Shower curtain rails

How to deal with splashing water while showering? Forget the idea that you can control it. You need to get a practical helper, which can be either a shower screen or bathtub screen, or a faster and more efficient option – a shower curtain. An essential accessory for this is a shower curtain rod. The rod determines how effectively the room will be protected from water during showering.

Why choose a shower curtain?

• Good price-performance ratio. The cost of a shower curtain rod and the curtain itself is very low compared to other options, yet it provides a huge benefit. You can easily keep water contained within the bathtub or shower enclosure.

• Easy and quick installation. A shower rod usually only needs to be screwed in, but a telescopic tension rod does not require drilling and can be secured in a niche using springs. For longer rods or rods for bathtubs, ceiling support is recommended to prevent the weight of a wet curtain from stressing the rod.

• Elegant appearance. Shower rods come in a variety of designs and finishes, making it easy to integrate them into your bathroom style.

• Ability to change your bathroom according to your mood. A bathroom curtain rod allows you to transform the bathroom elegantly. Once you get bored with your current curtain, simply replace it with a new one. You could even adjust the room’s look according to the seasons.

Choose a shower curtain rod

There are several ways to install a shower curtain rod, depending on the space where you want to place it. There are several basic types, some of which also require ceiling support. Many models are adjustable, allowing you to extend or shorten them to fit the space. Options include straight rods for showers or bathtubs, telescopic tension rods, “L”-shaped bathroom rods, or “U”-shaped shower rods.

SANITINO Tips

• If the shower curtain rod needs to be screwed in, always drill into the grout and not the tile (tiles could crack).

• Adjust the curtain height so that the bottom does not “crumple.” Water could accumulate, causing odor or mold, and increasing the risk of accidents. Children could trip and pull the curtain and rod down.

• Always check the load capacity of the shower rod and remember that some curtain types become significantly heavier when wet.