Replacement Shower Valves Come In An Array Of Styles And Designs

When it comes to the bathroom, every detail makes a difference in how it looks and how you enjoy the time you spend in the shower or the bathtub.  This includes the valves you use to control your water.  A set of replacement shower valves can make a huge difference in your ability to control your water’s flow and temperature, while giving your bathroom a whole new look, whether that be traditional or contemporary. 

You will find that specialty suppliers like efaucet.com carry a wide range of options, like the Elements of Design shower valve, constructed of durable brass with a brushed nickel finish and a white porcelain lever handle.  This is a vintage look that is equally comfortable in a modern bathroom décor.  You can purchase this valve, item number EB3008PL, for $169.95. 
The KOHLER  Forté Polished Chrome Thermostatic Trim is a high quality product with a brushed chrome appearance.  The finish is designed to resist tarnishing and corrosion, giving you an attractive feature that will last for years to come.  The lever is of ergonomic design, making it easy to use, and is approved by the ADA.  You can find this product at lowes.com, where it is item number 89234 and it is sold for $151.66.

The Guinivere Push Button Valve Trim from Toto has a sleek, modern appearance, and will move your water flow from the bathtub to the shower nozzle with a quick push if the square bar in the center of this fixture, which features a polished chrome finish.  This product comes with a limited lifetime warranty, and looks great with a variety of complementary water valves.  You can purchase this product at homeindoor.com for $216.09.

An old fashioned fixture that is ideal under certain conditions is the Self Closing Shower Valve with a Pull Chain.  This valve, made of chrome plated brass opens when you pull the change and closes when you release it.  Obviously not the right answer for your home shower, this fixture is great for your recreational vehicle or an outdoor shower for your swimming pool area.  You can find this product at plumbsource.net for $23.00.
 
Clear acrylic handles are featured on the Empire Chrome Concealed Shower Valves.  These valves come as a set that includes a hot and cold water valves and a showerhead. Valves are 8 inches in diameter at the installation point, and provide a simple, classic look.  This is a great set to consider when seeking discount prices for your overall project.  You can find this set at amazon.com for $42.97.

For those seeking new and unique ideas for their bathroom, the bar shower valves are that are vastly popular in England are gaining ground here in the United States as well.  The Low Pressure Thermostatic Shower Valve, sold at taps4less.com, is a great example.  This is a fixture made of polished brass with thermstatic contro and that offers high flow rates even in homes with low water pressure.  It sells for 122.55 pounds; you will need to contact the retailer for currency exchange rates if necessary.