Abstract: A apparatus for installation of a fixture, particularly faucets, through a flat surface, without access to the opposing side of the surface that faces away from the fixture, comprises a "V" shaped spring assembly wherein the apex of the spring is mounted on the threaded tail-piece of the fixture and the spring assembly comprises two wings that extend outward and toward the base of the fixture, which wings can be laterally compressed while being inserted into an installation hole through the flat surface and, after having fully been inserted through the hole, extend outward to engage the opposing side of the flat surface to prevent the extraction of the fixture, and the base of the fixture threadingly receives a collar having an outer diameter in excess of the installation hole and which, when screwed down causes the flat surface to be clamped between the underside of the collar and the top of the wings of the spring assembly, and centrally located flanges extend from the top of the spring assembly as a means