DIY How to Replace Shower Faucet Trim Plate and Handle [Moen]

Parts used in this video: DANCO Tub/Shower Trim Kit for Moen, Brushed Nickel: amzn.to/2H7nq5A
DANCO Tub Spout, Pull Up Diverter, 6 Inches, Brushed Nickel: amzn.to/2RCyg7q
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In this shower plate installation video we show yo how to replace shower faucet trim for a Moen shower plate. This install turns out to have a Moen shower valve. These concepts work on most shower trim kit installations, for example on Delta faucets, and Delta Trim kits, but the parts shown here are from an old Moen Chateau series.
The first part of your DIY bathroom renovation shower faucet repair is the shower faucet removal of the old Moen shower plate, or your Delta faucet and Delta trim kit.
Moen shower plate replacement
First and foremost, cut off the water supply first, and make sure no water comes out of the pipes when turning on the faucet to test. Then you can start with the shower faucet removal. This is also a great shower faucet repair to make if you have a shower faucet knob loose. This should always be Step #1 in any shower plate installation. Remember this whether you have a Delta Trim Kit or a Moen trim kit shower plate.
shower escutcheon replacement
Once the water is turned off to the bathroom shower, pop the plastic cap off the front of the single knob shower faucet and unscrew the retaining screw in the middle of the shower faucet knob. Once this is done, pull off the single knob shower faucet.
Continue with shower faucet removal
Once the shower faucet knob is removed, then remove the shower faucet plate cover, also known as a shower escutcheon plate, usually held in place by 2 screws.
Once the Moen shower plate has been removed, you can then pull out the old Moen shower valve, by pulling up on the horseshoe shaped retaining clip, and pulling it right out of the top of the shower valve sleeve.
replace shower faucet trim
DO NOT Pull that clip until the water is shut off, or you will gush full pressure water, and become on of those KZbin plumbing fail videos. Shower escutcheon replacement requires paying close attention to the water, and knowing at all times if it is on or off, and knowing if you are about to do will cause a deluge of water.
As part of your DIY Moen shower faucet replacement project, take your old Moen shower valve to Home Depot, and get a match for a brand new replacement Moen shower valve.
New shower faucet install
As part of your new shower faucet install, replace the new Moen shower valve and slide the retaining clip back into place. Slide in the new sleeve, and if you go with the modern metal handle instead of the older style plastic shower knob replacement, you first attach the correct adapter weight, then attach the new handle with the set screw and Allen wrench.
Shower plate installation
The next part of your DIY bathroom renovation project and shower faucet replacement is the Shower plate installation, where you screw into place the new Moen shower escutcheon plate. With that, your shower escutcheon plate replacement is complete. You have now successfully completed your Moen shower plate replacement.
Don't forget when you complete your shower escutcheon replacement, be sure to place a bead of silicone caulk around the shower escutcheon plate, but leave about the bottom 1" at the 6 O'Clock position un-caulked, so that any water that might get behind the shower escutcheon plate has a way to exit out.
The shower faucet repair is now complete
Now you are ready to perform your own DIY Moen shower faucet replacement and faucet trim kit installation. Now you can help yours replace shower faucet trim kits in the bathroom shower renovation.

[@jeffostroff]

Parts used in this video: DANCO Tub/Shower Trim Kit for Moen, Brushed Nickel: amzn.to/2H7nq5A DANCO Tub Spout, Pull Up Diverter, 6 Inches, Brushed Nickel: amzn.to/2RCyg7q

[@Diana.Prince]

Hi Jeff, I bought an older home and I want to change the shower faucet and tub spout. Do I have to stay with the same brand because of what you pointed out, the proprietary nature of the trim sets?

[@reneehuff3084]

I just found you, and KNEW MY HUSBAND WAS WRONG! Thanks for showing him that we don’t have to demolish the wall for new faucet!

[@jeffostroff]

@@reneehuff3084 glad to help renee

[@geoffreymaher7169]

@@reneehuff3084 Same! We don't want to mess with the tile in any way, and one contractor said we'd need to cut a hole behind the opposite wall to get at the valve. This video saved my wall and hundreds of dollars.

[@rogerhuff2602]

I really appreciate you pointing out the error of previous caulking. As a DIY guy, I would never have known to leave the underside free of caulking

[@jeffostroff]

Yes, the counter-intuitive stuff is always important.

[@banon6531]

I can’t seem to find what he’s talking about, but do you not caulk the entire thing plate?

[@courtlandmiller]

@@banon6531 8:11

[@banon6531]

@@courtlandmiller thank you!

[@tiennhuynh28]

Definitely good tip!

[@MidnightHeartbreaker]

Jeff, you just saved me a lot of heartache and headaches. We're trying to do a shower reno. We like our existing shower head as it is new, but we wanted to change the faucet trim and handle because it definitely hasn't been changed since the 1980s. We had no idea that in order to change this, the faucets come with a valve uniquely designed to fit it. There was some miscommunication and misunderstandings around what we wanted and we missed our opportunity to change the valve when the wall was open and all the pipe work was being done. I was feeling so despondent. I was about to have a brand spanking new shower and going to be stuck with an ugly faucet from the 1980s! I looked up shower trims to see if I could at least change the plate if not the handle and low and behold I came across this video. I may not get the exact faucet I want but this is a million times better than what I was about to end up with. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU for making this video!

[@jeffostroff]

yes we have done just the face lift a few times and it does make it look better

[@mawoo42]

Man. I was stumped on how to take my trim and spout off. Super old, probably from the 80s. This video showed me the light.. Thank you sooo much. You rock! (Very similar to American Standard brand)

[@jeffostroff]

Awesome, glad to help out, and thanks for watching our video.

[@ginapeak8723]

I sincerely appreciate how thorough you were! You’re a great teacher! My bathroom really could use a total gut and redo but I just can’t do that right now. This will solve my issue and make things better for now.

[@jeffostroff]

yes just changing the hardware and removing the old caulk out of tile corners and running new white silicone makes all the world of difference

[@Hopespringseternal]

Thank you! Going to change out my folks in their new, built in 1990, condo. You gave me the confidence to go for it. Such great info! And I involuntarily started bopping to the music ☺️ Great job and very much appreciated!

[@enriquesanchez2001]

JEFF - YOU are the BEST TEACHER... - No quick and dirty solutions that never work out. YOU give the advice we NEED. MUCH appreciated! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jeffostroff]

Glad to help

[@swisschoco25]

So my moms shower faucet is JUST LIKE THIS. My moms house was built in the 60's so I'm helping her to "modernize" her house since I'm living with her now. Trying to upgrade older houses is a challenge and there aren't many videos on KZbin to help. Thank you for this video because now I dont have to call a plumber just to achieve a more modern look for her bathroom.

[@jeffostroff]

thanks for watching Stephanie, glad to help out

[@evelynvalladares5012]

I like how Jeff’s voice lowers when describing the smell of smoke coming from the neighbors unit. Jeff is very considerate.

[@carlosdiscounts1407]

Great video, really appreciated the clear well lit camera angle behind the faucet of the 4 pipes intersecting in the middle where it mixes and comes out. Family's piping from the 80s is like that and helps understand what the plumber needs to do to make it more modern.

[@jeffostroff]

Glad you liked it!

[@MTXSHO9732vV8SHO]

The Guy at Loew's wasn't trying to be much help yesterday. I should've got in KZbin first and looked for a video like this. That way, i could've bought the right stem while I was there buying mulch. I don't like figuring things out and thanks to this video I won't have to. Thank You.

[@jeffostroff]

Awesome glad to help out

[@ashhall4681]

I always come to KZbin first. If I can do it myself I certainly will, I only call in reinforcements if necessary

[@savelikeaprowithleah5157]

Super informative! Thanks for sharing!

[@JB-hb9mi]

JEFF!!! This was sooooo HELPFUL! I had that exact notch, and had no idea I needed to shop around the notch for Moen. Returning my Kohler faucet handle now... THANK YOU!!!

[@jeffostroff]

Glad it helped!

[@michelledebellis6918]

Jeff you made a impossible possible! and so easy thank you for the tips and parts I ordered from your site and everything went smooth as ice.

[@peterscherer2355]

I was pretty sure Charlie Sheen was narrating this video… made it that much better!

[@jruan8]

Solid video all around. Much appreciate the details and recommendations/advice!

[@jeffostroff]

Glad to help Jorge, thanks for watching

[@amoreenahoeffler7106]

This video was perfect for my husband and I. I happened to buy before watching and turns out I bought the same kit you did but in black. Thank you for posting and for the tip about caulk at the bottom! That was helpful!

[@jeffostroff]

Awesome, glad to help out!

[@Roberturban78]

I needed to change my guest's bathroom out and found your video as a guide. Perfect advice- thanks for the help.

[@dg4053]

Love videos like this STRAIGHT TO THE POINT yet very informative still.

[@jeffostroff]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!

[@richnarin]

THANK YOU, just...THANK YOU!!! Love the detail and the tips along with the installation. My God this was eye opening...did I say THANK YOU!

[@moreno4u]

Great videos sir! I haven't even bought my parts, but now I have a better idea what's coming ahead.

[@jeffostroff]

Awesome I hope it works out for you in don't forget to apply silicone afterwards to seal the round the top and sides of the plate.

[@Phyl625]

I wanted to thank you for pointing out the model of this shower faucet. I am in the process of a mini remodel of by basement bathroom and I have a very similar faucet. I was able to purchase the new Moen trim and knob kit from Amazon. Thanks again for your help.

[@jeffostroff]

Way to go Phyllis!

[@8728382]

Great breakdown, thank you!

[@ryanwagner2716]

Hi Jeff - 2/2 now on your videos now while working on my DIY bathroom remodel. Thank you for the helpful info!

[@jeffostroff]

Awesome Ryan keep it going!

[@robertlevy4613]

I was hoping you made a video about this! I came to your channel first to find the fix for this. I need to replace mine in the shower due to a leak. Thank you Jeff!

[@jeffostroff]

You be Robert, glad to help!

[@paunchouspilot6757]

Exactly what I was looking for to replace my original. Neither H.D. or Lowes had it. Thanks

[@Mike49if]

Great tip about caulking only the top. Couldn't understand why my shower fixtures were like that, now I know. Thanks!

[@jeffostroff]

Happy to help! Thanks for watching Mike!

[@amysmith1501]

This video is perfect for those who need detailed explanation.

[@jeffostroff]

thanks Amy!

[@jennifferane3951]

So informative!

[@jeffostroff]

thanks Jen, glad you liked our video on replacing shower faucet trim!

[@jmc2255]

Thank you for including so many important details 👍

[@jeffostroff]

My pleasure!

[@biancadelara3344]

Thank you so much for the informative video!

[@lattina62]

This little kzbin.infoUgkxVoi3B4CB6Oygq1-vo4OTL1M_M5JkrXif tub works perfect in our 6 x 6 shower and is easy to get in and out. Also easy to drain.

[@jeffostroff]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!

[@pwbisme]

It's cool that Mike Judge is doing DIY videos too.

[@thomaswilke6312]

Extremely informative. Thank you for posting

[@jeffostroff]

You bet Thomas glad to help out

[@yasminsahagun5401]

haha thank u for making this video i purchased a kit on amazon and i was almost about to start with out turning the water off 😂

[@jeffostroff]

Glad I could help! you can do it without shutting off the water as long as you are not removing the shower cartridge.

[@GlockPunisher1]

Once he takes the plate off, it exposes the pipes. The two screws one on the left, the other on the right ... those shut off the water so there is no need to shut off the main water source for the home.

[@GlockPunisher1]

@This is my LITE don’t block the SUN i am sure about this. All it takes is to turn them then turn the shower faucet on to see if there is any water.

[@nastrodomis]

Thank you for the caulking tip! I did not know that. I need this exact wall plate and am having a hard time finding it at home depot. Also, I believe the original installer used permanent thread sealant on my tub spout, so when I tried to unspin it, it snapped off the copper pipe. Good thing I have plenty of experience soldering copper from my air compressor technician years. New spouts are so easy to install!

[@jeffostroff]

I can't imagine pipe doping hardening up like that, maybe they used some other type of cement, or maybe they rusted together.

[@Crossword131]

I'm having the same problem. I stopped short of snapping the copper line, thank God. Is there a way to get a faucet sleeve off if it doesn't want to budge? Thanks.

[@judybernstein7403]

Thank you! Going to watch again then try it.

[@donellegrove9883]

I know this is 2 years old but seriously thank you explaining all this before I go to Lowe’s tomorrow & look like a fool when they ask me questions now I feel prepared instead of making 4-5 trips, your video was super helpful.

[@jeffostroff]

Glad I could help donelle

[@tomsommer54]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I also appreciate the clarity. New sub here.

[@jeffostroff]

Awesome, welcome aboard Tom!

[@Cheeseheadturo85]

Great video, very helpful.

[@jeffostroff]

Thanks Arturo, glad you liked it!

[@Saichen]

Very informative! Thank you so much :)

[@jeffostroff]

Glad it was helpful!

[@OttoRascon]

Thank you for that, it was exactly what I needed!

[@jeffostroff]

You're welcome!

[@gourikaur6774]

Thank you for the informative video! I was able to avoid paying probably a hefty sum of money to a plumber!

[@jeffostroff]

Awesome, glad to help out

[@shelleyhahn1378]

Thank you! We are wanting to change out trim that is almost exactly like this. Very helpful!!

[@jeffostroff]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching Shelley

[@jacekaopua6859]

🤙🏽

[@jeffostroff]

@@jacekaopua6859 Thanks for watching Jace!

[@Puli1974]

This was so helpful, thank you!!!!!!

[@jeffostroff]

Glad to help Lisa and thank you for watching

[@arturovega9070]

Si escuchan a la señora Tania cuando empieza a correr como le hace… mis amigos aventureros ellos se quieren comunicar con ustedes hellos aveces tiran piedras o canicas or marbles!!! You guys I’m very so proud of your excellent experience just be careful Tania and Jose the Aventureros number ONE!

[@SuperMingHaHaS]

Very informative. Thank you!

[@jeffostroff]

Is glad you liked and thanks for watching

[@cacadog67]

Great advice on the c auking~! ThanQ.

[@jeffostroff]

Glad it was helpful!

[@scomoore1951]

So informative.

[@jeffostroff]

Thanks I'm glad you like the video

[@sio039]

How do we control water flo?

[@RJ-sr5dv]

Jeff,... Excellent Thank you..

[@jeffostroff]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!

[@user-hj2vy4sk8j]

This is so helpful!

[@jeffostroff]

Glad you think so! Thanks for watching Mya!

[@user-hj2vy4sk8j]

@@jeffostroff Thx for sharing! hopefully I can do it myself also

[@rompido5372]

This helps! Thank you

[@jeffostroff]

You're welcome!

[@kunlunlu7672]

Thanks for your sharing. Very useful.

[@jeffostroff]

Glad it was helpful!

[@krickette5569]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

[@jeffostroff]

Glad to help thanks for watching, Krickette

[@krido4769]

This is SUCH a helpful video! Could you please direct me to the next video for how to replace the tub faucet and the shower head. Thank you!

[@jeffostroff]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/oaHanXuooaxgqLc this shows how to change shower head, I don't have one on replacing tub spout yet

[@Johnebegood]

You are the best at informing how to do stuff thanks man 👨

[@jeffostroff]

Thanks John!

[@fishonalbertaoutdoors9761]

Great explanation and good job helping people through this popular job

[@jeffostroff]

Thank you!

[@dlowery51]

Great advice about not caulking the bottom.

[@jeffostroff]

Glad to help Lumberjack!

[@jackzouyuquan9094]

Very good explanation and demonstration

[@jeffostroff]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kathrynmorey6632]

Thank you after watching this video I know I can change my tub and shower trim your amazing ☺️!!

[@jeffostroff]

Glad I could help!

[@GURUKHAN_OG]

I really learnt something about caulking! @9:20 .

[@jeffostroff]

Glad to help out of thanks for watching

[@nickl8830]

Very helpful thx

[@jeffostroff]

Glad it helped

[@mikedavis3404]

Saved my bacon. Awesome video

[@juanitasnow7915]

Awesome!!

[@jeffostroff]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!

[@AlyakiMBLAHH]

Thank you your video was very informative

[@jeffostroff]

You are so welcome and thank you for watching

[@MerkabaMillionare]

Thank you so very much

[@jeffostroff]

Glad you like our video Kisha!!

[@b9497422485]

Excellent thanks

[@jeffostroff]

You are welcome

[@Arrowhead451]

Good explanation thanks

[@jeffostroff]

You are welcome

[@Nnon11026hj]

Awesome video. One question. Looks like you replace push/pull knob to a "turn" knob? How does that work with same cartridge for push/ pull knob ?

[@jeffostroff]

The leaver still pushes in-and-out like the knob dead it's just a different shape from a knob

[@LindaKIson]

Do you have to change out the whole 4 way mixing valve everytime you change to a different water handle? Mine is new but I'm putting on a different brand. Would just changing the cartridge be ok

[@ghask11111]

This looks exactly like my bathroom even the same tiles lol

[@jeygopal2624]

Thank you very much.

[@jeffostroff]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!

[@yvekennedy]

Omg...so informative! Thank you, thank you. I wish you could show me how to remove a mister plate

[@jeffostroff]

Thanks Yvette, glad you liked it

[@rorober.1423]

Thank you for info. I have a older Condo ( 1974) and a slow drip at the faucet. Hope the faucet and handle can be found

[@jeffostroff]

Yes, usually they can be found. If you have a drip, it is likely you need to replace the cartridge, be sure to shut off water before you pull the cartridge out if you decide to replace it.

[@matthewwhite3221]

74 will proly have asbestos.

[@user-eg3vg9dq2y]

good video

[@acespring06]

I’m glad I came across your channel. I live in Milwaukee too!! But, what if my handle was installed upside down?!

[@jeffostroff]

You should be able to unscrew it and turn it right side up.

[@dutchleussink156]

Thank You Sir

[@jeffostroff]

Most welcome

[@MindRiderFPV]

Thanks! I’ll do it.

[@jeffostroff]

you can do this!

[@mariacaudillo9733]

Lol.. I laugh because thankfully my husband was home. I didn’t cut off the water and water gushed straight to my face and chest. My husband laughs every time he thinks about it. Lesson learned

[@rainlion0]

9:06 Jeff: "some people just don't think when they do stuff, just amazing.." me: "........don't call me ..some people...i hate you..LOLOLOL" nice video..i will start to think :)

[@jeffostroff]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!

[@PeterTirrell]

Thanks - this was exactly what I was looking for! I have what looks like a loose shower faucet knob and I think this will help me fix it. One question - if I'm only interested in replacing the knob handle is turning off the house water still necessary? Or, if I have things open should I be replacing the shower cartridge as well, in which case I *would* need the water off anyway? Thanks for the great video!

[@jeffostroff]

Peter yes if you are just changing the knob you can get away with out having to turn off the water but be very careful. Make sure you understand the mechanism of what would make the cartridge come flying out at full pressure. For example on the Moens it's that little vertical horseshoe shaped clip that you would have to pull straight up out of the top to remove the cartridge so just understand so that it doesn't happen to you. I don't know the condition of your escutcheon plate but I often like to replace both the knob and the plate because it looks out of place when you put a brand new nah but you still have an old rusty corroded soap scum filled plate. Depending on how old your previous shower cartridge is it's always a good idea to just put a new one and they're really only about $10 or so. If you do decide to replace the cartridge I would recommend getting some plumber silicone grease and just put a dab of it rub it around the black O rings that are on the outside of the cartridge usually 2 or 3 of them.

[@PeterTirrell]

@@jeffostroff Thanks! I think I'll probably go the safe route and cut it off anyway. My current knob looks pretty much exactly like the one in your video, mines a moen, too. If I wanted to replace the cartridge while I was at it is there a way to tell what to replace it with? Do I just look up 'moen shower cartridge' and any will work? Is there a specific model number or something? Thanks for your help!

[@ldsinks1]

So, I would be okay to unscrew the knob and spout to get the needed measurements, etc. before needing to turn the water off? Thank you your time and explanation. It’s greatly appreciated!

[@jeffostroff]

That is correct, just make sure you don't pull up on the vertical spring clip that holds the cartridge in the valve, and you will be fine. Otherwise if you pull out that clip the cartridge shoot out and water will start gushing.

[@karlaelvis9815]

Thank you for this great tutorial... tomorrow I will attack my project with confidence!

[@jeffostroff]

Awesome let us know how it turned out

[@karlaelvis9815]

@@jeffostroff Well... it "half turned out"; a couple years ago I purchased a new showerhead/handle/faucet set because it was on sale and I thought that I would use it someday... This goes against what you said about first taking apart your existing shower handle, to see who the manufacturer is . I lucked out and the existing is a Moen.. and so is the new one. I do have an issue which I hope that you can assist in... the new set came with a new 4-way plumbing valve - when I saw that I said "hell no"... and set about seeing if I could use what I had. Everything seems to fit except for the fact that I have a gap between the handle and the cover plate... there are a couple plastic fittings included in the set.. I'm hoping that they are some type of adapter so that I can make this work. I took photos... let me see if I can post them - any help that you can provide will be greatly appreciated. p.s. I DID NOT caulk around the bottom of the shower plate!

[@jeffostroff]

@@karlaelvis9815 put photos online and post the link to them. Often when you buy a new shower kit that comes with it's own 4 way valve, that means time to solder in the new valve. There could be minute differences, new design, did you see if the new valve is the exact same dimensions as the old valve? Anything look different at all? If so, might have to call in a plumber. Had one done at a friend's house 2 months ago, cost $150 for the plumber to do it.

[@karlaelvis9815]

@@jeffostroff The new valve is slightly larger in diameter than the old valve... the old "sleeve" fit, so I left it.... I may just put the old plastic handle back on - the shower is a molded fiberglass unit - they did a nic job cutting the hole for the valve - but the shower will be need to cut again to change out a new valve. I have a friend that is a plumber, so I could do this for no charge.... but all I wanted to do was change the shower head - which I did! I think that I can cut the sleeve shorter and that will solve the problem of the gap.. I'll have my friend take a look - thanks for all of your help!

[@PaakJo]

Thank You for posting. Very Informative as im looking to renovate my house. One question, my faucet trim plate screws are diagonal, how do I handle that. Thanks

[@jeffostroff]

I believe that the trim plate kit we used comes with different inserts that you put into the middle depending on whether your screws or horizontal or diagonal or vertical. It also helps if you can buy the trim kit that has made for your brand of shower cartridge set up

[@dancexmassacreex]

I am a 25 year old who is about to attempt this with my condo. Happy this video was so helpful! !

[@jeffostroff]

Nicole, glad you liked it

[@yubemful]

Very informative video but I never knew or heard about not caulking the bottom portion of the plate or spout.

[@jeffostroff]

Yup, just leave a little bit of it uncaulked, just enough to allow for any water that might end up behind the plate to drain out.

[@silvioortega9741]

I like to do stuff around my house and I'm in the south Florida area. Do you happen to know of tech schools where I can learn more. I want to learn more for my own knowledge

[@michaellachapelle7425]

This is a great video! Just to clarify as I am about to use this same kit with an old Moen (Pull-on) set up, even with the metal handle it is still a Pull-on setup as you did not change the valve correct?

[@jeffostroff]

That is correct, they supply an adapter that screws onto the stem, then the handle attaches to the adapter . You still pull the metal handle to turn on water, and turn left or right for hot and cold water.

[@RussC123]

Very good video! I was in the process of switching out my hardware as well and turns out the screw holding the the shower knob on was completely stripped out. Also seems as if the threads are stuck/corroded. I’ve tried EVERYTHING to get that old screw out of the brass stem and it’s not budging. Is my best bet to buy a new replacement cartridge? My handle style is the single ball-shaped knob that levers up/down to turn water on/off and twists left/right for hot/cold.

[@jeffostroff]

Ross go to home depot and look for the Speed Out Screw extractor kit that has worked for me a number of times. If you still can't get the screw out you may have to change out the cartridge and I would make sure that you have the water shut off 1st Otherwise the water will come gushing out at you when you pull out the cartridge.

[@RussC123]

jeffostroff thanks for tip!

[@toddpoolman8051]

Cut/break the handle off.....should get access to screw head....use pliers to unscrew

[@jstew5143]

Hi jeff! Thanks for the clear cut simple explanation, i truly appreciate your videos! I have a question though on my faucet handle my hot/cold indications are set to one specific side even though the original knob it self isn't made to turn to the side (in my opinion) which is partly why i would like to change it, do i need to find some type of very specific nob that also only moves to the specific side for hot/cold or is that something that will work right with any knob that fits it?

[@jeffostroff]

That is really controlled by your shower cartridge, so you need to know which one you have. You can remove it, take it to home depot on shower cartridge aisle, look in the book, determine which one you have, then lookup the instructions for it. They will tell you what knob you can get for it.

[@hickorytaylor]

Very well done, just wished I'd of seen you caulk around the part. I just came home from a business trip to find a wet spot on the ceiling right below the location of the shower. Can't for the life of me see where the water is coming from. Took off the handle and looked behind and see no wet, still all dusty. So now I'm going to reinstall the prior shower handle, but it wasn't put up with a gasket, just wonder if the water could be coming in thru the area without a gasket?

[@lucynormandia2234]

Look more nice,I like the new .

[@jeffostroff]

Thanks for watching Lucy

[@whenidipudipwedip]

Hey Jeff, great video man. I just broke my shower handle. It looks exactly like the replacement u used. My handle broke off with the copper spindle. Is that a job for a professional plumber or is it possible to DIY?

[@jeffostroff]

Sorry to hear that if you can get it taken apart and looks like the cartridge it not damaged, you can try to replace it yourself, then if it doe snot work call the plumber. Just remember to shut off the main water supply before you pull out a cartridge, as that is what is holding the pressurized water back.

[@jmcraighead2945]

Thanks for the helpful detailed video. You mention that there are two adapters - how will I know it it's the correct range of motion for the handle? Or is it obvious?

[@jeffostroff]

sometimes it will be obvious, or you just try installing one first and if does not fit right, then try the other.

[@gregtsickafoose6757]

thank u

[@jeffostroff]

You are welcome and thanks for watching our video!

[@charlieparker5678]

Jeff, I got a leak in my cold water faucet in my shower, and I'd like to unscrew the faucet handle to take a look at the valve seat. Is it possible for me to do that without shutting off the water main? (I live in an apartment.)

[@jeffostroff]

You should be able to remove the shower handle and the plate without any problem. Most valves are held together by either a large round screw on ring on the front of the valve that holds the shower cartridge in place, or in the case of Moen in this video, that clip that slides down on the top of the valve holds the cartridge back in place.

[@tonyt-bone8180]

What if that center shaft that the handle attaches to just spins and doesn’t shut the water off? Do they make replacement guts or do you have to remove the whole 4 way out of the wall ?

[@frankthehero4606]

Our old knob is a pull out knob. When you pull out, water comes out and then you turn for hot or cold water. How do you replace that kind of knob. It looks exactly the one you have on the video. Yours don't need to pull out but ours does. Thank you.

[@lindalav1477]

I need to know this answer too.

[@toddpoolman8051]

Jeff's handle/knob pulls out too. Same/similar type. Center cap comes out ( small flat head screwdriver ) and you'll have access to the screw that holds the handle/knob on.

[@brianw260]

Very cool. I have a very similar valve circa 1980. It looks like you replaced a pull knob with a twist to turn on knob. Is that right? I'm just surprised that would work.

[@jeffostroff]

The handle still pulls the cartridge out like the old plastic faucet pull does. You still turn the valve to change temperature.

[@TzUuup]

I was wondering the same thing. I want to get rid of the whole pulling out handle altogether. Mine is jammed up and gets difficult to pull out for thekids

[@jasonpoolo3523]

Didn't he say don't ever buy a one-size-fits-all and then at the end he's showing what a wonderful deal that one size fits all cover is. Just kidding man great video

[@jeffostroff]

THe package I bought I believe was not a universal, but rather specific to one brand