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Recommended extras
Hand-picked recommendations to go alongside this product
Features:
- Exposed thermostatic bar shower valve, ideal for installing in showers once tiles have been laid
- Thermostatic valve maintains a consistent water temperature, protecting you from sudden hot or cold surges
- Simple, precise control thanks to the two levers - one adjusts the water temperature and the other controls water flow
- High quality ceramic disc technology prevents any unwanted leaks or drips
- Innovative and stylish fluted leverless handle design provides effortless operation
- Crafted from brass, known for its durability and dependability
- Minimum 1 bar water pressure
- Designed to complement the Vado Safari Collection
- Supplied with 3/4” easy-fit brackets for secure installation and straightforward alignment
- Shower head and shower handset sold separately, please see our recommended extras
- 15 year manufacturer’s guarantee for Chrome, 10 year manufacturer’s guarantee for Matt Black, Pewter, and Satin Brass
 Installation Instructions
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| Product Code | vado-safari-lvrlss-ex-bar-vlv-pv |
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| Type | Exposed Shower Valves |
| Brand | Vado |
| Brand Range | Vado Safari |
| GuaranteeMore information | Various |
Guarantee
Please note that these guarantees are provided by the manufacturer, and will be subject to individual exclusions, exceptions, and terms and conditions, for example avoiding abrasive bleach-based cleaning products.
If you need further info about a specific manufacturer's guarantee, please contact our team.
| Cartridge TypeMore information | Ceramic Disc |
|---|---|
| Number of OutletsMore information | 1 Outlet |
| Material | Brass |
| Temperature Control | Thermostatic |
Taps use either a ceramic disc cartridge or a rubber compression washer to control flow. Rubber washers will naturally wear down with use, and the tap handle will require more and more rotations to turn on or off. On the plus side, it's very easy to replace a rubber washer and they're available everywhere.
Ceramic disc cartridges need only a 90-degree rotation to fully open or close, and the 2 ceramic plates are incredibly hard-wearing and resilient. They're more expensive to make, but they allow for a huge range of designs, easy operation and simple maintenance if needed.
Whilst it is rare for a ceramic cartridge to need replacing, you may very occasionally need to remove and rinse the cartridge if grit or debris within the water system is preventing the 2 plates from closing properly. Much like replacing a rubber washer, this is a quick and easy job, and will ensure many years of use.
This indicates how many water outlets you can pair with your shower valves. Choosing valves with more outlets will give you flexibility over the number of products you can add to your shower.
Each outlet from your shower valve will divert water to the section of your shower that needs it, so each extra outlet allows you to add another product. For example: with 1 outlet you could have just a fixed shower head. 2 outlets will allow you to have a fixed shower head and shower handset. 3 will allow both of these with the addition of a body jet.
| Shape | Round |
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| Mounting Type | Wall Mounted |
| Style | Modern |
| Handle Type | Dual Control, Round |
| Finish Texture | Select an option first |
| Finish | Select an option first |
| Width (mm) | 289 |
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| Height (mm) | 62 |
| Depth (mm) | 94 |
| Projection (mm) | 94 |
| Pipe Centres (mm)More information | 150 |
This is the distance between the centre of the two pipe inlets on your radiator or towel rail. This figure is an indication of where the two pipes for your radiator will need to go and can be helpful if you want to install a radiator using your existing pipes.
| Minimum Water PressureMore information | 1 |
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Your water pressure depends on your home's water system. It’s important to consider water pressure when buying a new tap or shower. Buying a product with a minimum water pressure that’s too high for your home will result in poor performance.
- With a combi boiler you can usually expect between 1 and 2 bar
- With a gravity system (cold water tank in attic) you may have as little as 0.1 or 0.2 bar upstairs, and perhaps 0.5 bar downstairs
- With a high pressure unvented system (hot water cylinder, no cold water tank) you will generally have between 1 and 3 bar
You can install an item with a low minimum pressure rating on a high pressure system, but avoid installing an item with a high minimum rating on a low pressure system! Read our guide to water pressure to learn more.
