Do I need a special shower curtain for a curved rod?

And despite what some people say, you do not need to buy a special shower curtain for a curved shower rod. Just like with traditional straight rods, you will need an extra long shower curtain if you install the curved shower rod high on the shower walls and close to the ceiling.

How do you remove a bowed shower curtain rod?

Grasp the shower rod and the bracket and push them up along the wall until they both are free. Some curved rods have a telescoping action so you can simply slide them back on themselves to detach them from the wall.

Should you keep your shower curtain open or closed?

The proper thing to do is to close the shower curtain after showering. Everyone who comes into the bathroom can tell if the shower is dirty if the curtain is open. If the curtain is closed, bacteria and mold will grow in the folds because it can’t air out.

How far does a curved shower rod stick out?

A curved shower rod should be mounted 3 inches closer to the shower wall than the standard rod would be mounted. You can’t tuck the ends of the liner into the tub if you don’t compensate for the rod’s curve.

Should shower curtain be higher than shower head?

The rule of thumb is to put the shower curtain rod three to five inches higher than the shower curtain’s length. At the least, you want the curtain to hang at least six inches past the rim of the tub.

Do curved shower rods sag?

Whereas curved rods, even if they are the slightest bit mis-installed — which is often — will tend to “sag” and in so doing, will cause the curtain to bunch up toward the middle of the rod, creating a large gap between the curtain and wall: which can cause a big leaky mess.

Can you use a straight shower rod with a curved shower curtain?

Just like with traditional straight rods, you will need an extra long shower curtain if you install the curved shower rod high on the shower walls and close to the ceiling. This stylish and tranquil bathroom by Renovisions, Inc. really shows off the added luxury of the curved shower rod!

What kind of shower rod do I Need?

If you don’t have an enclosed shower, a shower rod is essential to keep water in the shower. At Lowe’s, we have a variety of rod types, including curved tension shower rods, corner shower curtain rods, round shower curtain rods and more.

What happens if you get caught in a shower rod?

Getting caught in the shower curtain while turning or moving in the shower can cause property damage and result in injury. You can tear your shower curtain away from its rings and damage the tub where the shower curtain rod is installed. Someone who gets wrapped up in the shower curtain can fall and hurt himself.

How big is a short cut shower curtain?

Standard Shower Curtain Liners are 72 inches and unless they are hung very high, they bunch up in the bottom of the tub collecting pools of water, soap scum, dirt and skin from your shower. The ‘Short Cut’ is only 66 inches and hangs freely away from the bottom and sides of the tub allowing quick drying and a cleaner tub!