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Electric Shower

The electric shower has a number of advantages over other showers.

Hopefully after reading this article you will understand a bit more about the electric shower. Electric showers have a different operating principle than mixer showers and electric power showers and only require one feed (cold).

An electric shower requires a 15mm pipe to connect it to the cold water supply, this is standard on most electric showers.

The power of an electric shower is rated in kW, so if you want more hot water and better pressure from the shower head, go for a larger kW shower. It is advisable to speak to an electrician before you buy a shower as a replacement, to check that the wiring is adequate for a higher kW shower. As different size showers requires different size cables to supply the shower with electricity.

It is also a good idea to speak to a plumber, as he will be able to advise you on the water pressure and any other plumbing issues.

The cold water is heated by the integral element that is in the shower body, as the water flows through the heating chamber it heats up, similar to a kettle. An electric shower will not run out of hot water unlike some power showers.

This is ideal if you have a large family.

They are quite economical as well.

As they operate independently of the hot water supply in your home, they will not be affected by boiler breakdowns and other heating problems.

Electric showers are quite simple to install, but it is advisable to hire an electrician to carry the work out for you as they can be dangerous if not fitted correctly.

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