Shower mixer valve

[Bubble-07]

I feel stupid asking this question but my brain hurts trying to figure it out. I'm installing a new shower base/cubicle/mixer valve but can't find any obvious means of getting the valve assembly securely fixed to the shower wall (similar to a Grohe Grohtherm 2000 exposed mixer valve - only a cheaper version). There are no backnuts or anything with the mixer valve just the 3/4 to 1/2 reducers and the shiny chrome cover roses to hide the holes through the shower wall. Help! [/quote]

 

[TicklyT]

You could mount the mixer on a couple of wallplate elbows screwed to the wall behind the tiling etc.

 

[Bubble-07]

Now I really do feel stupid- many thanks TicklyT.

Taking your lead I've just had a look at the Screwfix website and found this...............

Shower Bar Mixer Shower Fixing Kit
Simplifies and improves the fixing of thermostatic bar valves. Suitable for any surface-mounted bar mixer or bath shower mixer with standard European connections. Strong, reliable fixing spreads load over wall surface.
Fast & Simple Water Connections
Suitable for Fixing to any Type of Cavity Wall Surface

I'll try at my local merchants to see what they've got as I need it in a hurry (Screwfix - 5 days delivery up here in the Highlands) but if not I'll use your solution - Many thanks TicklyT !

 

[Bubble-07]

Hey TicklyT, just read my reply to your helpful post and the tone of it seems a 'bit off' - not intentional I swear! Your help is much appreciated.