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Installation & Assembly

Need help with installation? Browse here for many commonly asked questions!

Do I need to have a post base for my shower kit?

No, you do not need a post base, but the shower kit must be on a flat sturdy surface. If...

Where can I find the directions to put the kits together?

The directions are universal for both Cedar and PVC and can be found on the CCSK website here. There, you...

What tools do I need for assembly?

A screw gun and a level are the only tools needed. All fasteners and hardware are included. We recommend getting...

How do I secure an outdoor shower free standing model in very high wind area?

Some customers live in high wind areas, ie on a coastal bluff in NY or the plains in Illinois All...

How long do Cape Cod outdoor shower kits take to assemble?

Outdoor Shower Kit installations typically only take between 2 to 4 hours and are designed to be easy to assemble...

How do I mount posts to the house?

Our House Mount Kits are screwed to the back of the house. With extra posts against the house, you can...

Should I worry about inconsistency / “cracks” in cedar posts?

Not at all. “Checking” happens when cedar dries, the exterior surface (sapwood) shrinks quicker than the inner surface (heartwood). The...

How do I protect the posts… above or below ground?

While Cedar is very durable, there are things you can do to prevent decay when the ground is involved. For above...

How tall is the shower with the slat roof option?

As the privacy roof is mounted on the inside of the posts, it does not add to the height of...

What is the recommended post placement on outdoor shower panels… and clearance off the ground?

Our pre-built panels are about 6ft in height. With that said, we recommend installing them about 7″-12″ off the ground...

What type of the material is the included hardware?

All of the hardware provided is Stainless Steel. What’s Included? Lag bolts to be used to interlink panels. Door Hardware...

Does the kit include post stands to place in concrete? What is recommended for above or in ground installation?

Our outdoor shower kits are not generally designed to be placed in a fixed concrete footing. The outdoor shower kits...

Are extra post caps needed with the recommended two extra posts for the house mount option?

All posts can accommodate a post cap. Post caps will give the shower more of a “complete” look. Many customers...

What are the dimensions on the slat roof?

The standard slat roof is 44″ long. One (1) slat unit is required for a Standard and Two (2) are...

How does the outdoor shower kit get packaged?

Each outdoor shower kit, whether PVC or Cedar or Clear Cedar, arrives as pre-built panels with pre-drilled holes. Included will...