Methven

We're proud to stand by each and every one of our products with industry leading warranties.

We guarantee quality with our lifetime warranty on all showers and 20-years on tapware. The reason we can provide this is simple; we manage the design and engineering of our products, so that we have control over the process from start to finish. We constantly push for perfection. In fact there is not a single component that hasn't been considered and redefined for quality and durability. With over 130 years our team of highly-trained and experienced designers and engineers, we have perfected our products.

The quality of Methven products is second to none so you can purchase with confidence.

Our love of water began the day George Methven began producing brass and iron hardware in Dunedin, back in 1886. Ever since, we've been captivated by its elemental power to transform: to change our moods, lift our spirits, to make us feel refreshed and renewed.

It's a passion that has inspired generations of Methven engineers and designers in a quest to create the ultimate experience of water.

Today, we offer a range of exceptional water experiences that all share one vision.

The ability to create a treat for the senses.

This is what sets Methven apart. Because when you experience Methven you truly experience water.

Innovations

At Methven, they like to make things better. Methven spends a great deal of time and effort on research and development to improve on conventional hardware solutions. Here are just some of their success stories.

Aurajet™

Aurajet™ technology delivers a full-bodied spray with maximum body contact. It's their most advanced and invigorating shower experience yet.

Satinjet®

Turn an everyday ritual into a luxurious experience with award-winning Satinjet® technology from Methven.

VJet®

The VJet® technology allows you to activate a seamless spray transition - from a firm, invigorating shower spray, to a gentle, enveloping warmth and everything in between.

Fastflow II®

FastFlow II® technology controls the hot and cold mix in your shower to maintain a constant flow and temperature, even with unequal water pressure.

Your kitchen - choosing the right kitchen tap

You spend more active time in the kitchen than any other room in the house, and your kitchen tapware is at the heart of this - so it’s important to select the tapware that’s right for you. 

Mounting

• Deck mounted - this is a more contemporary look and gives you greater flexibility for kitchen sink placement. 
• Wall-mounted - gives a more classic look and is more cost-effective if you’re replacing an old wall-mounted kitchen tap.

Control

• Mixers - contemporary look and simple single-handed option.
• Separate handles - the classic look, allowing you to control the cold and hot water individually.

Spout height

• High spout - gives a more contemporary look and makes filling large pots much easier.
• Low spout - this is great when space is at a premium, such as when you have a cabinet or window above the sink.

Pull out spouts

• Pull out spouts - this is a feature where the spout head pulls out towards the sink on a flexible hose, giving increased flexibility and maneuverability - very handy for cleaning vegetables, rinsing pots and pans, or rinsing down the sink.

Your bathroom

Your bathroom plays a vital role in your day. It invigorates you in the morning and relaxes you in the evening. So when you take on a bathroom project, be sure to consider the things that are most important to you with the help of this quick guide:

Decide what type of bathroom you need

When planning your new bathroom it’s important to begin by thinking about how it will be used and by whom. People’s requirements can often be very different:

• Family bathroom - in a family bathroom you want to create a space that caters to growing families
• Ensuite - an ensuite should be a sanctuary that’s both luxurious and practical - a space where you can escape and relax.
• Guest bathroom - where you want to create a space that is both welcoming and pampering.
• Rental property - reliability and durability are the most important when selecting products for a rental property.

Make a list

Before planning your layout think carefully about what you like and dislike about your current bathroom. Make a list and prioritise which features you’d most like to see in your new bathroom. Maybe it’s an oversize walk-in shower, a large vanity with two sinks, a separate enclosure for your toilet, or a large free-standing bath.

Get inspiration

Gather inspiration from bathrooms you like from magazines and the internet. This could help when you’re planning your layout. 

Plan your layout

Your new bathroom layout can make all the difference, so be sure to plan carefully:

Bathtub

These days many people are trading or downsizing their bath for a luxurious walk-in shower. This can be a great option, although you may want to consider retaining at least one bath in the house - it can add to the value of your property.

Vanity

The vanity plays an integral role in your bathroom - choose a spot that won’t interfere with your traffic, and make sure there’s a room above for mirror and wall cabinets.

Shower

Make the best use of space in small bathrooms by going for an open walk-in shower that doesn’t need a curtain or door.

Plumbing Practicalities

Plumbing is a major cost in any bathroom project. In a renovation, try to keep costs down by limiting the need for adjusting your existing plumbing setup.

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How can I tell what water pressure I have?

• Most Methven products are suitable for all-pressure installations, so there’s no need to worry about water pressure.
• It is important, however, to check the technical details before installation, as not all products sold in NZ are all-pressure capable. If you need to determine what pressure system you have, it’s best to check the details on your hot water cylinder.

How can I save money on my hot water bill?

• The average shower uses 20 litres of water per minute. A Methven Satinjet shower, with a 14 litre flow restrictor, could save up to 27% of your hot water energy costs, and up to 30% of your total water costs.
• Better still, fit your Satinjet shower with a 9 litre per minute flow restrictor, and you could potentially save up to 49% of your hot water energy costs, and 55% of your total water costs. The Satinjet essentially pays for itself in a matter of months.*
• Water flows on mains pressure cylinders vary across NZ. Not all water flows are on mains pressure, and low pressure will produce lower flow rates. The savings indicated are based on a typical mains pressure shower flow, of 20 litres per minute.

How easy it is to upgrade my shower head or handset?

Because the fittings on most showers are universal, it’s usually easy to upgrade most showers to a Methven Shower fitting. There are, however, some exceptions with particular brands and products.

Shower Rose

• Ensuring that your shower is turned off, use a spanner to loosen off the shower rose. Remove the shower rose. Your new Methven shower rose should simply screw onto this fitting. Ensure that there is a washer in place to prevent any leakage.
• Note: this only applies if you are removing a shower head from an arm. It does not apply when removing an arm. In this case threads need to be sealed.
• For more information, please contact your local Methven stockist, or contact us directly.

Handset

• Ensuring that your shower is off, twist off your shower handset. If this is tight, which may have happened due to a calcium build-up, you may require a spanner for this. Remove the handset. A new Methven Shower should simply screw onto this fitting. Please ensure that there is a washer in place to prevent any leakage.
• For more information, please contact your local Methven Stockist, or contact us directly.

My shower head is leaking

Check that the faceplate is not cracked. If it is, you’ll need to order either a new faceplate, if one is available (currently available on Methven Satinjet, Futura, or Genesis showers), or a new shower head or handset. The cracking could be due to the pressure of your shower being too high. In this case, a flow restrictor will need to be installed to prevent it from happening again.

• Check if the fitting is threading correctly, and not cross-threaded. A washer may need to be fitted. If the fitting has been cross-threaded, a new showerhead may be needed. Note: you should not use thread tape when fitting Methven showerheads to shower arms.
• Your hose or hose fittings may be damaged (if you have a sliding shower). In this case, you will need a new hose.

Care and Instructions

Methven tapware is designed and manufactured for enduring style. To maintain the quality finish, please follow these guidelines:

• Choose only gentle cleaning products and don’t use harsh abrasives.
• Wipe with a soft cloth and water. If necessary, use mild dishwashing liquid or liquid soaps.
• To remove stubborn stains or marks, look for a reliable brand of specialist metal cleaner (e.g. a gold cleaner for gold finishes).

Some of my shower nozzles seem to be blocked

After a period of time, the nozzles can become blocked with lime or calcium build-up from hard water, which distorts the spray pattern. In this case, simply soak it in equal parts vinegar and hot water. This should dissolve the mineral deposits. Avoid caustic cleaners.

Shower Mixer with Fastflow leaking under handle

• Check that the water pressure is below 500kPa at all times. If not, install a Pressure Limiting Valve and Cold Water Expansion Valve. (The cartridge seal may have been displaced by high pressure). Clean and check cartridge seal, re-fit or replace the cartridge.
• Do not plug the outlet when hydrostatically pressure testing a new installation, as this may damage the ceramic cartridge.
• Are line strainers installed on both hot and cold supplies? If not, fit line strainers and a new cartridge. The cartridge may have been damaged by grit or debris.