Definitions

Dam In a toilet bowl, the barrier built into the trapway that controls the water level in the toilet bowl.
Deck-mount Term used to describe a faucet that is mounted on the deck of the bathtub enclosure, rather than on the rim of the bathtub or on the wall. Also referred to as a Roman spout faucet.
Designer glass Decorative shower door glass for a customized look in the bathroom.
Dial Plate Trim piece found behind a single-control wall-mount faucet handle. Also known as a face plate.
Diaphragm Flexible membrane in a valve which deflects down onto a rigid area of the valve body to regulate water flow from the supply lines. The large diaphragm found in Kohler's Rite-Temp pressure-balancing valves is resistant to minerals and other debris often found in a water supply. This eliminates the possibility of debris build-up within the valve.
Diffuser Device for reducing the velocity and increasing the static pressure of a fluid passing through a system.
Directional jet Whirlpool air discharge unit with pivot allowing discharge path to be adjusted by the user.
Disposal basin Basin of sink which contains drain to garbage disposal. Kohler's deep disposal basins result in less splashing.
Diverter Valve which redirects flow of water to another application within a plumbing system. It is commonly used for diverting water from the tub faucet to a showerhead. With Kohler's 3-way diverter, two shower options--such as a showerhead and bodysprays--can operate at the same time.
Diverter valve Valve which redirects flow of water to another application within a plumbing system. It is commonly used for diverting water from the tub faucet to a showerhead. With Kohler's 3-way diverter, two shower options--such as a showerhead and bodysprays--can operate at the same time.
Do-it-yourself A project which is suitable for completion by someone other than a person trained or certified for plumbing installation or other professional services.
Do-it-yourself Installation completed by someone other than a person trained or certified for plumbing installation or other professional services.
Double basin Sink which offers two separate basins. If you do dishes by hand or do a lot of food preparation, you may prefer a double- or triple-basin KOHLER kitchen sink.
Drain Any pipe which carries off water or water-born wastes in a plumbing drainage system.
Drain body The portion of a drain fitting which receives the stopper.
Drain lever A lever assembly secured to a drain body to lift a stopper and allow water to leave a basin. Also known as ball lever.
Drain linkage An adjustable strap or bar forming a connection between the lift rod of a faucet and the ball lever assembly of the drain. Also known as connecting link.
Drinking fountain Fixture that delivers a stream or jet of drinking water through a nozzle. KOHLER drinking fountains are ADA-compliant when installed at a maximum height of 36" from the floor.
Drop-in Style of bathtub or whirlpool bath which includes an integral mounting rim as part of the overall structure. Installed in a custom bath surround, the Portrait bathtub from Kohler creates a luxurious bathing space.
Dual flush Toilet trip lever feature which offers user choice of 1.1 or 1.6 gallon flush. By using KOHLER toilets which feature a dual-flush trip lever, the average family can save at least 2,000 gallons of water each year.
Duct tape Heavy duty cloth-based repair tape for temporary emergency repair of piping or tubing. Does not provide an effective water seal and may dry out and lose its adhesion over time.
Duostrainer Sink drain fitting consisting of a strainer body attached to the drain opening and a removable basket. Also called a strainer. KOHLER offers duostrainers in metal and colored finishes to match or complement the color of a kitchen sink.
DWV Drain-Waste-Vent. The system of pipes to safely convey water and waste from fixtures to the building's sewerage outlet.