Shower Riser Rails

Guide To Shower Riser Rails

What is a shower riser rail?

A shower riser rail, or shower kit, is a shower head with a hose and a rail that is mounted on the wall. Modern sets are thermostatically controlled to guarantee the correct temperature for the user, and there are lots of extras you can add to your set too. Some rails already come with additional extras, such as adjustable soap dishes and a flex hose. Other extras include slider rails and different spray heads. You can select from almost 400 kits – just check the product description for more information.

Choosing a rail

Things to consider:

Design: what do you want it to look like? What added extras would you like? 

Water pressure: how powerful is the water pressure in your home? 

The type of water pressure in your home with tell you what kind of shower you need. Check your water pressure by using a pressure gauge, but if you’re not comfortable doing this, call in a professional instead. Once you know your water pressure, you’ll find out what shower suits your home best. 

Water system: there are usually three types of water system in UK homes – which one do you have? 

The type of water system you have will affect the type of shower you can install. 

Low-pressure gravity system 

This is the most common water system in the UK. There is usually a water tank in the loft and a water cylinder in an airing cupboard. The water in the cylinder is heated by a boiler or immersion heater and fed to the taps. This can result in low water pressure because the water is fed by gravity. The higher your tank, the greater the pressure. You can add a shower pump to boost the pressure, which is a good option for larger homes with multiple showers. 

Combination boiler 

Combination, or combis, are boilers with no tanks or cylinders. They heat water as and when you use it. The boiler is typically wall-mounted, and they provide the highest possible water pressure. 

Unvented system 

Unvented water systems consist of a water cylinder heated by an immersion heater or boiler under high pressure. This allows large volumes of hot water to be supplied and usually has a strong pressure. 

Types of shower: what function does the shower need to perform? 

As well as the water pressure, you need to consider what functions the shower needs to have, and what would look best in your bathroom. There are a variety of styles of shower rails and shower heads to choose from. 

Choosing a shower head

The shower head is the most important component to choose as they create different experiences. The main shower heads include:

Fixed shower head 

These types of shower heads are mounted to the ceiling or the wall. They’re perfect for creating a stylish and elegant look and are enjoyable to use. The perfect finishing for a trendy shower room, bear in mind that, as the head cannot be detached, they may not be a good fit for a busy family bathroom. Popular styles include:

Hansgrohe Raindance Connect S240
With a selection of either a 350mm shower arm or 460mm shower arm, you can pick a shower that suits you. The kit comes with a luxurious 240mm overhead shower with a wall-mounting plate and a flexible shower attachment. The fixed shower head has AirPower technology for a more voluminous spray, drenching you with water. It’s also fitted with EcoSmart technology, which reduces water consumption by up to 60%.

Riser kit shower head

Riser kits are fixed to the wall with a bracket, meaning you can change the height of the shower head – perfect for busy families. The shower head can also be detached, making it versatile for different purposes such as washing your hair or cleaning the shower. We have a variety of riser kit shower heads to pick from: 

Imperial Bathrooms Traditional Slider Rail Kit
Perfect for a tailored shower experience, the Imperial Bathrooms Traditional Slider Rail measures 725mm (height) with a 75mm (depth). The Kit can be customised to your tastes – select from either a chrome, gold, or nickel finish. 

Grohe New Tempesta Cosmopolitan 100
This chrome shower rail comes with a hand shower, mounting rail, 1750mm shower flex, and you can select from one of four different spray patterns. The classic design gives a modern feel to any bathroom, and it's perfect for anyone looking to update their shower space. However, this set is only compatible with systems operating at over one bar of water pressure.

Hansgrohe Raindance Select 150 Unica S Puro Shower Set
A shower set that’s blended modern technology with sleek design, the Hansgrohe Raindance Select offers users a wide variety of high-quality specifications, including: 

The Hansgrohe also comes with a soap dish, a Unica S shower riser, a matching wall outlet, Select push button shower control and a five-year guarantee from the manufacturer. This shower set is modern and adaptable – the options are endless!

Combination shower head

The combination shower head gives you both fixed and riser shower heads for maximum versatility. They look sleek and stylish, but they’re also luxurious. Why not try one of these?

Grohe Rainshower System 400 Shower with Diverter
Included in the Grohe Rainshower system is a jumbo 400mm shower head to offer a full steady stream of water. Coming in a chrome finish, the System also comes with a 1,011m rail, an adjustable Sena hand shower and metal threaded shower hose which connects to a shower valve or wall union. We promise fast shipping to our shoppers.

Whatever your requirements, needs or decor, we have a shower rail that will work for you. With fast shipping and a variety of price points, there are plenty of options to browse through.