Again, there is no set height for the water controls. Take into consideration whether the controls work the tub and shower, since you'll want to mount them lower to accommodate tub users. For shower-only controls, between 36 and 48 inches from the floor is common.Also asked, how high should a shower mixing valve be?
Standard height for the shower valve -- the handle that turns the shower on -- can be roughly waist high, 36 inches above the shower floor, or as high as 48 inches.
Likewise, how high should shower drain be? The drainpipe should come up to about 3/4 to 1 inch below the lip of the shower drain. You may have to put the shower base into place to mark the right height, then remove the pan to cut the pipe.
Also question is, what is the standard height for a shower?
6 feet, 8 inches
Where do you mount a shower valve?
The lower crosspiece, which will hold the shower valve, may be around 50 inches from the floor for a shower enclosure and lower for a bathtub -- just enough to clear the lip of the tub by a few inches. The top crosspiece, which supports the showerhead, may be 76 inches above the floor in a typical installation.
How far above your head should a rain shower be?
When you install a rain shower head, you should place it at least 80 inches above your shower floor. But I found that you should install the rain shower head at least 84 inches above the shower floor, so that you can actually feel as if it is raining onto you as it is placed higher above.Should shower head be centered?
Nothing says that it needs to be perfectly centered, but many people prefer it to be. Bottom line, it's your house, your money. Being over towards the doorway a little makes it easier to turn it on and adjust before you enter the shower.What is a rough in valve for a shower?
The rough-in shower mixer valve is the part of your shower that connects up with the hot and cold water lines in your home. A Shower valve body rough in kit is the brass fixture inside the shower wall where the hot and cold water gets mixed to a comfortable warm temperature, perfect for your morning shower.What height should a shower niche be?
Shower Niche Height The ideal height for a bathtub shower niche sits at chest to eye-level when standing -- a height of around 48 to 60 inches, as this height suits most adults. Set aside a 12-by-24 inch space between studs to hold shampoos, rinses, scrubbers and razors.How high should tile border be in shower?
If the tile is not being carried throughout (meaning tiling the wall or chair rail) then the border should be installed at eye level. Eye level ranges from between 59 and 64 inches. Installing the border in-between these numbers will give you a healthy height.How high should tile go in shower?
6 feet
What is the best height?
So 6′0″ to 6′3″ is the ideal adult male height range, with 6′1″ considered by almost everyone to be ideal/perfect for men. Anything else is way too short for women and other men to consider a positive, or possibly 'too tall' for women under 5'7″.Does a shower drain need a vent?
Everyone knows that every toilet, bathtub, sink, shower, etc. will have a drain to carry the water away to sewage treatment, or your septic. Whether you're putting in a tub, toilet, sink, or floor drain, they all need a plumbing vent on the drain to make it work properly.What size of drain is required for a washing machine?
2 inches
What is the proper slope for a shower pan?
about 4 percent
How thick should a mortar bed for a shower be?
2-3 inches
What can I use for a shower floor?
Almost any natural stone can be used for a shower floor as long as the stone is properly sealed. Good choices include marble, granite, onyx, travertine, and sandstone.What is the thickness of shower tile?
Most ceramic tiles are between 1/4 inch to 5/16th inch thick, in modern construction they are glued to water resistant gypsum board 5/8 inch thick, or 1/2 inch thick cement board. 
