We all spend a lot of time in the shower, whether it is to contemplate life, sing along to music, or to prepare for a night out. Even after so much time, do you know what kind of shower head you have? Does it work well for you and your family?
On this page, we will describe the pros and cons of the 9 most common shower heads.
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1. Wall-Mounted
Among Australian homes, wall-mounted TVs are the most common. Wall-mounted shower heads are mounted on your bathroom wall as their name suggests.
Shower heads that mount to the wall are among the most affordable options. They are easy to install and low maintenance since they have fewer moving parts.
2. Rain
Wet clothes don’t feel good in the rain, but you want to stand out in the rain? You can recreate this experience from the safety of your shower with a rain showerhead.
The ceiling-mounted type is most commonly used, but longer arms can also be attached to your wall. It can be more expensive to install ceiling-mounted rain shower heads because pipes need to be run in the ceiling.
3. Handheld
You need a handheld shower head if you want more than just rinsing off suds. A handheld shower head makes it easy to wash the dog, clean the shower walls, and bathe the kids.
Additionally, this type of shower is great for the elderly and disabled, making showering easier. Furthermore, their prices range from very affordable for basic types with only one or two spray patterns to very expensive with lots of bells and whistles.
Its very good qualities are what also cause its major problems. These shower heads are prone to leaks because of the flexible hose and additional connections.
4. Dual
Would you like to install a rain shower head but don’t want low pressure showers forever? Dual shower heads are the perfect solution.
A dual type combines two different types into one unit, typically rain and handheld. You can enjoy a gentle, relaxing shower with a rain type one day, and a powerful, massaging shower with different spray patterns the next!
5. Sliding Bar/Rail
How many people in your family are different heights? It is perfectly possible to accommodate everyone with a sliding bar/rail shower head.
The rail shower head is available in a range of prices to suit every budget. There are typically several spray patterns available.
6. High Pressure
How about giving your muscles a real massage during your shower time? You might want to consider a shower head with high pressure.
Pressurised water is used to provide a steady stream of pressure that can help loosen knots. There are, however, a few drawbacks.
7. Low-Flow
Is there anything you do at home to conserve water? Whether you want to reduce your water bill or are concerned about the environment, low-flow showerheads are a great choice.
Unlike traditional shower heads, these water-efficient ones use considerably less water, come in a variety of styles, and don’t compromise on water pressure. Therefore, you’ll be doing your wallet and the environment a favor.
8. Panel
Choosing a panel shower head for your bathroom will give you the most luxurious showering experience. This shower comes with all the bells and whistles you could ever want. There are settings for spray patterns, temperature, and LED lighting.
A panel shower head usually comes with an overhead shower as well as a handheld one. With this combination of water pressure and relaxing rain showers, you get the best of both worlds.
9. Filtered
Is hard water a problem in your city? Hard water leaves streaks on your clean dishes and fixtures, makes it difficult for soaps and shampoos to suds up, and can cause your clothes to feel stiff.
Hard water can be easily dealt with by installing a filtered shower head. Your skin and hair will also be healthier when you use a filtered shower head!
In addition, there are only a few styles with limited spray patterns available for this type. Depending on how hard your water is, the filters need to be replaced every six months or so as well.