Rough-in shower valve for Tub only, side by side
#1
06-22-16, 09:06 AM
Rough-in shower valve for Tub only, side by side
I have a Kohler K304 rough-in valve, but I only want to use it for Tub only. The shower outlet can be capped off. I presume that will "just work" without me having to fiddle with the valve parts.
I would also like to fit the handle and tub spout side by side, rather than the normal way of putting the tub spout directly under the handle. Has anyone done that? If I'm not using the shower outlet I guess that should "just work" too?
Thanks
I would also like to fit the handle and tub spout side by side, rather than the normal way of putting the tub spout directly under the handle. Has anyone done that? If I'm not using the shower outlet I guess that should "just work" too?
Thanks
#2
06-22-16, 09:57 AM
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Yes, just cap off the shower outlet, no other changes required.
I don't see why side by side wouldn't work. You could mount valve in normal orientation and just make a u shaped connection to the spout, or rotate the valve 90 degrees if that makes it easier. If you plan to rotate the valve, make sure any labels or markings on the dial/knob/escutcheon won't be wonky....
I don't see why side by side wouldn't work. You could mount valve in normal orientation and just make a u shaped connection to the spout, or rotate the valve 90 degrees if that makes it easier. If you plan to rotate the valve, make sure any labels or markings on the dial/knob/escutcheon won't be wonky....
#3
06-22-16, 01:33 PM
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The tub port will usually allow a greater gpm flow rate so make sure you cap off the correct port. I would not mount the valve sideways. The issue with side by side is that you will need to securely anchor both the rough in valve and tub drop elbow solidly into framing. If this works in your configuration and you can use the same block of lumber then fine. Usually the pipe out of the valve will be at different depth than the valve body.
#4
06-22-16, 02:54 PM
Thanks for the responses.
I have nice fat 16" studs to build between so I can make this nice and strong.
I like the idea of rotating the valve 90degrees as I'll then just have the single elbow on outlet.
I'll have a go at this tonight and post pictures.
I have nice fat 16" studs to build between so I can make this nice and strong.
I like the idea of rotating the valve 90degrees as I'll then just have the single elbow on outlet.
I'll have a go at this tonight and post pictures.
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I would also like to fit the handle and tub spout side by side…
#6
06-22-16, 03:52 PM
I raised this issue with Kohler, and they actually responded.
They kinda sound like they're just quoting the manual, but they say it can't be rotated 90degrees as it will cause the pressure balancing unit to water hammer, and the trim would be off.
So maybe I have to do the boring mount instead to be safe.
They kinda sound like they're just quoting the manual, but they say it can't be rotated 90degrees as it will cause the pressure balancing unit to water hammer, and the trim would be off.
So maybe I have to do the boring mount instead to be safe.
#7
06-22-16, 04:07 PM
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You need supplies to come in left and right, then you have to go down, and jog around the supply pipes and then come back up and re-jog to meet your tub spout elbow. Having done this a few times and it is more complicated than it sounds.
