Advantages and Disadvantages of Sliding Shower Sets

Almost everyone appreciates the benefits of showering. It's no wonder. A cooler morning shower energises you for action, while an evening shower with a dispersed stream of warm water and a shower of tiny droplets washing over the body relaxes and unwinds. If we install a functional sliding shower set, offering various showering options, in the shower cabin, we'll experience the positive effect of the shower on our muscles. What other positive features do these popular and widely used solutions have?

Where can a sliding shower set be installed?

The answer seems obvious - they are usually installed within shower cabins or in a designated zone of the bathroom. In bathrooms featuring only a bathtub, where there’s no room for a shower, you can still enjoy a refreshing water massage. Simply equip the bathtub with a special screen or at least a construction to hang a shower curtain. Above such a secured bathtub, you can safely install a sliding shower set. However, technical considerations require maintaining the correct installation height to avoid flooding the bathroom.

The shower rail as an important element of the sliding shower set

A sliding shower set can only be surface-mounted because the key element allowing height adjustment is the shower rail, fixed to the wall with anchors or screws. Shower heads are available in different variations. They differ in size and spacing of mounts at the point of fixing the holders. They also have the option to adjust the height of the shower head holder. This is done with a special slider with an automatic locking mechanism, mounted on the rail.

A sliding slider enables height adjustment of the shower, thus creating ideal conditions for showering - both for shorter and taller individuals. Adjustable sliders, which can be stabilised using a functional knob, are also very popular.

How to choose the right shower hose?

A properly chosen shower hose should have appropriate parameters, with length being the most important. A too-long hose will get tangled and be in the way during a shower, while a too-short one will hinder manoeuvrability and access to all body parts, especially for taller individuals. The suggested length is a minimum of 150 cm. The highest quality products are hoses in a brass cover, ensuring long-lasting and trouble-free operation. It is also important for the shower hose to be equipped with an ANTI-TWIST system to prevent twisting, which also contributes to its longevity and user comfort.

Why is it worth installing a sliding shower set?

Popular sliding shower sets are a functional solution for lovers of a quick shower. They are handy and easy to operate, their installation is not problematic, and the availability of parts makes them one of the most commonly used solutions in bathrooms.

• Thanks to the free height adjustment, each household member can adjust the settings to their height and individual needs.
• The sliding system allows the shower head to be moved with one hand, which is especially useful in limited shower cabin space.
• Adjustable water stream angle and force turn the shower cabin into a relaxation zone, making a shower a pleasant ritual.
• The installation of a reputable brand’s sliding shower set allows for the addition of a rain shower head.
• Thanks to the telescopic pole, it is possible to adjust its height, and the swivel mount allows setting the rain shower head at any angle. These features significantly enhance user comfort.
• Shower heads and rain showers emit various kinds of water streams, from gentle misting to a massage with a strong water jet, which is relaxing and can also relieve back and joint discomfort.
• If we have small children, the water from the shower should have a constant temperature. In this case, a thermostatic mixer is very suitable.
• A special system of rubber protrusions prevents limescale build-up, making it easier to maintain the fittings clean.
• Some taps have a movable spout included in the set, allowing the bathtub to be filled with water.
• The manufacturer's warranty, reasonable price, easy installation, reliable information and product description, and positive customer reviews are sufficient recommendation for the product.

Functionality and modern design

Among the available products, you can choose items from any brand based on aesthetic considerations to match their appearance to the character of the remaining fittings or the entire bathroom. Sliding showers are installed in private homes, but due to the possibility of height adjustment, they are very often used in guesthouses and hotels. Shiny silver constructions or matte satin dominate, but black fittings are becoming increasingly popular.

For affluent customers who value quality workmanship, we recommend slightly more expensive brass sets, while those who want a good product at a lower price are recommended steel or aluminium showers. Manufacturers offer shower sets in modern shapes, retro styles, and those suitable for classic bathrooms.