If you have been shopping for shower curtains, you know that there are many kinds of curtains to choose from. You can have round shower curtains, circular versions, oval ones, as well as the standard straight across the tub curtains. The kind of shower curtain you will want to use depends on the kind of tub you have and what is on the wall in the shower area.
If you do not have tile on the wall in the shower area, then you want to protect the wall with a shower curtain. If the tub is the traditional straight tub that stands down to the floor without any feet, then you will want to put a shower curtain up on each side of the tub. This will require you to buy two standard shower rods to accommodate two curtains.
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On the other hand, if you have a claw foot tub or something similar, then you want something other than the standard curtain. If the tub stands away from the wall, you will want to have a circular version that will fit all around the tub. This will require a circular rod to accommodate the curtain. It would also be a good idea to have an extra long curtain to keep the water off the floor. The circular shower curtain should be wide enough to fit entirely around the tub. It is also prudent to see where the shower head is. To keep water off the floor, the curtain should be installed at least ten inches above the shower head. This will accommodate not only the normal size person but it will also help the taller person to have a comfortable shower. Tall persons usually turn the shower head upwards and this makes for slippery floors.
You can choose round curtains as well for the tub that stands away from the wall. Again, you will need the round rod to accommodate the round curtain. The same installation applies to the round shower curtain as it applies to the circular shower curtain.
It is important to have the right type of curtain not just because it is functional and you need it but, your curtain is the first thing that people see when they enter your bathroom. Your shower drape should match your bathroom décor, as it is perhaps the most important bathroom accessory you will have.
Buying a circular shower cover in a standard linen shop or store that sells bathroom accessories, may be somewhat difficult. This is not your standard bathroom accessory. If you need a circular one, then go online. You will find a great selection of circular curtains online. The same thing applies to circular shower rods. You may find your circular shower curtain rods online or in a home improvement store. The home improvement stores carry a huge variety of rods for every home repair or decorating need.