The average person spends 8.2 minutes in the shower. Are you looking for a better showerhead to enjoy your shower more? If so, not all showerheads are the same.
Just walking down any home improvement store aisle shows you that there are several options out there for any budget. It can be a little overwhelming.
Wondering about the different types of showerheads? Showerheads can give you different spray patterns, water pressure, aesthetics, and more. Let us explain your options.
Wall Mount Showerhead
This is the most common showerhead for a residential shower. It is cost-efficient because it is cheap and easy to maintain. If you are on a budget for your home shower renovation, this is probably your best option.
You can find some that have multi-function so you can change the water spray pattern. The size of this showerhead is about five inches, but it is fixed. This means you can’t adjust the health of the shower because it is fixed on the wall.
You can change the direction of the spray by turning the nozzle. It will also rotate down and up and from side to side slightly.
These types of showerheads are pretty easy to install because your bathroom is already set up for one. Just remove your old showerhead and put on your new one.
When you choose a fixed showerhead, you are just buying the head, so it’s cheap and easy to get. Don’t forget to add a shower drain cover to prevent hair from clogging your shower drain.
Handheld Showerhead
Do you have a hard time adjusting the showerhead to get all the soap and shampoo away? If so, you may want to try a handheld showerhead. It is much more flexible and easy to use.
Plus, it is not too expensive. It can come in handy for washing kids and pets.
These showerheads usually come with a wall-mount and a flexible hose made of metal or plastic. Metal hoses are more durable, and you can also buy the showerhead if you already have the hose and mount at home.
Rainfall Showerhead
Do you want to have a more luxurious shower? If so, a rainfall showerhead can be mounted on the ceiling or wall. It can be as large as six to 12 inches depending on the style you choose.
If you choose to mount it from the ceiling, the pipes need to run through the ceiling. You can also choose a more cost-efficient shower arm. The arm can extend 12 to 16 inches of the actual showerhead.
You can have a multi-function spray for an even more luxurious shower experience. You will need to be mindful of the water pressure and your bathroom’s size if you want a rainfall showerhead.
Shower Panels
Shower panels offer the ultimate shower experience. They look futuristic and stunning and they have several features like water spraying from different directions, temperature control, LED screens, and more.
They are typically handheld to give you a thorough rinse and also a massage. They make your shower look luxurious.
These showerheads are designed so they don’t clog, which means they are low maintenance. These showerheads are expensive, and also quite expensive to install.
Dual Showerhead
Want a combination of a rain showerhead and a handheld? You can get a dual showerhead that offers two showerheads in one unit.
The water comes out from two sources, so you can have a different shower experience. You can find a wide range of pricing with these units, but some are pretty inexpensive.
Filtered Showerhead
Do you have hard water deposits that ruin the look of your shower doors and tiles? These white spots can be difficult to clean and are not attractive. Using a water softener system would fix the problem, but they are expensive.
If you want a cheaper alternative that is easier, consider a filtered showerhead. They have cartridge filters that remove these hard water minerals. You will need to replace the filters regularly, which can be a hassle.
The benefits of removing extra minerals will probably outweigh the hassle of changing a filter. You will see the elimination of scale buildup from your shower, and the filtered water is better for your skin and hair. It will help your skin feel more nourished instead of flakey and dried out.
High-Pressure Showerhead
Having great water pressure is satisfying when you want to get clean. If your home or apartment has bad water pressure, you may want to look at this type of showerhead.
How do they work? They will concentrate the water as it comes through your pipes to give it more pressure. A lot of showerheads do this in general, but they do not have a special high-pressure head unit.
Since this showerhead increases your water pressure, it may reduce your water efficiency. You may want to consider that if you are worried about your water bills.
Low-Flow Showerhead
For the smart homeowner that wants to be more eco-friendly, you may want to consider a low-flow showerhead. It will help your water bill go down.
When you look at showerheads, they are labeled gallons per minute or gpm. This shows how much water the showerhead uses every minute.
The average showerhead uses about 2.1 gpm. When you want a low-flow showerhead, you can find options ranging from 2.0, 1.75, 1.5., and 1.25 gpm. The lower your gpm will also lower your water pressure, but a good low-flow showerhead won’t change your water pressure too much.
Different Types of Showerheads Explained
Hopefully, this overview of the different types of showerheads helps you decide which is best for your home shower remodel. Make sure you take into consideration the size of your shower and the plumbing available. The best showerheads will give you the ultimate shower experience.
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