Outdoor Shower Options Guide
By Thomas Masters · 3 min read
Outdoor Shower Options Guide
Exposed pipe outdoor shower and bath installations, from a budget off-the-shelf kit to a full premium copper system, with supply costs for each option.
Exposed pipe installations, four tiers to suit every budget. All setups installed to Australian plumbing standards.
Thinking about adding an outdoor shower or bath? Exposed copper pipe setups are practical, durable, and can look seriously sharp. TM Pro Plumbing offers everything from a clean functional install through to a full premium all-copper system. Here's a breakdown of your options.
Option 1
Budget
The cheapest setup uses a bath spout with a built-in diverter and shower kit, available off the shelf at Bunnings. An indoor shower mixer with a brass tee makes a simple diverter. Note the mixer front is chrome and the back is brass, so it's a mixed finish. Fine for a functional setup.
→ Shaw Mason Chrome Bath Spout with Diverter and Shower Kit - Bunnings
Option 2
Custom Copper Look
Uses a press tee with standard plumbing valves for the diverter. The saddle and shower head in the example below are both custom ordered-in items, giving a clean all-copper look throughout.
Option 3
Full Copper Aesthetic
For a full copper aesthetic, shower heads are available through specialist suppliers. Instead of a hand shower, we can run copper pipe to a fixed shower head. A push-fit copper joiner allows the spout to swivel if needed.
- Brooklyn Copper (local supplier): brooklyncopper.com.au
- Etsy - Solid Copper Shower Set: View listing on Etsy
Option 4
High-End Premium
Full premium outdoor shower setup, fully specified, supplied, and installed by TM Pro Plumbing. Approximately $2,000-$3,000 supply only.
At a glance
Summary Comparison
| Option | Description | Finish | Supply Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Option 1 - Budget | Bunnings bath spout diverter kit + indoor mixer | Chrome/brass mixed | Under $300 |
| Option 2 - Custom Copper | Press tee + valves + custom ordered fittings | All copper | POA |
| Option 3 - Full Copper | Brooklyn Copper / Etsy head + copper pipe spout | Full copper | POA |
| Option 4 - High-End | Fully specified premium system | Premium copper | $2,000-$3,000 |
Ready to get started?
Talk to TM Pro Plumbing about your outdoor shower project. We service Sydney and surrounds.