Where should shower rod be placed?
A standard shower curtain is typically 72 inches long, so the curtain rod should be installed around 75 to 77 inches from the floor. This height will keep the shower curtain from touching the floor.
How do you secure a shower curtain rod?
Hang the shower curtain rod at an angle, with one end several inches higher than you want it. Slowly slide that end down until the rod is hanging straight. The felt pads keep it from sliding further down the tile wall.
Does shower curtain rods go inside or outside tub?
A shower curtain liner is designed to go inside your tub, and the curtain goes outside your tub. However, if your bathroom curtain has no built-in shower liner, then you may need to put your shower curtain inside your tub.
How far into the tub should a shower curtain hang?
approximately 6″
You’ll get the most water protection from a shower curtain and liner that hangs approximately 6″ down the inside of a shower tub.
How do you install a shower rod?
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How do you keep a shower rod from falling down?
The caps on tension rods are often made of plastic, but even rubber ones are so incompressible that moist, smooth surfaces such as tile or fiberglass can’t hold them. You can fix that by gluing rubber shelf lining material to the ends with strong glue – two-part epoxy or contact cement.
Which way should a shower curtain liner hang?
When hanging a shower curtain liner, the side that is not smooth or shows “finishes” should face out of the tub. You can tell which side is smooth by looking at the liner’s seams, labels, or grommets.
Should you keep your shower curtain open or closed?
Should a Shower Curtain be Left Open or Closed? It is recommended that the shower curtain should be left closed so that it dries faster. After taking a shower, make sure to draw the curtain at the length of the tub so that it quickly dries. The plastic lining of the curtain should stay inside the tub as it dries.
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.
Should the shower curtain touch the floor?
No, your shower curtain is not supposed to touch the floor. The simple reason for this is it will help prevent the bottom of the curtain from collecting too much moisture and dirt. Therefore, leave at least two inches of space between the curtain hem and the bathroom floor.
What is standard size shower curtain liner?
Determine what color and style best fits your bathroom setup.
| Liner Size | Dimensions |
|---|---|
| Standard | 70”W x 72”H |
| Shower Stall | 54”W x 78”H |
| Extra Tall | 70”W x 84”H |
| Floor to Ceiling | 72”W x 96”H |
