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How do I know which shower curtain to buy?
Decide on a curtain size. Buy two shower curtains to open your shower like window curtains for a more luxurious feel. You can purchase stall curtains that are 54 by 72 inches (1.4 by 1.8 m). Extra long curtains are 72 by 84 inches (1.8 by 2.1 m) or 72 by 96 inches (1.8 by 2.4 m).
Do you have to use a liner with a shower curtain?
While it’s certainly possible for fabric shower curtains to go without a liner, it is not recommended. Since fabric curtains can retain a lot more water, you’ll want to add a liner to protect it and provide additional privacy.
Are shower curtains a standard size?
Across the board you’ll find three options when it comes to standard shower curtain sizes: 70 x 70 inches. 70 x 72 inches. 72 x 72 inches.
What lengths do shower curtain liners come in?
Determine what color and style best fits your bathroom setup. Liner Size Dimensions Standard 70”W x 72”H Shower Stall 54”W x 78”H Extra Tall 70”W x 84”H Floor to Ceiling 72”W x 96”H.
What should I look for when buying a shower curtain?
A great shower curtain liner should be durable, easy to take care of, and mildew-resistant. Plastic or polyester liners have the best durability and water repellency. We also recommend looking for liners with a weighted hem, which keeps the liner in place.
Should I use 2 shower curtains?
Yep, you read that right—two shower curtains are better than one for softening the look in a tiled bath and making your shower, which is probably the focal point of the room anyway, feel more symmetrical and special. Not all curtains have grommets, but you can create “button holes” for hooks pretty easily.
Are cloth shower curtains better than plastic?
Are fabric shower curtain liners better than plastic liners? Fabric liners are quieter and typically more pleasant to use than plastic liners. Plastic liners are easy to clean and don’t require machine washing. In general, fabric liners are better for the environment and don’t leach chemicals.
What kind of shower curtain does not need a liner?
Typically, you do not need to purchase a shower liner if you are using a polyester shower curtain.
Do shower curtains go inside or outside the tub?
The primary purpose of a curtain liner is to prevent the water from splashing out while you take a bath. Hence, it should be kept inside the tub or the shower base. Many shower curtain liners will have some magnets attached to the bottom part, so they stick to the inside of the tub.
What are the different size shower curtains?
There are 3 standard shower curtain sizes, and they are 70 x 70 inches, 70 x 72 inches, and 72 x 72 inches. One of these 3 sizes will work for the showers found in most homes. However, there are exceptions, and you may need a different size if you have an oversized shower, stall shower, or a curved curtain rod.
How long should a shower curtain be for a walk in shower?
For shower stalls and walk-in showers, you will need shower curtains that are 54×72 inches or 54×78 inches in size. Long curtains are a good fit for these types of showers to keep the water from splashing outside.
How tall are most shower curtains?
A standard shower curtain is typically 72 inches long, so the curtain rod should be installed around 75 to 77 inches from the floor. This height will keep the shower curtain from touching the floor.
Should shower liner be shorter than curtain?
The length of your curtain is really less about sanitation issues than it is about style and functionality. If you choose, you can keep your curtain long enough to touch the floor, as long as your inner liner reaches at least 6 inches into your tub to reduce any potential water leakage.
What is the difference between shower curtain and liner?
A shower liner will hang to the inside of your shower or tub and prevent any water from splashing out onto your bathroom floor. On the other hand, a shower curtain hangs to the outside of the tub and provides privacy but doesn’t stop water from getting out.
What is Eva in shower curtains?
EVA is Ethylene vinyl acetate, a copolymer of ethylene and vinyl acetate. Both of these are plastics made from petrochemicals, but they have very low toxicity. Either a PEVA or an EVA shower curtain would be better than a PVC shower curtain.
What does PEVA mean?
Polyethylene vinyl acetate (PEVA) plastic has recently become a popular alternative to PVC since it is chlorine-free.
Do you hang shower curtain and liner on same rod?
You can fit both on one shower rod, with one set of rings. I put my shower curtain on them first, then put on the liner. I have never used 2 sets of rods. Always just one – shower rods/rings/curtains are designed to fit on one rod.
What’s the inner shower curtain called?
A shower liner is what is hung on the shower curtain rod and placed inside your tub or shower base. The primary purpose of liners is to keep water from splashing out of the shower. It is water-resistant and typically made of polyester or vinyl.
Do you hang shower curtain and liner on same hooks?
“And always use double hooks so that the liner can hang inside the tub while the decorative curtain stays on the outside,” Pulcine suggests. For added security, look for a liner with little magnets sewn into the bottom hem, MacRae suggests.
