Tub and Shower Faucets, Shower Heads, Bathtub Fillers,
Fixtures and Accessories
Tub and Shower Faucets come in a wide range of designs that
will perfectly complement your bathroom decor with elegance and style. Although
tub and shower
faucets work similarly to bathroom and kitchen faucets, there are some distinct differences between them,
which we will will examine in this article.
Unlike
regular sink faucets which are vertically oriented, tub and shower faucets are oriented horizontally and the
parts are larger and more heavy-duty.
Some faucets have a single lever
or ball handle; other faucets have separate hot and cold water handles and have a more classic look. Some units
have a three handles - two for hot and cold water, and one to control the overall flow of water to the shower head.
Single-handle faucets are by far
the most popular style today. This style of faucet has an inner cartridge that allows the flow of only hot or cold
water and allows a mixture of each to adjust for various temperatures. Two-handle faucets on the other hand
separately control the hot and cold water flow.
A single or two-handle shower
faucet utilizes a stem and washer that presses against a seat to seal off water. A three-handle unit contains a
stem-like diverter that either directs the water down to the tub spout or up to the shower
head.
Follow the
Instructions
Installing a tub or shower faucet can be a challenge,
so it's important to read and follow written directions completely.
When installation is complete, put the instructions,
model number and parts list in a plastic bag and tape it to the inside bathroom vanity door. This will come in
handy if you ever need to do a repair in the future, and beneficial for a plumber who needs to do repairs or a
future homeowner.
Tub and shower faucets come in a
wide range of designs, styles and finishes such as nickel, chrome, brass, bronze and two-tone finishes.
Keep in mind that your bath and shower faucets will get a lot of use, so you should buy the best quality
faucet you can afford. Avoid lower quality, inexpensive faucets. Good quality faucets generally cost
more, but you need not spend a fortune for a very well-made faucet.
Brands
Top brands include American
Standard, Danze, Delta, Elements of Design, Kingston Brass, Moen, Kohler, Newport, and Price Pfister, among others.
Prices range from about $25.00 for an inexpensive chrome set from Delta up to hundreds or even thousands of dollars
for more expensive sets. For example, Herbeau offers premium designs that cost upwards of
$8,000.00.
Where to
Buy
Do some research beforehand
to look for a faucet style that complements your decor. A good place to start is on this site, where
you'll find a large selection of tub and shower faucets fulfilled by our retail
partner, Amazon.com. We're sure you'll find quality brand name faucets at a price that fits within your
budget.
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Premier 120187 Sanibel Three-Handle Tub & Shower Faucet, Brushed Nickel
List Price: $186.60
Sale Price: $88.63
You save: $97.97 (53%)
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Description
Finish:Brushed Nickel Provides unrivaled functionality and convenience in an appealing design. Premier Sanibel's ceramic disc tub and shower faucetsare built to perform and designed to withstand even harsh hard water environments...
Features
- Lever handles
- 1/4-Inch turn operation
- Includes extra set of acrylic and porcelain handle inserts
- 120633 and 120188 have 2 handles; 120636 and 120187 have 3 handles
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Single Handle Wall Mount Waterfall LED Bath Tub Filler Faucet with Hand Shower, Chrome
List Price: $263.14
Sale Price: $178.99
You save: $84.15 (32%)
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Description
**Special Summer Promotion**
Great quality and Low price, without breaking your wallet!
The LED tub/shower faucet is temperature sensor, When water flows through, the temperature sensor could detect the water temperature and reflect the result to the circuit, thus
the lights could be controlled...
Features
- Solid bras construction and durable ceramic valve assures long time performance.
- High quality faucet with built-in LED light powered by water flow. No batteries needed.
- LED color changes with water temperature. 0~30C Green;30C-40C Blue;>45C Red.
- 4 holes wall mounted easy installation coming with hot/cold water hose.
- Spout Width (inch): 6.3 and Pull out Length (inch): 55
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KOHLER K-T15231-4-CP Coralais Three-Handle Bath and Shower Faucet Trim, Polished Chrome
List Price: $112.70
Sale Price: $64.99
You save: $47.71 (42%)
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Description
K-T15231-4-CP Finish: Polished Chrome Offering convenience, quality and style at a competitive price, this Coralais three-handle bath and shower faucet trim brings sleek design continuity to the bath and features an adjustable spray showerhead and NPT diverter spout...
Features
- Lever handles
- One-piece ceramic valve resists debris and hard water buildup
- Ergonomic handle rotation provides on/off water control with only a quarter turn
- Adjustable spray showerhead
- NPT non-diverter spout
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Premier 120636 Sanibel Three-Handle Tub & Shower Faucet, Chrome
List Price: $160.32
Sale Price: $76.15
You save: $84.17 (53%)
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Description
Finish:Chrome Provides unrivaled functionality and convenience in an appealing design. Premier Sanibel's ceramic disc tub and shower faucetsare built to perform and designed to withstand even harsh hard water environments...
Features
- Lever handles
- 1/4-Inch turn operation
- Includes extra set of acrylic and porcelain handle inserts
- 120633 and 120188 have 2 handles; 120636 and 120187 have 3 handles
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Faucet-to-Shower Converter
Sale Price: $3.62
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Description
Faucet-to-Shower Converter Great for easily washing your hair, or even washing your pet in the tub. A convenient way to bathe for the elderly or disabled. 48" flexible rubber hose attaches instantly to most sink and some bathtub faucets.
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Peerless 76952 Four-Spray Massage 2-in-1 Shower System, Gray
Sale Price: $39.98
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Description
4-spray-massage hand shower (crossing spray, crossing spray with massage, narrow spray with massage, narrow spray), extra-wide full spray shower head, anti-clog nozzles for removal of mineral, easy-turn lever to change sprays, 3-way diverter operates handshower, shower head or both at one time, 60" flexible vinyl hose, operates at 2...
Features
- Two showers in one: powerful spray from hand shower, shower head, or both at one time
- Four-spray/massage hand shower with unique crossing spray
- Rub clean nozzles to remove mineral deposits
- Patented interlocking hand shower/showerhead system
- Backed by a lifetime warranty
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Delta Foundations BT14496-OB Monitor 14 Series Tub and Shower Trim, Oil Bronze
List Price: $177.75
Sale Price: $102.65
You save: $75.10 (42%)
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Description
Finish:Oil Bronze Timeless design combined with latest technology Simple, elegant lines complement traditional dcor Monitor Scald-Guard valve keeps water temperature within +/-3F. For use with MultiChoice Universal rough valve body...
Features
- Timeless design combined with latest technology
- Simple, elegant lines complement traditional decor
- Monitor Scald-Guard valve keeps water temperature within +/-3-DegreeF
- For use with MultiChoice Universal rough valve body. Solid brass construction ensures quality and reliability
- Raincan showerhead
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Peerless 76950 2-in-1 Shower System, Chrome
List Price: $59.99
Sale Price: $32.36
You save: $27.63 (46%)
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Description
2-in-1 shower system with shower head and 4-spray hand shower. It has four selection settings: crossing spray massage, crossing spray, narrow spray massage, and narrow spray. Each item can spray separately or both can spray at one time...
Features
- Two showers in one; operates as a hand shower, showerhead or both at one time
- 4-spray/massage hand shower with unique crossing spray; full spray showerhead with anti-clog to remove mineral deposits
- Patented interlocking hand shower/showerhead system for full-body spray coverage
- Installs in minutes; wrench or pliers required
- Lifetime warranty
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Delta Foundations BT14096-OB Monitor 14 Series Valve Trim Only, Oil Bronze
List Price: $98.60
Sale Price: $49.37
You save: $49.23 (50%)
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Description
Finish:Oil Bronze Timeless design combined with latest technology Simple, elegant lines complement traditional dcor Monitor Scald-Guard valve keeps water temperature within +/-3F. For use with MultiChoice Universal rough valve body...
Features
- Timeless design combined with latest technology
- Simple, elegant lines complement traditional decor
- Monitor Scald-Guard valve keeps water temperature within +/-3-DegreeF
- For use with MultiChoice Universal rough valve body. Solid brass construction ensures quality and reliability
- Lever handle for ease of control
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Kingston Brass KS266C Victoria 3-Inch to 9-Inch Wall Mount Tub and Shower Faucet, Polished Chrome
List Price: $316.95
Sale Price: $190.00
You save: $126.95 (40%)
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Description
Kingston Brass KS266C Victorian Wall Mount Faucet with Hand Shower, 3" - 9" Spread, Chrome Victorian Collection, Fabricated from solid brass material for durability and reliability, Premium color finish resist tarnishing and corrosion, Easy to install, Matching collection available, One Year Limited Warranty to the original consumer to be free from defects in material and finish...
Features
- Brass construction
- 1/4 Turn ceramic disk cartridge
- Metal cross handle
- Lifetime premier finish
- 3-1/2-Inch to 8-1/2-Inch adjustable spread
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