How to choose a shower arm?

Are you planning to order a shower head arm? Do you want to replace your shower fitting with a rain showerhead? Below we present information that will help you make the best decision for yourself. Installing rain showerheads is not the easiest task, so it's worth asking for specialist help, whether it will be ceiling-mounted or more wall-mounted types.

What is a rain showerhead?

A rain showerhead is also known as a rain diffuser (though this terminology is relatively rare). It is a shower element that allows for the dispersion of water. It allows you to bathe in gentle streams of water resembling rain. Its range is from 20 cm to 60 cm. It's perfect for a modern bathroom. A rain showerhead is an alternative to a traditional showerhead. It resembles traditional shower handsets but is significantly larger. Manufacturer Mexen has prepared various types of rain showerheads suitable for many types of bathrooms and divides them into categories:

• round and rectangular/square;
• ceiling-mounted and wall-mounted;
• exposed and built-in
• wall-mounted, shower options, and ceiling-mounted are also available.

Wall-mounted rain showerheads, which are rectangular or square-shaped, have a larger diameter than round products and are therefore most often chosen. As a manufacturer, Mexen offers only high-quality fittings. The material they are made from is stainless steel. This makes them resistant to conditions inside the bathroom. Importantly, as a manufacturer, Mexen guarantees this. On the market, you will also find types made of plastic. However, they are not as durable as those made of stainless steel. The installation varies depending on the type: you can choose between wall-mounted and ceiling-mounted rain showerheads.

What components make up a built-in and exposed rain showerhead?

A ceiling-mounted rain showerhead consists of: heads, a shower arm, an exposed system, or a mixer. If you decide to order a built-in shower set, you will have significantly more space in the bathroom because the shower mixer will be installed under the plaster. If you decide to order an exposed shower set, all elements are mounted on the plaster, as the manufacturer usually intends. You can install the shower set yourself on the shower wall. This set is also perfect for installation over a bathtub. However, using it may not be as comfortable as with a cabin, as this solution may cause water to leak during bathing.

What is a bathroom rain shower arm?

An arm can be round or rectangular in shape. It's a tube through which water flows to the rain showerhead. This creates the shower. Shower arms have a rounded shape. When selecting them for a device, you should pay attention to whether the manufacturer produced a round or rectangular rain showerhead. A round arm suits a round showerhead, while a rectangular tube suits a rectangular showerhead. Manufacturer Mexen has shower arms in its offer that perfectly match both classic and modern styled interiors. The arms come in various sizes and lengths. Individual categories, which they are divided into, will make ordering and purchasing easier for you.

There are models available where installation can be done at the ceiling. You also have the option of wall models. Before buying a product, you should pay attention to its material. Each manufacturer will offer slightly different products. Cheaper rain showerheads are made of plastic, making them less resistant to mechanical damage. If you want the showerhead to last for many years, choose a more durable material – stainless steel. Mexen offers only high-quality products, ensuring they are water-resistant and will serve you for many years.

How to match arms to shower rain heads?

If you want to match an arm, you should consider:

• the height at which the rain showerhead is to be mounted;
• the length the product should have;
• shape – the rain showerhead should have a shape similar to the other accessories in the bathroom, whether it's round or rectangular or square;
• material – it should match the other elements of the sanitary fittings;
• color – arms are available in various colors, but black is increasingly chosen. This is because black fits in any bathroom, both traditionally and modernly styled;
• functionality – it's also important what features the model should have. Therefore, you need to consider the intensity of the stream you want;
• head selection

If necessary, there's no obstacle to choosing specific rain showerhead models and shower arms. The purchase of heads or installation can be entrusted to a specialist who will properly perform their work, guided by the instructions prepared by the manufacturer.