The water supply for a shower arrives via two pipes: hot and cold. In construction that is less than 30 years old, these pipes are usually copper. The pipes connect to a shower valve that controls the temperature and flow of water to the shower head.
How does the plumbing in a shower work?
So heres how the shower valve works: you turn the trim, which pulls water from your water source. Cold water goes straight to the cold pipe, while hot water makes a stop in the water heater first. Water from both pipes meets at the shower valve, which mixes it together and sends it to the shower head or tub spout.
What does the shower head connected to?
The shower head is connected by the arm to the water pipes within the wall. The arm is a small length of metal tube that originates in the water pipes and extends through the wall into the shower head, serving as the channel through which water passes.
How do I connect my shower to water supply?
1:373:10Plumbing requirements for electric showers video from Triton ShowersYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSimply connect the incoming water supply to the inlet of a shower. Making sure the connections areMoreSimply connect the incoming water supply to the inlet of a shower. Making sure the connections are good and tight. So there is no risk of leaking.
Are shower pipes connected?
Yes, the toilet and shower drain is connected with the main sewerage line pipe. The bowl holds water and connects to the drain for disposing of waste water and waste. When the tanks water rapidly drops down into the bowl (upon a flush), the pressure causes the bowls waste water to go down the drain.
Can I use push fit for shower?
tightenit New Member. Hi - the compression fitting on the shower is so that you can disconnect it if you need to take the shower out. The pushfit connectors are suitable for diy use and rely on a grab ring. If they come out - boy do they come out.
Where should I place my rain shower?
Be wise about the placement of your rain shower head. This comes down to personal preference, but a rain shower head tends to be ceiling mounted and the direction of spray can cover a large area. This means, a person standing in the shower will be directly under the flow of water, the whole time they shower.