

This model’s diaphragm design valve is also very unique among its competitors. At the same time, this unit also includes a high-temperature limit stop to ensure sudden drops in cold water don’t scald you or your family members. That’s because this model utilizes a proprietary Rite-Temp pressure-balancing valve system that prevents almost all fluctuations within a 3 degree range. That’s why I want to recommend the KOHLER K-304-KS-NA to you. But fortunately, you have an expert like me on your side. That’s because it can be adjusted all the way down to a 0.5 GPM water flow setting with relative ease.įinding the best Kohler shower valve would be hard if you were left to your own devices. After that, the guard can be removed to ensure the unit is properly aligned and mounted according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.įolks who are looking to integrate low flow technology into their shower will also like the Pfister 0X8310A. You’ll also find that this model comes with a protective black guard cover that can be used during the installation process.
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Its internal ceramic disc valve won’t crack or degrade – even after a decade or more of daily use. Speaking of durability, the Pfister 0X8310A also makes use of this brand’s specialized Pforever Seal. This model's solid brass construction (including brass stems) won’t ever give up the ghost prematurely. At the same time, I believe a lot of this model's popularity revolves around its solid construction. That’s likely because it is a fairly basic pressure balancing shower valve compatible with back-to-back installation. If you’ve done any shopping around for a new shower valve up to this point, you’ve likely seen that the Pfister 0X8310A is a pretty popular model. When purchasing it, you can also get one that includes an optional integral diverter for use in a shower/tub set-up. Interestingly enough, this shower valve is not just a pressure balancing type valve. This feature works well with this model’s integral temperature limiter, which can prevent scalding or a sudden surge in hot water. This small inclusion ensures that any shower handle mounted to it can only turn so far. For example, this shower valve is built with an adjustable stop screw. Even if it does wear down a bit early, you’ll always be able to get a replacement through this unit’s lifetime warranty.Īs for this shower valve’s performance, you’ll really be surprised at what the Symmons S-46-1-BODY Temptrol is capable of. Symmons is another trusted name in the shower valve industry, so you can definitely count on this model’s brass and bronze construction to exceed its expected service life. Next up, I want to introduce you to my runner up for best overall shower valve – the Symmons S-46-1-BODY Temptrol. But, given its excellent performance, longevity, and warranty, I would gladly pay that much again. I will admit that the Moen 3510 M-PACT is a bit on the expensive side, often at over $100 a pop. It also includes a volume control mechanism to help decrease your regular shower water intake. Even with this level of installation flexibility, this shower valve still manages to maintain a high standard of pressure balancing performance.
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As such, this model’s ½” IPS connections should be fully compatible with any Moan faucet style, even if you choose to upgrade many years in the future. However, I would not expect this model’s brass construction or any of its 4 ports to ever let you down.Īnother reason I love this shower valve is because it is built upon the Moen M-PACT common valve system. Both professionally and personally, I’ve taken advantage of it on several occasions. First off, I have always trusted this brand and their lifetime warranty. But out of all of these, my top pick has to go to the Moen 3510 M-PACT. To view what comes in the box and to see basic installation guides click on the View Additional / Larger images under the picture to the left then click next on the large picture to view all of the additional images.There are a whole bunch of worthwhile shower valves to choose from in today’s market. Solid brass construction with 8 ~ 10 microns of mirror chrome plate.Standard 1/2 ins BSP (15mm) male inlet and outlet thread.Wall plate 50mm Diameter, chrome on brass.

Triple purpose shower holder, water isolating valve and a medium for connecting the warm water pipe from the mixer valve to the Bidet shower hose. Finished in mirror chrome, ideally suited for use with our MIX2000, MIX6000, MIX6400 and MIX6500 mixer valves. Compatible with all our range of bidet showers. Placing the shower head in the mount actuates the valve automatically closing the water supply to the shower hose and head. Premium quality solid brass wall plate elbow with integral shower holder and water shut off valve with mirror chrome finish. Grohe Sena: Auto water shut off shower valve:
