There are many things to consider when planning your dream bathroom remodel. Remodelling an old bathroom will require more than a fancy shower head, new grout and marble tiles, and glass doors. You can make your shower experience more enjoyable.
You will not be happy with the plumbing in your bathroom. The type of shower valve system you choose is crucial to creating a luxurious shower.
What does a shower valve do?
The shower valve is an essential part of your shower system. Shower valves control water flow from the showerhead. Even though your shower looks great, there may be serious performance issues.
Replacing Your Shower Valve
You will need to choose the type of shower valve that you want to replace your existing shower valves.
We'll explain the differences between a pressure balance and thermostatic shower valves. We will also discuss why some shower valves appear to be identical but cost more depending on where they are purchased.
Water Temperature Issues
If you are enjoying a relaxing shower but it is ruined by someone flushing the toilet or washing laundry, you might need a new valve.
These issues can not only be annoying but also dangerous. Water can quickly change from perfect temperature to very cold or scolding hot in seconds. This can cause you to get burnt and/or slip and slide.
How to Prevent Water Temperature Problems
Installing a pressure-balance or thermostatic shower valve is the best way to avoid this situation. What is the difference?
A thermostatic valve can adjust the water temperature, while a pressure balance shower valve only controls the ratio of hot and cold water. Which shower valve is the best?
Which Valve is Better?
It all depends on the homeowner's preferences and budget. However, we recommend installing a thermostatic valve for your shower. Learn more about these two types of shower valves.
How It Works: Pressure Balance Shower Valve
Only one handle controls the pressure balance shower valve's volume and temperature. The handle also features a dial to indicate the stop point (which controls the hot-to-cold ratio).
Thermostatic Shower Valve
You should use thermostatic shower valves because you won't have to worry about water temperature again.
The shower valve adjusts the water pressure to maintain a consistent temperature. The thermostatic shower valves work best when there are multiple spray options. The temperature you desire will be delivered instantly when the tap is turned on.
Two handles are used to control the thermostatic shower valves. The volume of water that is dispersed and the temperature are controlled by one of the handles. The thermostatic valves respond to temperature and not pressure.
Benefits of Thermostatic Shower Valve
This valve allows you to adjust the flow volume and temperature without having to change the temperature. This valve makes water conservation simple. You can turn down the water flow when you are shaving or shampooing. This is due to a small wax piece inside the shower valve that reacts to heat and causes the valve to continuously balance the hot and cold water ratios.
The valve will stop water flow from one side of the valve if either the hot or cold water stops. A thermostatic valve allows you to control the temperature of your shower. Your water heater can be set at 140 degrees F to prevent bacterial contamination. The water temperature coming out from your showerhead can also be controlled by the thermostatic valve.
This system has many benefits, including a constant temperature, increased energy efficiency, higher flow rates and possibly a lower water bill.
Can you adjust your water heater temperature without using the valve?
Some people try to not purchase a temperature-controlling shower valve and instead try to adjust the temperature on their water heater directly. This is a problem because your water heater should not exceed 140 degrees F. Otherwise, bacterial contaminations could occur that can lead to you becoming ill.
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