Valve — Buy Shower

The most important step is choosing the right for your household needs.

: Necessary if you have both a tub and a shower. It directs the water from the tub spout up to the shower head. 2. The Compatibility Trap buy shower valve

: The "luxury" choice. It lets you set a specific temperature and maintains it regardless of pressure changes. These are ideal if you have multiple outlets (like a rain head and a handheld wand). The most important step is choosing the right

A common mistake is buying a "pretty" handle (the trim) that won't fit your valve. These are ideal if you have multiple outlets

: The "standard" choice. It keeps water temperature steady by adjusting pressure. It prevents "toilet-flush" shocks where the water suddenly turns scalding.

: Trims and valves are almost never interchangeable between brands. If you buy a Moen trim, you generally must use a Moen valve .