{"product_id":"kartell-k-vit-nero-square-concealed-thermostatic-shower-valve-with-diverter-matt-black-sho049ns","title":"Kartell K-VIT Nero Square Concealed Thermostatic Shower Valve with Diverter – Matt Black (SHO049NS)","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKartell K-VIT Nero Square Concealed Thermostatic Shower Valve with Diverter – Matt Black (SHO049NS)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kartell K-VIT \u003cstrong\u003eNero Square\u003c\/strong\u003e range is matt black metalwork with crisp, angular forms — the shower side of the Nero Square brassware. 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\u003eA diverter lets you run \u003cstrong\u003etwo outlets from one valve and switch between them\u003c\/strong\u003e — typically a fixed overhead drencher and a handset on a slide rail. One control for temperature, a second to choose where the water goes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you only ever want a single outlet, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kartell-k-vit-nero-square-concealed-thermostatic-shower-valve-matt-black-sho047ns\"\u003esingle outlet valve\u003c\/a\u003e costs less. But adding a second outlet later means opening the wall again, so it is worth deciding properly now.\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 the wall is boarded and tiled.\u003c\/strong\u003e Too deep and the plate won't sit flush; too shallow and it stands proud.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA stud wall needs noggins to fix to; a solid wall needs chasing out. Worth reading the data sheet, linked below, before the plasterer arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThermostatic and WRAS approved\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 also a \u003cstrong\u003eWRAS approved\u003c\/strong\u003e product, meeting the Water Regulations Advisory Scheme standard for materials in contact with drinking water. Installers and building control officers do ask.\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 to keep it sharp.\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 dull or 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 shower you'll want the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kartell-k-vit-nero-square-wall-mounted-fixed-head-arm-matt-black-sho056ns\"\u003eNero Square fixed head and arm\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kartell-k-vit-nero-square-slide-rail-kit-matt-black-sho058ns\"\u003eNero Square slide rail kit\u003c\/a\u003e, plus a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kartell-k-vit-nero-square-outlet-elbow-matt-black-sho089ns\"\u003esquare outlet elbow\u003c\/a\u003e to feed the handset.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode: SHO049NS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatt black finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcealed thermostatic valve with diverter, two outlets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWRAS approved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight 2.6kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 year guarantee (1 year on moving parts)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarcode 5055681437855\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\/EZq9lVLkIp9LlzeMnm1p_OIBGMWYfStHtEk4MJejwHU9eQ?download=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDownload the technical data sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kartell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57402592723270,"sku":"SHO049NS","price":122.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/7273\/6838\/files\/SHO049NS_Nero_Square_Concealed_Thermostatic_Valve_with_Diverter_Matt_Black.png?v=1789722876","url":"https:\/\/www.keywestbathrooms.co.uk\/products\/kartell-k-vit-nero-square-concealed-thermostatic-shower-valve-with-diverter-matt-black-sho049ns","provider":"Key West Bathrooms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}