Air Bath

Bathtubs that have small holes and a pump that forces heated air through the system. These baths provide an overall body massage as opposed to specific targeted area massage.

Acrylic

A sheet of solid color acrylic plastic used for shower pans or bathtubs that is vacuum-formed and reinforced to produce a desired shape.

Anti-Scald

A method by which a valve controls the water temperature so the user doesn’t get burned.

Apron

The front extension of a bathtub that runs from the rim to the floor. May also be referred to as a “skirt”.

Body Spray

This is a mini-showerhead that delivers water from a vertical position in the shower. It often targets specific areas of the body and offers a precise therapeutic and invigorating massage.

Centerset Faucet

Sometimes called a four inch center set. This is a one-piece faucet with hot and cold valves set four inches apart, center to center.

Ceramic Discs

Two pieces of ceramic within the valve that open and close to allow volume control.

Chromatherapy

Also referred to as color therapy or light therapy, Chromatherapy uses colors and light to create specific frequencies around the body, through the eyes and retina, to help balance a person’s spiritual, mental, emotional and physical health.

Deck Mount Tub

The deck mount tub is dropped into a platform and does not have any apron or decorative front. The cutout is specific to the tub.

Diverter Valve

This is a valve designed to direct, or re-direct, mixed water to a specific location. It can be used in tubs, showers, sinks and bidets.

Escutcheon Plate

Plate used to cover unused mounting holes on sinks.

Escutcheon Ring

The base of a faucet or accessory where the metal hits the wall or counter.

Farmhouse Sink

Has an exposed decorative front.

Free Standing Tub

This is a stand alone tub with separate feet or a base that rests on the floor.

GPM

Gallons per minute – The amount of water that flows through an outlet, such as a showerhead or a tub spout. Showerheads are regulated to 2.5 GPM.

Patina

A chemical change that causes metal to change color.

Pressure Balance Valve

These valves are designed to compensate for changes in water.pressure, thus keeping the temperature constant.

Rough

Term used to refer to the valves that are installed behind the wall.

Self Rimming Sink

Has a finished lip that rests on top of the counter.

Thermostatic Valve

A type of anti-scald valve that controls the temperature in a shower. Separate volume controls are needed.

Undermount Sink

Mounted to the underside of the counter, eliminating the lip on top of the counter.

Valve

The actual device that mixes the hot and cold water and controls the flow of the water to its desired location. It controls the water temperature and/or volume.

Whirlpool

Bathtubs that are equipped with a motor and jets to move water and air that provides a therapeutic massage experience.

Wide Spread

Faucet Where the spout, hot and cold valves are separate pieces. Most can be installed anywhere between 6” to 16” center to center.