Getting the results you are looking for can be rewarding when you are remodeling your bathroom. Especially if you have the shower of your dreams with the right showerhead! There are so many ideas when it comes to showers, and you can customize your shower to your needs and of your family. Continue reading →
When most people think of showerheads they think “a shower is a shower!” Oh contre…on average we spend 80+ hours a year in the shower. So a shower really is a quick invigorating boost, a relaxing massage (especially for those aching, sore muscles), a refreshing cleanse, or a much-needed retreat.
Have you ever replaced your showerhead? If you have, you probably went through weeks if not months of contemplation and procrastination…or just went with whatever and ended up regretting your haste. It’s actually a very simple process, and with a few tips you’ll be able to get the perfect showerhead for you and your household. Here is a simple guide to help you buy the right showerhead.
Hand held vs. fixed
Fixed showerheads are attached to a shower arm and mounted permanently to the wall. Hand held showerheads are attached to the wall with flexible tubing, which makes it easier to maneuver water where you want it. The head can be placed in a cradle to serve as a conventional wall-mounted shower. Hand showers are ideal for washing children, pets and easier shower cleaning.
Height: If there is more than one person using the same shower, the fixed or mounted heads should be high enough for the tallest person. The ideal in this situation is mounting the head to an adjustable arm or a slide bar.
Spray patterns
Emphasis on spray patterns is extremely important as this determines the comfort level of your shower. Spray patterns vary from the most common full-body shower to combo spray patterns such as:
Many showerheads today combine all of these and any combination in between with a twist of a dial.
Water volume
The volume of water greatly depends on the showerhead. The average household single-head shower uses at most 2.5 gallons of water per minute. Today there are also several options for showerheads which use less water, are more eco-friendly, and still provide the same level of luxury. Just as important as water use is the size of your pipes. Most homes have half-inch pipes, but three-quarter-inch pipes are also available which afford larger shower systems that require more water to be moved.
Size and comfort
Large showerheads are modern bathrooms fashion.. Showers have become an intricate part of interior architecture in todays bathroom. Large showerheads also gives you more freedom to move and a much more sensual experience, such as the Raindance or Rainfall by Hansgrohe)
Environmentally friendly
Enjoying water does not necessarily mean increasing your consumption. Trendsetting shower technologies have reduced water consumption by up to 40%. Reducing your hot water consumption also reduces your energy consumption, meaning fewer CO2 emissions and lower costs.
California residents: make sure you follow the states Eco rules and regulations!
With these simple tips and a little shopping you’ll surely be able to find and buy the right showerhead to complement your decor and bring you years of satisfaction, invigoration and relaxation.