Shower Riser

Enjoying a warm and relaxing bath in a clawfoot tub after work is a genuine solution to help rejuvenate and refresh your self the pressures of work. To make a sound environment for your bath, aside from the clawfoot tub, you also need a shower ring to hold the curtains needed to cover your body and keep water in, and a shower riser to extend the reach of the shower head. Having all these things in one setting will have you an instant sanctuary in the comfort of your bathroom.

A shower riser is a simple addition to your shower system, yet it complements lots of functionalities necessary to compose a refreshing and comfortable bath. It is mainly used to increase the range of the shower head from its location. A shower riser, also known as a shower riser rail, is basically extension tubes where water supplied to the nozzle passes before it is sprayed.

Shower riser rails come in various colors and finish. Most dominant in the market today are chrome, polished brass, polished nickel, matte nickel, and oil rubbed bronze. Combining the right color with the rest of your bathroom equipment, such as the tub and the furniture, would certainly create a lovely environment for your daily bathing. 

When you purchase a shower riser rail, make sure it matches the color of enclosure to have a pleasant appeal. Otherwise, different color combinations may look odd and out of place.

Shower risers come in various sizes and designs. There are those that go with 5 feet in height which is suitable for small size shower enclosures. Taller risers range from 6 feet to 7 feet tall. Such risers are suitable for large shower enclosures and are perfect choices if one decides to add accessories to the risers.

From the traditional long pipe, shower riser rails are now becoming more and more adventurous in designs. There are risers that are made up of two pipes composed primarily of the lower and the upper part of the riser. There are also three piece risers which consist of a middle part. An additional faucet can be installed at the lower part of the riser while the shower head is always mounted at the top.

For the design, there are quite a few to choose from. There is the slightly curved upper part that extends about 9” vertically and where the nozzle is installed. Another unique design of the shower riser is the arch shape. The arch shape is perfect for small shower enclosures.

When purchasing a shower riser rail, it is also fairly important to purchase a couple of shower riser holders. The holders will be used to support the body of the shower riser to prevent it from moving. Additional items such as shower riser mirror and soap basket are good accessory to the system for an overall solution.

Purchasing a shower riser kit is recommended for households that do not have any bathroom set installed. This can include the shower ring, clawfoot tub, shower head, and enclosures. But for households that are only planning to do minor changes to their bathroom, purchasing the shower riser alone is recommended.