Kartell K-VIT Kolt Thermostatic Bar Shower – Brushed Nickel (SHO331KBN)

Kartell K-VIT Kolt Thermostatic Bar Shower – Brushed Nickel (SHO331KBN)

The Kartell K-VIT Kolt shower range matches the Kolt brassware — a squared-off body with softly rounded edges. This is the thermostatic bar shower in brushed nickel: an exposed valve that fixes to the wall on standard 150mm centres.

Bar shower or concealed valve?

A bar shower mounts on the surface of the wall and connects to existing pipework, so it's far simpler to fit — usually a direct swap for an old bar valve with no tiling or wall-opening needed. It's the practical choice for a refit.

A concealed valve buries the mechanism for a cleaner look, but must be planned before boarding and tiling.

Will it work with my water pressure?

Kartell rate this for 0.1 to 5 bar, which covers just about every domestic system — gravity-fed with a loft tank at the low end, mains and combi at the high end.

Being straight about the low end: it will operate at 0.1 bar, but a bar shower at that pressure gives a gentle spray rather than a powerful shower. If you're on gravity-fed plumbing and want a proper shower, you need a pump.

Thermostatic, and why that matters

A thermostatic valve holds the temperature you set even if water is drawn elsewhere in the house, and shuts down if the cold supply fails — the safety feature that matters in a family bathroom.

It's a WRAS approved product, meaning it meets the Water Regulations Advisory Scheme standard for materials in contact with drinking water. Some installers and building control officers will ask.

Why brushed nickel

A softer, warmer grey than chrome without the mirror shine — quality metalwork that doesn't dominate, and closer to chrome in temperament than brass, so it should look current for longer. The brushed surface hides water spotting and limescale better than polished chrome. Clean with warm soapy water and a soft cloth; avoid abrasives and limescale remover.

Fitting

Fits standard 150mm centres. Pair it with the Kolt slide rail kit for a complete shower — the hose connects straight to the bar, so no outlet elbow is needed.

Specification

• Code: SHO331KBN
• Brushed nickel finish
• Brass construction
• Thermostatic bar valve, exposed
• 150mm centres
• Suitable for pressures between 0.1 and 5 bar
• WRAS approved
• Weight 1.8kg
• 5 year guarantee (1 year on moving parts)
• Barcode 5055681461492

Downloads

Download the product specification sheet (Word document)