Studio S 6-Inch Slip-On Diverter Tub Spout
- Clean, minimalist design
- Metal construction for durability and long life
- Secured with set screw on bottom of spout
- Resistant to scratches and tarnishing
- Limited lifetime warranty
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Type:
- Diverter Tub Spout
- Family:
- STUDIO S
- Product Group:
- Washroom/Bath
- Product Subgroup:
- Bathtubs
- Product Length:
- 8.858
- Product Height:
- 4.37
- Product Weight:
- 1.72
- Product Width:
- 4.488
- Department:
- Plumbing
- Luxury/Non Luxury:
- Luxury
- Residential Commercial:
- Residential
American Standard 8888318.243 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Does the American Standard Studio S 8888318 tub spout thread on, or does it slip over the pipe?
It's a slip-on spout. It slides over a 1/2 inch copper nipple and is locked down by a set screw on the underside, so there are no threads to chase inside the spout. If your existing spout threads onto a nipple, you'd need a threaded-connection spout instead, or the copper stub-out changed to suit a slip fit.
2) Does the Studio S 8888318 spout have a diverter for a shower head?
Yes, it's a diverter spout, so the pull-up diverter on top of the spout sends water from the tub outlet to the shower riser. That makes it the right part for a tub/shower combination valve without a separate diverter handle. On a tub-only valve, a non-diverter spout is what you want.
3) What finishes does the American Standard Studio S slip-on diverter tub spout come in?
Four: Chrome (8888318.002), Matte Black (8888318.243), Brushed Nickel (8888318.295), and Brushed Cool Sunrise (8888318.GN0). Those suffixes are American Standard's standard finish codes, so you can match the spout to Studio S trim and shower fittings carrying the same suffix.
4) Is the Studio S 8888318 spout metal or plastic inside?
Metal construction throughout, finished to resist scratching and tarnishing, and it weighs 1.72 lb. That weight is a useful tell: plastic-bodied spouts with a metal skin come in considerably lighter. For a rental or multi-family bath where the spout gets grabbed as a grab bar, the metal body holds up better.
5) How far does the American Standard 8888318 tub spout stick out from the wall?
The spout measures 8.858 by 4.488 by 4.37 inches overall. The long dimension is the body run, so plan on roughly that much clearance from the finished wall to the nose when you check that water clears the tub rim rather than running down the apron.
6) Will this spout match the rest of my Studio S shower trim?
It's part of American Standard's Studio S family, so the styling and the finish codes line up with other Studio S valve trim, shower heads, and lavatory fittings. Order the same finish suffix across the set (for example .295 for Brushed Nickel) and the pieces will read as one suite.
7) Is this American Standard spout suitable for a commercial or hotel bathroom?
American Standard classifies the Studio S diverter spout as a residential, luxury-tier fitting. It's specified for homes and residential-style baths rather than as a commercial-duty fitting. Hospitality and multi-family renovations often still use residential trim, but if your spec calls for commercial-rated plumbing, match that requirement instead.
8) What tools do I need to install the 8888318 slip-on tub spout?
An Allen wrench is the main one. The spout slides onto the copper stub and is secured by a set screw underneath, so there's no pipe wrench work on the spout itself. Seal the back of the spout to the finished wall with silicone after the set screw is snug.
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