How to Make the Right Choice Between Ordinary Shower Heads and Thermostatic Shower Heads?

How to Make the Right Choice Between Ordinary Shower Heads and Thermostatic Shower Heads? After Reading This, You'll Have No More Confusion!

Thermostatic Shower Heads

In July in the Northern Hemisphere, it’s submerged in a heatwave. In some cities, the temperature has surpassed 40 degrees Celsius for several consecutive days. It’s often the case that you’ll be sweating profusely for two hours after just one minute outdoors. After a hectic day out, don’t you just yearn to rush home and step into the refreshing and cool bathroom for a comforting shower?

So the question emerges. Currently, there are ordinary shower heads and thermostatic shower heads available in the market. How should consumers make a choice to consume clearly and consciously?

The Working Principle of Thermostatic Shower Heads

A thermostatic shower head, as the name suggests, can maintain a constant temperature. The principle lies in that a temperature sensing element – an electronic temperature sensor – is installed in the valve core. It adjusts the inflow ratio of cold and hot water based on the preset temperature value to keep the outlet water temperature at the set temperature (typically between 35°C and 45°C). When the water temperature exceeds the preset value, the thermostatic shower head will reduce the water flow and lower the water temperature until it reaches the preset constant temperature, enabling users to enjoy a pleasant showering experience.

Note: Not all water heaters are compatible with thermostatic shower heads!

Firstly, not all water heaters can be equipped with thermostatic shower heads. Thermostatic shower heads can only be installed on water heaters with specific requirements:

  • YES: Electric water heaters (with a capacity of 80 liters or above)
  • YES: Gas water heaters (recommended to be 12 liters or above, and the water temperature is adjusted to above 55 degrees Celsius)
  • NO: Solar water heaters (because the temperature difference between cold and hot water inside the solar heater varies significantly, thermostatic shower heads have difficulty coping with such variations and are prone to problems and subsequent unusability)
  • NO: Wall-hung boilers and floor heating systems are also not recommended for installation.

If you are concerned about the following three situations, it is advisable to choose a thermostatic shower head:

  1. There are elderly people, children, and other temperature-sensitive individuals in the family!
The safety feature of thermostatic shower heads can be regarded as a “magical tool” that makes children love taking baths. Whether parents assist children in taking baths or children wash by themselves, there’s no need to worry about the water temperature being too hot or too cold. The comfortable and stable temperature without the need for adjustment gives parents greater peace of mind. Similarly, families with elderly members are also highly suitable for using thermostatic shower heads.
 
  1. When multiple points in the home use water simultaneously, the water temperature fluctuates!
During the shower process, if other people in the home use hot water in the kitchen or another bathroom, the water pressure will change significantly, and the water temperature of our shower will also vary, fluctuating between hot and cold.
 
  1. When taking a shower, there is a sudden water outage at home!
The cold water from the tap will cease to flow. If a thermostatic shower head is in use, the thermostatic valve core will automatically cut off the hot water flow within approximately 2 seconds, achieving water cutoff from the shower head and preventing burns.

The Characteristics of Thermostatic Shower Heads

  1. Safety: Thermostatic shower heads offer safety protection. If an ordinary shower head is installed in the bathroom, during use, if we accidentally turn the handle to the extreme position, it can easily pose a safety hazard. Thermostatic shower heads can effectively avoid this situation.
  2. Comfort: Users merely need to set the temperature to enjoy comfortable hot water without the necessity of constant adjustment.
  3. Water and Time Saving: Thermostatic shower heads are more water-efficient compared to ordinary shower heads. During the actual use of ordinary shower heads, users often need to release a large amount of water to adjust the temperature. But with thermostatic shower heads, there’s no need to worry about this. Not only can it save on water costs but also significantly enhance the bathing efficiency.
  4. Excellent Performance: Thermostatic shower heads are generally equipped with an anti-scale coating. Many people are aware that when the water quality is poor, there is a high proportion of calcium ions in the water, resulting in difficulties in moving the handle and reduced water flow for ordinary faucets after prolonged use. However, for thermostatic shower heads, since the thermostatic valve core is typically made of special materials, it is not prone to scale formation and even after long-term use, it will not affect the product performance.
In conclusion, whether to choose an ordinary shower head or a thermostatic shower head depends, first, on the condition of your home’s water heater; second, on the needs of your family members;
 
Glimmersanitary offers over forty models of ordinary and thermostatic shower heads for your selection. All the hardware of the shower heads is made of 59 copper, undergoes three-layer electroplating, and 24-hour salt spray testing. They are not only aesthetically pleasing but also not prone to leaving water stains and fingerprints. Available colors include PVD-coated gun gray, matte black, chrome, gold, rose gold, and many others.