Installing a rainfall shower – is it worth it?

Are you in the middle of fitting out your bathroom and wondering whether installing a rain shower is a good idea? This type of shower has become quite popular recently. You can see it especially in the ranges offered by bathroom retailers. Why might fitting a rain shower in a shower enclosure turn out to be one of your better renovation decisions?

Benefits of a rain shower

With a rain shower you’ll discover a whole new level of bathing comfort. You’ll find that even a quick shower can be a genuine moment of pleasure and relaxation. It’s all thanks to the water stream produced by the rain shower, which gently massages your body and helps relax your muscles.

Additionally, this solution offers you:

• greater freedom while washing – unlike a shower handset, a rain shower doesn’t require manoeuvring. You can simply stand beneath it and the water will wash over your whole body,
• an adjustable water flow – from an intense “waterfall” to a gentle drizzle-like fall,
• water savings – the latest rain shower models come with aerators which, by aerating the water, create the impression there is much more of it, so you end up using considerably less,

Installing a rain shower in a shower enclosure – what to look out for?

Colour, shape, size, the height at which the rain shower will be installed – it all matters. No less important is the shower diverter for the rain shower, and even the water supply to the mixer.

Too low a water pressure in the system may mean the rain shower’s potential is not fully realised. An unsuitable diverter, in a set with a shower handset, can also make switching the flow from the rain shower to the handset less than comfortable.

Therefore, when choosing a rain shower, pay attention to:

• whether the rain shower has flow-intensity adjustment,
• whether the set includes a thermostat, allowing you to set the water temperature with ease,
• whether the set is made of stainless steel, ensuring long and reliable use,
• whether the rain shower offers free adjustment of the angle at which you can set it while washing,
• whether the rain shower’s diverter operates smoothly and is intuitive.

At what height should you install a rain shower?

Do you want to make full use of your rain shower’s potential? Then be sure to install it at the correct height. For a wall-mounted rain shower, this will be around 210-220 centimetres from the floor. Ideally, adjust the installation to the household members’ height. It’s good for the rain shower to be 20-30 centimetres above the head of the tallest user.

If you opt for a ceiling-mounted rain shower, the room height will determine its distance from the floor. With this option, make sure the shower head is installed at the centre of the shower area.

Not just in the shower…

Do you dream of a rain shower, but don’t want to give up your bath? You can now choose a compromise by opting for a shower panel. Such a set lets you mount the rain shower on an adjustable arm. At the same time, the set usually includes a shower handset, and it all pairs perfectly with a classic bath mixer tap.

This way you’ll gain an even more practical bathing space in the comfort of your home. Whenever you wish, you’ll be able to enjoy a pleasant shower under the rain shower, while still having a comfortable bath at your disposal.

Rain shower – a modern solution for your bathroom

Installing a rain shower in your shower is a twenty-first-century solution that has become an almost essential feature of every innovative bathroom. It’s no surprise. This solution is not only functional and practical but also enhances bathing comfort.

A properly set water stream, imitating rainfall, will let you relax and unwind. So choose a completely different dimension of showering today and opt for the modern solution for your bathroom that is the rain shower.