Thermostatic Showering, Simplified | Elementi Bathware

Tuesday 19 May 2026
Thermostatic Showering, Simplified | Elementi Bathware

Thermostatic Shower Systems

No more cold shocks or scalding surprises. Here's how a thermostatic mixer keeps your shower at exactly the temperature you set.

What is a Thermostatic Mixer? 

A thermostatic shower mixer is designed to mix and regulate water temperature with far greater accuracy than a standard mixer. The key difference sits inside the cartridge: a small wax element that expands and contracts as the incoming water temperature changes. It's a simple bit of engineering that delivers consistently safer, more comfortable showers.

How does it work?

The wax element does the clever work:

  • If the water runs too cold, the wax contracts, allowing more hot water through (or reducing the cold flow).
  • If the water runs too hot, the wax expands and does the opposite.

This constant micro-adjustment is what holds your shower at a steady temperature, no matter what's happening elsewhere in the plumbing.


What are the advantages of a Thermostatic Mixer?

A thermostatic mixer adds safety, comfort, and convenience to your daily shower, which is why they're an increasingly popular choice for both residential and commercial bathrooms.

Precise Temperature Control:
The built-in thermostat monitors the mixed water and adjusts the hot and cold flow to maintain a steady output.

Safety:
All Robertson thermostatic mixers include a safety stop at 38°C, designed to prevent accidental scalding. If the cold water supply changes significantly, the mixer immediately shuts off the flow, which also prevents sudden temperature spikes.

Going hotter:
Press the safety button and turn the handle anticlockwise to override the 38°C stop. In line with Watermark and WELS standards, the maximum outlet temperature is capped at 44°C.

Consistency:
Once set, your chosen temperature stays put, even if water pressure changes elsewhere in the system (think dishwasher, laundry, or a second shower running).

User Friendly:
Intuitive controls make setting and adjusting the temperature easy for everyone in the household.



Thermostatic Mixers

Alternatively match one of our One Touch thermostatic mixers with your favourite shower for the ultimate shower experience.