Which Shower is For Me? Electric Shower, Mixer Shower Or a Power Shower
By James Chapman
So you have decided that you need to get a new shower installed.
We will offer you some pointers and advice to help you make the right decision without confusing you with technical jargon, promise!
Before deciding whether to get a power, electric or mixer shower, you need to look at the area that your new shower installation will be going into.
Whether you have had a shower previously fitted in the room or not is one of the many considerations that you need to take into account when deciding whether to fit an electric, power or mixer shower, for the part of the house that you are considering having it installed into.
For many people the main deciding factor of which shower to use is the cost of the whole project.
Things to consider when deciding which one of the showers to fit:
Does the room have hot and cold water in it or just cold?
If not, is it worth getting them installed?
Is there sufficient drainage in the area?
What is the water pressure like in the area?
Is there suitable electrics there or do you need to bring in an electrical contractor?
All these can be crucial in deciding whether to choose an electric, mixer or power shower. Of course, budget can come into play here as well as the amount of work and supplies that you would need to complete the installation all add to the cost of your new shower.
Therefore, here are some things to think about when deciding which one of the showers to choose.
Electric Shower:
Some people just do not like the idea of electricity and water being so close together. This if installed properly by a competent fitter and a good quality shower would never be a problem. Thete is also the question of the additional costs of having power cables run for the electric shower to use as well as the additional costs on your energy bills after all it is heating water with electricity.
Power Shower:
Ideal in areas where there is a low water pressure. As they will increase the water pressure through the showers head, giving a much more refreshing showering experience.
Mixer Shower:
The best solution in many cases if you have good water pressure in the area where the shower is going to be installed.
You need a good regular, even temperature hot water supply to feed through the shower.
If you only have cold water supplies to the room where your new shower is going to be installed then you really are limited to a electric shower, as long as you have a suitably strong enough power supply, as they do use a large amount of energy.
You can also fit a pump to the water system if need to increase the water pressure to the shower although these too are powered by electricity, although they do not require anywhere near the amount of electricity that an electric powered shower would use.
As with many things everyone is different, your home is an extension of your family and as such, no one choice can be right for everyone. The above is provided as a guide offering a few pointers and questions to ask when choosing which type of shower to be installed. Whether or not you choose an electric shower, power shower or mixer shower is up to the individual, your circumstances and your budget.
If you are in any doubt, get some advice from a reputable contractor before undertaking any work.
Written by James Chapman, a director of Bella Bathrooms Ltd who supply shower products across the UK.
Bella Bathrooms is an online retailer formed by 2 plumbers from the North East of England. Having hands on experience of custom bathroom installation and products has enabled Bella Bathrooms Ltd to only select quality bathroom products for their online shop. They sell bathroom furniture, bathroom suites, showers and bath related products for consumers through the United Kingdom.
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