How do I find out what brand my shower cartridge is?

Easiest of all is when it says the brand name right on the faucet face. But you should also look at the bottom of the faucet, on the handles or on the round plate behind the handles. If you find a brand name, go to the manufacturer’s website and call the contact number for assistance.

When did I replace the thermostatic cartridge in my shower?

I need to replace a thermostatic cartridge in a shower valve, but cannot identify the make/part number. The bathroom was fitted back in 2003, and I understood it to be an Ideal Standard shower, however I have recently heard from them that it isn’t one of theirs.

Can you use an off brand shower valve?

Yes. Due to the way that shower faucets are designed, you cannot use an off-brand cartridge valve. If you try, you’re going to find out that it won’t fit and you’ll need to return it. (No, it has nothing to do with your shower dimensions.

How can I find out which Moen valve I Need?

The right cartridge valve depends on what year you bought your shower as well as the model number of the shower faucet. Moen has a site and a tool that can help you determine which valve you need, if you are unable to find out which cartridge valve is the correct one for you. It’s easy to see why buying a cartridge valve can be a daunting task.

How to determine the shower faucet type Hunker?

Assess the faucet and determine how many handles it has. If it is has two handles, it is a double-handle faucet. If it has one handle, it is a single-handle faucet. If the faucet has three handles, it is a rare three-handle model. If there are no handles but a series of buttons on a large panel, the faucet is a panel shower.

How can I identify the model number of my shower valve?

To identify the model number of your shower valve, first remove the trim, or handle and decorative plate. This allows you to expose the valve for proper identification. For assistance with removing the trim, refer to “Identify and Remove Single-Control Bath and Shower Trim”.

How to identify the correct shower faucet and cartridge type?

Using a faucet cartridge identification (chart). Shower or sink faucet. You can identify your faucet’s brand by looking for a mark that indicates who made it. It will be engraved, printed, or laser-etched. Some of the most common brands include: Replacing parts of a faucet. What Kind of Shower Faucet Do I Have?