I'm wondering how to install this shower panel in a fiberglass shower. Is it possible to do? Also I would like to extend the showerhead is there an arm I can buy to extend it
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Not really sure about the longer arm but it seems to be universal . I just had a remodel and the contractor didn't have any issues. It has brackets that the unit mounts to . I also contacted the seller and asked for installation specs and they emailed them to me right away. Good luck and I hope you enjoy as much as we do.
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Yes, I'm sure you can put this in a fiberglass shower. Just mount it on the brackets and you're good to go. Also, I would bet you could find an arm extension somewhere, I've just never wanted or looked for one. Best of luck.
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I agree with rrr's response.... you can definetly clip it to a shower rod... I hope the shower rod isn't near the shwer though.... safe fanning :)
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hi Julie, not sure what the question is because i'm not very handy at home but if you want to know the connection to the shower arm, the grooves are on the inside of extension arm. sorry i can't be of more help. ;(
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I guess you could, but you would need a straight shower arm instead of the curved one that comes with it. Hope this helps.
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Hi I am about to order this AKDY shower panel, did you have any problems installing it? Did any one address your filling the tub issues?
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Easily,Make the rod 1" larger than the opening and tighten it clockwise. This fixes it in place. It will be 1" larger than the opening. Then simply compess it to fit in the opening. It could not be much simpler. ....... It is patented...It does not work like other rods which you have to twist into place and have walk around your shower wall.John R. Carney, Inventor & Engineer for Interdesign, Inc.
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In my opinion it doesn't need arm extention as it already has one and the head goes far enough in regular shower cabin. You can easily adjust angle of the arm and the head, so additional extension is not needed... If you're afraid that this shower head would be too heavy for your extention, I would recommend to remove your arm extention in this case...
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Everything was included in the shower that I got. I purchased another similar shower panel for an existing shower and it was simple to change out the existing head and faucet with the panel. This one was for a new house where the showers were just being built, so the plumber installed it for us. But as I said, everything was included and the plumber had no issues.
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I'm so sorry, but I can't help you with this. My husband is disabled and needed this type of shower with the hose and someone else installed it. Sorry I can't be of help. Sonia
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We had the same problem. My husband modified the frame. He cut off the leg that was in the way, welded on an angle and bolted it onto the wall directly.I have to admit it was a little tricky but it was worth it. We strongly advise to consult a plumber who knows what he is doing if you don't have a a husband like me : )The easiness of cleaning and the added space due to installing this system is making this bathroom a showcase. Good luck
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Yes. It's like a great big drywall anchor. You drill a big hole into the shower fiberglass and into the drywall. I had no space between the fiberglass and drywsll to deal with. be sure your measurements are right for your holes before you attach your bar. They really need to be exact.
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When you get the package you have to connect the shower head to the chrome arm that extended from the panel. There are a series of pipes in the back of the panel that feed the various water outlets. I suppose you could disconnect the pipe that goes to the shower head from the arm or go directly from the arm with another pipe, but I did not study the piping in the back to know for sure if that is possible.
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I just got it last week, so i have not put it up yet. I will save this email and let you know. hope to put it up this weekend. I can tell you ok, just installed it! it is plastic, but most shower heads are. The shower arm bracket works fine. Good mobility.
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Yes... and no.... It needs to fasten to something SOLID, and a one-piece free-standing assembly with fiberglass or plastic side walls may not qualify if you want the full 250# capability. If the shower actually comes close to studs where you want the grab bar then you can just find them and screw directly into the wood. Otherwise you would have to have access to the back side and be able to put reinforcement in place. If you were installing it while also installing the tub/surround itself then you could easily attach the bar before putting the assembly in place. The one thing you do NOT want to do is just insert screws through the thin walls into air and expect it to hold the weight. Yes... and no.... It needs to fasten to something SOLID, and a one-piece free-standing assembly with fiberglass or plastic side walls may not qualify if you want the full 250# capability. If the shower actually comes close to studs where you want the grab bar then you can just find them and screw directly into the wood. Otherwise you would have to have access to the back side and be able to put reinforcement in place. If you were installing it while also installing the tub/surround itself then you could easily attach the bar before putting the assembly in place. The one thing you do NOT... » Read More Yes... and no.... It needs to fasten to something SOLID, and a one-piece free-standing assembly with fiberglass or plastic side walls may not qualify if you want the full 250# capability. If the shower actually comes close to studs where you want the grab bar then you can just find them and screw directly into the wood. Otherwise you would have to have access to the back side and be able to put reinforcement in place. If you were installing it while also installing the tub/surround itself then you could easily attach the bar before putting the assembly in place. The one thing you do NOT want to do is just insert screws through the thin walls into air and expect it to hold the weight. « Show Less
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I already had a wall mounted shower spa. I think you have to have something already in place to twist it on. This was just a replacement head for me.
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This was the same problem that we encountered... when I contacted the company they were very nice about sending me a picture on where and how it should be installed... but at that time I had already bought another shower faucet, because my plumber was convinced he couldn't install it. If you give me your e mail I can send you the picture diagram
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Yes, my husband cut a 4X6 inch hole in fiberglass around existing valve to cut loose from the plumbing and used compression fittings to make the connection. He thinks the hardest thing will be securing the brackets for hanging. He was able to reach the fastening on the back of ours because our wall was open but said if you use toggle bolts to secure the brackets to the fiberglass wall it should work. He also said it takes at least 60 lbs of water pressure to make the message jets work properly. The only negative is the noise that the little bit of noise the hydro generator makes internally which supplies electricity for the digital display (along with the batteries). Overall we really like it. Will probably get another one for our other bathroom.