Things You Need To Know About Tub and Shower Faucets

Newly installed tub and shower faucets require some extra attention than older bathroom sink faucet faucets. The design affect however makes it well worth it if you plan on a full renovation or construction of your bathroom. You may find that you need to replace the faucet with one that is a bit more sophisticated. Tub and shower replacement parts are widely available on the Internet and in many home improvement stores. Choosing the right parts is a matter of personal preference, but you should be careful not to select parts for tub and shower faucets that are unsuited to your needs.

Faucet valves come in two basic varieties: open and close. The open valve takes a seat in the spout and is opened and closed by the turn of a handle. Most of them have a rotary switch to control the flow of water from the shower head. These valves also usually have a waterproof cover to keep water from spilling out, and there is usually an indication of when the water has finished flowing by way of a bell or similar indicator. The closed valve, on the other hand, is held in the spout by a stem valve and is used only for the initial startup of the shower.

There are many different types of showers with tub and shower faucets. In addition to the two basic types of showers there are fixed shower heads, handheld shower heads, and even ionic and infrared showers. Fixed shower heads are designed to withstand stronger jets while allowing controlled pressure through the shower column.

Handheld shower valves are available in three varieties - rotary, screw-based, and cartridge valve. They are designed to be used with lower water flow rates than the higher-powered screw-based valves. Cleaning the screws is simpler and easier than those for the screw valves. Screw-based valves require a special kind of cleaning fluid, which is generally safe for home use. Cartridge valve types are recommended for more powerful water flow and for use in high-performance or high-temperature applications.

Ionic and infrared are much quieter than other types. They also have the advantage of having variable spray patterns. Adjustable spray patterns let you adjust the spray pattern for a specific application, which is great if you want to have a shampooing experience or a deep cleaning, without over soaking your hair or causing hair damage. Some ionic and infrared models also have ionizers, which can remove soap scum from shower heads.

You will find that these a freestanding tub faucet types are available with different spray patterns, as well as different valve types. Some of these faucet models can include cartridge valves. If you are looking for a more complex showerhead system, you may want to consider one of the modular showerheads. These faucet units have more options than the basic cartridge-based showerheads.

Tub and shower faucet models with a trim kit include both a separate valve and a trim ring. When you buy this type of unit, you will need to decide which type of trim ring you want. The trim ring can come in a variety of finishes, from chrome to brass to satin. If you don't like the finish on the valve, you have the option of buying a new valve altogether. You can find many valve trim kits at Lowe's and Home Depot.

Another type of shower system that you may want to consider is a cold water faucet. A cold water valve is a great addition if you don't have hot water on hand. These valves are designed to turn off with the tap water temperature, so you don't have to worry about turning the hot water on and off all the time. Most cold water valves also come with an adjustment to turn the water off at a lower temperature. This adjustment allows you to customize your shower's cold water experience.