Eaves for a shower - types and features of the choice

23-09-2018
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The bathroom has a high level of humidity, therefore, to prevent large amounts of moisture on the walls and floor, curtains are used. Accordingly, in order to hang the curtains, you must install the eaves. Next, we consider what are the curtain rods for the soul, and what to look for when choosing them.

Eaves for shower tray

General information

At first glance it may seem that the curtain rods for shower trays represent an extremely simple construction, therefore, with the choice of difficulties it cannot arise.

But, in reality, it must meet several requirements:

  • The size and shape should correspond to the size of the shower tray or bath, as well as the characteristics of the room.
  • The material of the product should not be exposed to moisture.
  • Since the material used for curtains is thick and heavy enough, the design must be durable.
  • Eaves for shower curtain should be in harmony with the interior of the bathroom.

Below we take a look at the curtain rods that meet these requirements.

Straight barbell

Types of cornices

Conventionally, all existing types of eaves can be divided according to two signs:

  • Form;
  • The material from which the product is made.

Below we take a look at all the varieties of the eaves.

Corner cornice

The form

First of all it should be said that the choice of form depends on the size of the shower tray or bath, as well as the characteristics of the room. On sale you can find products of the following forms:

The form Special features
Straight barbell The classic design, which often represents a telescopic tube. Most often used for baths or shower trays located in small rooms.
Angle (g-shaped) Represent a hollow metal pipe, bent at 90 degrees. The corner is most often rounded, which simplifies the use of the curtain. The corner curtain rail for the shower tray allows you to limit its space. It should be noted that the G-shaped designs are presented on the market by a number of configurations that differ:
  • By size;
  • Pipe diameter;
  • The thickness of its walls, etc.

Some models of these products imply additional ceiling fixation, which prevents the structure from sagging. In addition to parts for installation, various decorative elements can be included in the product package.
U-shaped The design is attached to only one wall of the room. It is most often used for square shower trays, for example, 80x80 or 90x90 cm. Like corner structures, they usually need additional ceiling fixation.
Semicircular It is an elegant design oval or round shape. Most often, a semicircular eaves for a shower tray is used in cases where the latter has an oval, rounded or asymmetrical shape. Most often, the product has the shape of an arc and is additionally fixed by ceiling fastening.

Tip! To make the product as close as possible to the peculiarities of the bathroom and sanitary fixtures, it can be purchased to order.

U-shaped design

Materials

As for materials, they are most often used:

  • Stainless steel - it is characterized by high strength, attractive appearance and corrosion resistance. Moreover, the stainless steel allows you to give the pipe any shape without the risk of breakage. Therefore, this material is currently the most common.
Aluminum rods of different colors
  • Aluminum - The price of aluminum products is lower than the stainless steel, while they are also resistant to corrosion. The only drawback is lower strength, with the result that they can sag under their own weight and weight of curtains.
  • Plastic - As a rule, it is used only as an additional material, as it flexes quickly.

Note! If small folds are visible on the bend of the pipe, it means that it is made of a metal of poor quality, prone to cracking. To purchase such a product does not make sense.

In the photo - round design

What to look for when choosing

In addition to the shape and type of material when choosing a product, you need to pay attention to the following points:

  • The practicality of the design depends on the type of attachment. The best option are screws. This method of installation is easy to do with your own hands and at the same time it is quite reliable.
  • The location of the ceiling mount - depends on the length of the curtains.
  • Rings for curtains - best of all, if they are made of aluminum and decorated with soft plastic. Otherwise, in the process of using the ring will rattle.
  • Design - as mentioned above, the appearance of the products must match other elements of the bathroom interior.

Tip! Polypropylene shower curtains that are popular today are easy to clean, however, they quickly break.

Here, in fact, the whole instruction for choosing a cornice for a shower or bath. Given all the above points, you can buy a reliable and practical product that will last for many years.

Conclusion

When choosing a shower curtain, you need to consider a number of factors. First of all, you should decide on the material, shape and size of the structure. In addition, an important role is played by the appearance of the product and the method of its fastening.

You can read some additional information on this topic from the video in this article.

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