When searching for the perfect shower head, you will want to consider a handheld shower head. A standard shower head is permanently attached to the wall or ceiling. Though you can purchase standard shower heads that swivel and have water options that can expand, a shower head that is handheld can provide many benefits that a standard shower head can not. Handhelds provide the option to dismount from the wall and using a flexible hose, you can then move the shower head anywhere you like. Place it directly over your head to rinse shampoo or close to your body to rid soap. Using this option not only can save you water but also your energy bill may just lower. Since the water can be placed very close to your body, the water does not have time to cool off. This means you are able to lower the heating temperature, saving on heating costs.
So why choose a handheld shower head other than saving water and energy costs? There are many benefits to this type of shower head. Handhelds offer several setting options, from a drizzle like rainfall, to a pulsating pump, a hand held offers the benefits of a low pressure nozzle that can give bursts of high pressure water. Several handheld heads come with up to five settings. A new type of hand held uses oxygen to give a high pressure full spray shower. This type of shower head also has a self pressurizing control, so you can decide on how much pressure you want forced from your hand held water head.
Dual shower heads are another option. With one permanently attached shower head fixture along with a handheld fixture, you are sure to enjoy the many benefits of this type of shower experience. This offers a champagne spray which is a very light misty type of spray, a pulsating spray similar to a massage, and a regular full spray which is sure to please the whole family. With the option to change the type of spray on both shower heads, you can enjoy a full spray with the stationary shower head while enjoying a water massage with your handheld shower head. Purchasing a handheld shower head with a massage feature is another great benefit of a hand held water head. These offer powerful water sprays that can provide the best water massage for you. A massaging handheld also can provide a declogging feature on the face of the shower head. Clogs and corrosion will affect the water pressure from your shower head so this option should always be a consideration.
Choosing the right handheld shower head for you and your family is important. Some handheld water heads have built in water filters. These filters will rid your water of contaminants such as chlorine. While chlorine is safe to use in small amounts, it may cause drying skin, eye irritation and even lung irritation. Most people don't realize that a filter can save you money in the long run. Purchasing lotions and special soaps and conditioners for drying hair and skin only increase the cost you spend on showering. But with a filter, you can get rid of these extra expenses and enjoy a cleaner and healthier shower. Handheld shower heads are easy to install. Connecting directly to the shower wall or shower arm makes these simple for do-it-yourself families.