{"product_id":"universal-shower-hose-retainer","title":"Euroshowers Universal Shower Hose Retainer | SP16 | WRAS Compliant | Fits 18, 22 \u0026 25mm Rails","description":"\u003cp\u003eA compact but essential fitting — the Euroshowers SP16 Universal Shower Hose Retainer clips onto your shower rail to hold the hose at a fixed height, preventing the shower head from dropping into the bath or shower tray. Compatible with 18mm, 22mm, and 25mm diameter rails, it suits the vast majority of standard UK shower installations. Simple clip-on fitting, no tools required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#fff9c4;border-left:4px solid #f0c040;padding:12px 16px;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ UK Building Regulations — Shower Hose Retention:\u003c\/strong\u003e Under the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999 (WRAS), shower installations must incorporate backflow prevention measures. A hose retainer that keeps the shower head above the flood level of the bath or tray is a recognised, low-cost way to meet this fluid category 3 requirement and keep your installation compliant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal fit — compatible with 18mm, 22mm, and 25mm diameter shower rails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolds shower hose at a fixed position on the rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeets UK Building Regulations \/ WRAS backflow prevention requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClip-on installation — no tools required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact and discreet design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWRAS approved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Rail Diameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18mm, 22mm, 25mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e SP16\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarcode:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5029067005167\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Euroshowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHS Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e 392690\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete Your Shower Installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/euroshowers-smiple-11-high-flow-shower-hose\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEuroshowers Smiple 11 High-Flow Shower Hose (WRAS Approved)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/euroshowers-superlux-shower-hose\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEuroshowers SuperLux® Hi-Flow Shower Hose | 50–200cm | WRAS Approved\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/euroshowers-quick-shower-slide-rail\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEuroshowers Quick Shower Slide Rail | 750mm | No Drill\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/euroshowers-silverspray-shower-slide-rail-set\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEuroshowers SilverSpray Shower Slide Rail Set | 740mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/euroshowers-easyspray-shower-slide-rail-set\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEuroshowers EasySpray Shower Slide Rail Set | 600mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/euroshowers-bathroom-accessories\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBrowse All Euroshowers Products\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a shower hose retainer required by law?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999, shower installations must include backflow prevention. A hose retainer that keeps the shower head above the flood level of the bath or tray is a recognised way to meet this requirement. We recommend consulting a qualified plumber or your local water authority if you are unsure about your specific installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat rail sizes does this fit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis retainer is compatible with 18mm, 22mm, and 25mm diameter shower rails — the most common sizes used in UK bathrooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it fitted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe retainer clips directly onto the shower rail. No tools are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I order if the item shows as out of stock?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — you can still place an order and we will fulfil it as soon as stock is available. If you need a more precise lead time, please contact us at \u003ca href=\"mailto:customerservice@bubblegumbathrooms.co.uk\"\u003ecustomerservice@bubblegumbathrooms.co.uk\u003c\/a\u003e before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you have any questions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContact our team at \u003ca href=\"mailto:customerservice@bubblegumbathrooms.co.uk\"\u003ecustomerservice@bubblegumbathrooms.co.uk\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll be happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a small, postable item covered by a one-off small item delivery charge. You can combine it with other small items in a single order and pay just one delivery charge. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/small-items\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBrowse all items covered by the small delivery charge\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Euroshowers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53844994294097,"sku":"SP16","price":2.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/3687\/9441\/files\/SP16_2020.jpg?v=1779545040","url":"https:\/\/www.bubblegumbathrooms.com\/products\/universal-shower-hose-retainer","provider":"Bubblegum Bathrooms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}