{"title":"Hansgrohe iBox Universal","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"31:1-31:31;1468-1498\"\u003eWhat the iBox Universal is\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"33:1-33:387;1500-1886\"\u003eThe iBox Universal is the \u003cstrong\u003ebase set\u003c\/strong\u003e for hansgrohe concealed installations — the valve body your plumber builds into the wall at first fix, before tiling. It's been the reliable foundation for concealed showers and baths for more than 20 years. Everything you see afterwards — the thermostat, the mixer, the trim — mounts onto it. It's the hidden half of every clean, built-in shower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"35:1-35:60;1888-1947\"\u003eHow concealed installation works: base set + finish set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"37:1-37:162;1949-2110\"\u003eThis is the single most important thing to understand before ordering, because it's where most mistakes happen. A concealed installation is always \u003cstrong\u003etwo parts\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-decimal flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" data-sourcepos=\"39:1-40:117;2112-2312\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"39:1-39:84;2112-2195\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe base set — the iBox Universal.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plumbed into the wall, completely hidden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"40:1-40:117;2196-2312\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe finish set.\u003c\/strong\u003e The visible thermostat, mixer or trim, fitted after tiling, chosen in your design and finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"42:1-42:192;2314-2505\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou order both.\u003c\/strong\u003e The iBox on its own doesn't shower; the finish set on its own has nothing to fix to. Buy them together and you're covered — our team will make sure both are on your quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"44:1-44:46;2507-2552\"\u003eiBox universal 2 — the current generation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"46:1-46:428;2554-2981\"\u003eThe current \u003cstrong\u003eiBox universal 2\u003c\/strong\u003e builds on 20 years of the original, refined with plumbers and planners. Its headline benefit is compatibility: it works with \u003cstrong\u003eall current and future hansgrohe and AXOR finish sets\u003c\/strong\u003e. Older finish sets designed for the original iBox universal are still supported — you simply add a separately available \u003cstrong\u003eadapter plate (# 13588000)\u003c\/strong\u003e. One base set, an entire world of finishes, past and future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"48:1-48:28;2983-3010\"\u003eBuilt for the installer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"50:1-50:89;3012-3100\"\u003eThe iBox universal 2 was designed to make a concealed install faster and more foolproof:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" data-sourcepos=\"52:1-56:130;3102-3638\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"52:1-52:77;3102-3178\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated spirit level\u003c\/strong\u003e for precise horizontal and vertical alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"53:1-53:91;3179-3269\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSliding sleeve\u003c\/strong\u003e that adjusts to the wall depth — no time-consuming cutting to length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"54:1-54:114;3270-3383\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRotationally symmetrical\u003c\/strong\u003e — the connections are identical all round, so it can't be fitted the wrong way up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"55:1-55:125;3384-3508\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaterproof\u003c\/strong\u003e with integrated water-damage protection, and \u003cstrong\u003eultra-quiet\u003c\/strong\u003e thanks to sound insulation (acoustic group 1).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"56:1-56:130;3509-3638\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible connections\u003c\/strong\u003e (4 × Rp ½\" \/ DN15) plus electrical protection tubes, and it's even ready for digital shower solutions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"58:1-58:54;3640-3693\"\u003eOne base, hundreds of finishes — and future-proof\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"60:1-60:427;3695-4121\"\u003eBecause the finish set simply mounts onto the standardised iBox, a homeowner can \u003cstrong\u003eupgrade the look or the functions years later without breaking open the wall or re-tiling\u003c\/strong\u003e — swap a chrome trim for matt black, or a basic mixer for a ShowerSelect thermostat, in an afternoon. That's a genuine long-term advantage to put in front of a client, and a strong reason to specify hansgrohe concealed over a cheaper, locked-in valve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"62:1-62:27;4123-4149\"\u003eWhat you can put on it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"64:1-64:473;4151-4623\"\u003eOnce the iBox is in the wall, you can finish it with hansgrohe's concealed finish sets — the \u003cstrong\u003eShowerSelect Comfort\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEcostat Comfort\u003c\/strong\u003e thermostats, the \u003cstrong\u003eDuoTurn\u003c\/strong\u003e concealed mixer, and a wide range of concealed shower and bath trims — as well as the big overhead ranges like Rainfinity and the Rainmaker Select. hansgrohe also keeps spare parts available for up to 15 years after a range is discontinued, so an iBox installation stays serviceable for the long haul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"66:1-66:35;4625-4659\"\u003eSpecifying the iBox with Bella\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"68:1-68:532;4661-5192\"\u003eThe iBox is a trade favourite for a reason, and getting the order right — the correct base set, the matching finish set, and an adapter plate if you're pairing with an older trim — is exactly where our team helps. We support plumbers, contractors and specifiers with project pricing, stock and delivery throughout South Africa and into Africa. Send us the finish sets you're planning and we'll confirm the right base and any adapters, so nothing's missing on site. Request a quote, or see the concealed finish sets in our showroom.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hansgrohe-ubox-universal-base-set-for-finish-sets-for-flat-installation","title":"Hansgrohe Ubox Universal Base Set For Finish Sets For Flat Installation","description":null,"brand":"Hansgrohe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43073110474861,"sku":"HG-01000-180","price":3524.44,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/5215\/9853\/files\/BC_Upload_6cbf8f45-d8bc-4802-b117-d07bf81a2221.png?v=1755612856"},{"product_id":"hansgrohe-ubox-universal-base-set-for-finish-sets-for-standard-installation","title":"Hansgrohe Ubox Universal Base Set For Finish Sets For Standard Installation","description":null,"brand":"Hansgrohe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43073111130221,"sku":"HG-01001-180","price":3735.91,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/5215\/9853\/files\/BC_Upload_18c0aad9-a754-4409-aa74-d50a03597949.png?v=1755612859"},{"product_id":"hansgrohe-ibox-universal-basic-set","title":"Hansgrohe Ibox Universal Basic Set","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"productDescription\"\u003eThe iBox universal from hansgrohe – the versatile concealed installation solution\u003cdiv\u003eThe hansgrohe iBox universal base set has been an established product for many years now. It forms the perfect foundation for concealed installation and modern feel-good bathrooms, as it makes installing all hansgrohe standard and thermostatic mixer solutions ultra-simple and enables the tap technology to disappear out of sight in the wall. So the iBox universal creates more space in the shower, enabling users to enjoy the beauty of water.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOne iBox, many options\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMore than 200 tap and pre-fab shower sets from hansgrohe and AXOR can be attached to the iBox universal. This creates extra flexibility, as the next time you want to install a new concealed installation solution from hansgrohe, it can be simply fitted to the iBox universal, without having to prise open the wall. Modernisation couldn’t be simpler.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOther benefits\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e    •  Easy installation: the iBox universal features a symmetrical design. 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