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Why is my shower hose leaking? What can I do about a leaking shower hose?
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Shower hoses make our showers more convenient, but they are often pulled around during use and are therefore very easily damaged.
Shower hoses make our showers more convenient, but they are often pulled and tugged during use, making them prone to damage. If a shower hose starts leaking, we need to find the cause and replace it promptly; so, why do shower hoses leak? What should we do if they leak? Below, the editor of JiuZheng Pipe Materials Network will explain the causes and solutions for shower hose leaks, hoping to help everyone.
Causes of Shower Hose Leaks
1. Possible causes: Improper installation, deformed rubber ring, uneven or too thin water outlet pipe connector, mismatch between hose and shower head.
Repair method: Select appropriate hoses and shower heads according to specifications, replace the rubber ring, and reinstall.
2. Possible cause: Hose rupture.
Repair method: Simply replace it with a new hose.
3. Possible causes: Improper adjustment, excessive foreign matter and scale.
Repair method: Rotate the shower head to adjust it. If it still doesn't work, use a small flat-head screwdriver to open the small round cap in the middle of the shower head, use an Allen wrench to remove the screw, open the shower head, rinse it with water and use a toothbrush to brush the shower holes, and then reinstall it.
Choosing the Right Shower Hose
Shower hoses come in various types, including metal hoses, braided hoses, and reinforced PVC hoses. Different materials have their own differences, and there's no definitive answer as to which is better. When buying from a hardware store, you can compare several materials, focusing on surface smoothness, even spacing, smooth feel, natural expansion, robust structure, and strong resistance to damage. In addition, the size of the shower hose must match the shower head; common sizes are outer diameters of 14mm, 16mm, 17mm, and 18mm. You can bring your old hose when purchasing a new one for easy comparison.
