10 shower head holders from €14.90 to €25.90
The selection brings together 10 shower head holders, also called handset holders or shower brackets. The cheapest is the Affordable shower head holder at €25.90, in chrome. Six holders are €14.90 and three are €19.90. Most come in several colours: chrome, black, white, grey, gold or metal depending on the model. According to their product pages, eight are in ABS, one in stainless steel and one in brass.
A handset holder is chosen first on how it is fixed: screw-in, adhesive or suction. Colour and price come next.
Holders with no drilling
For a rented home, a glass screen or a bathroom where you do not want to drill, two holders go up without a drill.
- Suction shower head holder, €19.90, in chrome, black or white: a suction handset holder that its product page describes as adjustable, to be fitted without tools.
- Self-adhesive shower head holder, €14.90, in chrome: its adhesive system allows quick installation with no drilling, according to its product page.
A suction or adhesive holder sticks to a smooth, clean, dry surface. Clean and degrease the spot before fitting, and observe the drying time stated before hanging the handset on it.
Wall-mounted holders to fix
Wall-mounted holders are screwed into the wall. It is the strongest fixing, the one that holds a heavy handset without moving.
- Affordable shower head holder, €25.90, in chrome, presented by its product page as economical and sturdy.
- Universal wall shower head holder, €14.90, in chrome: a universal shower head holder according to its product page.
- 1/2 shower head holder, €14.90, in black, chrome or metal: presented as compatible with standard shower heads.
- Shower head support, €14.90, in chrome, grey or black.
- Wall-mounted shower head holder, €14.90, in black, grey or chrome.
- Wall bracket for shower head, €14.90, in chrome.
- Wall mount shower head holder, €19.90, in black, gold or chrome: the only one in a gold finish.
- Shower head holder, €19.90, in chrome or white.
Which handset holder should you choose?
- With no drilling: the Suction Shower Head Holder at €19.90 or the Self-Adhesive Shower Head Holder at €14.90.
- For the smallest budget: the Budget Shower Head Holder at €25.90.
- For a black shower: the 1/2 Shower Head Holder, the Shower Head Holder for Showers, the Wall-Mounted Shower Head Holder or the Wall Shower Head Holder, all available in black.
- For gold plumbing: the Gold Wall-Mounted Shower Head Holder, at €19.90.
- For a white bathroom: the Suction Shower Head Holder or the Shower Head Holder, in white, at €19.90.
- For a grey finish: the Shower Head Holder for Showers or the Wall-Mounted Shower Head Holder, at €14.90.
Match the colour of the hose and the shower head: a chrome shower holder under a black handset stands out.
Fixed or adjustable shower holder?
A fixed handset holder keeps the handset at a given height and angle. An adjustable holder lets you aim the jet or change height, which is handy when several people of different heights share the shower. For a truly adjustable height, the solution is still the shower rail with slider, found on our shower columns and sets. In this selection, the suction model is the only one that its product page describes as adjustable.
What height should a shower head holder be fixed at?
There is no single height: place the holder so that the handset reaches above the head of the tallest person, without straining the hose. Before drilling, hang the handset with its hose taut and check that it reaches the holder without pulling on the mixer connection. If several people use the shower, a second, lower holder, or a suction model you can move, saves having to hold the handset in your hand.
Handset holder with or without drilling?
Drilling remains the most durable fixing: a screwed-on handset holder does not come unstuck, even with a heavy handset or a hose that pulls. The no-drill holder, suction or adhesive, is easy to fit and leaves no hole, which makes it the choice for tenants and glass screens. In return, it needs a perfectly smooth surface and a little upkeep to keep its grip. If you are unsure, start with a no-drill handset holder: you can always switch to a screw-in model once you have found the right height.
Fitting a wall-mounted shower head holder
- Mark the position and check that no pipe runs behind it.
- Drill with a bit suited to tile, without hammer action, then fit the wall plugs.
- Screw on the holder, then slide in the handset: it must stay in place without tilting.
- For an adhesive or suction holder, clean the surface and leave it to dry before first use.
Looking after your shower holder
A wipe with a soft sponge is enough. In hard water, limescale builds up in the cradle where the handset rests: a pass with white vinegar once a month gets rid of it. For a suction holder, peel it off from time to time, clean the suction cup and the surface, then put it back: that is what keeps it gripping.
Frequently asked questions about handset holders
What is a shower head holder called?
You will hear shower head holder, handset holder, shower bracket, shower head cradle or shower hook: all of them mean the part fixed to the wall that holds the handset. You also hear shower head fixing.
Does a shower head holder fit all handsets?
Most product pages in the selection state a universal holder, which takes standard handsets. The 1/2 Shower Head Holder is presented as compatible with standard shower heads. Above all, check the handle size of your handset if it is very slim or very wide.
Can a handset holder be fixed without drilling?
Yes, with the Suction Shower Head Holder or the Self-Adhesive Shower Head Holder, on a smooth wall. On rough plaster or a grout joint, prefer a screw-in wall holder.
To complete your shower
The holder is often changed at the same time as the hose: see our selection of shower hoses, in several lengths and colours. If it is the shower head that needs replacing, the collection of shower roses and shower heads brings together handsets and shower heads of every shape, and for a more invigorating jet, our high-pressure shower heads. For a set with adjustable rail, mixer and shower head, go to our shower columns. And for the kitchen, our sink accessories complete the equipment of the home.
