They are almost a kind of wallpaper – and so much more: shower curtains. Due to their color and design, they make a decisive contribution to bathroom design. And in case of doubt, they can easily be exchanged.

Flexible

Shower curtains are a real alternative to shower cabin, Whether unobtrusive, monochrome or brightly colorful: they decisively influence the bathroom design. They have two decisive advantages over permanently installed rigid glass panes: they are quickly installed – and after showering, they are simply allowed to air-dry. Shower cubicles, on the other hand, require a certain amount of craftsmanship to install. And after each shower, they must be carefully freed from the remaining water, otherwise threaten unsightly stains.

Only advantages?

But its biggest advantage, flexibility, is also its biggest disadvantage: the shower curtain bags – and moves closer and closer. Result: Any relaxation is gone, because you are only busy to keep the intrusive part of the body.

Resourceful designers have come up with something to fix this problem. In the bottom of many shower curtains weights are sewn. They can be made of metal, optionally of rubber. In addition, if the fabric of the curtain is still heavy enough, the problem can be minimized.

design

Decisive is your personal taste. Do you prefer abstract motifs or maybe a motif from nature? Need a highlight in the bathroom? No matter what you choose: the shower curtain is always also decoration element. And as such, it does great things: If you are dissatisfied with your small bathroom, you can counter it with a transparent curtain. This is also useful if you have a daylight bathroom – and want to enjoy the shower. A dark bathroom, however, looks a bit lighter with a light curtain.

suspension

It could hardly be easier: the eyelets of the shower curtain are attached to rings by means of telescopic rods. Mostly that is shower curtain a pack of rings at. Like the eyelets they are either made of plastic or stainless steel. The latter generally looks better, but of course has its price. In addition, care must be taken that it really is stainless steel: only this does not rust.

Wisely bought – half work

Unfortunately, there are other signs of wear – especially mold. Washing often does not help anymore, especially as many fabrics are only washable at 30 degrees Celsius. Prevention is best here: once a month should the shower curtain in the laundry. Whether hand or machine, reveal the care instructions. If you pay attention to this before you buy, you will save a lot of work later on. Also, be careful when a product seems particularly priced. Some of these models look good, but they are not very tight.

Meanwhile, anti-mold coatings are no longer a rarity. These adhesive coatings provide antifungal and antibacterial properties. In addition to improved bathroom hygiene you do by the way with the purchase of such a shower curtain incidentally a visual problem. Where there is no mold, the design of your shower curtain is effective in all its beauty.

Measurement and material

Standard dimensions are 180 x 180 cm or 180 x 200 cm, the latter for bathtubs, It’s best to measure yours showerout. If it turns out that the curtain is too long, then you can cut it well even though. But do you also sew the practical weights at the bottom?

So-called textile shower curtains are mostly made of polyester. They look classy and dry quickly. But they are mold-susceptible without special adhesive layer. Luxury variants are also available: cotton or linen. Although this brings a great look. Without a sub-curtain that is coated, however, they quickly absorb water.

Happy to buy:

WENKO 20044100 anti-mold shower curtain Uni White
Washable at 30 degrees. Polyester. Anti-mold coating. With stainless steel eyelets for suspension. Thick fabric, opaque, color neutral white.

Sealskin Shower Curtain Model Pixel
180 x 200 cm, with low lead weight, but without anti-mold coating. Modern design, rather cool-abstract.

Sanilo shower curtain with anti-mold effect
Many motifs to choose from. Manufacturer supplies matching further bath accessories. Eyelets and rings of plastic. Heavy and tight.