|
Although traditionally used in bathrooms, shower rods can be used in many parts of the home. The areas
where they can be put to great use include closets, doors, and windows. Installing adjustable shower rods is one of the cheapest and
easiest ways to revamp the look of any of your living spaces.
Whether you are installing a new bathroom or simply remodelling your old one, it is important to make a
drawing or plan of where to place each fixture.
This is because having a plan enables you to carefully note down how the planned changes will affect the
overall design before you actually begin the work. The good thing about using adjustable shower rods is that they do not require much work to
install.
Installation Tips
Once you have made your purchase, you will find that installing your adjustable shower rods is quite easy.
Consider the following tips before you begin your installation;
- The first task before fixing the rods is to take the measurements around your intended area of use. This
may be a bathtub, shower cubicle, window or closet door. This will give you an idea of how high or low to place your shower rods. Your aim is to
have the curtain hanging just above but not touching the floor.
- Using a light marker, indicate each point where the shower rod is to be fixed. With these measurements,
it becomes easy for you to get the right height and distances. In addition, you will save yourself the hassle of making unnecessary adjustments
afterwards.
- Once you are armed with the measurements for the required distances, you are now ready to fix the shower
rods in the right place and install the curtains.
How They Work
The adjustable shower rods have
an inbuilt spring which lengthens or shortens in size when the larger end of the shower rod holder is twisted in a particular direction. This enables
you to easily adjust the rod to your desired length.
Advantages
The main advantage of using adjustable shower rods is that you do not have to drill into your bathroom
tiles in order to install them. This is especially useful because there will be no visible damage to your tiles if you decide to replace the rods in
future.
Most rods come attached with a rubber strip on the wall side to protect your wall from scratches. In
addition, they are a much sturdier alternative when compared to regular tension shower rods.
Cost Of Shower Rods
The prices for adjustable shower rods will vary from store to store depending on the materials used and the
manufacturers. There is a wide range of finishes to match most bathroom fixtures. The internet is the quickest way to shop around for quality items
at a bargain price.
You will need to do a price and quality comparison on at least 3 websites. This way you will have an idea
of the average price range. Depending on your choice, the price will range from $15 to $50. You may decide to make your purchase online or
alternatively head to your local home improvement store.
Where To Buy Them
There are many excellent online stores offering a wide range of adjustable shower rods. When shopping, make
sure that you are comparing rods of a similar size. You will also find that the prices vary among various brands. Amazon.com, faucet.com and Lowe's
are just but a few examples of where to start your search.
If you are looking for a quick way to refresh the look of your bathroom without having to spend too much
money, then using adjustable shower curtain rods is a good choice.
|
