Whale Water Systems Shower/Faucet Mixers
Whale Water Systems Shower/Faucet Mixers: Marine-Grade Convenience in One Unit
When space is scarce aboard a boat or in an RV, every fitting has to earn its place. Whale Water Systems has been engineering water solutions for mobile and low-voltage environments since the 1940s, and their approach to shower/faucet mixers reflects that same ethos of intelligent, compact design. The result is a product line built specifically for the demands of life on the water — where simplicity, reliability, and space efficiency are non-negotiable.
The Elegance Combination Mixer: One Fitting, Two Functions
Whale's flagship offering in this category is the Elegance Combination Pull-Out Shower/Mixer Faucet (model RT2498). It combines a faucet and pull-out shower into a single compact design — ideal for tight interior spaces in boats, RVs, and marine galleys. Rather than installing separate fittings for a sink tap and a shower head, boaters and RV owners get both in one streamlined unit — a practical solution that Whale has designed, refined, and made in their UK facility since the early 1980s.
The unit features lightweight and durable ABS plastic construction, a compact design for straightforward installation even in tight spaces, and includes a wall-mount shower bracket and an extra-long retractable hose. Easy-to-use controls on both the mixer and the handset provide temperature adjustment and a temporary shutoff for water conservation. That last feature is particularly valuable offshore or off-grid, where freshwater is a finite resource.
Smart Engineering for Any Galley Pump System
One of the most practical aspects of the Whale Elegance mixer is its broad compatibility. It is engineered for reliable performance with all galley pump systems — no special setup required. It connects to standard ½" hose fittings or Whale Quick Connect 15 mm plumbing for clean, hassle-free installs. It is also rated for pressurized water systems up to 45 psi, making it suitable for a wide range of onboard plumbing configurations.
The retractable hose — which can be used as either a faucet or a "pull up" shower with a wall bracket or riser bar, with the water flow temporarily shut off on the shower head while maintaining temperature settings — keeps the galley or head compartment looking tidy when not in use. The crisp white ABS finish blends naturally with the interior aesthetics of most vessels and motorhomes.
A Brand Built for the Marine Environment
Whale is a well-known brand with a reputation built on decades of high-quality design expertise, supplying the marine, caravan/motorhome, shower drainage, and industrial markets around the world with innovative freshwater and waste pumps, and water and space heating systems. Whale designs, manufactures, and markets its products from their base in Bangor, Northern Ireland, and exports worldwide. That depth of experience shows in every detail of the Elegance mixer — from its marine-grade materials to the thoughtful inclusion of a temporary shutoff valve that saves precious freshwater while you lather up.
Whether you're outfitting a sailboat head, a powerboat galley, or a campervan wet bath, Whale's shower/faucet mixers represent one of the most trusted names in marine plumbing. Explore the full Whale Water Systems brand page for their complete range of marine pumps, plumbing fittings, and water system components, or browse all available shower/faucet mixers to find the right fit for your vessel.