Ahh the shower. It’s a place of relaxation and the perfect stage for us all to belt out our favourite tunes to no one (I sometimes think this is a good thing #tonedeaf). But it’s also a sanctuary for some of the best planning and innovating we can do in a 5-minute timeframe.
So, there’s no wonder why the shower is integral to creating the best environment for your shampoo to lather and vocal range to soar. How do you go about choosing the right shower to suit your needs, style, and budget? We’ll show you how.
Pegasi wall arm and microphone shower on adjustable hook combination in Gunmetal Design: Rebecca Jansma Image: Nikole Ramsay
Who is the shower for?
Step one to selecting the best shower for you is understanding who will be using it. For example, a rail shower is the perfect solution for a family bathroom. The sliding rail allows for versatility and can be adjusted to any height to suit each person using it. A rail shower is also great for cleaning and will change your shower-cleaning game forever. Trust us.
In your master ensuite, however, you could up your shower game with a ceiling-dropper and hand shower combination for ultimate luxury. On the days you don’t want to wash your hair, or need to wash your tan off, the hand shower will be your best friend. Make sure to install two separate wall mixers so you can use both the ceiling and hand shower at the same time!
Pegasi dual shower in Rose Gold Build: Larkin & Drought Homes Image: Carli Wilson
What kind of shower experience are you looking for?
It’s true, everyone showers differently. We also all have our own preferences for the types and sizes of shower heads we like. While we’re here, we’d like to clarify some of the misconceptions people have when it comes to the size of shower heads.
Firstly, the larger the shower head doesn’t always mean the better the shower. Because the head is much larger, the water has further to disperse, meaning the overall water pressure can be reduced significantly. Your standard 250mm shower head will provide sufficient pressure and coverage.
But if you want to be even more surprised, smaller shower heads are in the God Tier of shower heads. You know the ones that look like microphones? Yep, they’re by far the best of the best and our personal favourites. Whether on a rail or adjustable hook, these showers will change the way you shower forever. They provide the right amount of pressure and will surprise you with the amount of coverage you can get.
ABI Interiors wall shower in brushed copper Build: LB Building Design: Ali Waight Image: Nic Stephens
What size is your bathroom?
The next important element to consider is the size and shape of your bathroom so you can maximise on the space available to you. If you have a smaller bathroom and you only have space for a 900x900 shower, a rail shower or ceiling dropper would be best. Larger spaces can afford to have dual shower rails, and if you’re very fortunate with space, two showers are great for symmetry and use for two people at once.
Are you doing a quick renovation retrofit or building from scratch?
This question is one of the easiest to answer when talking shower heads. If you are doing a quick renovation and aren’t adjusting any other aspects of the space, finding a shower to retrofit to your existing water outlet is simple. The position of the outlet will determine which showers you can choose from. If you aren’t quite sure what will work best, just ask your plumber or our consultants for help. And if you’re completing a new build, just take the above three steps into consideration when you’re planning your space.
Cascade gooseneck shower in Matte Black
Hopefully we haven’t made this choice even more overwhelming for you. The truth is, choosing the right shower for you is a very personal one but we’re here to guide you to make the best possible decision for your needs. There are plenty more things to consider, but this is a great place to start.
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