Style and polish are typically what sell
tub and shower mixer valves; those are
things the customer can see and touch.
But some homeowners are also beginning
to ask questions about other factors
—durability, repairability, safety,
and convenience. It pays to know
enough to answer these questions, and
it can often result in your clients choosing
a fixture that benefits you and your
plumber as well.
All That Glitters
The number of designs available is
mind boggling. In April, I attended the
National Kitchen and Bath Industry
Show sponsored by the NKBA
(National Kitchen & Bath Association)
in Chicago; I had no idea there
were so many ways to get water into a
shower or bath. Many of the