SHOWER CURTIAN RODS

7 Different Types Of Shower Curtain Rods

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Deciding upon a shower curtian rod for your shower curtain can be challenging if you are not familiar with the types of shower curtian rods and their applications. The purpose of a shower curtian rod is to affix to the wall or ceiling above the bathroom or shower for supporting the shower curtain. Navigating the different functions of the various types can be frustrating. Here is a list of types of shower curtian rods to help you wade through the confusion.

1. Curved shower curtian rods - Theses shower curtain curved rods are engineered to bow out in a half circle and add additional space in the shower. A liner will prevent water escaping. If you have a bathtub the shower curtain liner tucks inside the tub. The shower curtain then drapes to the outside of the tub.

2. Crescent shower curtian rods - These are the same as a curved shower curtain rod.

3. Hoop shower curtian rods - A shower curtian rod resembling a basketball hoop. A rectangular bracket attaches to the wall and comes out away from the wall. A rectangular hoop then comes out over the shower. A support attached to the opposite end is affixed to the ceiling.

4. Neo-angle shower curtian rods - These are three sided shower curtain rods that are used around showers located in the center of a wall. The shower curtain becomes the shower enclosure.

5. Straight or bar - The most commonly used shower curtian rod is the bar curtain rod. It is a straight rail with bracket fittings at each end for attaching it to the wall. A regular or standard bathtub shower enclosure usually has a bar shower curtian rod. Available with finials and in different styles, bar shower curtian rods range from elegant to a simple bar.

6. Café style curtian rod - Not generally used for a shower curtain because they are too small and intended for lightweight short curtains.

7. Tension shower curtain rods - If you are a renter or just can’t commit to one type of shower curtain rod; the tension curtain rod is your solution. Tension shower curtain rods use springs for adjusting the bar to fit your space. There are no screws, no brackets, only tension against the walls to hold up your shower curtain. Tension shower curtain rods can be used until you decide on another shower curtain rod or you can use them permanently if you like. Don’t expect to find a lot of variety or design styles of tension shower curtain rod.

Once you know the types of shower curtian rods that might suit your needs; you will need to decide what materials you want. Shower curtian rods are usually available in metal, aluminum, or plastic. Take into consideration the weight of your shower curtain when deciding which one to use.

There are many design styles within each type of shower curtian rods. You can find ones that are aimed to fit a particular bathroom design scheme. For instance, if you have a nautical themed shower curtain design in your bath, you might find a bar shower curtian rod that is shaped like a rope. Do a little looking around and you will probably find something you like, even if it is only a tension shower curtain rod.