I purchased this item because it was listed to be a trim kit but did include the valve. The reality is you cant install it without changing out the main valve. SO if you are looking to update the look of you shower (ie you want the trim kit). This will require a full valve replacement behind your shower wall to install. I was very bummed and had to return because we only wanted to reface with the trim kit. We cant change our valve out and our valve is fine but the bronze pieces that go to the handle dont separate from the valve.
Requires a Valve Change
I purchased this item because it was listed to be a trim kit but did include the valve. The reality is you cant install it without changing out the main valve. SO if you are looking to update the look of you shower (ie you want the trim kit). This will require a full valve replacement behind your shower wall to install. I was very bummed and had to return because we only wanted to reface with the trim kit. We cant change our valve out and our valve is fine but the bronze pieces that go to the handle dont separate from the valve.