Check behind the shower handle at the center of the trim plate to find the manufacturer symbol or brand name. “K” is for Kohler, “M” for Moen while Price PfisterPrice PfisterPfister, formerly called Price Pfister until 2010, is a manufacturer of bathroom and lavatory faucets, shower systems, showerheads, and accessories and kitchen faucets and other plumbing fixtures.https://en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Pfister_(firm)Pfister (firm) - Wikipedia, Delta and American Standard have their full names on the faucet.
Can I replace a shower valve myself?
Shower valves can get damaged, you have to get a replacement immediately to prevent water from leaking out completely. ... A plumber can do a quick fix, but taking some easy steps to replace the shower valve yourself isn't a bad idea. It is a way to save money and gain useful skills at the same time.
How do you replace a shower diverter stem?
- Loosen the screw on the handle.
- Unscrew and remove the handle. ...
- Remove the sleeve over the diverter. ...
- Remove the diverter using a socket wrench. ...
- Unscrew the set screw. ...
- Unscrew spigot from the wall.
How do I identify a faucet stem?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z3ENUCsDBPs
How do I know what faucet stem to Buy?
- It is easiest for us to identify your stem or handle needs by measuring your stem from the left where the washer is attached to the right where the handle fits on the knurled end (The Broached end).
- Broached ends are unique by manufacturer and is critical when identifying your stem or cartridge.
How do you identify a stem?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aW-k7mOxsT4
What is the difference between a stem and a cartridge?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pvsJaGBzvtY
How do I know what shower stem I have?
If you want to know how to identify the shower valve manufacturer, check behind the shower handle at the center of the trim plate for the manufacturer's symbol or brand name.