Here we explain the difference between left and right closing faucet inserts
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Left-closing or right-closing faucet interior?
We are often asked which type of valve insert is needed for the faucet.
There are two different types of valve inserts.
LS stands for left-hand closing. This means that when you turn the tap knob counterclockwise, the tap closes.
RS stands for right-hand closing. If you turn the tap knob clockwise, the tap closes.
Taps with a star knob generally have both left and right inner workings. This is a right-closing valve.
For faucets with a lever where the lever points upward when the faucet is closed, there is a left-closing interior in the left lever. You turn the lever toward you (clockwise) and the faucet opens. If you turn it to the left (counterclockwise), the faucet closes. In the right handle there is a right-closing insert.
Below is a diagram for different types of faucet handles.
The inserts are nowadays always ceramic. This means that there are ceramic discs on top of each other that provide the seal.
Previously, the inserts were always with a leather. If the faucet leaked, a new ring could be put on to stop the leakage. With a ceramic insert, this is not possible.
Ceramic inserts must be replaced in their entirety. Here it is not possible to replace a part.
Always check the tap drawing to see what type of inner work is recommended. The inserts listed in the parts drawing are original and must fit.
Inserts often have different sizes and rotation directions.
If you do not know, you can always contact us for advice. You can do this by calling, chatting, emailing or emailing us. We need the type number of the faucet to recommend the matching parts. If you do not have this, we would like to receive a picture of the complete faucet.
Left-closing or right-closing faucet interior?
We are often asked which type of valve insert is needed for the faucet.
There are two different types of valve inserts.
LS stands for left-hand closing. This means that when you turn the tap knob counterclockwise, the tap closes.
RS stands for right-hand closing. If you turn the tap knob clockwise, the tap closes.
Taps with a star knob generally have both left and right inner workings. This is a right-closing valve.
For faucets with a lever where the lever points upward when the faucet is closed, there is a left-closing interior in the left lever. You turn the lever toward you (clockwise) and the faucet opens. If you turn it to the left (counterclockwise), the faucet closes. In the right handle there is a right-closing insert.
Below is a diagram for different types of faucet handles.
The inserts are nowadays always ceramic. This means that there are ceramic discs on top of each other that provide the seal.
Previously, the inserts were always with a leather. If the faucet leaked, a new ring could be put on to stop the leakage. With a ceramic insert, this is not possible.
Ceramic inserts must be replaced in their entirety. Here it is not possible to replace a part.
Always check the tap drawing to see what type of inner work is recommended. The inserts listed in the parts drawing are original and must fit.
Inserts often have different sizes and rotation directions.
If you do not know, you can always contact us for advice. You can do this by calling, chatting, emailing or emailing us. We need the type number of the faucet to recommend the matching parts. If you do not have this, we would like to receive a picture of the complete faucet.
