Orchard Wye Thermostatic Square Shower System

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Power showers were developed for homes with very poor water pressure and a gravity-fed water system. They are not suitable for homes with combi-boilers or an unvented hot water tank. The built-in pump speeds up the rate that water flows as it travels down the gravity system, resulting in a shower capable of delivering massaging pulses or a nice hard stream. A power shower takes your electric shower with bad water pressure to the next level. Like an electric shower, there is a control panel mounted to the wall inside the shower. The panel ties into both the hot and cold water lines. It uses a mixer valve to achieve the proper temperature for your shower and then amps up the fun using a water pump. You can still position your shower head and bar wherever you like in the shower enclosure. The type of electric shower can vary by kilowatt rating. A higher kW number means that it can instantly heat more water, improving your shower experience. The lower rating will be less expensive, but will not deliver the same result. Some shower systems demand a minimum of 1.5 bars to work well. You need an accurate measurement before you decide on which shower is right for your home. How Big is Your Hot Water Cylinder? The most common type in Great Britain is the combi-boiler which not only heats the water for your radiators but also heats water for use throughout the home in a single highly efficient unit. These produce good hot water pressure and an endless supply.

Themixer valve is connected to both the hot and cold water service. It can be surface mounted or hidden behind the shower wall leaving only the tap exposed. It does require above average water pressure, but can be used with any type of system including gravity-fed, unvented, and combi-boilers. The manual mixer shower uses no electricity and relies solely on the pressure in the pipes to deliver a pleasant pulsing stream of water. The valve is directly connected to both the hot and cold water supply. It works best in a home with steady water pressure and takes advantage of large quantities of hot water stored in a cylinder or delivered via a combi-boiler. If you have low water pressure from your gravity-fed system you can add a water pump to improve the bathing experience.

Here are a few things to consider when choosing a shower system: The Type of Hot Water System in Your House It’s best to install a digital system when you have open access to the walls behind the shower. Digital showers can be connected to gravity-fed, unvented systems, and combi-boiler hot water delivery. It works with all levels of water pressure, too.

Assuming you don’t have a combi boiler. Do you have enough hot water stored in your cylinder for a nice long shower? A shower that is pressurized at 1.5 bars or higher may use as much as 18 litres of water per minute. If you have a small cylinder sufficient to wash a sink of dishes, you may want to opt for an electric shower able to heat the water at the shower head. Instead of adjusting the mix of hot and cold water each time that you step into the bath, the thermostatic control maintains your preferred setting. It also works to resist sudden temperature changes due to drops in hot or cold pressure. It is a safer option for families with kids or for those that may have trouble jumping out of the way of a scalding stream of water.The control panel on the power shower has one knob for mixing the water temperature, one for turning on the pump, and one for opening the water valves. However, the pump does add some noise to your shower. Yes! It’s time to select the shower system for your bathroom renovation. You get to wander the aisles of your local hardware store and decide which set of taps and head will look best in the new shower enclosure. Since you are adding an electronic control to all the water valves, the cost of a digital shower is typically more expensive compared to a traditional mixer or power shower. You may need to work with an electrician to ensure proper grounding for the unit. An electric shower is one of the most popular kinds of shower systems found throughout the UK. It hooks directly into your cold water supply and then uses an electric heating coil to supply hot water directly to your shower head.

The thermostatic mixer takes the function and performance of a manual mixer valve and sends it to the next level. The Orchard Wye thermostatic square shower system is a modern and stylish shower system designed to elevate shower experience. The system features a gleaming and contemporary design that is perfect for a bathroom. The square-shaped design of the shower system provides a modern and stylish look that is sure to impress.If your gravity-fed system does not have sufficient pressure, the thermostatic mixer shower is also compatible with pumps. You will pay a little bit more for your thermostatic valve, but the reliable performance is worth the added investment.