Shower supply size question

Discussion in 'Plumbing Forum, Professional & DIY Advice' started by reglilly, Apr 8, 2009.

  1. reglilly

    reglilly New Member

    Joined:
    Apr 7, 2009
    Occupation:
    philosopher
    Location:
    Saratoga Springs, NY
    Hi - This is my first time posting -- I'm sure I'll be back!

    I'm finishing a stubbed-in bathroom with tub, WC, vanity, and a shower that I'd like to have jet sprays and shower head. The 2 jets are 2.5 GPM. The plumbing store salesman said I would need a 3/4" diverter to supply these. The two supply lines are 1/2". Does that mean that I would have to replace the supply lines to the shower with 3/4" (which could be a huge pain depending on how far back the 3/4" line is) or do two 1/2" lines combine to make up the required 3/4"?

    Sorry if this is a stupid question. I'm learning, though!

    Reg
     
    reglilly, Apr 8, 2009
    #1
  2. hj

    hj Moderator & Master Plumber Staff Member

    Joined:
    Aug 31, 2004
    Occupation:
    Plumber
    Location:
    Cave Creek, Arizona
    shower

    No. Your piping will work fine for that purpose.
     
    hj, Apr 8, 2009
    #2
  3. Sponsor

    Sponsor Paid Advertisement

     
Similar Threads: Shower supply
Forum Title Date
Plumbing Forum, Professional & DIY Advice Moving water supply lines for shower near external wall Apr 4, 2017
Plumbing Forum, Professional & DIY Advice Shower - Plumbing Moen 3/4 valves with 1/2 inch water supply Aug 23, 2015
Plumbing Forum, Professional & DIY Advice 4 supply lines to shower Jan 21, 2015
Plumbing Forum, Professional & DIY Advice Cold supply from 1" and hot from 3/4" to feed a large spa shower? May 5, 2014
Plumbing Forum, Professional & DIY Advice Advice on how to run supply lines for shower Jan 13, 2013

Share This Page