Shower is water that is sprayed over someone. Plumbing is the fixtures and piping that supplies water in a building. Shower plumbing would be the fixtures that spray water in a bathtub/shower stall.
Yes, American Bath and Shower, or American Standard, is an American company. Founded in 1872 and headquartered in Piscataway, New Jersey, they specialize in manufacturing plumbing fixtures.
Moen, a plumbing supply company, has a faceplate the covers the previous holes for a double stem tub and shower valve that can be used on their single handle faucets. Google Moen faucets and look through their website or ask at your local plumbing or hardware company. Moen part # 1920
You can purchase a massaging shower head unit on the following website: http://www.waterpik.com/shower-head/. They have a great selection.
"Shower plumbing will vary greatly in cost depending on wether you are installing a new shower system, refurbishing an older system, planning to add upgraded features and fixtures, and if there will be tiling involved."
form_title=Shower Installation form_header=10813 What changes are going to be included with this shower installation?*= () Replace or move existing shower () Install a new shower (No existing shower) Plumbing fixtures*= () Yes - I plan to install new plumbing fixtures () No - I do not plan to install new plumbing fixtures Would this particular project be a part from a larger remodel?*= () Yes () No Tile*= () Yes - I plan to install new tile () No - I do not plan to install new tile Can you specify the type of shower you want installed?*= () Free-standing shower () Steam shower () Shower / tub combo () Dual shower
You can find a repair guide for the plumbing of a shower on the following site: http://homerepair.about.com/od/plumbingrepair/Plumbing_Repair_DIY_Tips_and_StepByStep_Guides.htm. It is a very helpful resource.
Showers and bathrooms are available from a number of retailers, including most large DIY chain stores. Some stores will even have an in-house designer who can bring your ideas to life.
Electricity is generally not involved in a plumbing project, unless you plan to install recessed lighting over the shower area. For the most part, plumbing and wiring are kept separate.
"It depends on what parts for shower plumbing you are searching for, but yes Home Depot will probably have the parts you are searching for. If not available there you can also try looking in Loewes or Bed Bath and Beyond"
Anything connected to water pipes. Sink, faucet, toilet, shower and controls.
You can buy an adapter for that in good plumbing stores, about $5.