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Escutcheons / Flanges / Smitty Plates

PlumbingSupply.com® has an excellent selection of flanges and escutcheons, many available in a variety of beautiful finishes - one sure to be just right for you! We also offer one-piece and hinged two-piece flanges, as well as shower valve covers (also known as remodeler's plates, or Smitty plates) in no-hole to three-hole configurations. PlumbingSupply.com® has got you covered.

Do I Need IPS or OD Size For My New Escutcheon?
IPS escutcheons fit black, galvanized, stainless steel, brass, schedule 40 PVC, ABS, and other pipes that are sized using IPS standards.

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OD escutcheons fit copper, aluminum, CPVC, PEX or other copper tube size piping. Measure the outside diameter of the pipe to determine the escutcheon size. Example: If your piping is 7/8" outside diameter then use the 7/8" OD escutcheon

Deluxe Round Shallow Escutcheons (Flanges)

EscutcheonChrome
3/8" IPS - view dims
EscutcheonSatin Chrome
1/2" IPS - view dims

Available in a myriad of designer finishes to match almost any fixture
Measure the outside diameter of your pipe and compare to the Escutcheon Inside Diameter

3/8" IPS Deluxe Shallow Escutcheons:
Escutcheon inside diameter: 5/8"
Chrome - $0.69
Antique Brass - $4.82
Antique Copper - $22.95
Black Nickel - $23.04
Bronze Umber - $25.34
Enter a quantity and
Matte Black - $7.45
Pewter - $15.62
Polished Gold - $24.13
Enter a quantity and
Polished Nickel - $13.84
Satin Chrome - $4.52
Satin Gold - $11.92
Satin Nickel - $9.65
Vintage Bronze - $19.13
Enter a quantity and

1/2" IPS Deluxe Shallow Escutcheons:
Escutcheon inside diameter: 13/16"
Chrome - $8.60
Antique Brass - $7.41
Antique Copper - $14.86
Black Nickel - $7.80
Bronze Umber - $8.94
Matte Black - $18.85
Enter a quantity and
Oil Rubbed Bronze - $13.84
Pewter - $8.18
Polished Brass - $9.07
Polished Copper - $25.75
Polished Gold - $7.67
Polished Nickel - $7.66
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Satin Brass - $15.63
Satin Chrome - $6.14
Satin Gold - $22.91
Satin Nickel - $12.15
Vintage Bronze - $19.10
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EscutcheonPolished Copper
5/8" OD - view dims
EscutcheonAntique Copper
1-1/4" OD - view dims
EscutcheonOil Rubbed Bronze
1-1/2" OD - view dims
Available in a myriad of designer finishes to match almost any fixture
Measure the outside diameter of your pipe and compare to the Escutcheon Inside Diameter

5/8" OD Deluxe Shallow Escutcheons:
Escutcheon inside diameter: 5/8"
Chrome - $6.68
Antique Brass - $7.53
Antique Copper - $15.91
Black Nickel - $30.60
Bronze Umber - $24.48
Matte Black - $11.93
Enter a quantity and
Pewter - $24.48
Polished Brass - $11.93
Polished Copper - $30.60
Polished Gold - $7.67
Enter a quantity and
Satin Brass - $4.80
Satin Chrome - $5.11
Satin Gold - $30.60
Satin Nickel - $8.96
Enter a quantity and

1-1/4" OD Deluxe Shallow Escutcheons:
Escutcheon inside diameter: 1-1/4"
Chrome - $14.60
Antique Copper - $16.19
Black Nickel - $26.67
Bronze Umber - $35.86
Matte Black - $20.25
Enter a quantity and
Pewter - $35.89
Polished Brass - $17.30
Polished Nickel - $23.39
Satin Brass - $35.05
Enter a quantity and
Satin Chrome - $8.78
Satin Gold - $35.83
Satin Nickel - $22.97
Vintage Bronze - $29.83
Enter a quantity and

1-1/2" OD Deluxe Shallow Escutcheons:
Escutcheon inside diameter: 1-1/2"
Chrome - $14.50
Antique Brass - $9.36
Black Nickel - $26.70
Bronze Umber - $35.81
Matte Black - $18.38
Enter a quantity and
Polished Brass - $16.48
Polished Copper - $36.21
Polished Gold - $36.16
Polished Nickel - $10.10
Enter a quantity and
Satin Brass - $20.79
Satin Chrome - $23.00
Satin Gold - $11.41
Satin Nickel - $22.89
Vintage Bronze - $29.91
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Round Shallow Escutcheons
(Flanges)
view escutcheon dimensions

Measure the outside diameter of your pipe and compare to the Escutcheon Inside Diameter

IPS Round Shallow Escutcheons
Actual IPS
Pipe Size
Escutcheon
Inside Diameter
Price & Quantity
3/8" - chrome 5/8" $0.69 Enter a quantity and
1/2" - chrome 13/16" $1.20 Enter a quantity and
1/2" - polished brass 13/16" $9.07 Enter a quantity and
1/2" - antique brass 13/16" $7.41 Enter a quantity and
3/4" - chrome 1-1/16" $1.43 Enter a quantity and
1" - chrome 1-1/4" $1.04 Enter a quantity and
1-1/4" - chrome 1-5/8" $1.68 Enter a quantity and
1-1/2" - chrome 1-7/8" $1.14 Enter a quantity and
2" - chrome 2-3/8" $1.97 Enter a quantity and
OD Round Shallow Escutcheons
Actual OD
Pipe Size
Escutcheon
Inside Diameter
Price & Quantity
1/2" - chrome 1/2" $0.60 Enter a quantity and
5/8" - chrome 5/8" $1.02 Enter a quantity and
5/8" - polished brass 5/8" $3.78 Enter a quantity and
5/8" - antique brass 5/8" $7.53 Enter a quantity and
7/8" - chrome 7/8" $0.77 Enter a quantity and
1-1/8" - chrome 1-1/8" $0.74 Enter a quantity and
1-1/4" - chrome 1-1/4" $1.01 Enter a quantity and
1-3/8" - chrome 1-3/8" $1.56 Enter a quantity and
1-1/2" - chrome 1-1/2" $1.04 Enter a quantity and
1-5/8" - chrome 1-5/8" $1.34 Enter a quantity and
2" - chrome 2" $2.40 Enter a quantity and

Plastic White Shallow Escutcheons


Corrosion proof

High density polyethylene - virtually indestructible

IPS Round Shallow Escutcheons
Actual IPS
Pipe Size
Escutcheon
Inside Diameter
Price & Quantity
1/2" - white 13/16" $0.33 Enter a quantity and
3/4" - white 1-1/16" $0.35 Enter a quantity and
1-1/2" - white 1-7/8" $0.46 Enter a quantity and
OD Round Shallow Escutcheons
Actual OD
Pipe Size
Escutcheon
Inside Diameter
Price & Quantity
5/8" - white 5/8" $0.40 Enter a quantity and
7/8" - white 7/8" $0.68 Enter a quantity and

Stylish Deluxe Shower Arm Escutcheons with Set Screw
overall outside diameter: 2-3/4"  
escutcheon inside diameter: 7/8"

Deluxe Chrome escutecheon with set screw

Designed specifically for shower arms

shower arms are typically thinner wall (smaller outside diameter) than normal pipe nipples

Deluxe Shower Arm Escutcheon
with Set Screw - 1/2" MIPT:
Chrome - $4.99
Satin Nickel - $6.67
Please note: Polished Brass model is slightly different than Chrome & Satin Nickel models
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Designer Extra Wide Heavy Brass Escutcheons
overall outside diameter: 3"  
escutcheon inside diameter: 13/16"

extra wide escutcheon, shown in chrome
This extra wide escutcheon features:
  • Fits 1/2" IPS wall and ceiling drop nipples
  • View detailed dimensions
  • Heavy brass construction
  • Will fit brass, galvanized, black, stainless and other iron pipe size stub out nipples
  • Available in a variety of designer finishes
  • Shown in chrome
Measure the outside diameter of your pipe and compare to the escutcheon inside diameter

Designer Extra Wide Heavy Brass Escutcheons:
Chrome - $44.99
Antique Brass - $105.27
Antique Copper - $105.30
Black Nickel - $120.12
Bronze Umber - $105.10
Matte Black - $73.55
Enter a quantity and
Pewter - $105.25
Polished Brass - $34.48
Polished Copper - $120.18
Polished Gold - $120.30
Polished Nickel - $58.54
Enter a quantity and
Satin Brass - $105.20
Satin Chrome - $37.34
Satin Gold - $120.21
Satin Nickel - $50.48
Vintage Bronze - $73.56
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Extra Wide Sure Grip
Chrome Escutcheons
(Flanges)

Measure the outside diameter of your pipe and compare to the escutcheon inside diameter

extra wide escutcheon
1-1/2" IPS x 3-1/2" O.D.
- Chrome = $2.89

1-15/16" inside diameter - view dimensions

2" O.D. x 3-1/2" O.D.
- Chrome = $2.40

2" inside diameter - view dimensions
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Designer Heavy Brass Escutcheons with O-Ring
overall outside diameter: 2-1/4"  
escutcheon inside diameter: 13/16"

Heavy duty escutcheon, shown in satin chrome
This heavy duty escutcheon features:
Measure the outside diameter of your pipe and compare to the escutcheon inside diameter

Designer Heavy Brass
Escutcheon with O-Ring:
Chrome - $21.71
Antique Brass - $57.08
Antique Copper - $57.09
Black Nickel - $65.25
Bronze Umber - $57.10
Caramel Bronze - $57.11
Matte Black - $48.05
Enter a quantity and
Oil Rubbed Bronze - $48.07
Pewter - $57.09
Polished Brass - $48.15
Polished Copper - $65.25
Polished Gold - $65.26
Polished Nickel - $33.80
Enter a quantity and
Satin Brass - $57.20
Satin Chrome - $48.20
Satin Gold - $65.27
Satin Nickel - $30.79
Vintage Bronze - $48.11
White - $48.05
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Deluxe Bell Escutcheons

bell escutcheonOil Rubbed Bronze
3/8" IPS - view dims
1/2-inch designer bell escutcheonPolished Nickel
1/2" IPS - view dims

Available in a myriad of designer finishes to match almost any fixture
Measure the outside diameter of your pipe or cover tube and compare to the Escutcheon Inside Diameter

3/8" IPS Deluxe Bell Escutcheons:
Escutcheon inside diameter: 5/8"
Chrome - $6.86
Antique Brass - $7.24
Bronze Umber - $31.05
Matte Black - $28.60
Enter a quantity and
Pewter - $19.67
Polished Gold - $33.68
Enter a quantity and
Satin Chrome - $5.24
Satin Gold - $33.81
Satin Nickel - $11.09
Vintage Bronze - $22.73
Enter a quantity and

1/2" IPS Deluxe Bell Escutcheons:
Escutcheon inside diameter 7/8"
Chrome - $7.67
Antique Brass - $28.76
Bronze Umber - $31.02
Matte Black - $13.95
Enter a quantity and
Pewter - $16.54
Polished Brass - $18.76
Polished Nickel - $10.97
Enter a quantity and
Satin Chrome - $5.97
Satin Nickel - $17.04
Vintage Bronze - $14.11
White - $11.85
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11/16 inch OD designer bell escutcheon for copper cover tubesAntique Brass
11/16" OD - view dims
bell escutcheonSatin Nickel
5/8" OD - view dims

Available in a myriad of designer finishes to match almost any fixture
Measure the outside diameter of your pipe or cover tube and compare to the Escutcheon Inside Diameter

11/16" OD Deluxe Bell Escutcheons:
Escutcheon inside diameter 11/16"
Chrome - $10.45
Antique Brass - $13.77
Antique Copper - $42.71
Bronze Umber - $35.77
Matte Black - $17.33
Enter a quantity and
Pewter - $19.88
Polished Copper - $42.71
Polished Gold - $42.23
Polished Nickel - $12.82
Enter a quantity and
Satin Brass - $19.92
Satin Chrome - $12.84
Satin Gold - $42.08
Satin Nickel - $12.62
Vintage Bronze - $25.48
Enter a quantity and

5/8" OD Deluxe Bell Escutcheons:
Escutcheon inside diameter 5/8"
Chrome - $10.63
Antique Brass - $14.64
Black Nickel - $13.17
Bronze Umber - $31.09
Matte Black - $17.94
Enter a quantity and
Pewter - $5.71
Polished Brass - $20.78
Polished Gold - $16.82
Polished Nickel - $10.00
Enter a quantity and
Satin Brass - $7.24
Satin Chrome - $18.17
Satin Nickel - $9.50
Vintage Bronze - $22.69
Trying to find a bell escutcheon for a 5/8" copper cover tube? Use the 11/16" flange above
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Chrome Plated Bell Escutcheons

Measure the outside diameter of your pipe and compare to the Escutcheon Inside Diameter

Escutcheon
IPS Bell Escutcheons
Actual IPS
Pipe Size
Escutcheon
Inside Diameter
Price & Quantity
3/8" 5/8" $1.76 Enter a quantity and
1/2" 7/8" $1.84 Enter a quantity and
3/4" 1" $2.24 Enter a quantity and
1-1/4" 1-5/8" $3.59 Enter a quantity and
1-1/2" 1-7/8" $3.77 Enter a quantity and
Escutcheon
OD Bell Escutcheons
Actual OD
Pipe Size
Escutcheon
Inside Diameter
Price & Quantity
3/8" 3/8" $0.98 Enter a quantity and
1/2" 1/2" $2.35 Enter a quantity and
5/8" 5/8" $2.41 Enter a quantity and
1-1/4" 1-1/4" $4.74 Enter a quantity and
1-1/2" 1-1/2" $2.57 Enter a quantity and

Deluxe Round Box Escutcheons
(for P-Traps)

Measure the outside diameter of your pipe or p-trap and compare to the escutcheon inside diameter

EscutcheonAntique Brass
1-1/4" OD - view dims
1-1/4" escutcheon inside diameter
EscutcheonMatte Black
1-1/2" OD - view dims
1-1/2" escutcheon inside diameter

1-1/4" OD Deluxe Round Box Escutcheon for 1-1/4" P-Traps:
Chrome - $10.97
Antique Brass - $32.45
Antique Copper - $13.01
Black Nickel - $9.98
Bronze Umber - $46.59
Matte Black - $20.97
Enter a quantity and
Pewter - $33.71
Polished Brass - $32.33
Polished Copper - $39.11
Polished Nickel - $26.70
Enter a quantity and
Satin Brass - $32.20
Satin Chrome - $16.48
Satin Gold - $42.43
Satin Nickel - $29.86
Vintage Bronze - $40.61
Enter a quantity and

1-1/2" OD Deluxe Round Box Escutcheon for 1-1/2" P-Traps:
Chrome - $14.95
Antique Brass - $32.47
Antique Copper - $13.17
Matte Black - $18.43
Oil Rubbed Bronze - $34.71
Enter a quantity and
Pewter - $42.00
Polished Brass - $31.76
Polished Copper - $42.03
Polished Gold - $42.69
Enter a quantity and
Polished Nickel - $17.30
Satin Brass - $32.42
Satin Chrome - $8.24
Satin Nickel - $26.62
Vintage Bronze - $40.67
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Chrome Plated Round Box Escutcheons

Measure the outside diameter of your pipe and compare to the Escutcheon Inside Diameter

Escutcheon
IPS Round Box Escutcheons
Actual IPS
Pipe Size
Escutcheon
Inside Diameter
Price & Quantity
1-1/4" 1-5/8" $2.51 Enter a quantity and
1-1/2" 1-7/8" $3.36 Enter a quantity and
OD Round Box Escutcheons
Actual OD
Pipe Size
Escutcheon
Inside Diameter
Price & Quantity
1-1/4" 1-1/4" $4.17 Enter a quantity and
1-1/2" 1-1/2" $3.23 Enter a quantity and

Heavy Gauge Chrome Plated Steel Escutcheons with Springs
Snap/Split - Retro Fit

Measure the outside diameter of your pipe and compare to the Escutcheon Inside Diameter
These Snap/Split escutcheons have springs because they will not always fit snugly on every type of pipe

Please note: All dimensions are approximate
 Heavy Duty Escutcheon with Springs
IPS Two-Piece Escutcheons
Actual IPS
Pipe Size
Escutcheon
Inside Diameter
Price & Quantity
3/8" 5/8" $7.34 Enter a quantity and
1/2" 7/8" $7.77 Enter a quantity and
3/4" 1-1/8"
(fits 1-1/16" - 1-1/8" OD pipes)
$5.62 Enter a quantity and
1" approximately 1-1/4" - 1-1/2"
$8.60 Enter a quantity and
1-1/4" 1-5/8" $9.73 Enter a quantity and
1-1/2" 1-7/8" $5.39 Enter a quantity and
2" 2-3/8" $11.88 Enter a quantity and
2-1/2" 3-1/8"
(fits 2-7/8" - 3-1/8" OD pipes)
$12.69 Enter a quantity and
3" 3-1/2" $14.88 Enter a quantity and
3-1/2" 4" $17.70 Enter a quantity and
4" 4-1/2" $23.55 Enter a quantity and
5" 5-7/8" $36.45 Enter a quantity and
6" 6-5/8" $37.47 Enter a quantity and
8" 8-5/8" $62.18 Enter a quantity and
10" 10-3/4" $105.18 Enter a quantity and
OD Two-Piece Escutcheons
Actual OD
Pipe Size
Escutcheon
Inside Diameter
Price & Quantity
1/2" 1/2" $6.29 Enter a quantity and
5/8" 5/8" $7.34 Enter a quantity and
7/8" 7/8" $7.77 Enter a quantity and
1-1/8" 1-1/8" $5.62 Enter a quantity and
1-3/8" 1-3/8" $8.89 Enter a quantity and
1-5/8" 1-5/8" $9.73 Enter a quantity and
2-1/8" 2-1/8" $10.08 Enter a quantity and
2-5/8" 2-5/8" $6.93 Enter a quantity and
3-1/8" 3-1/8"
(fits 2-7/8" - 3-1/8" OD pipes)
$12.69 Enter a quantity and

Order in quantities of 24, 48, or 96
for even greater savings!


Two-Piece Chrome Plated Light Gauge Steel Escutcheons

Measure the outside diameter of your pipe and compare to the Escutcheon Inside Diameter

Snap Split Escutcheon
IPS Two-Piece Escutcheons
Actual IPS
Pipe Size
Escutcheon
Inside Diameter
Price & Quantity
1/2" 7/8" $1.51 Enter a quantity and
3/4" 1-1/16" $1.55 Enter a quantity and
1" 1-1/4" $1.77 Enter a quantity and
1-1/4" 1-5/8" $3.77 Enter a quantity and
1-1/2" 1-7/8" $4.40 Enter a quantity and
2" 2-3/8" $5.19 Enter a quantity and
Snap Split Escutcheon
OD Two-Piece Escutcheons
Actual OD
Pipe Size
Escutcheon
Inside Diameter
Price & Quantity
1/2" 1/2" $1.55 Enter a quantity and
5/8" 5/8" $1.56 Enter a quantity and
7/8" 7/8" $1.60 Enter a quantity and
1-1/8" 1-1/8" $1.70 Enter a quantity and
1-3/8" 1-3/8" $4.19 Enter a quantity and
1-5/8" 1-5/8" $2.81 Enter a quantity and

Order in quantities of 24, 48, or 96
for even greater savings!


Standard Ceiling Mount Drop Nipples
Available in quality standard finishes -
Ideal for ceiling mounted rainshower heads

Sign of the Crab ceiling mount nipple

Description Chrome Supercoat Brass Polished Nickel Matte Nickel
1/2" x 4" Ceiling Drop Nipple $33.49 $12.56 $14.47 $26.85 Enter a quantity and
1/2" x 6" Ceiling Drop Nipple $32.95 $35.87 $36.17 $40.11 Enter a quantity and
1/2" x 8" Ceiling Drop Nipple $48.49 $48.37 $45.29 $41.32 Enter a quantity and
1/2" x 10" Ceiling Drop Nipple $57.50 $64.77 $57.48 $62.42 Enter a quantity and
1/2" x 12" Ceiling Drop Nipple $74.34 $75.42 $73.24 $79.85 Enter a quantity and
1/2" x 16" Ceiling Drop Nipple $82.88 $86.84 $86.75 $56.32 Enter a quantity and
1/2" x 24" Ceiling Drop Nipple $123.48 $123.78 $123.09 $126.78 Enter a quantity and

Deluxe Brass Constructed Nipples
Available in many designer finishes -
Ideal for ceiling mounted rainshower heads

Brass Constructed 1/2" IPS x 4" Ceiling Mount Drop Nipple:
Chrome - $29.95
Antique Brass - $71.25
Antique Copper - $92.69
Black Nickel - $97.50
Bronze Umber - $71.27
Enter a quantity and
Matte Black - $51.20
Oil Rubbed Bronze - $51.16
Pewter - $71.26
Polished Brass - $35.20
Polished Gold - $97.50
Enter a quantity and
Polished Nickel - $36.10
Satin Brass - $71.28
Satin Nickel - $36.09
Vintage Bronze - $51.08
Enter a quantity and

Brass Constructed 1/2" IPS x 6" Ceiling Mount Drop Nipple:
Chrome - $29.25
Antique Brass - $73.55
Antique Copper - $73.60
Bronze Umber - $73.54
Matte Black - $61.50
Enter a quantity and
Oil Rubbed Bronze - $61.52
Pewter - $73.60
Polished Brass - $61.60
Polished Nickel - $39.22
Enter a quantity and
Satin Brass - $73.52
Satin Chrome - $61.60
Satin Nickel - $39.11
Vintage Bronze - $61.55
Enter a quantity and

Brass Constructed 1/2" IPS x 12" Ceiling Mount Drop Nipple:
Chrome - $63.75
Antique Brass - $131.25
Antique Copper - $131.39
Bronze Umber - $131.40
Matte Black - $120.11
Enter a quantity and
Oil Rubbed Bronze - $120.15
Pewter - $131.35
Polished Brass - $120.30
Polished Nickel - $45.60
Enter a quantity and
Satin Brass - $131.28
Satin Chrome - $120.14
Satin Nickel - $86.25
Vintage Bronze - $120.22
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Self Seal Tub Spout & Shower Arm
Trim Plates

  • Fits 1/2" copper and 1/2" & 3/4" galvanized pipe nipples
  • Provides water leak protection in two areas: between spout plate and wall and around pipe protruding from wall
  • Covers unsightly stains or marks from prior installation
  • Quick and easy installation
  • Approximate dimensions: 3-1/4" O.D. ; 1-1/2" I.D. (max) and 3/8" thick
  • This side view gives you a better look at the elevation and ridge pattern of these shower arm trim plates
Please Note: The foam rings included with these trim plates are intended to stretch over the pipe to provide a snug, leak-protected fit. Please do not attempt to cut the foam ring, as this may compromise its ability to perform that function.
Model Description Price & Quantity
SS150 Self Seal Tub Spout & Shower Arm Trim Plate - Chrome $8.91 Enter a quantity and
SS150-PVD Self Seal Tub Spout & Shower Arm Trim Plate - PVD Polished Brass $11.94 Enter a quantity and
SS150-SN Self Seal Tub Spout & Shower Arm Trim Plate - Satin Nickel $12.72 Enter a quantity and
SS150-ORB Self Seal Tub Spout & Shower Arm Trim Plate - Oil Rubbed Bronze $13.11 Enter a quantity and
Note: If you are using this as a shower arm trim plate, you will also need a matching shower arm escutcheon available below
1/2" IPS Shower Arm Escutcheon - Polished Chrome $8.60 Enter a quantity and
1/2" IPS Shower Arm Escutcheon - Polished Brass $9.07 Enter a quantity and
1/2" IPS Shower Arm Escutcheon - Satin Nickel $12.15 Enter a quantity and
1/2" IPS Shower Arm Escutcheon - Oil Rubbed Bronze $13.84 Enter a quantity and

DrySeal Pipe Collar for Tub Spouts & Shower Arms
No special tools required

Tapered design compresses tightly to wall.
Creates a watertight seal around the pipe or tubing
Helps eliminate moisture creeping into wall opening, helping to prevent mold growth


DrySeal Pipe Collar - Fits 1/2" CTS - (5/8 OD) - see FAQ = $0.35
DrySeal Pipe Collar - Fits 1/2" IPS - see FAQ = $0.36
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Tub Spout Cover Up
No special tools required - Great for rental properties

Tub Spout Cover Up -
Fits Standard Tub Spouts = $9.69
3-1/2"OD; 1 3/4"ID; 1/8" thick;
chrome / mirror acrylic finish
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Related Items & Accessories



IPS & OD Pipe Sizing Explained

"IPS" stands for "Iron Pipe Size". Galvanized, black, stainless steel, brass, PVC and ABS schedule 40 are iron pipe sized piping. IPS pipe sizes are denoted by the inside diameter of the pipes, which are not precise measurements. The outside diameter of the pipe itself must be measured for correct size identification, as listed on the chart below. Once the pipe size is determined, choosing the correct escutcheon is easy since IPS escutcheons are designated by the IPS pipe size they will fit. Read further detailed information about IPS pipe sizing.

"OD" stands for "Outer Diameter" and is a measurement of the diameter of the pipe as taken from the outside edge to outside edge of the pipe looking straight at the body (not the threads) of the pipe. Copper piping is easier to determine by the outside diameter than IPS piping.

example of how to measure outside diameter of IPS pipe
1" iron pipe size (IPS)

approximate 1-1/4" outside diameter

Standard IPS Nipple and Pipe Sizing
Pipe
Size
Approximate
Outside Diameter (O.D.)
Approximate
Circumference
1/8" 3/8" 1-1/4"
1/4" 1/2" 1-3/4"
3/8" 5/8" 2-1/8"
1/2" 7/8" 2-5/8"
3/4" 1-1/16" 3-5/16"
1" 1-1/4" 4-1/8"
1-1/4" 1-5/8" 5-1/4"
1-1/2" 1-7/8" 6"
2" 2-3/8" 7-7/16"
2-1/2" 2-7/8" 9-1/16"
3" 3-1/2" 11"
4" 4-1/2" 14-1/8"
5" 5-9/16" 17-1/2"
6" 6-5/8" 20-3/4"
8" 8-5/8" 27-1/8"
10" 10-3/4" 33-3/4"
12" 12-3/4" 40-1/16"

Circumference = distance measured around the outside of the pipe


Round Shallow Escutcheon
Outside Dimensions

Escutcheon
Pipe Size
Escutcheon
O.D. Size
3/8" IPS 2-1/2" O.D.
1/2" IPS 2-1/2" O.D.
3/4" IPS 2-1/2" O.D.
1" IPS 2-3/4" O.D.
1-1/4" IPS 2-7/8" O.D.
1-1/2" IPS 3" O.D.
2" IPS 3-1/2" O.D.
Escutcheon
Pipe Size
Escutcheon
O.D. Size
1/2" OD 2-1/2" O.D.
5/8" OD 2-1/2" O.D.
7/8" OD 2-1/2" O.D.
1-1/8" OD 2-1/2" O.D.
1-1/4" OD 2-3/4" O.D.
1-3/8" OD 2-3/4" O.D.
1-1/2" OD 2-7/8" O.D.
1-5/8" OD 2-7/8" O.D.
2" OD 3-1/2" O.D.
Example:
example of 3 escutcheons with same OD but  differnt pipe sizes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. "What is the purpose of a pipe escutcheon?"
A. Think of pipe escutcheons as multipurpose trim for your plumbing setup. They're like protective and decorative sleeves for where your pipes poke through walls or floors, covering up any gaps or rough edges while also making your plumbing look neat and polished. Plus, they shield against water and debris sneaking past where it shouldn't, helping to prevent damage. Basically, they enhance the appearance of plumbing installations while offering protection against potential damage.

Q. "How are escutcheons kept in place?"
A. The pipe itself keeps the escutcheon centered; you can seal the underside of the rim with caulk or adhesive, which will block seepage and keep secure the escutcheon to the wall or floor.

Q. "What are snap/split escutcheons used for?"
A. Snap/split escutcheons are perfect for quick and easy installation around existing pipes without the need for disassembly. They are designed to separate at one end and have a hinge on the other side, which allows them to be spread apart on one side and then be closed in place around the pipe without having to slide them over an open end of the pipe. This makes them particularly useful for retrofitting or repairing plumbing installations where pipes are already in place.

Q. "What is a Smitty plate used for?"
A. A Smitty plate (also known as a remodeler's plate or a repair or retrofit plate) is used to cover larger holes in the wall where a faucet valve may have been replaced and it is not cost effective to replace the whole wall. They are also used when a larger hole was needed to repair a valve or leak, and a regular escutcheon is not sufficient to cover it.

Q. "What does "PVD" polished brass mean?"
A. "PVD" stands for "Physical Vapor Deposition" which is a modern plating process used in faucet manufacturing. Vaporized zirconium reacts with nitrogen and other gases to form a VERY durable plated surface. Unlike polished brass finishes in the past that would easily tarnish over time, polished brass finishes with PVD are extremely durable and won't generally tarnish or discolor.


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