Taps, sinks and drains

The shower hose leaks. Must I replace the shower?

Distinguish a leaking hose nut from a split hose before assuming the mixer is faulty.

NAPREMO guide · Updated: 4 November 2026.

What you can do

  1. Turn off the mixer, dry the hose and inspect it without loosening wall connections.
  2. If user replacement is permitted, remove only the hose nut and check the specified washer. Replace a split hose with a compatible one.
  3. Refit as instructed, without overtightening. Do not replace a washer with random thread tape.

How to tell whether it helped

Run water into the shower tray. The hose and both external joints should stay dry.

When to stop

Stop if the nut is seized, the wall fitting turns or water emerges behind the cover.

How NAPREMO can help

NAPREMO can replace the hose and assess the joint. Photograph where water escapes.

Technical references

All advice and FAQ