Luxurious Bathrooms

How to Make the Right Shower System Selection

The true value and importance of your household shower system should never be underestimated, considering the great amount of use it receives, and how big of an impact it can have on your personal well-being and lifestyle. Indeed, a good morning shower can really set you up for the day ahead, leaving you feeling refreshed and motivated to tackle any and all tasks that may be to come. So how can you get the very best out of your shower system, and ensure the ultimate experience both aesthetically and performance-wise?

A wide variety of different shower systems

Often, when purchasing a bathroom suite or full shower enclosure, numerous essential accessories will be included as part of the package; the shower tray and waste are notable examples, but the actual shower system itself will feature only very rarely. This is partly due to the wide variety of different shower systems on the market – it is best to specifically choose your own system so you can select a design that matches your personal preferences and requirements.

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There are several factors to consider before committing to your choice, such as your existing home water supply system. Combi boiler systems, for instance, will heat the water as and when it is needed, taking a supply from the mains and feeding it directly through to the faucet or shower head. Certain shower systems require a set minimum level of pressure to be operational, so if your property has low pressure, you may need to consider the addition of a water pump to enhance your home’s pressure capabilities. Otherwise, you’ll have to opt for a shower system that works at the existing low pressure level, likely ruling out any possibility of a power shower or other energy efficient system proving viable.

Of course, your needs may be slightly different if your household features multiple bathrooms. You could think about utilizing one shower as a back-up resource, which would be particularly useful for a crowded household, and help to prevent those morning battles for the shower! An electric shower is a perfect choice for the spare bathroom, as this type of system will continue to work even in the unfortunate event that your boiler isn’t functioning correctly.

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Accessorizing your shower system

In terms of aesthetics, there are plenty of details that can combine to form a truly stylish shower system, and the type of accessories you choose will depend on your overall style preference. In a traditional bathroom, a fixed riser shower would be an ideal choice, perhaps accompanied by a large monsoon head and cross head faucet handles. Allowing the pipework to remain exposed is another extremely simple yet effective way to enhance the appearance and traditional appeal of the space surrounding the shower system. By contrast, fans of contemporary design could opt for ultra-modern LED mood lighting, and a digital display shower panel – maybe even a remote control to adjust temperature and flow.

And after identifying the perfect details to improve your shower systems, you can also add a true sense of luxury to your bathroom on the whole by identifying the right accompanying fixtures. Heated towel racks are a tempting proposition for both modern and traditional bathrooms, also available in a wide range of different styles from Hudson Reed USA. These towel rails can either be plumbed into your central heating system, or you can instead choose an electrical version that can be easily switched on or off.

All of the usual suspects – toilet roll, toothbrush and tumbler holders to name some – are other accessories worth considering to create a coordinated overall look to your bathroom, of which your shower system should be a standout focal point.

Gail P
I am a beachy type of person, living in Newport Beach, and oftentimes I’ll go for a swim with my daughter. When I’m bored, I’ll help make package boxes for my little girl’s sticker company on Etsy.