How Does an Electric Shower Work?

Shower and electric water heater in the bathroom

Electric showers are not very common in English-speaking countries. Showers also have plumbing that is hidden out of sight, so it’s difficult to know exactly how they work. Here’s a rundown of exactly how an electric shower works. As a general rule, water is passed over a heated element in the shower. The heated element … Read more

Low vs. High-pressure Shower Heads

Low vs. High Pressure Shower Heads

In some regions, water is relatively scarce, and for this reason, using less water is a big advantage. One part of a home that uses a relatively high amount of water is the shower. In this article, I will explain the difference between a low-pressure and a high-pressure shower head. Overall, a low-pressure shower head … Read more

What Is a Shower Stall?

a modern shower stall

There are many different shower designs and layouts. They are often suited to the size of a bathroom but when there’s a lot of space, any type of shower can be used. In this article, I will explain what a shower stall is, and when it’s a good idea to have one of these types … Read more

How to Soften Water in Shower

Close-up view of a compact water softening and filtration system. Universal home water softening system.

Hard water deposits cause a build-up of calcium, lime, and rust. Typically these are very difficult to remove and can cause clogs and stains in water systems such as showers and toilets. Today, I will explain how to make shower water soft. Overall, a water softener, or water conditioner should be installed before the hot … Read more

Pebble Shower Floor Pros and Cons

close up photo of a shower with pebble floor

how it looks. It provides contrast between the shower floor and the rest of the shower that has that wow factor. Interestingly, there are a few different types of pebble shower floors, below I will cover what these are, as well as, more info about the pros on cons. Different Types of Pebble Shower Floors … Read more

How Do You Clean a Shower Door Track?

Hand wipes sliding shower door track with towel

Covid restrictions have eased and you’re eager to have family and friends over to stay. Like a lot of people, keeping certain areas of the house clean hasn’t been a priority but now that things are more relaxed, there is time to look at what has been overlooked. Upon closer inspection, you notice a layer … Read more

What Is a Roman Shower?

a modern roman shower

There are many different kinds of showers available nowadays, so you might have heard the phrase ‘Roman Shower’ around. What does it mean? A Roman Shower is occasionally called a wet room or doorless shower – and that is because unlike many other kinds of showers, it does not have a door, but rather, takes … Read more

How to Make Shower Water Hotter

a man is taking a shower but the water is too cold

You come home from a long day of work, ready to strip and relax in a steaming hot shower to wash the day away. You turn the faucet on, greeted by the soothing sound of running water. But as the minutes go by as you wait for the water to turn hot, your excitement turns … Read more

What Is a Roll In Shower?

a roll in shower with chair in it

When you get into the autumn years of your life, you might begin to need some more assistance in getting around your own home. With that established, what is a roll in shower and how can it help you? A roll in shower is a shower with a low point of entry which allows either … Read more

Types of Shower Valves Explained

types of shower valve

Shower valves are a bit complicated because there are a few different options, and it’s hard to know how they work and which ones are the best. Today, I will cover the different types of shower valves there are and the benefits and drawbacks of each. In general, there are 3 main types, manual, sequential, … Read more

How Tall Should Shower Doors Be

Plumber installing a shower cabin in bathroom

There are a range of different shower door types that open in different ways, such as a swing shower door that opens outwards towards you like a regular door. The height of a shower is important because it controls how easy it is to get in and out. So, today I will explain how tall … Read more