{"product_id":"kartell-k-vit-nero-round-concealed-thermostatic-shower-valve-with-diverter-matt-black-sho046nr","title":"Kartell K-VIT Nero Round Concealed Thermostatic Shower Valve with Diverter – Matt Black (SHO046NR)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Kartell K-VIT \u003cstrong\u003eNero Round\u003c\/strong\u003e range is matt black metalwork with soft, rounded forms. This is the \u003cstrong\u003econcealed thermostatic shower valve with diverter\u003c\/strong\u003e — the two-outlet version.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat the diverter gives you\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo outlets and a control to switch between them — typically a \u003cstrong\u003efixed overhead head\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003eslide rail kit with handset\u003c\/strong\u003e. Rainfall for showering, handset for rinsing, washing hair and cleaning the enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThat's what most people want in a main bathroom. If you only need one outlet, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kartell-k-vit-nero-round-concealed-thermostatic-shower-valve-matt-black-sho045nr\"\u003esingle outlet valve\u003c\/a\u003e costs less — but adding a second outlet later means opening the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThis has to be planned before you tile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA concealed valve buries the mechanism in the wall, leaving only the control plate on show. \u003cstrong\u003eThe valve body must be set at the right depth and height before boarding and tiling.\u003c\/strong\u003e A stud wall needs noggins to fix to; a solid wall needs chasing out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKartell supply fitting instructions as well as a data sheet, both linked below.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThermostatic and WRAS approved\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHolds the temperature you set even if water is drawn elsewhere in the house, and shuts down if the cold supply fails.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's a \u003cstrong\u003eWRAS approved\u003c\/strong\u003e product, meeting the Water Regulations Advisory Scheme standard for materials in contact with drinking water — something installers and building control officers ask about.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLiving with matt black\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatt black shows limescale and water spotting more than chrome\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a shower valve sits in the wettest place in the house. Wipe it dry after use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNever use abrasive cleaners or limescale remover\u003c\/strong\u003e — the finish is a coating rather than plating and harsh chemicals will strip it. Warm soapy water and a soft cloth only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat else you'll need\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe valve is the control only. For a two-outlet setup you'll want the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kartell-k-vit-nero-round-wall-mounted-fixed-head-arm-matt-black-sho055nr\"\u003efixed head and arm\u003c\/a\u003e plus either the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kartell-k-vit-nero-round-slide-rail-kit-matt-black-sho057nr\"\u003eslide rail kit\u003c\/a\u003e with a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kartell-k-vit-nero-round-shower-outlet-elbow-matt-black-sho088nr\"\u003eround outlet elbow\u003c\/a\u003e, or the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kartell-k-vit-nero-round-outlet-elbow-with-wall-bracket-and-handset-matt-black-sho107nr\"\u003eoutlet elbow with wall bracket and handset\u003c\/a\u003e, which combines outlet and handset in one piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode: SHO046NR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatt black finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcealed thermostatic valve, two outlets with diverter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWRAS approved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight 2.5kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 year guarantee (1 year on moving parts)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarcode 5055681437831\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kartelluk-my.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/g\/personal\/erp_kartelluk_onmicrosoft_com\/ESeBnL4oKu1EotMb1655VdQBuH98pKJ58gYxJ35y0fEQcw?download=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDownload the technical data sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kartelluk-my.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/g\/personal\/erp_kartelluk_onmicrosoft_com\/EUfxFD3nxStMhy8eZrPFP0oB0GgxSc4w4OgzMXkhkRkB8Q?download=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDownload the fitting instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kartell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57215807750470,"sku":"SHO046NR","price":134.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/7273\/6838\/files\/SHO046NR.png?v=1787917600","url":"https:\/\/www.keywestbathrooms.co.uk\/products\/kartell-k-vit-nero-round-concealed-thermostatic-shower-valve-with-diverter-matt-black-sho046nr","provider":"Key West Bathrooms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}