{"product_id":"kartell-k-vit-kolt-thermostatic-bar-shower-brushed-nickel-sho331kbn","title":"Kartell K-VIT Kolt Thermostatic Bar Shower – Brushed Nickel (SHO331KBN)","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKartell K-VIT Kolt Thermostatic Bar Shower – Brushed Nickel (SHO331KBN)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kartell K-VIT \u003cstrong\u003eKolt\u003c\/strong\u003e shower range matches the Kolt brassware — a squared-off body with softly rounded edges. This is the \u003cstrong\u003ethermostatic bar shower\u003c\/strong\u003e in brushed nickel: an exposed valve that fixes to the wall on standard 150mm centres.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBar shower or concealed valve?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003ebar shower\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kartell-k-vit-kolt-concealed-shower-valve-single-outlet-brushed-nickel-sho333kbn\"\u003econcealed valve\u003c\/a\u003e buries the mechanism for a cleaner look, but must be planned before boarding and tiling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it work with my water pressure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKartell rate this for \u003cstrong\u003e0.1 to 5 bar\u003c\/strong\u003e, which covers just about every domestic system — gravity-fed with a loft tank at the low end, mains and combi at the high end.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeing straight about the low end: it will \u003cem\u003eoperate\u003c\/em\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThermostatic, and why that matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's a \u003cstrong\u003eWRAS approved\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy brushed nickel\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitting\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits \u003cstrong\u003estandard 150mm centres\u003c\/strong\u003e. Pair it with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kartell-k-vit-kolt-slide-rail-kit-brushed-nickel-sho332kbn\"\u003eKolt slide rail kit\u003c\/a\u003e for a complete shower — the hose connects straight to the bar, so no outlet elbow is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode: SHO331KBN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrushed nickel finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThermostatic bar valve, exposed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e150mm centres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for pressures between 0.1 and 5 bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWRAS approved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight 1.8kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 year guarantee (1 year on moving parts)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarcode 5055681461492\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kartelluk-my.sharepoint.com\/:w:\/g\/personal\/erp_kartelluk_onmicrosoft_com\/EftoGGSxbsxJl7o7jtLyqEoBnXRed1LHxTxRWWT5noVeSQ?download=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDownload the product specification sheet (Word document)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kartell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55211120460102,"sku":"SHO331KBN","price":96.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/7273\/6838\/files\/SHO331KBN.png?v=1759760385","url":"https:\/\/www.keywestbathrooms.co.uk\/products\/kartell-k-vit-kolt-thermostatic-bar-shower-brushed-nickel-sho331kbn","provider":"Key West Bathrooms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}