Shower Valves

What is a concealed shower valve? A concealed shower valve is a mixing valve that sits inside the wall, or in a purpose-built box behind it, leaving only a slim control plate and handle on show. It blends hot and cold water, usually through a thermostatic cartridge, so the pipework vanishes and the bathroom looks … Read more

A thermostatic shower valve is a mixing valve that blends hot and cold water to a set temperature and holds it there, even when someone flushes the loo. An internal wax or bimetallic element adjusts the mix automatically and shuts the flow if either supply fails. The principle is neatly summarised on Wikipedia. Humble? Yes. … Read more