How to Hookup Water to an Outdoor Shower | Ask This Old House

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In this video, an outdoor shower is more than just cold water hook-ups. Heating and plumbing expert Richard Trethewey shows a homeowner how to plumb hot and cold water into their outdoor shower for maximum comfort.

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An outdoor shower is great, but just because it’s outside doesn’t mean it has to be cold. When a young couple installed an outdoor shower at their Cape Cod home, they wanted high-end fixtures and the ability to use hot and cold water. Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey showed them how by installing an outdoor showerhead and water that breaks down easily for the winter months.

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