subject: Tips To Choosing The Right Shower Head [print this page] Bathrooms may not be the most romanticised rooms in your home but they are regularly used and take a lot of abuse over the years. As such it is necessary to make sure that you regularly maintain them. Without regular maintenance you could run into expensive repairs down the line.
When looking to maintain your bathroom, check all of the regularly used spaces. Your shower is likely to have gone through some wear and tear over the years. While other bathroom fixtures are generally built to last for decades, some builder grade shower accessories are not. If you haven't upgraded your shower accessories like the head of your shower since your house was built, you may need to look into replacing it. Shower heads are usually the first thing to go bad in a bathroom. They can get loose, get stuck, rust, break, and leak. All of these problems however can be solved by simply upgrading it.
Now, you don't have to spend tons of money on shower heads. A basic head will only cost you ten dollars. Most standard shower heads today come with at least two or three flow features as well. However, if you do want to replace your old head with a more robust head for the shower, you may have to lay down more money. You may find this worth the investment in some cases. With environmentally friendly shower heads entering the market, a new head can actually help you save money on your water bill.
When considering purchasing a new shower head make sure you do your research. There are many options available and knowing which one to pick can be a bit of a challenge. The first thing you want to consider is budget. Set your budget and stick with it. You can weed out a lot of shower heads just by knowing how much you want to spend. You also want to pick a style. Decide if you want a stationary head or a detachable head or if you want to add additional shower heads for a full coverage feel. This information can help you further narrow down your choices till you have a handful of potentials.
Once you have this handful of potentials you can decide on which shower head or shower heads will look best in your space. Style to some individuals is just as important as function. If you plan on changing other fixtures and accessories in your shower get a head for the shower that reflects that change. However, if you intend on keeping everything else the same, make sure you pick a head that matches your existing set up.
In order to get the best deal, search around online retailers. Compare prices, brands and features and look for customer reviews and ratings to be sure that you are getting the best value and performance. A little bit of research can go a long way in ensuring that your new shower head is stylish, functional and affordable.
