Not only does your bathroom serve as an important part of your home but also this is a very private place where you start off your morning as well as wash away all the stress and tiredness you collect during the whole day. Considering that you use this place every single day, having the best possible shower system turns out to be quite an important step during the process of redesigning your interior.
Given a great variety of options in what concerns different types, finishes, and arrangements of shower facilities, making your choice could prove to be pretty challenging actually. No matter if it is a big rain shower or a small hand-held shower, being aware of the shower types that you can choose from will greatly simplify the whole selection process for you.
The following shower guide will discuss all key aspects of buying your perfect shower set-up including analysis of your bathroom, main types of shower heads, and so ahead.
1. Assessing Your Bathroom Space and Layout
However, before jumping into selecting the type of materials or fixtures to install, it is important to consider the physical dimensions of the area you are remodeling.
Small Bathrooms Evaluation
When dealing with small bathrooms, the primary consideration will be designing for efficiency of space. The corner or the alcove design will be a fantastic choice for the purpose. Clear glass should also be used for the screens instead of dark fabric in order to provide a more spacious look. Since space is limited in this case, fixtures that are large could cause hindrances when taking a shower. Therefore, slimline or flush mounted fixtures will guarantee comfort without any blockage.
Large Master Bathroom Design
If you have a very spacious master bathroom, the possibilities become endless. You may include the wet room design, a large enclosed shower or even go for fixtures such as ceiling mounted systems or a huge twin station setup. The most fun part is creating a double shower system that can allow two persons to share the experience at one time.
Clearance Measurement
You need to have enough clearance just outside the shower door. In case you are working with a rotated glass door, make sure that it has sufficient clearance so that it can open easily without striking anything like the vanity, toilet, and even the doorway itself. It would be great if you go for sliding doors.
2. Understanding the Main Types of Showers
When an interior designer talks about showers, what they mean is a fully built enclosure, including the shower base, the waterproofed walls, and glass partitions. These are some of the most common structural arrangements used today.
The Walk-In Wet Room
This is a very modern and open design. In a walk-in shower, there will be an even flooring with absolutely no step-up tray for access. The room will give you both luxury and functionality. Typically, there is one pane of glass separating the shower section from other sections of the bathroom. This makes for a very beautiful design that is easy to maintain since there is no dirt collector such as metallic tracks and hinges.
The Traditional Enclosure
This is the most commonly used design arrangement for most showers. This design includes a dedicated shower base (tiled tray) that is separated from other sections of the room through a sliding, pivot, or folding glass door. It offers excellent insulation, allowing you to enjoy your hot shower when temperatures are low.
The Shower and Tub Combo
Do you find yourself having to bend while taking showers? Or maybe you prefer lounging in the tub? This combo would work perfectly for you! Installing the shower above the tub saves you so much room on the floor. This is particularly significant if there are children in the house.
3. Deep Dive: Exploring Different Shower Head Types
Having determined what kind of structure would suit you, it is time to pick a type of water delivery device. The choice you make determines your shower experience completely.
1. Rainfall Showers Overhead
These represent absolute luxury. Installed either higher up on the wall or right under the ceiling, a rainfall shower has a large front that sprays water vertically down onto you, giving you a very pleasant sensation, as if it rains warmly upon you.
Orvieon Recommendation: To get that contemporary feel, consider installing the Chrome Super-slim Square Rainfall Shower Head 250mm. Very thin design makes it look extremely cool and provides you with an exceptionally broad shower flow.
2. Handheld Wands: Highly Versatile Devices
When flexibility is what you are looking for, a handheld waffle shower is the answer. Connected to a flex hose, such a shower allows directing a water jet right where you need it. These are highly practical when showering kids, cleaning animals or just fast-washing down the glass enclosure.
Orvieon Recommendation: If versatility is the most important thing for you, consider buying the Matt Black ABS 3 Functions Handheld Shower Head. It provides several modes of operation, including a powerful massage flow.
3. Dual Showers Systems (Twin Showers) Do you really want just one?
With this dual shower set-up, you’ll get a powerful rain shower head overhead combined with an auxiliary sliding rail hand-held wand. The integrated diverter allows you to alternate between them or use both simultaneously. This is commonly recognized as the perfect solution for a family home because of its flexibility.
Orvieon Recommendation: To experience this kind of luxurious set up, simply combine our rain shower heads with a sliding rail hand-held wand from the Shower Collection.
Standard Wall Mounted Showerheads
This is a traditional, extremely reliable fixture with water directed away from the wall. Even though it lacks a stylish design of a ceiling mounted shower, it is extremely simple to mount and produces better flow intensity.
4. Water Pressure: The Hidden Deciding Factor
No matter how costly and rated your fixtures might be, without sufficient water pressure, everything is going to be for nothing.
Testing Flow Rates
Before you purchase showerheads with very large faces, you should check your home's water pressure first before anything else. In gravity-fed systems, there isn't really enough power to provide enough water through an large 300mm rainfall fixture, thus resulting in a meager stream of water rather than a torrent.
Selecting Proper Hardware When Water Pressure Is Insufficient
With insufficient water pressure, the best course of action would be to buy fixtures that are engineered for improving flow rates. With modern shower heads, the internal air injection technique increases the pressure of the water without using more water. Otherwise, installing a smaller shower head would increase the concentration of the spray.
5. Matching Your Bathtubs Showers & Hardware
A beautiful, well-matched look for your bathroom relies heavily on getting your metallic touches right. Too many colors may detract from the costly process and make it appear bad-looking. Improving your current appearance should be done thoughtfully.
1. Unity through Design
When designing a combo space, all your bathtubs, showers, and hardware must share an aesthetic. In other words, if you decide on a sleek, matte black showerhead, you will need to guarantee that your bathtub mixer, vanity tap, and towel rails are also matte black.
2. Popular Metallic Finishes
- Chrome: This time-tested option is very tough, easy to maintain, and highly reflective. The latter makes smaller bathrooms seem bigger.
- Matte Black: Stylish and contemporary while being very hard to stain. Adds class and elegance to the room.
- Brushed Brass / Gold: Extremely warm and high-class. This type of metal goes fantastically well with dark green or navy tiles.
- Brushed Nickel: This soft version of chrome is great at hiding any water spots.
6. Materials and Maintenance
While looking for a shower, it is equally as important to take note of what materials are on the inside of the fixture as well.
Solid Brass Construction
In terms of longevity and durability, solid brass is king. It is dense, highly corrosion-resistant on the inside, and can handle heat changes extremely well.
Get the Look at Orvieon: When you want serious weight and architectural appeal, take a look at our Brass Round Shower Head 300mm. If you need a complete wall-mounted setup, the Bordeaux Shower Arm With Shower Head brings a touch of classic elegance to your space.
ABS Plastic Parts
Handheld wands used today are often made from ABS plastic. Though the term "plastic" may seem less desirable, the truth is that ABS plastic is extremely functional when it comes to handheld showers. It weighs much less than other materials, and therefore is less likely to damage your tile flooring or bathtub coating in case of dropping.
7. Top Picks: Finding the Best Showers at Orvieon
Putting in excellent fixtures is one of the best ways to guarantee that your bathroom becomes a luxurious place to relax for many years. The luxury of having a perfect shower set-up gives you a level of comfort that ordinary hardware does not offer. These design choices will help you create a beautiful and relaxing bathroom that lasts for many years.
At Orvieon, we believe everyone should have access to luxurious bathrooms without necessarily paying extra for it. We provide high-quality bathroom fixtures at very affordable prices.
If you are ready to refine your home, we invite you to browse our wide variety of options. From popular modern rainheads like the Caroma Luna series to heavy-duty brass designs and complete designer shower sets, you will find exactly what you need at Orvieon. Visit our store today to find the perfect centerpiece for your daily routine!
8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the most effective shower head to use if your water pressure is low?
When your water pressure is low, you need to select a small but powerful shower head. Avoid selecting large and spacious 300 mm rainfall shower heads as they will diffuse the water that you already have, resulting in weak water pressure. In such cases, you can go for a medium-sized wall-mounted shower head or a hand-held shower head.
What is the correct installation height of the shower head?
The general height of installing the wall-mounted shower head on the wall is 200 cm or 2 meters from the ground level. However, when mounting the ceiling-mounted rain shower head, try to avoid installing it at a higher position where even the tallest member of your family might bump his head against the shower head. At the same time, you shouldn't install it too low to allow the water to cool down by the time it reaches your body.
Is it possible to change the shower head without changing the entire piping system?
Of course, it is quite easy to do that if you already have a regular shower arm coming out of the wall. All that you have to do is remove the old shower head and replace it with a new one, remembering to secure its threaded connections using some plumber's tape. This will be among the most affordable and simplest upgrades that you can carry out.
Is it worth installing a twin shower system?
Indeed, in most cases, it turns out to be extremely beneficial. With a twin shower system, you will be able to experience two great pleasures at once: the soothing effects of overhead showers and the everyday necessity of a handheld shower wand. In addition, such a showering setup is quite handy for cleaning glass screens and bathing pets.
What kind of finish is the most easily maintained?
The type of finish that hides stains and fingerprints most easily is called a brushed finish, which includes brushed nickel and brushed brass. The chrome finish is extremely durable, although it needs regular cleaning to retain its mirror-like appearance. Black matte, on the other hand, needs occasional maintenance to prevent scratching.
