How-to: Install a shower cubicle Showers offer a convenient and hygenic method of washing. They are instantaneous, convenient, time saving, economical and space saving. They can work from either a stored water supply or via a combination boiler (mains pressure). There are several options when choosing a shower. This How-to guide explains the installation of a basic mixer shower working off either an indirect hot and cold water supply or direct hot and mains cold water supply. Providing water and waste pipes are handy, then installing a shower cubicle is quite a straightforward project.

What you'll learn Here's an overview of what this How-to covers: Water and building by-laws Ventilation Electrical wiring Waste pipes and traps Basic mixer shower systems Shower enclosures and trays Get the How-to This How-to gives step-by-step instructions to help you through the job from start to finish. We've created the How-to in a format that allows you to print it out and use it on the job. To view and print the How-to, press 'Download file'. You'll need Adobe Acrobat. If you haven't already installed Adobe Acrobat, click 'Get Acrobat' for a simple download. Get Acrobat