

I bought these same exact units from Amazon for about $280 a piece. One unit arrived a little smashed up at the top but I took pliers to bend it back... good enough and both units work great after installation! This video was invaluable for gaining the confidence to install them myself. I did have to hire a plumber to install new shut-off valves. Easy peasy!!

[@aaugusta1842]

You paid way way to much. I've installed at least 20 of these and usually pay between $115 and $140 depending on the model. After installing a bunch I like Ello and Allo

[@JasonSigman]

@@aaugusta1842 Yeah, back when I bought them in early 2021 it seemed that the supply chain around the world was blocked up due to Covid and prices were definitely higher than today.

[@serhiiudod3604]

Is it worth it to buy? Or shower head is better?

[@JasonSigman]

@@serhiiudod3604 It's been 2 years since I had these installed (2 bathrooms) and I love them. My family loves them. Everyone comments that it's like being at the spa. If I bought a new house I would install this same unit in the bathroom.

[@serhiiudod3604]

@JasonSigman thanks for responding Would you leave the same one, or are there better options?

[@mikesauto7535]

Just curious, why not create a recess box that you can waterproofed with your hot and cold connections similar to a laundry supply box? wouldn't that solve the problem with a hole in your back wall?

[@rpvitiello]

When I had one of those installed, they just installed 2 threaded fittings out of the wall at the top of the panel. Don't have to worrie about water getting in the wall through a hole that way. Then just extend the hoses down the wall behind the panel.

[@lilblue10ca]

Jeff, your videos are inspirational for DYI'ers like myself. I built a tiled shower with acrylic base and added a Wayfair system, similar but not the waterfall style, and gained the confidence needed. This bathroom reno is a bit of a nightmare as I only have one bathroom, and my wife has physical disabilities, hence the need for a walk in shower. Great work, keep them coming!

[@robingeorge3167]

I love your videos, nice and simple. I have followed many ideas from you and worked perfectly. Thanks

[@danielsugano919]

No wander you got over 2M subscribers, your teaching is fantastic. Thanks.

[@seannewhouse6015]

Just bought a shower tower using your link re doing my master bath relying on a lot of your videos thank you!!!

[@salinsarin1]

very helpful video. my shower panel mixture handle broke and i was so tensed. Now I can call pfister to replace the unit and install it myself. thanks you for the knowledge session.

[@patrickmaloney4125]

thank you for the fabulous video! I am installing a shower panel and you helped me directly with issues I was wondering how best to solve.

[@gatoborracho4572]

Great information 👍...you're one of the best 👌...I will be Installing one of those showers soon...never thought it was that easy following your advice..

[@planesandbikes7353]

yet another super useful DIy video! I installed one of these 15 years ago and it was a bit of a pita. I like your pex arrangement and will be doing it your way in my current bathroom reno. Though the Amazon shower panel I got does not have the seal along the side.

[@ozarad6263]

I don't know what we'll do without Jeff in our life.😘

[@KennyNwaoma]

Good of you Jeff. I'm Kenny nice to meet you here

[@rigovaldez2469]

I love Wayfair I recommend their products to all my clients when I’m doing their shower remodels

[@JeffFryette-wk5dk]

Can a tankles electric water heater mess with the pressure if so installing booster pump resolve the problem?

[@brainiakuniversity]

This is the most thorough and thoughtful diy video I’ve seen in a long while.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers Ronnie, Thanks for the comment!

[@willharklerode3716]

Your overall and style is fantastic...nothing macho about your presentation, but certainly competent. I enjoyed the video and I'll enjoy your channel!

[@nikesurfer54]

Love the videos. Do you have any examples of removing a bathtub and changing the setup into a walk-in shower?

[@aa6355-r4m]

Always awesome! The sheer markup with“luxury” in construction is massive. So interesting to see how simple and affordable it can be when you do it yourself!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

If you hire a plumber for this then you will be spending 2 thousand for sure. Cheers!

[@vanderumd11]

Just had a $17,000 insurance claim for a client whose husband tried to do it himself. Leaking inside, cracked shower base, trying to save money definitely cost these people

[@zunrue1]

@@vanderumd11 Sounds like someone with 0 experience. This is a stupidly easy job to do and to do right (definitely would have more support for the mounting point than having it on a quickie 2x4 screwed to the stud)

[@a.t.a72]

Liked and subscribed. What an awesome tutorial, thanks a million

[@Enterplix]

Great video as always Jeff, I would like to add that these shower panel systems are designed for a international market and they follow International Plumbing code guidelines. That being said, the included installation directions are typically not the best resource for installing these systems, for a typical North American install I believe this video is a fantastic resource that should be included from the manufacturers selling shower units in North America.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers!

[@furneymatthew]

Great video, very helpful! I found when installing grab bars in my Mom's shower, that drill bit you used to drill the holes in the tile was much more functional going at a lower speed. I was shocked the $10 bit bought at Ace was able to drill all the holes I needed to install two grab bars. Thanks for all the great tips!

[@leeyates290]

With that many fitting in your supply line was there enough water pressure to run all the jets properly?

[@pfjsuyehf]

Great video- another install well done! I'm only surprised that Jeff even tried to use the screws that came with the unit. Those cheap China screws almost always strip too easily. Best use a better quality screw such as a wood screw to avoid frustration and time-consuming removal.

[@Bisonmaczr2]

Excellent video. Installing this tonight. Thx!

[@chuckgerthoffer9100]

From one pro to another, nice job brother.

[@aamohammad]

Thank you, this video was a life saver.

[@fhu868]

Another great video! Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I always wondered how these get installed. We have copper plumbing so I dont think it will be as easy.

[@PlucharC]

Just go from copper to pex, then you can follow the video.

[@einsteinwasright1044]

Mr. Thorman used a laser to check that the holes for the mounting brackets were vertically aligned. It's also a good idea, after securing the shower tower to the wall, to check that the unit is centered as desired and isn't tilted, because typically each bracket allows considerable lateral play, almost equal to the width of the shower tower.

[@taffythegreat1986]

That’s a really good idea. When fixing the connector to the pipe. Rotate the connector backward until you hear a click. 👍👍

[@carrolannethompson3947]

What an AWESOME ceramic drilling tip!!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

The darn thing works well. Cheers!

[@sharky5570]

Love pex pipe!! Best invention since slice bread

[@JaySean777]

The video was great. Simple easy instruction to follow anyone should be able to DIY at home.

[@jean-claudelaurin3791]

Really easy to understand and usefull. Personally I would add on the top of the square in ceramics for pipes, a tinny plastic water deflector. Just in case if water comes along the wall upper than the shower head. It will protect when cleaning by scrubbing all tiles and heavy rinse....

[@mrvic721]

Love your videos, you make everything look so easy!!! Great Job, keep it up...

[@masteringalltrades8144]

Thanks for all the tips, it's definitely great getting tips from a pro. I'm looking to install one of these and wanted a few tips. I was looking on Wayfair myself but after watching your video I'm sold and a subscriber. Thank you for the knowledge you shared.

[@jiggalojonski]

You just got a sub the best teacher in the world straight up I done plumbing I'm decent and was impressed

[@sjr7822]

I saw 'easy' and had to click, it's 1AM I was only to watch a few minutes, and here I am right to the end! Great system I'm replacing the copper, after the second frozen pipe incident in the basement!

[@ronh9384]

SJ R What is causing the freezing incident?

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

pex should solve that, however you might want to investigate why you get such a cold basement. Cheers!

[@sjr7822]

@@ronh9384 Living in the North, seriously, north side of house, and ill-fitted door, door has been fixed.

[@chrismba777]

Great video, as always! I actually just bought a similar one after watching! Question though; mine has a thermometer readout, as it looks like yours did as well - does that require wiring of some sort?

[@ml6158]

Bought a house and it has one of these, but I have no idea the brand or model and now I need to change the cartridge, fun times.

[@TheEjo2008]

Great video and install. I personally would install a thick tape or foam on the edge of the tile. I'm OCD about abrasion resistance.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

the unit comes with a gasket on the edge. Cheers!

[@mark.r8900]

Awesome video. My shower panel came with two washers and two elbows with male threads. It also has two extra black washers. Do I have to use these? Or just do it the way in your video? I see there's some kind of washer built in the hot and cold water line connections already. So I am not sure if I still have to use these black washers ontop. Thanks

[@mbottsUSA]

Looking to put new install on other side of bathroom wall, then later knock out some of it. If I put some kind of shower/enclosure directly on my old lathed plaster, could I then drill Plex sized holes in wall to put PLEX directly down to basement a few feet away, and do the hookup there? I would connect the PLEX that goes down through the wall with 1/2 inch fittings INSIDE the Tower Unit, so NO leak could happen in wall, and would not need to bust up the plaster much... (OLD HOUSE)

[@ltcbio1]

Jeff, great video! Two comments 1. Is the link to the actual shower tore provided? Only saw your affiliate link to Wayfair, no details on brand or model. 2. Would love a review and demo of unit when you can. Thanks.

[@timhewitt32]

If you put in a tower, then later want a more standard shower, should you somehow prepare for that option in advance? Would you need to come in from the back through the adjacent wall?

[@FeroxWJB]

Came here for the same reason. I'm wondering if I should just go ahead and plumb everything just in case I want to get rid of the tower.

[@lornetw]

Hi Jeff, love your videos! I have been looking for the elbows for showers like this, can't find them anywhere: 1/2 inch NPT 90 degree elbow, male - Female, because the new flexible tubes that came with my replacement shower will be flattened and kinked. Any idea where I can buy these?

[@chrisr9764]

Awesome video. Those tiles are gorgeous.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

full video on the tile, installation coming soon. Cheers!

[@bralic1564]

Put some silicone in the screw holes just before you install the brackets, helps waterproof the holes, just in case. Its what I do with shower door screws.

[@dutchessblackhawk732]

Yeah, waterproof those screw holes filled with screws but lets not worry about the 6 x 6 inch hole. lol

[@vincentlenci]

You're killing me Jeff!! You're2 weeks too late I would have. bought this in a heartbeat. now. I'm halfway into my jigsaw faucets!#

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

LOL, there is always next time. cheers!

[@vincentlenci]

@@HomeRenoVisionDIY are you cursing me! Lol!

[@TheProphetWind]

Did you fix the upper corner of calking in the shower? it has been bothering me the whole time i watched the video

[@rubyruby6358]

Hello, love your videos. What model and brand is this shower panel? Your link goes to a general wayfair page

[@mookeythepimpthompson6031]

Thank you so much for the drill bit tip Jeff. God bless you and your family my hermano.

[@davidglivaditis7112]

Is there a link for the shower unit?

[@billhunter4111]

Great video...lots of tips, but straight to the point. Thanks, you saved me a lot of time!

[@hyper-1]

Hey Jeff. Love your channel. I think that shower is awesome. Keep the videos coming. Your very good at what you do!

[@craigslaunwhite579]

Yes Philips are the bane of construction. They are designed for robotic assembly line work. So that the machine doesn’t over tighten.

[@kena3182]

I've never trusted those rings for making connections. I'd go with Shark Bite connectors. I've never gone wrong using them.

[@tracyhartshorn-onlinetutor1393]

Thank you so much for your video i have one of these types by Roca but the jets are all blocked with scale. I live in a hard water area. Nowhere tells me how to descale these. Can you help me?

[@9507sammy]

Thanks....Great information excellent video

[@snessteve8266]

Can these showers be attached into older copper connections?

[@mrkd4126]

I am about to replace a older shower tower.. the wall/sheet rock/tile is already in place, and I have a larger hole to cover and will not be able to screw into a stud. Will it be ok to install to the tile/sheet rock? Thanks

[@edsedlak6827]

That is a LOT of extra 90's. Also, they sell compact ball valves for water shut off for servicing.

[@jpthsd]

LoL ,,,,@21:49 ,,,I did the same for my American Standard Spectra Versa Retrofit Shower System intake valve, it has flow restrictor so reducing 2.5Gpm to 1.8Gpm (typical California's clueless State board) Should the hole be water-proof so water do not get inside the wall? Hmmm

[@darryl4361]

I have a shower head, a single control handle, a spray nozzle on the side. How would you plumb that type of setup? Thank-you for your time.👍🏽

[@amr5786us]

Hello. Thank you for the video. It will be very helpful for my bathroom renovation project. My question is how should I do the plumbing to make the shower also compatible with a traditional shower setting, a shower, hot/cold valve, and bottom spout? Thanks in advance.

[@anthonytorres3757]

very informative and well done- thank you

[@dennisrosato6588]

I agree the hammer drill is faster but sometimes it will crack the tile, particularly if it is porcelain.

[@still34u]

I'd be scared that someone would pop that SOB off of the wall... but you're the pro, I guess I'd have to trust you on that.

[@octavianhd]

No worries on the pop off thing. I have a similar system for over 10 years. It's all good.

[@jasongartner5935]

thank you, watched before i started, pretty inclined in construction, but nice to see it play out infront of me,

[@johnpeel1664]

How is the shower tower holding up? Just installed one. the same one.

[@krishnar9019]

Can we add this to existing standard shower ?

[@tiffanymasten578]

Where are you located? Trying to find someone in dallas fort worth area to help with remodeling. Any suggestions 🤔

[@controlsengineer]

What is the standard thread type for a shower panel? Is it NPT, MIP or something else? I have FIP drop ears installed.

[@rickallison3301]

Great video. How do you change the display from Celsius to Fahrenheit?

[@dustinhood7185]

So when adding something like this, is it necessary to add a pressure regulator to supply all the outlets with enough pressure?

[@officiallistengreatmuzik]

Did you put the plastic washers behind the bracket?

[@datchulo1085]

Are all shower panel mounting points in the same location. Can I swap an old shower panel system with another without relocation the mounting points on the wall

[@walterf5502]

I watched this video probably 100 times. Each time I learn something new. I`m re-piping my home and decided to go and buy a Shower Panel. I have a Ello & Allo brand and it`s very similar to your unit. Question, my outlet hoses on my unit are like yours, they go downward. I`m re-piping my PEX from the ceiling downward like your pex. (My home has 40 year old pipes and under a concrete slab) . Just like you, I will be attaching my PEX and curl the Shower Panel Hoses upward to meet my PEX. But I happen to notice on my unit that it states not to curl hoses upward. I personally don`t think there is any harm. What do you think?

[@jerrygrayson65]

When getting a shower panel (Shower tower) I suggest your viewers do not purchase a recessed panel which mounts between studs within the shower wall and get the usual one that mounts on the shower wall (porcelain/ceramic) as shown in this great video. Although the recessed panels are aesthetically pleasing if there is a leak you do not see it unless you are fortunate and can install an access panel behind it. I had a bad experience with a polished stainless steel top line panel that although selling for about $1,000 used 90 degree bend brass female plumbing connectors for the hot/cold feed lines. These connectors slightly leaked but fortunately I replaced them with straight180 degree connectors purchased at Lowe's/Home Depo. I noticed this leak because I had installed an access panel (the wall behind the tower is a clothing closet) but often it is not possible to install an access panel. I am a professional Contractor-Handyman and just still love your fantastic videos which give some good tips. Actually I am addicted to watching your videos and other professionals on KZbin. Thank You.

[@vsitterding]

Jerry Grayson wondering what your thoughts might be. I just hired a plumber to install mine and it’s leaking ALOT if water on the bottom of the unit when it’s on. He says this is normal. I know it is not. Thoughts??

[@jdh8835]

@@vsitterding sounds like your plumber didn’t know what he was doing

[@fhu868]

We had a shower panel stop working because there was a plastic manifold that cracked. We had to replace it and it's not that easy because the brackets on the walls are different locations and distance. We originally had a 55" shower panel and they are now hard to find so the shorter ones will not reach the lower bracket. How do you suggest moving the wall clips and fill the holes in the tile? Is there any way where it won't look ugly?

[@giovanigiorgos2955]

Can you provide a link for that shower tower you installed?

[@sidneygreen1048]

If I’m installing a shower tower do I need to keep the shower valve from my old shower in? Or can I just add shut off valves and pex?

[@TitoTito-ju1te]

There's some wiring in this unit. Where do you get the power to the unit?

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

I am pretty sure it comes from a small turbine based on the water flow...but it could just be related to the heat or both! Cheers!

[@sw204me]

@@HomeRenoVisionDIY What does it read out?

[@ST-cy6we]

So an open hole into the wall for water and moisture to get into?

[@jamescole3152]

Very good. Makes me wonder if you could put some kind of a washing machine outlet for the hot and cold. That way it could be sealed. Or that may be overkill. .

[@ST-cy6we]

@@jamescole3152 That sounds like a very good idea. It might be tough to get one that fits, but a sealed box seems essential

[@tesfalemhadgu2532]

Good job WOW 👍I need work with I'm a plumber

[@stevenserrano1419]

Jeff love your videos! I have an electric tankless hot water heater. Would a panel like the one in this video work well with a tankless water heater?

[@FeroxWJB]

So I am redoing my shower as well, and I'm getting ready to tile everything. I bought one of these shower towers AKDY -- the body sprays are all plastic. Which isn't that big of a deal -- the concern is that if I have to get rid of it at some point, I didn't tile my shower with a hole for the valve/tub spout/shower spout, will I be able to install a valve/ and redo this afterwards? How hard is it going to be to do so?

[@Cyberhosting777]

Works great/Easy install

[@edfromohio301]

I really like your post. What is the name of company where I can get the diverter valve and tower

[@vincentreedy7945]

Any issue with the pex banging the wall when the water is turned on/off since it’s not secured?

[@scorpio6587]

That whole shower looks great. Great tip on replacing the metal bits for sale.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers Scorpio, I love this thing!

[@datdozier228]

Why did you loop the hoses and fittings behind it instead of just going straight into the hoses with fittings? I’m installing and wondering

[@Zzrdemon6633]

Better have great water pressure with all those elbows! 21:32 no sealant or gasket, o-ring between the bracket and screw?