1, 2 or 3-way shower system?

plumb1_2

Think the Op has answered their own questions 

proformance

plumb1_2 said:

Think the Op has answered their own questions 

Only through talking it through, mind! I'mlearning .

I would summarise as this:

In the context of replacing (whilst improving on) my current setup, like-for-like (in terms of outlets):

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Two options:

1) 2-way thermostatic valve (controlling the two shower units (handheld + rainfall))
Pros:
- Potentially less complex to install (and possibly) maintain (although, not sure how true this is)
- Offers a fail-safe bathing option by way of baths, if the 2-way valve conks out
- Aesthetically (albeit subjectively) more pleasing on the eyes (less fiddly)
Cons:
- Still need to reach around the shower screen to turn faucet off/on (based on outlets in the same positions)

2) 3-way thermostatic valve (controlling the two shower units (handheld + rainfall) + bath faucet)
Pros:
- Adjust all outlets from one control
- No more reaching around the shower screen to access facuet (or anything else)
Cons:
- Slightly more fiddly to adjust
- Single point of failure if the valve goes, then no more ashing until it is fixed
- Potentially more complex to install (and possibly) maintain (although, not sure how true this is)

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So, based on the volume of pros vs cons, the 2-way valve setup has the win.

Any last miute naysayers, speak now!

Also, per my other question - if you had to splurge on the valve vs the outlets (taps, showers etc), which would you choose? Assume they can be diff brands?

WIAWSNB

proformance said:

plumb1_2 said:

Think the Op has answered their own questions 

Only through talking it through, mind! I'mlearning .

I would summarise as this:

In the context of replacing (whilst improving on) my current setup, like-for-like (in terms of outlets):

---------------------------
Two options:

1) 2-way thermostatic valve (controlling the two shower units (handheld + rainfall))
Pros:
- Potentially less complex to install (and possibly) maintain (although, not sure how true this is)
- Offers a fail-safe bathing option by way of baths, if the 2-way valve conks out
- Aesthetically (albeit subjectively) more pleasing on the eyes (less fiddly)
Cons:
- Still need to reach around the shower screen to turn faucet off/on (based on outlets in the same positions)

2) 3-way thermostatic valve (controlling the two shower units (handheld + rainfall) + bath faucet)
Pros:
- Adjust all outlets from one control
- No more reaching around the shower screen to access facuet (or anything else)
Cons:
- Slightly more fiddly to adjust
- Single point of failure if the valve goes, then no more ashing until it is fixed
- Potentially more complex to install (and possibly) maintain (although, not sure how true this is)

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So, based on the volume of pros vs cons, the 2-way valve setup has the win.

Any last miute naysayers, speak now!

Also, per my other question - if you had to splurge on the valve vs the outlets (taps, showers etc), which would you choose? Assume they can be diff brands?

Good summation.
And the correct choice is - what you want.
It strikes me that a 3-way system is going to be complex. But prove me wrong - link to one :-)
If not getting your hand wet is a Biggie, then go WiFi digital...