For people that are remodeling their homes, they want beauty and functionality. Nowadays, home owners tend to focus on either the kitchen or in the bathroom. So instead of having a bathtub or a walk in bathtub in their bathroom, home owners have been keen on adding a very important aspect of the bathroom which is the home shower.

Installing a walk in shower in your bathroom can be expensive but worthwhile. It depends on what specific features or designs you are looking for. And also depends if you have the budget. If you are trying to save money, then installing a shower kit can be very beneficial.

So what is a Shower Kit?

A shower kit is a readymade shower set that includes the showerhead, shower faucet and other important parts of the shower such as the walls and base. This is crucial because then the designs of each part matches with each other. Take for example you try to buy each of the parts one by one. It would take you more time to find a good match for the design of the shower base to your showerhead.

Shower Kit Sizes and Shapes

Shower kits come in different sizes and different styles. Depending on your budget and size of the bathroom, you can find good shower designs that are do-it-yourself. If you have a small bathroom, it is ideal to get the corner shower stall kit or the round shaped shower. Here are the different kinds of shapes of the shower stalls.

Corner Shower Stall Kits

There are a several shower kit shapes that you can choose from depending on your preference. The corner shaped shower stall is ideal for those that have limited bathroom space because it can be set aside in one corner and freeing up more space in the bathroom.

Neo-Angle Shower Stall Kits

The neo-angle shower kits on the other hand have a more modern approach in terms of design. It features a five-sided diamond shaped base and has a steam shower outward feel of the shower stall. Thi is ideal if you want to maximize space and offer a contemporary look for your bathroom.

Round Shower Stall Kits

Round shower kits are showers that work almost like the corner shower stall because they are usually put in a corner of the bathroom. But instead of a four corner base, it has a half shaped pie as its base. This shower stall is also ideal for small bathrooms as it can maximize space.

Shower Materials

If you have the budget, fiber-acrylic shower kits are ideal as they are more durable and sturdier than the usual acrylic shower kits. For custom designs, you can either have the option to install a shower curtain as most of the shower kits being sold having built in shower curtain racks. You can also use a glass shower door but these tend to be more expensive than curtains.

Shower Size and Measuring

For the size of the shower kit, this really depends on the size of your bathroom. The standard size is usually  36” x 36” or 38” x 38”. This is the most common for most bathrooms but if you have a large bathroom to spare, then you can go for the 42” x 42” which is also a best seller among shower sizes.

What you can do is cut out a cardboard or a piece of box to measure the area of free space in your bathroom where you will install your walk in shower. Then you will have a good idea on how big the shower kit you will need. There are a lot of readymade shower kits that are in different sizes. Custom sized shower kits are also available but will be a bit more expensive.

Popular Shower Kit Brands

Currently there are three brands that stand out in the bathroom market. Those are Kohler, Lowes and Danze. Kohler has been in the business for more than a hundred years starting out in 1873, Kohler Co. has then branched out and set itself as one of the leaders in the bathroom industry. They are well known not only for their bathroom products but also for high end products like shower pumps Their products are modern in design and long life span.

Lowes on the other hand is not that long in the industry but has also proved to be competitive. It ranked 24 on Fortune 500 magazine and has won awards in retail. Having more than 1,700 stores in the US, Canada and Mexico, Lowes can be great choice for you brand.

And then there is Danze. Danze products are simply beautiful inside and out. Their designs are modern and contemporary and have been featured in several exhibits and proved to be popular with the US market. In the end, whatever brand you do pick will depend on what design you like and how much budget you have.

Shower Kit Installation

When installing the shower kit, you can either do-it-yourself or hire a professional. But usually people who buy walk in shower kits are people who love to get their hands dirty so they install them themselves. If you don’t have experience in installing showers, don’t worry. Every purchase of a shower kit comes with detailed instructions on how to install the kit.

Take note that if you are installing the shower itself, then you will need to access the plumbing and water sewage system of your home. This can get a little tricky but with the right attitude and instructions, you can do it even if you don’t hire a professional plumber.