Fixing STARBATH Shower Valve Installed Too Deep or Too Shallow Problem

When installing a shower system, the depth at which the shower valve is installed is one of the important factors that determine the shower experience. If the shower valve is installed too deep or too shallow, it will not only affect the normal use of the shower system, but may also cause problems such as poor water flow. STARBATH will provide solutions for the situation where the STARBATH shower valve is installed too deep or too shallow, helping you to easily fix these problems at home.

The Shower Valve Installed Too Deep

1. Possible Problems

• Problem 1: The Shower System Cannot be Used Normally

When the shower valve is installed too deep, the water wheel and handle position may not be connected to the shower valve body and water distributor normally, causing the shower system to not work properly.

• Problem 2: The Water Volume Becomes Smaller

If the shower valve is installed too deep, the switch position of the handle may touch the shower valve panel and cannot be fully opened, which will cause the shower water flow to decrease and affect the comfort of the shower.

2. Solution

• Solution 1: Use a Shower Valve Extension

If the installation depth is between 0 - 1.18 inches (0 - 3 cm), you can use a shower valve extension to fix the problem.

PS：However, this method is only for customers who have purchased the STARBATH SBS03F series shower set. If you are not using a STARBATH shower system, the STARBATH shower valve extension may not be compatible with your shower system. Please do not purchase our shower valve extension.

Here is the video about "Fixing a Shower Valve Installation Too Deep or Too Shallow", it explains solutions for shower valves that are installed too deep or too shallow, and shows how to install a shower valve extension. Hope this video is helpful.

• Solution 2: Reinstall the Shower Valve

If the installation depth exceeds 1.18 inches (3 cm), the shower valve extension will not solve the problem. In this case, you may need to reinstall the shower valve to ensure that the system operates properly.

The Shower Valve Installed Too Shallow

When the shower valve is installed too shallow, the solution can be divided into two situations:

Solution 1: Cut the Shower Valve or Customize the Shower Valve Panel with Folded Edges

If the shower valve is installed too shallow and the protruding part is not much, you can consider cutting off the protruding transparent plastic part of the shower valve to keep the shower valve and the tile at the same level.

If the shower valve is still too shallow after cutting and the protruding part is less than 0.39 inches (1 cm), you can contact us to customize the shower valve panel with folded edges. This panel can effectively make up for the problem of the shower valve being installed too shallow and make the overall appearance more beautiful.

PS: It should be noted that the customized shower valve panel with folded edges is only suitable for the shower valve that is still installed too shallow and the protruding size is less than 0.39 inches (1 cm) after cutting off the plastic part of the shower valve. If it exceeds this size, it cannot be customized.

Solution 2: Reinstall the Shower Valve

If the above method cannot solve the problem of the shower valve being installed too shallow, it is recommended that you remove the shower valve and reinstall it at the correct depth. This will ensure that the shower system can operate normally and avoid other problems caused by improper installation depth.

In Conclusion

With the above solutions, you can easily deal with the problem of the shower valve being installed too deep or too shallow, ensuring that your shower system can operate normally and provide you with an ideal shower experience. If you encounter difficulties during operation, it is recommended to contact a professional plumber for processing.

Warm Tip: The above methods only apply to the situation where the STARBATH shower valve is installed at the incorrect depth. If your rain shower system is not a STARBATH brand, we cannot guarantee that these solutions will work for your shower system, as the structure of shower products from different brands may vary.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at sale@starbathus.com.