Just received mine and tried it this morning. The suction cup will not stick to the wall of the (plastic enclosure) shower wall. Why?
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After retiring, my wife and I set out on a long (5 week) cross country trip. I must have stayed in two dozen motels. From my experience, over half of them had textured shower walls, and this suction cup did not stick. The wall must be as smooth as glass for that to happen.
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I would try wetting the suction cup and making sure the wall is clean. If that does not work, I would try testing the suction cup by wetting it again and trying it on a window or a mirror to see if it works. If it works on the window or mirror, the shower wall may not be smooth enough. If it does not stick to a window or a mirror surface, the suction cup is defective. Hope this helps.
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Try cleaning the wall with a surface cleaner then when you place it back up wet the suction cup and it should stick. .
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The shower wall needs to be flat, and made of none-porous material. The surface must be clean. A drop of soap spread on the suction cup may help the cup stick.
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I found the suction cups useless, but I have really never had any luck with any shower accessories that relied on suction cups. I wound up using white duct tape in the middle section and that worked for me
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Somehow.. it just stays. Perhaps because its really low profile (thin but sturdy) so it doesnt have much of an edge to catch. And the black rubber ring creates friction to keep it put, even against a plastic bottomed tub. Also, perhaps because logistically the drain that its covering is only 1 inch from the tub edge and if you try to stand that close to the shower front youre either punching your shin into the faucet or hitting your head on the shower spout. haha, but that last part is for fun.. good luck with your purchase. Its a lot of thinking for a ten dollar widget
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Sort of... Of course it works best on a smooth surface, esp. glass or metal, but I have used it on a textured tile bath enclosure and it did hold but not indefinitely. I hung a back brush from the hook and it held for months, maybe almost a year, before it finally let go. I had it in a somewhat shielded area under a shelf so it was limited in its exposure to the shower spray. Redo surface prep and remount the suction using care to follow the instructions to get the gel ring to form a proper seal. I guess it beats drilling a hole in the tile to mount a screw hook... (or does it?)
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This one can attach in two different ways. It can either be screwed (with two screws) into the wall or shower and/or it also has a full size adhesive pad on the back of it (needs a flat smooth surface of course for it to stick). You can actually do both if needed on this. I just cleaned the shower mounting spot with rubbing alcohol to remove any soap scum and used just the adhesive. Worked great and hold very secure. Make sure it's straight when you stick it on, because it sticks pretty quick. I researched the suction cup types and they either wouldn't stick to the wall or wouldn't hold the shower head. Hope this helps. This one can attach in two different ways. It can either be screwed (with two screws) into the wall or shower and/or it also has a full size adhesive pad on the back of it (needs a flat smooth surface of course for it to stick). You can actually do both if needed on this. I just cleaned the shower mounting spot with rubbing alcohol to remove any soap scum and used just the adhesive. Worked great and hold very secure. Make sure it's straight when you stick it on, because it sticks pretty quick. I researched the suction cup types and they either wouldn't stick to the wall or wouldn't hold the... » Read More This one can attach in two different ways. It can either be screwed (with two screws) into the wall or shower and/or it also has a full size adhesive pad on the back of it (needs a flat smooth surface of course for it to stick). You can actually do both if needed on this. I just cleaned the shower mounting spot with rubbing alcohol to remove any soap scum and used just the adhesive. Worked great and hold very secure. Make sure it's straight when you stick it on, because it sticks pretty quick. I researched the suction cup types and they either wouldn't stick to the wall or wouldn't hold the shower head. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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I have had no issues with the adhesive hook at all. It is about half a square foot to the bottom right of my shower head. So water doesn't spray on it but it definitely gets on it when I rinse the mirror to get the temp to adjust and defog.The only issue I have is its not reusable so you need to be sure of where you want it. I bought suction cups too to be able to move it sometimes. The suction cups I bought don't hold the mirror because of the condensation and temp change in the air. But thats my fault for thinking they would work. The hook is as good as a 3M adhesive hook for anywhere in the home. Reliable. I have had no issues with the adhesive hook at all. It is about half a square foot to the bottom right of my shower head. So water doesn't spray on it but it definitely gets on it when I rinse the mirror to get the temp to adjust and defog.The only issue I have is its not reusable so you need to be sure of where you want it. I bought suction cups too to be able to move it sometimes. The suction cups I bought don't hold the mirror because of the condensation and temp change in the air. But thats my fault for thinking they would work. The hook is as good as a 3M... » Read More I have had no issues with the adhesive hook at all. It is about half a square foot to the bottom right of my shower head. So water doesn't spray on it but it definitely gets on it when I rinse the mirror to get the temp to adjust and defog.The only issue I have is its not reusable so you need to be sure of where you want it. I bought suction cups too to be able to move it sometimes. The suction cups I bought don't hold the mirror because of the condensation and temp change in the air. But thats my fault for thinking they would work. The hook is as good as a 3M adhesive hook for anywhere in the home. Reliable. « Show Less
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Apologies for delayed response - another surgery. Per the product's description: "12in total lengthREQUIRES SMOOTH SURFACE: WALL TILES MUST BE 4" SQUARE OR LARGER". I don't know any product like this that will work when the suction cup covers the grouting. I've successfully used the larger 23" handle when the smaller 12" unit couldn't get a good line up on tiles. Also consider another surface: plastic or glass shower stall walls (excellent suction) or tops of bath. If no secure site can be found, I suggest having a professional install permanent handicap rails secured to the wall studs. I see no reason to take chances here. Best wishes to you. Apologies for delayed response - another surgery. Per the product's description: "12in total lengthREQUIRES SMOOTH SURFACE: WALL TILES MUST BE 4" SQUARE OR LARGER". I don't know any product like this that will work when the suction cup covers the grouting. I've successfully used the larger 23" handle when the smaller 12" unit couldn't get a good line up on tiles. Also consider another surface: plastic or glass shower stall walls (excellent suction) or tops of bath. If no secure site can be found, I suggest having a professional install permanent handicap rails... » Read More Apologies for delayed response - another surgery. Per the product's description: "12in total lengthREQUIRES SMOOTH SURFACE: WALL TILES MUST BE 4" SQUARE OR LARGER". I don't know any product like this that will work when the suction cup covers the grouting. I've successfully used the larger 23" handle when the smaller 12" unit couldn't get a good line up on tiles. Also consider another surface: plastic or glass shower stall walls (excellent suction) or tops of bath. If no secure site can be found, I suggest having a professional install permanent handicap rails secured to the wall studs. I see no reason to take chances here. Best wishes to you. « Show Less
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Hi JSS,The included adhesive hook affixes to any shower surface holding Shave Well mirror solidly in place. No more suction cups falling off of the wall. Also, since Shave Well mirror is removable from the wall mounted hook it is very easy to clean for a clear reflection each time you use it.Regards,Bill VogelThe Shave Well Company(877) 578-0123
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Sorry, I don't have that problem. I have a shower stall without a tub tho... Maybe that's the difference? Maybe try a safety pin in the corners to hold the fabric and plastic together??? Idk I could definitely see how that would be frustrating and magnets in the corners would be an improvement. Good luck!
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I cannot get mine to stick either. I have granite counter tops and I put a bit of water on the suction cups to help create a seal, but it didn't help at all. I also tried using it on my dining room table. The suction cups refuse to adhere, no matter how much pressure I apply. I had to have my husband hold the spiralizer down for me in order to be able to use it at all. Kind of frustrating to know I might not ever be able to use it without help and I'm considering sending it back just because of this issue. I sent an inquiry to Brieftons. We'll see what they say.
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We have a smooth hard plastic surface. I had it on the wall for awhile, but it did fall off. Not instantly or anything, but I think the heat and moisture from the showers might play into factor. I really love this mirror and so did my boyfriend. We just haven't found time to scrap the old glue off and reglue it to the wall. It did leave a bit of discoloration on the wall around the glue. I'm sure some soft scrub with bleach will clean it up. Hope this is helpful?
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I did not have very good luck with their adhesive strips. But it was in a camper shower and it did not have a flat surface to adhere it to. But I have used the Commado hooks in our shower at home with no problem in the same shower I had a razor with a suction cup that did not work. I hope this is not confusing and that it helps you. good luck
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Yes it does. It has 2 big suction cups that the caddy pretty much snaps into and they hold it nice and tight against the wall. Even on my shower walls which are the bumpy tile kind. I didn't think the cups would stick to them but I cleaned the tile then used rubbing alcohol let that dry then put the moistened cups on the wall and snapped the caddy into place. It worked well it has been holding steady now for about a month (?) well since I put it up the first time.
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I couldn't get it to work on the wall in my bathroom, so am not sure about your shower stall.
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I lightly moisten both suction cups and mine stays firmly in place for at least a week on a stainless steel sink wall. If it starts to move a little after that week, I pop it off and remoisten. My cleaning person, who is incredible, is stymied by it and seems to have the same problem as you do! I think that the light moistening is the key.
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The suction cup is great. I have two. One that stays permanently in my home shower and one that travels with me to the gym, so it' has constant use. Neither has failed me. As for mirror, after the first time I wet it down, it stays pretty clear. I do find myself wetting it down a couple times during my shave. However the mirror hangs on the suction cup, it's not attached. So it's a second to take it from the wall and hit it with some water. I don't even notice it. I really like it.
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Mine fell a few times also. Make sure both surface and suction cup are super clean and dry. If that still doesn't work - maybe you're overloading it? I found that was my problem. It doesn't hold as much weight as I'd like.