How To Remove A Stuck Shower Handle

When you have a stuck shower knob or a bathtub handle you can t remove it s usually stuck by scale.

How to remove a stuck shower handle. You can also try prying the handle off with a flat bar. First thing first find out where the screws are located on the shaft. Use of hacksaw or drill to forcibly remove both a stuck cartridge as well as a stuck shower handle.

Try dissolving the scale with vinegar or a commercial scale dissolver. Put a wrench on the fixture or nut and strike the handle sharply with a hammer to loosen the fixture. Wrap the strap of a strap wrench around the base of the shower head and tighten the strap securely.

This video shows the things i wish i had known prior to fixing this problem on my own. With things like that i ve found that putting a plastic bag full of white vinegar warmed up a little is even better will dissolve various crud and free it up. Locate the screws on the handle.

Step 2 twist the shower head in a counterclockwise direction. Position the drill bit over the the first hole and drill out the screw head. If you have a nut style place the adjustable wrench and adjust to the correct size or if using strap wrench.

If the fixture or nut hasn t loosened go to step 2. Apply heat to the stuck fixture or. Drill just enough to reach the inside diameter of the handle.

In the end you may need a special tool to remove the shower handle. Lift up the shell and locate the screws with the help flat head screwdriver if necessary. If you don t find it in plain sight then look for a shell that has the manufacturer s logo on it.