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Explorer

Jul 02, 2019

Screwing into shower wall?

We have a dispenser that holds shampoo, body wash and conditioner. I attached it to the shower wall using heavy duty Velcro which I have used many places in the rv with success but it’s not working for this application. I’m not sure if it’s the surface or the weight but it continues to pull away from the wall. Any thoughts on using screws and anchors? The Velcro was easily removed but holes from screws are a bit more permanent.

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Guy_Roan
Explorer
Jul 02, 2019
On all three trailers that I have owned, I just used screws into the plastic surround. If you push in on the plastic you usually can feel where there is a solid surface (wood) behind and that works well, but if not just into the plastic will work. (naturally make sure there are no pipes where you want it)
I drill a pilot hole through the plastic and then force the screw into the wood. I also put a dab of silicon at the hole prior to screwing the screw in.

Guy
craig7h
Nomad II
Jul 02, 2019
Did mine with command strips, so far so good
pianotuna
Nomad III
Jul 02, 2019
Hi,
Look at the 3-M VHB tape intended for out door use. There is even a formulation with a "plastic" velcro.