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Pull up bath/shower mixer

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sunshineandsnow · 03/09/2019 22:24

Please help. I know this sounds like a silly question but I can't afford a plumber and I don't want to waste money buying parts if I can't do it myself.

The actual knob that you pull up and twist has come off the thread and I can't get it back on. If I just buy a new one, is it as simple as screwing it back on or is there more to it and I need a full repair?

Thank you.

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PigletJohn · 04/09/2019 09:27

show us a photo please.

sunshineandsnow · 04/09/2019 11:25

Thank you!

Pull up bath/shower mixer
Pull up bath/shower mixer
Pull up bath/shower mixer
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PigletJohn · 04/09/2019 15:58

you're right, it does look like it screws on.

the tap looks like a flashy stylish import, always a bad sign. You can trawl a few supplier websites to try to track down the maker.

Assuming it is a Eurean tap, the trhreaded stud will be metric. Metric threads are easy to match, you measure the external diameter and it will be 3mm, 4mm, 5mm, 6mm etc.

Metric nuts and bolts come in thread sizes called M3, M4, M5, M6 etc. You can probably guess what they fit.

Also test it with a magnet. If it is brass it will be rather soft and weak, and may have broken or worn.

You can then order a screw-on knob in the same size (I don't know where from, but you can try Lunn's)

A metric sleeve-nut might do, if the head is big enough for you to grap and pull or push. This type will screw well down the thread, so have a stronger fixing than an ordinary nut.

Example

PigletJohn · 04/09/2019 16:00

knobs

sunshineandsnow · 04/09/2019 16:47

Wow thank you very much. Definitely a cheaper option!

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