At what height should you install the shower head?

Are you planning to renovate your bathroom? Do you want to replace your shower? Or perhaps you care about installing a shower cabin and a shower faucet? Are you wondering at what height the faucet should be installed to ensure comfortable use for every household member, regardless of their height?

We provide guidance on the height you should choose in this article. Regardless of which shower model you choose, it is essential that the faucet allows for free movement inside the cabin. Therefore, adjusting its proper height is crucial.

At what height is it advisable to install the shower faucet?

When installing the shower faucet in the bathroom, it is advisable to follow the principle of adjusting the equipment's height to the height of the household members. The optimal height is 110-130 cm. Placing the faucet at a height of 130 cm from the floor in the bathroom will ensure that everyone can comfortably use the water. This is a convenient solution for adult household members and children who love to play with water. When deciding at what height the shower faucet should be located, consider the individual needs of each person who will use it. The height at which you hang the faucet is significant for people with disabilities or the elderly, who may have difficulties bathing independently.

How high should the shower head be suspended?

If users are of different heights, you may decide to install a faucet with adjustable shower head height. Such faucets have a special system allowing for the change of the handle's height and adapting it to the height of the user. You can even install such a set above the bathtub. Thanks to this solution, you can combine the functions of a bathtub and a shower. All you need to do is hang a shower screen next to the bathtub, and you will create a functional shower cabin.

At what height should the rain shower be installed?

A more sophisticated set is the shower faucet that includes a rain shower. Unlike other models, using a rain shower allows for a gentle spray of dispersed water. This makes bathing pleasant and relaxing, while the shower cabin transforms into a home spa. For many users of shower cabins, this is a very convenient solution for the bathroom. Rain showers are available in smaller and larger sizes, so you can match their size to any bathroom.

The rain shower should be installed higher than in the case of other models. Therefore, when choosing a specific model, see which place is best for it. If you decide to mount it on the wall, the best height will be between 30 cm to 60 cm from the head, which means at least 170 cm above the floor and a maximum of 210 cm from the floor. Another solution worth considering is a rain shower mounted in the ceiling. However, in this case, you cannot adjust its height to the individual needs of everyone using it.

At what height should the shower holder be installed?

Not only the height of the shower faucet installation is important, but also how many cm from the floor the shower holder will be located. The most comfortable installation height is 80 cm-90 cm above the floor. By installing the holders at a lower height, household members can easily use the shower head. This is a convenient solution also for users of shorter stature, including children.

How to properly install the rain shower, shower faucet, and built-in faucet?

Built-in faucets with a rain shower include a concealed system, which allows every pipe to be hidden. Therefore, there is no need to clean additional components. Non-thermostatic and thermostatic shower faucets are available. Before installing them, you must chisel out channels that will connect the pipes to the rain shower and the built-in components. When installing the shower faucet, pay attention to whether the set includes additional shower components such as: a shower head, shower holder, bathtub spout, or water jets for hydromassage. In this case, it will be necessary to use a switch for multiple output components.

If you install the rain shower on the wall, use a special arm. This will allow you to adjust the installation height of the faucet. However, if you decide to install the rain shower on the ceiling, it is worth installing the shower faucet in the central part of the shower. When connecting the rain shower, you will need installation pipes with a minimum diameter of 15 mm. After installing the shower faucet at the proper height, check whether the pipes are watertight. This way, you won’t have to worry about water potentially flooding your bathroom. In the case of a larger shower set, you may need pipes with a larger diameter - at least 20 mm.

Regardless of which shower cabin model you choose, the adjusted shower head and its height are significant. The arrangement of the other shower components, which are available in the set, is also important. This will affect the comfort of using the shower set for all the individuals living in the home.