Tag: shower controls

Kallista’s Central Park West Collection

Kallista's Central Park West Shower

Kallista brassware is a remarkable collection of architectural finishes.  Back in 2013, Kallista announced that Robert A.M. Stern Architects had specified it in several residential developments. Designed by Kallista’s studio in New York City and produced by hand in Switzerland, the Central Park West Collection highlights the architect’s signature aesthetic while offering broad appeal and enduring performance. Fittingly named after the location of each home, this exclusive and seamless collection perfectly captures the essence of Kallista’s renowned contemporary design character.

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Artos Classic Shower Sets

Artos bathroom products

European in origin and influence, Artos Design has come to satisfy thousands of American customers since merging with all-American family distributor Westover Company in 2005. While Artos specializes in customizable and individualized faucets and shower systems, they are also well known for their versatile collection of state-of-the-art towel-warming racks and smaller handheld bathroom accessories.

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Convert Your Tub Space to a Shower — The Fixture Shopping Phase

Before you shop for shower fixtures, it’s important to understand the basics of shower controls. What options are there? What will fit your space and budget best?

There are three basic systems for controlling the water temperature and flow rates:

  • Simple single levers or knobs that control both water temperature and flow
  • Combination temperature controls, which can include two or even three extra fixtures
  • A separate thermostatic control valve (temperature only) and flow valve (volume only)

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