here you go! and these are the best prices!I am building a home. What are the best quality faucets to use in the kitchen and baths?
I would go with Kohler. They look great and last a long time. You really get your moneys worth out of them.
www.us.kohler.comI am building a home. What are the best quality faucets to use in the kitchen and baths?
I'm taking a home improvement course and the teacher , who was a union carpenter for 38 yrs says the best quality is Moen - but NOT the stuff you see at Lowes or Home Depot - You need to go to a plumbing supply house to get the really good quality stuff - it will cost more too.
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Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Which way should Hot & Cold Water Faucets Turn in a Bath Tub?
We had a scalding incident in our Apartment with a Hot Water Faucet in the tub with our 20 month infant. He usually likes to play with the water while its flowing into a small mug. Luckily we acted immediately and contained the effects. Background, The Hot water faucet was leaking, so we complained to the apartment mgmt and the maintenance guy replaced the valve/stem. Thats when the problem started.
The Hot Water Faucet now has to turn CLOCKWISE to OPEN and ANTICLOCKWISE to Close.
All these years the Hot water Faucet worked the other way until this maintenance guy touched it. Now on complaining to the Apt management, and their senior staff, the story they give is that the Hot Water Faucet is supposed to turn Clockwise to Open as designed by the manufacturer.
The cold water faucet works the opposite way or correct way as one would expect. ANTICLOCKWISE to Open and CLOCKWISE to Close.
Could somebody let us know which way is correct. The irritating this is the maintenance guy opened the whole stem and took it to the management to tell them that stem was ';new'; and working (sic because he had fixed 2 weeks back the leak) and management agreed to his observations and this guy comes and fixes it the same way it was and does not even turn on the Hot water to the apartment he had shut off. had to make another phone call to have him come and fix after some time.
Faucet Photos
http://www.flickr.com/photos/15340820@N03/?saved=1
Which way should Hot %26amp; Cold Water Faucets Turn in a Bath Tub?
Actually, my sink and bath faucets both work like that. The cold turns clockwise to open and the hot is counterclockwise to open. So, if you are turning them on together, you turn both hands inward, and outward to turn them both off. Most two-faucet taps(as opposed to a mixer tap), work that way (in the US, at least) so bath faucets are usually designed the same way. I think the repair guy had it right, and your original faucet was actually installed wrong.
It will feel strange at first, but you will get used to it.Which way should Hot %26amp; Cold Water Faucets Turn in a Bath Tub?
Counter-clockwise is on, clockwise is off. It would be very simple to fix the one that is opposite. When the stem was replaced, it was turned 180 degrees the wrong way. It needs to be removed, turned either direction 180 degrees and put back. Anyone who was able to put in the new stem is capable of taking it out and putting it back correctly. The mistake was easy to make, but he should have tested it before he left.
I have in my home two bathrooms and both tub and shower faucets, HOT and COLD turn ';on'; counterclockwise and turn ';off'; clockwise.
On and Off.lol.
You don't mention how old this fixture is, but it must be comparatively new if it's possible to install a stem incorrectly. I've been plumbing for 35 years and have never seen a double handled tub/shower fixture that had the hot and cold side both turn on/off the same way. The HOT side should turn on in a clockwise manner and OFF in a counter-clockwise direction. The cold works opposite. As Ro-Bot said, turning both together, hands twist toward the center on top for on, towards the outside for off. If yours was different originally then it was repaired incorrectly at some point in the past.
I'm sorry about your baby.
The maintenance guy didn't do anything wrong.
If you go to Home Depot, you will find that many shower valves have hot and cold stems. They turn opposite of each other. The reason for this is if you were to try to adjust the water temp and had soap in your eyes, turning either valve would give the same result, either making the water hotter or colder. You couldn't go wrong even if you couldn't see which valve you turned. The stem that was in there before was the wrong one, and he put in the right one.
The Hot Water Faucet now has to turn CLOCKWISE to OPEN and ANTICLOCKWISE to Close.
All these years the Hot water Faucet worked the other way until this maintenance guy touched it. Now on complaining to the Apt management, and their senior staff, the story they give is that the Hot Water Faucet is supposed to turn Clockwise to Open as designed by the manufacturer.
The cold water faucet works the opposite way or correct way as one would expect. ANTICLOCKWISE to Open and CLOCKWISE to Close.
Could somebody let us know which way is correct. The irritating this is the maintenance guy opened the whole stem and took it to the management to tell them that stem was ';new'; and working (sic because he had fixed 2 weeks back the leak) and management agreed to his observations and this guy comes and fixes it the same way it was and does not even turn on the Hot water to the apartment he had shut off. had to make another phone call to have him come and fix after some time.
Faucet Photos
http://www.flickr.com/photos/15340820@N03/?saved=1
Which way should Hot %26amp; Cold Water Faucets Turn in a Bath Tub?
Actually, my sink and bath faucets both work like that. The cold turns clockwise to open and the hot is counterclockwise to open. So, if you are turning them on together, you turn both hands inward, and outward to turn them both off. Most two-faucet taps(as opposed to a mixer tap), work that way (in the US, at least) so bath faucets are usually designed the same way. I think the repair guy had it right, and your original faucet was actually installed wrong.
It will feel strange at first, but you will get used to it.Which way should Hot %26amp; Cold Water Faucets Turn in a Bath Tub?
Counter-clockwise is on, clockwise is off. It would be very simple to fix the one that is opposite. When the stem was replaced, it was turned 180 degrees the wrong way. It needs to be removed, turned either direction 180 degrees and put back. Anyone who was able to put in the new stem is capable of taking it out and putting it back correctly. The mistake was easy to make, but he should have tested it before he left.
I have in my home two bathrooms and both tub and shower faucets, HOT and COLD turn ';on'; counterclockwise and turn ';off'; clockwise.
On and Off.lol.
You don't mention how old this fixture is, but it must be comparatively new if it's possible to install a stem incorrectly. I've been plumbing for 35 years and have never seen a double handled tub/shower fixture that had the hot and cold side both turn on/off the same way. The HOT side should turn on in a clockwise manner and OFF in a counter-clockwise direction. The cold works opposite. As Ro-Bot said, turning both together, hands twist toward the center on top for on, towards the outside for off. If yours was different originally then it was repaired incorrectly at some point in the past.
I'm sorry about your baby.
The maintenance guy didn't do anything wrong.
If you go to Home Depot, you will find that many shower valves have hot and cold stems. They turn opposite of each other. The reason for this is if you were to try to adjust the water temp and had soap in your eyes, turning either valve would give the same result, either making the water hotter or colder. You couldn't go wrong even if you couldn't see which valve you turned. The stem that was in there before was the wrong one, and he put in the right one.
Anywhere in my house, where water comes in,faucets,bath, washer, smells horrible! ?
I just moved into a 6-7 year old house a month ago. I noticed whenever I flush the master bath commode, at first it stunk, but also had little black particles in the water. Then I noticed at every faucet, including washing machine, that same nasty odor comes out whenever water in coming out. It's not a rotten egg smell, but squirrely or gamey-smelling. It almost makes me feel nauseous--it's so strong. What can I do? Help!Anywhere in my house, where water comes in,faucets,bath, washer, smells horrible! ?
There is a list of things that could be causing your problems. Minerals or bacteria are probably the most common.
It would be really helpful if we knew if you had city water, a well, or a community well.
If you have a type of well, check for filtration after the holding tank. City water, check for it just past the point of entrance to the home (basement, crawlspace, etc.) If there is a cartridge, it may need replacing. If there is a spin-down filter, it may need to be drained. And an unused water softener may need to be cleared and regenerated.
Also, if it is a well, if the water hasn't been used for a while it may need to be flushed or chlorinated. Flushing would just involve running a lot of water while chlorination should probably be handled by a well professional.
And for the record, a water softener is only for removing a small amount of iron and hardness. A smell that strong, if caused by sulpher, should be removed using a different type of filtration and typically is more like a rotten egg smell. If you have any questions please shoot me an e-mail via my profile.Anywhere in my house, where water comes in,faucets,bath, washer, smells horrible! ?
If you are on city water supply, I would check to see if there is an in-line filtration system that needs maintenance. Most likely this filter would be in the basement or crawspace, right where the main water line enters the house. Water would go through this filter first before going anywhere in the house, thus the bad smell is everywhere.
Shut the water off at the water meter, remove the filter. Run lots of water to help flush it out.
It is sulfur. It is in the water or in your pipes. Either way, the only thing you can do is get a water softener. It will filter you water and take out the sulfur which makes your water smell like rotten eggs in the sun. Usually this is a problem in rural areas. My friend had the same issue. The softener did the trick. I had mine installed for $300. The salt I buy for $2.95 a bag. Well worth the money. (My clothes look better as well.)
You should get a water test kit, preferred through your local health department, and have it tested for bacteria.
Are you on a well? That can be the source of the problem. I hate to say this, but rodents can find their way into a well casing. Options are to pour a half gallon of bleach into the well and let it set for as long as possible.
There is a list of things that could be causing your problems. Minerals or bacteria are probably the most common.
It would be really helpful if we knew if you had city water, a well, or a community well.
If you have a type of well, check for filtration after the holding tank. City water, check for it just past the point of entrance to the home (basement, crawlspace, etc.) If there is a cartridge, it may need replacing. If there is a spin-down filter, it may need to be drained. And an unused water softener may need to be cleared and regenerated.
Also, if it is a well, if the water hasn't been used for a while it may need to be flushed or chlorinated. Flushing would just involve running a lot of water while chlorination should probably be handled by a well professional.
And for the record, a water softener is only for removing a small amount of iron and hardness. A smell that strong, if caused by sulpher, should be removed using a different type of filtration and typically is more like a rotten egg smell. If you have any questions please shoot me an e-mail via my profile.Anywhere in my house, where water comes in,faucets,bath, washer, smells horrible! ?
If you are on city water supply, I would check to see if there is an in-line filtration system that needs maintenance. Most likely this filter would be in the basement or crawspace, right where the main water line enters the house. Water would go through this filter first before going anywhere in the house, thus the bad smell is everywhere.
Shut the water off at the water meter, remove the filter. Run lots of water to help flush it out.
It is sulfur. It is in the water or in your pipes. Either way, the only thing you can do is get a water softener. It will filter you water and take out the sulfur which makes your water smell like rotten eggs in the sun. Usually this is a problem in rural areas. My friend had the same issue. The softener did the trick. I had mine installed for $300. The salt I buy for $2.95 a bag. Well worth the money. (My clothes look better as well.)
You should get a water test kit, preferred through your local health department, and have it tested for bacteria.
Are you on a well? That can be the source of the problem. I hate to say this, but rodents can find their way into a well casing. Options are to pour a half gallon of bleach into the well and let it set for as long as possible.
Bath doesn't have shower. Where can I buy the shower hose that you put right on the faucet?
The house that I am renting doesn't have have shower with it, it is just a regular bath. Where can I find the little shower thing that has the hose that you can just put right on the faucet and take it off and on when needed. I'm not working with alot of money right now and I need to go with the cheapest thing right now. I have looked at many places but can't find it. I did find one but it was like $200.00. I can't afford that right now. Where can I find a cheaper one?Bath doesn't have shower. Where can I buy the shower hose that you put right on the faucet?
Try B%26amp;Q or homebase.Bath doesn't have shower. Where can I buy the shower hose that you put right on the faucet?
You should be able to find a spray hose at almost any place that sells hardware, for $25 at the most. If you have one of the really old fashioned taps that doesn't have a place to screw the hose onto, get the plainest plastic hose you can find, cut the screw-on end off, slip the hose over the faucet nozzle, and hold it in place with a hose clamp. Before you go to buy, take note(or a picture if your camera will get the detail) of what kind of place there is to screw a hose onto. You may need an adapter.
A decent DIY retailer should have them. I live in the uk and you can pick them up at Homebase and B%26amp;Q. From your question I guess you are in America but even there I would be amazed if it cost you more than about $30.00 to pick up a half decent one!!
I know what you have and it's an old one. Here's a link to a newer, better version. good luck!
You Can get them at home depot for around $20.00
Argos in the UK
But not sure where you will get one for a mixer tap! anyone knows e mail me..lol
try walmart.or home depot.
Try B%26amp;Q or homebase.Bath doesn't have shower. Where can I buy the shower hose that you put right on the faucet?
You should be able to find a spray hose at almost any place that sells hardware, for $25 at the most. If you have one of the really old fashioned taps that doesn't have a place to screw the hose onto, get the plainest plastic hose you can find, cut the screw-on end off, slip the hose over the faucet nozzle, and hold it in place with a hose clamp. Before you go to buy, take note(or a picture if your camera will get the detail) of what kind of place there is to screw a hose onto. You may need an adapter.
A decent DIY retailer should have them. I live in the uk and you can pick them up at Homebase and B%26amp;Q. From your question I guess you are in America but even there I would be amazed if it cost you more than about $30.00 to pick up a half decent one!!
I know what you have and it's an old one. Here's a link to a newer, better version. good luck!
You Can get them at home depot for around $20.00
Argos in the UK
But not sure where you will get one for a mixer tap! anyone knows e mail me..lol
try walmart.or home depot.
Replacing bath faucets........pl advice?
We moved into out new house and I realized that the water flow in all the faucets that the builder has installed in the bath tubs and showers cannot be controlled .
I could adjust the flow of water in the sinks as it has the connections under the vanity.
But the other faucets unlike the sinks do not have the controls exposed .
Can I replace them without a plumber so that I could avoid water wastage .Replacing bath faucets........pl advice?
Believe it or not, the least expensive solution is also the best and easiest for anyone to do. Every Sink, Faucet or Shower head all share one common item. All of them have an aerator screwed to the head. These aerators are inexpensive to purchase. They can be adjusted, or purchased, for their water saving ability.
Simply purchase a few water restricting aerators for your home and you have solved your issue. Anyone can screw an old one off, and a new one on, in pursuit of your goal. I congratulate you for doing so. Far too many people place little, if any, concern over this issue.Replacing bath faucets........pl advice?
The shower valves that most builders install do not have any volume control. To get volume control and temp control you will have to install new valves.
Flow restrictors for shower heads can be a help. Also look into a shower arm shut off valve. Get wet push the button to stop water flow while lathering up, push button back and rinse off. No water wasted while soaping up.
The quickest, easiest answer that I have is to buy a flow controlling valve installed on your shower-heads. I don't know of any for tub spouts, though. The shower valve can be replaced but it is a lot more complicated, involving drywall and / or tile repair. Not to mention finding a different type of valve that will match the plumbing to the replacement. It also could involve cutting and soldering plumbing pipes.
Hope this helps.
What do you mean the flow cannot be controlled? Are the faucets simple on off switches? I don't understand what the problem is.
You don't control the flow of water from your shutoff valves. You just turn them on or off.
I could adjust the flow of water in the sinks as it has the connections under the vanity.
But the other faucets unlike the sinks do not have the controls exposed .
Can I replace them without a plumber so that I could avoid water wastage .Replacing bath faucets........pl advice?
Believe it or not, the least expensive solution is also the best and easiest for anyone to do. Every Sink, Faucet or Shower head all share one common item. All of them have an aerator screwed to the head. These aerators are inexpensive to purchase. They can be adjusted, or purchased, for their water saving ability.
Simply purchase a few water restricting aerators for your home and you have solved your issue. Anyone can screw an old one off, and a new one on, in pursuit of your goal. I congratulate you for doing so. Far too many people place little, if any, concern over this issue.Replacing bath faucets........pl advice?
The shower valves that most builders install do not have any volume control. To get volume control and temp control you will have to install new valves.
Flow restrictors for shower heads can be a help. Also look into a shower arm shut off valve. Get wet push the button to stop water flow while lathering up, push button back and rinse off. No water wasted while soaping up.
The quickest, easiest answer that I have is to buy a flow controlling valve installed on your shower-heads. I don't know of any for tub spouts, though. The shower valve can be replaced but it is a lot more complicated, involving drywall and / or tile repair. Not to mention finding a different type of valve that will match the plumbing to the replacement. It also could involve cutting and soldering plumbing pipes.
Hope this helps.
What do you mean the flow cannot be controlled? Are the faucets simple on off switches? I don't understand what the problem is.
You don't control the flow of water from your shutoff valves. You just turn them on or off.
I have an older home with a bath tub. I want to install a hand held shower.There are two separate faucets one?
for hot water and one for cold. Is this possible and where would I find the supplies to do it? This is a rented house, so there is no option to tear down walls etc. Thanks.I have an older home with a bath tub. I want to install a hand held shower.There are two separate faucets one?
look in the hardware stores and ask about a water mixer that is adaptable to what you want --- if you cannot find that ... try talking to the landlord and see if he will get the job done right ... and maybe you can get an extra year added to your lease to help him decide to help you.. Take a photo to the store and that will help the clerk understand what you need for showering..that is a photo of the tub and faucets...I have an older home with a bath tub. I want to install a hand held shower.There are two separate faucets one?
Is there a shower head in the tub? If not just get one of these:
http://www.activeforever.com/p-96-homz-e鈥?/a>make up artist
look in the hardware stores and ask about a water mixer that is adaptable to what you want --- if you cannot find that ... try talking to the landlord and see if he will get the job done right ... and maybe you can get an extra year added to your lease to help him decide to help you.. Take a photo to the store and that will help the clerk understand what you need for showering..that is a photo of the tub and faucets...I have an older home with a bath tub. I want to install a hand held shower.There are two separate faucets one?
Is there a shower head in the tub? If not just get one of these:
http://www.activeforever.com/p-96-homz-e鈥?/a>
What import taxs are charged to bring in faucets for kitchen & bath into cabo san lucas mx?
We will be flying in to mexico with a carry on containg these items.What import taxs are charged to bring in faucets for kitchen %26amp; bath into cabo san lucas mx?
Hola! How many are you bringing??? More than 1 or 2?
And of course, you may run into trouble with the airline bringing it in your carry on. I would just put it in my checked luggage and you don't need to pay import taxes. I bring everything from satellite receivers to turkeys and never pay any import tax.What import taxs are charged to bring in faucets for kitchen %26amp; bath into cabo san lucas mx?
Admin is right...if they don;t look ';new'; you my not have to pay anything. do have your receipt with you for just in case. If you are taxed, I believe it will be 15% of the purchase value, but is is unlikely.
Remove it from the original packaging, and maybe you won't have to worry about it.
Hola! How many are you bringing??? More than 1 or 2?
And of course, you may run into trouble with the airline bringing it in your carry on. I would just put it in my checked luggage and you don't need to pay import taxes. I bring everything from satellite receivers to turkeys and never pay any import tax.What import taxs are charged to bring in faucets for kitchen %26amp; bath into cabo san lucas mx?
Admin is right...if they don;t look ';new'; you my not have to pay anything. do have your receipt with you for just in case. If you are taxed, I believe it will be 15% of the purchase value, but is is unlikely.
Remove it from the original packaging, and maybe you won't have to worry about it.
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