Apart from being a functional necessity, a shower can add a touch of luxury to a bathroom remodeling. Enclosures, faucets, showerheads, and filters can make a massive difference in your shower experience and leave a lasting impact.

From body showers to walk-in designs and everything in between, there’s sure to be a type of shower that suits your household’s needs and budget. Yet, with so many options available today, it can be overwhelming to choose the best type for your bathroom. If you’re looking to remodel your bathroom,

Here’s a breakdown of some of the most popular shower types.

Tub-Shower Combo

Tub-shower combos offer the best of both worlds – a shower for busy mornings and a bathtub for relaxation. This combo is great for individuals and families alike and offers an efficient use of space, eliminating the need to have separate areas for each component. Style a tub-shower combo with a shower curtain or glass enclosure to suit the aesthetic of the bathroom remodeling.

Walk-In Showers

Walk-in showers are a good choice if you are looking for a modern, minimalist design. Available curbed or curbless, walk-in showers allow for an easy to transition between the bathroom floor and the shower stall. Not only are they stylish, walk-in showers are ideal for people with limited mobility or those planning to age in place.

 

Curbless Showers

Curbless (or zero-entry) showers offer a seamless transition from the bathroom floor to the shower. Popular for their open-concept designs, curbless showers offer easy cleaning, functionality, and safety, especially for senior citizens or people with mobility challenges. However, no door means less privacy, and without proper sloping, there is the risk of poor drainage and spills onto the bathroom floor. Plus they tend to be colder than enclosed showers.

Eco-Friendly Showers

For the environmentally conscious, eco-friendly showers are made from environmentally friendly materials and reduce your water and energy consumption. They are designed to minimize water usage without compromising performance and can be equipped with high-tech features such as low-flow showerheads, aerators, and smart water control systems to conserve water and promote sustainability.

Body Showers

Body showers consist of multiple spray heads placed at different heights for an all-over experience. Spray heads can be adjusted for intensity, direction, and pattern and allow users with mobility issues to clean hard-to-reach areas without hassle or strain. These showers can be attached to a panel or the heads can be built directly into the wall. For large showers, couples, or pure indulgence, body showers can also be attached to opposite walls if space permits.

Handheld Showers

Handheld showers allow users to hold on to the showerhead and direct the water flow where it’s needed for greater flexibility, increased reach, and directional control. A detachable showerhead can be mounted on a wall bracket or held by hand. Those with mobility issues, children, and pets can benefit from bringing water closer to the body. Plus, a handheld showerhead allows a user to shower while seated, target difficult-to-reach areas, and clean the shower enclosure easily.

Rainfall Showers

If you crave a soothing, downward spray, a rainfall shower may be right for you. The larger showerhead disperses water in a wide pattern, making you feel like you’re standing under a gentle rainfall to create a spa-like ambience. They cover the body from head to toe and offer a salon-like hair rinsing experience. Consider a ceiling-mounted or overhead shower arm for optimal water distribution.

Steam Showers

Turn your bathroom into a soothing, spa-like retreat with a steam shower. Equipped with a steam generator that creates a relaxing atmosphere, steam showers are great for athletes, gym buffs, or anyone who suffers from sore muscles, respiratory issues, or skin problems. Steam helps open airways, promotes circulation, relieves muscle tension, hydrates, relieves itching, and more. Consult your doctor before beginning a steam shower regimen.

Ready to plan your perfect shower oasis? Then contact P.C. Plumbing, Heating, AC & Remodeling today for a free in-home consultation and turn your dream bathroom into a reality.