To ensure that your stainless steel Garden Shower survives the winter undamaged, you should prepare it carefully and in good time for the winter. Here are the most important steps:
1. Drain the stainless steel water pipes Gartendusche
- Drain the pipes / attachments completely: Close the main valve to the shower. Disconnect the connection lines from the Garden Shower on the connection box. Drain the water completely from the hoses. To do this, open the mixing levers on the shower and turn the selector lever for the hand shower and rain shower in each direction so that both pipes can drain. To remove excess moisture from the fittings, valves and pipes, these should be carefully blown out with moderate pressure via the shower hose. Keep moving the mixing levers to reach all areas. The mixing levers and selector switches should never be completely closed. Hand showers are left to hang down for a while until residual water has collected at the lowest point. Hand showers and shower heads with silicone nubs can be emptied via these. Swipe over them several times to remove any residual water.
2. Final cleaning of the stainless steel shower for the garden before winter
- Clean the surface: Clean the stainless steel Garden Shower with clear water and a mild detergent.
- Limescale deposits should be removed: If limescale has built up, carefully remove it with a gentle limescale cleaner or a mild citric acid solution. For coated, black showers, please refrain from using aggressive citric acid.
- Wipe dry: After cleaning, dry the Pool Shower stainless steel well with a leather cloth to prevent water stains.
3. Take protective measures for your Garden Shower with hot water connection
- Dismantle the free-standing shower (if possible): If the shower is mobile, it is advisable to store it in a protected environment, e.g. in the garage or basement.
- Fixed showers can be covered with a protective cover: If the shower is permanently installed, a weatherproof protective cover can be used to protect it. Remember that a cover does not protect against frost.
4. Check your outdoor Shower with hot water connection in spring
- Check for leaks: Before using it for the first time, you should check all connections and seals for any frost damage in spring.
- Slowly open the water supply again: Fill the pipes slowly and test whether everything is working properly.
A good pair of non-slip work gloves can make it easier to reach and grip water valves, shut-off devices and hose connections when working. Limescale deposits that have accumulated around the pipe connections can be wrapped with a cloth soaked in vinegar and then cleaned.
If you want to be on the safe side, dismantle your shower completely in winter and store it.
These steps will keep your stainless steel Garden Shower winter-proof and ready for the next season!
