10 Best Shower Racks with Rain Shower and Faucet

A watering can with a rain shower function is a wider surface, from 20 to 30 centimeters, with many nozzles for distributing the flow of water. When passing through such a structure, the liquid mixes with air, the jets become softer and no longer hit the body, but gently envelop it. This gives special pleasure, allows you to relieve fatigue from your muscles and relax. What could be better after a hard day at work?

How to choose a good shower rack

Today, buyers have several options for implementing a rain shower. This is a banal watering can with a larger diameter, built-in panels and shower stands. We'll talk about the latter. This solution will be optimal if the idea to install a rain shower arose after the renovation. Racks are usually easy to install, convenient to use and quite functional. What to consider when choosing a worthy model?

Design

. This is very important, especially if the bathroom has recently undergone a stylish modern renovation. A shower counter can complement it and create the integrity of the picture.

Quality of materials

. It is believed that the strongest material is brass. However, today manufacturers also offer strong and durable models made of stainless steel.

Ease of Management

. It is important to understand in advance how the modes will be switched, whether the switch will go to neutral after the water is turned off, and how the flow itself is regulated. And how convenient all this will be while taking a shower.

Reliability

. Reviews will help buyers here. Real users willingly share their impressions of plumbing fixtures on independent recommendation platforms. There you can find information not only about durability, but also about quality in general.

In addition, we recommend that housewives inquire about the ease of care

. Many racks have an anti-lime coating. And on most chrome parts, dried drops are clearly visible.

Tropical shower: DIY watering can

Inexperienced experimenters can build a rain shower at home without much expense.

Step 1: What is required

For the base you will need a CD box (for 10 pieces). You also need a glue gun, flexible tubing, an old shower head, a needle, a ruler, a compass, a candle, and some common tools.

Step 2: Draw the Grid

The grid consists of circles and lines. The number of circles should be selected at your own discretion. Let the lines be shallow: this is just a guideline for making holes.

Step 3: Make the Holes

Heat the needle over a candle flame, holding it with pliers. Then quickly, while the needle is hot, stick it into the plastic along the mesh, making the required number of holes.

Step 4: Prepare the Base

First, cut off the thing that the discs fit on. This can be easily done with a utility knife. Next, take a piece of tube, plastic or copper, place it in the resulting hole and glue it tightly. Calculate so that the length of the tube does not exceed the height of the disc box.

Step 5: Close the Box

Now you need to glue the black and transparent parts of the box together. Just close tightly and coat with waterproof glue.

Step 6: attach a hose

A tube with a diameter of 1 cm will do. Attach one end to a homemade watering can. Next, cut the old shower head: you need to use the lower part, which will then be screwed to the old system. Glue the tube and the cut part of the nozzle together with waterproof glue.

Step 7: add and improve

All that remains is to attach a metal tube or something else (flexible but rigid) to hold the hoses in a bent position. Glue one end to the nozzle, the other to the watering can.

Which manufacturer should you prefer?

A quality brand is a guarantee of reliability, durability, and level of assembly. Which manufacturer should you choose?

Grohe

- German brand. The standard of quality and reliability. It is recommended by both users and experts. The only disadvantage is the high cost of goods.

Lemark

– Czech manufacturer of reliable sanitary ware. Its models are distinguished by functionality, European assembly quality and stylish modern design. But, in the event of a breakdown, it is difficult to buy components.

IDDIS

is a Russian manufacturer that is not inferior to its European colleagues in either quality or reliability. Its products are widely represented, and in different price categories. And, most importantly, they have the longest warranty period.

When choosing models for the rating, we took into account all the above recommendations and are ready to present the best, in our opinion, shower stands with a rain shower and mixer.

Installation of a built-in structure

To install a hidden mixer, you need to prepare a number of tools and follow the instructions exactly. All work is divided into 2 stages:

1. Laying communications.
2. Checking the functionality of the equipment.

In addition, you should take care of personal protective equipment such as a respirator, gloves and goggles.

Important Features

The hidden installation option assumes that the watering can and the mixer are in different sectors, and there is a partition between them. Laying pipelines and installing plumbing fixtures requires some skill. The joints must be carefully sealed so that they do not deform during operation.

The work of installing a built-in structure consists of laying communications.

At the same time, their number should be reduced, because The more joints, the higher the likelihood of an accident.

Installation of watering can and spout

The shower hose for water supply is connected to the holder pipe using a gasket. After this, the shower head is installed in such a way that the cone-shaped tip is placed on the side of the nozzle.

The mixer is wiped with a dry cloth and checked for functionality.

Top 10. Lemark LM6462WG

Rating (2021): 4.03

75 reviews from resources were taken into account: Yandex.Market, VseInstrumenty, Leroy Merlin, Otzovik, IRecommend

The largest overhead shower head The diameter of the head shower on this model is 29 centimeters. This is the highest value among competitors. Allows you to create an abundant, uniform flow over a large area.

• Characteristics

  Average price: RUB 30,556.

• Country: Czech Republic
• Material: brass
• Mixer: single lever
• Overhead shower: 1 mode, rectangular
• Equipment: rain shower, hand shower, shelf, mixer, stand
• Warranty: 4 years

The Lemark LM6462WG shower stand attracts attention with its stylish modern design and rich equipment. The installation also includes a mixer, a hand shower, all with a convenient mode switching system. The upper block is rectangular in shape, quite large, and forms an abundant flow of water. The stand itself is made of brass, the material is very strong and durable, the manufacturer provides a 4-year warranty on the product. The design includes a convenient shelf for shower accessories. The brand is Czech, however, the model was developed taking into account Russian technical and aesthetic requirements. Among the disadvantages, buyers consider the rather high cost of the shower stand, and users note the lack of components and spare parts for sale. In case of breakdown, the latter have to wait more than a month.

Advantages and disadvantages

• Stylish modern design
• Robust design
• Convenient push-button mode switching
• Extended equipment

• High price
• There are no spare parts for sale in case of repair.

Table: the best Russian and foreign brands

The table below compares major manufacturers of rain showers with mixer taps for modern bathrooms.

The cost in the table is a relative parameter, since the positions of all brands differ. Some do not have ceiling showers in their catalog, while others specialize only in such products.

Top 9. IDDIS Shelfy SHESB3Fi06

Rating (2021): 4.33

122 reviews from resources were taken into account: Yandex.Market, AllInstruments, Otzovik, IRecommend

Best Warranty The manufacturer provides a 10-year warranty on its product. No other shower stand in the rating can boast of this.

• Characteristics

  Average price: 29890 rub.

• Country Russia
• Material: stainless steel, chrome coating
• Mixer: single lever
• Overhead shower: round, 1 mode
• Equipment: rain shower, hand shower, mixer, shelf
• Warranty: 10 years

The rating of the best shower stands with a tropical shower and mixer is continued by a Russian-made product. IDDIS Shelfy SHESB3Fi06 is a high-quality and durable model that is highly appreciated by customers. Despite the rather high cost, the shower stand is popular. The manufacturer gives the longest warranty for its product; the user can seek service for 10 years from the date of purchase. But as housewives note, there are no problems with plumbing equipment. The stand is convenient to use and easy to clean, has an anti-lime coating and retains its appearance for a long time. Significant disadvantages include the peculiarities of the shower switch button; when you turn off the water, it does not click off on its own; you need to turn it off and monitor it.

Advantages and disadvantages

• Large top watering can (diameter 26 cm)
• Anti-lime coating
• High build quality
• Longest warranty

• High price
• You have to turn off the shower yourself

Individual parameters

To decide at what height the shower mixer will be most comfortable to use, you need to consider:

• anthropometric data of users;
• individual preferences.

In addition, the location of the tray and the architectural features of the bathroom are important. If the wall finish remains the same, then when installing plumbing equipment, installation work should be carried out carefully and significant damage to it should be avoided. The optimal distance from the mixer to the tray is selected so that its use is convenient for most family members.

Top 8. GROSS AQUA Space GA9014SMD

Rating (2021): 4.37

68 reviews from resources were taken into account: Yandex.Market, VseInstrumenty, Leroy Merlin, Otzovik, IRecommend

The most stylish design The manufacturer not only produces a beautiful shower stand that will decorate the bathroom. He also offers a line of accessories in the same style to complete the look.

• Characteristics

  Average price: RUB 13,489.

• Country Russia
• Material: stainless steel
• Mixer: double lever, with diverter switch
• Overhead shower: round, 1 mode
• Equipment: stand, mixer, rain shower, hand shower, hose, fasteners
• Warranty: 5 years

The manufacturer claims that the GROSS AQUA Space shower rack will serve the buyer well for up to 20 years. Users confirm this, the model is indeed strong, reliable and durable. The mixer body and rod are made of very durable alloys. Owners also note the stylish, attractive design. The model fits perfectly into the bathroom interior; in addition, the manufacturer produces an additional line of accessories in the same style to create a complete look. The shower stand is easy to clean, despite the fact that it does not have an anti-lime coating, it retains its appearance for a long time and does not require thorough cleaning. A diverter with a ceramic cartridge ensures smooth switching of water from the shower head to the overhead shower. The only thing that spoils the impression is the plastic of the holders; it is not of very high quality and should be handled carefully.

Advantages and disadvantages

• Attractive design
• High quality rack materials
• Safe and durable system
• Line of bathroom accessories

• Not very high quality plastic holders

Special product for hydromassage

Probably everyone remembers how great it was to run down the street in the summer rain as a child. This creates a pleasant sensation, since from rain a person receives the energy contained in the flow of water, and the drops falling on the body help the muscles relax. To create this effect, a special type of shower was invented, called “tropical rain”, since it successfully imitates rainfall.

Appearance of a rain shower

When people talk about this plumbing device, they usually mean a huge watering can attached to the ceiling. Many streams of water are enough to completely cover the entire body of a person standing under it. It is clear that it is simply impossible to achieve the same effect using a conventional nozzle attached to a removable hose. Among other things, large spray heads have a water supply switch, with which you can stand in a heavy downpour or relax under large drops of rain.

Top 7. Hansgrohe Crometta E 240 1jet Showerpipe EcoSmart

Rating (2021): 4.50

79 reviews from resources were taken into account: Yandex.Market, VseInstrumenty, Leroy Merlin, Otzovik

Economical water consumption The shower stand is equipped with EcoSmart technology, which limits water consumption and significantly saves resources.

• Characteristics

  Average price: 39,090 rub.

• Country: Germany
• Material: brass, chrome plated
• Mixer: double lever
• Overhead shower: rectangular, 1 mode
• Equipment: rain shower, mixer, hand shower, stand, hose
• Warranty: 5 years

For those who choose traditional German quality, we recommend paying attention to the Hansgrohe Crometta E 240 1jet Showerpipe EcoSmart shower rack. This is a very stylish, pretty model that will effectively complement the interior of the bathroom. The manufacturer does not skimp on materials; everything is of very high quality, from fasteners to hoses. Installation according to the instructions is quite simple and does not cause difficulties even for inexperienced buyers who want to assemble the structure themselves. The shower stand is very convenient to use, maneuverable, switching modes is easy. The hand-held watering can is ergonomic and rotates 360 degrees. The rain shower is wide, 24 cm, which allows you to create an abundant flow of water, the angle of inclination can be easily changed. The EcoSmart function limits water consumption in order to save money; on the one hand, this is a clear advantage; on the other hand, the pressure suffers, but this is not critical and requires habit.

Advantages and disadvantages

• Large rain shower head
• Quality materials
• Full set, easy installation
• Strong modern design

• EcoSmart limits water pressure

System selection criteria

All designs differ in installation method and material of manufacture.

When selecting, you should first consider the following parameters:

• 
  Watering can size

  . This is one of the main parameters that needs to be taken into account first. The large head covers a large area and provides maximum water atomization. But when determining the size of the watering can, it is important to take into account the parameters of the room. In addition, when installing a large head, the water consumption increases accordingly.
• Installation height . rain heads are usually mounted overhead so that the water flows straight down, and you need to have enough headroom to allow it to flow comfortably.
• Functionality . This parameter depends on the model and accordingly affects the price of the device. People who prefer to change the settings and enjoy different options such as rain, powerful massage, soak or mist can choose a system with advanced settings.
• Quality . It is necessary to choose models from high-quality materials from trusted manufacturers. Be sure to check the warranty.
• Installation options . Systems built into the ceiling look exceptionally stylish. But it is not always possible to install them in accordance with all requirements. Therefore, when purchasing, the technical characteristics of the room are first taken into account. Sometimes, to install a system, you have to remodel the entire bathroom, and this can result in significant financial costs.

If the water used for showering is hard, choose shower heads with silicone inserts. They will prevent plaque from forming on the holes.

Faucet selection

The main mechanism for supplying water to the watering can is a mixer. Many people strive to purchase a model without this part. This option is convenient if the mixer is already installed and there is no need to replace it. The quality of the mixer is an important parameter that affects the correct operation of the entire system. When choosing, you need to pay attention not only to the design and material, but also to the quality of the internal parts.

Types of mixers:

• With lever or valve switch . The lever is simple and convenient, the valves require more effort.
• With and without thermostat. The presence of a thermostat allows you to maintain a constant temperature throughout the shower.

• With ceramic or ball cartridge . Ceramic is more durable, ball is cheaper.
• With or without spout . Its presence allows you to use the mixer for both shower and bath.

Expert opinion

Koklyaev Vladimir Stepanovich

Experienced plumber with 12 years of experience

The sizes of fasteners for systems are most often standard. But before purchasing, you should make sure that the complete set of connecting elements is compliant and available.

Top 6. Grohe Euphoria 260 27296002

Rating (2021): 4.56

110 reviews from resources were taken into account: Yandex.Market, VseInstrumenty, Leroy Merlin, Otzovik, IRecommend

The most functional overhead shower Unlike competitors, the overhead shower of this model operates in three modes. In addition to the tropical shower, it also allows you to release a massage jet.

• Characteristics

  Average price: RUB 32,047.

• Country: Germany
• Material: brass
• Mixer: double lever, with thermostat
• Overhead shower: round, 3 modes
• Equipment: mixer, rain shower, fasteners, hand shower
• Warranty: 5 years

The German brand Grohe has pleased customers with an excellent shower stand with a tropical shower. This is one of the highest quality models in our rating. Everything about it is perfect: wear-resistant high-quality materials, impeccable connections, reliable fastenings, safe and convenient mechanisms. In addition to this, the stand has a pleasant appearance. Users appreciated the three modes of the overhead shower, including a tropical shower and a massage jet. The thermostat did not go unnoticed; the owners report that it is of high quality and works correctly; it is enough to install pressure regulators. As you can see, the model is worthy and deservedly included in the ranking of the best. Disadvantages include the high cost and smooth surface of the handles; it is difficult to adjust the water with soapy hands.

Advantages and disadvantages

• Three overhead shower modes
• Anti-lime coating
• Massage jet mode
• Good thermostat

• High price
• Difficult to adjust with soapy hands

Equipment Features

A tropical shower is a system that imitates a warm shower right in your own apartment. This effect is achieved thanks to the special design of the water supply system. It arrives at specially designed gratings, where it is distributed. From a height, water falls in soft drops, and not in streams, as happens in a regular shower. The result is a feeling of being under a warm tropical downpour.

The main distinguishing feature of this system is the oversized watering can. This is where water is distributed. It is made round, square, rectangular, equipped with nozzles, and often supplemented with lighting. Due to aeration, the flow is divided into many drops saturated with air bubbles, the direction of fall of which is usually strictly vertical.

Usually the system has a control panel that allows you to make a light rain or a heavy downpour, as well as adjust the temperature of the supplied water.

Until recently, such a shower could only be taken in a spa, sanatorium or aqua center. But today such systems are often installed in private homes; you can often find tropical showers in the bathrooms of city apartments.

The structure is mounted on the ceiling, less often on the wall. When water is supplied to the watering can, a pressure of three to five atmospheres is created. This is the best option for a powerful design. Old plumbing systems are not always able to create such pressure, and in this case the full effect of rain will not be obtained.

The equipment is more intended for shower cabins. When installing a rain shower system, the bathtub must be equipped with a good curtain or screen, because a cloud of rain from a large watering can will not leave a centimeter dry on your body and around.

Difference from multi-mode watering can

Sometimes the tropical rain system is confused with a multi-mode watering can. But the designs have significant differences:

• Watering can sizes . It is much larger than a combined one, which allows you to create a dense curtain of water droplets that practically do not disperse, but fall down like a stream. The width of such a column reaches half a meter, sometimes more.

• Availability of aeration . In a tropical shower, the drops are saturated with air and, as a result, become soft and envelop the body, creating a special sensation.

Top 5. Wisent W3506 A

Rating (2021): 4.60

110 reviews from resources were taken into account: Yandex.Market, VseInstrumenty, Leroy Merlin, Otzovik, Ozon

Best price A shower stand from a Chinese brand will cost the buyer a little less than 10 thousand rubles. This is the best offer among competitors.

• Characteristics

  Average price: 9720 rub.

• Country: China
• Material: stainless steel
• Mixer: single lever
• Overhead shower: square, 1 mode
• Equipment: mixer, rain shower, fasteners, hand shower
• Warranty: 3 years

Quality is not always expensive, which is perfectly proven by the Wisent W3506 A model. This shower stand is one of the cheapest in our ranking of the best, which did not stop it from taking its place. The product of the Chinese brand is of good quality, strong, wear-resistant materials. The plumbing equipment is easy to use, switching is done by pressing a button, when the water is turned off, the switch automatically switches to spout mode to fill the bath. Housewives like the elegant design in which the model is made. It perfectly complements the interior. The disadvantages include insufficient kit; often during installation it is discovered that some parts necessary for fastening are missing. There is also not enough diagram for self-assembly.

Advantages and disadvantages

• Most affordable price
• Large square rain shower head
• Stylish modern design
• Reliable assembly, strong materials

• No instructions for self-installation
• Sometimes the kit does not include fastening parts

Features of system care

The main problem with the operation of a rain shower system can be the low quality of water, which contains various impurities. They negatively affect the operation of even the highest quality equipment. Clogged holes in the watering can restrict the flow of water and it stops working. This is not the manufacturer's fault. To avoid deposits, it is necessary to install an effective main water purification system in the house.

To avoid the accumulation of sediment in the holes of the watering can, it must be periodically cleaned with special chemicals or folk remedies. The part is removed and placed in the product for a certain time. The patency of the holes will be restored and the shower will start working.

Users often complain about low water pressure. Instead of the expected tropical downpour, there is a stream barely oozing from the watering can. Perhaps it's all about the pressure of the water supply. With different water supply systems in apartment buildings, there may be an increase or decrease in pressure on different floors. To solve the problem, try contacting the service provider or management company, or install a pump on the water supply pipes.

Top 4. KAISER Trio 57188

Rating (2021): 4.75

54 reviews from resources were taken into account: Yandex.Market, VseInstrumenty, Leroy Merlin, Otzovik, IRecommend

• Characteristics

  Average price: 19900 rub.

• Country: Germany
• Material: brass
• Mixer: double lever
• Overhead shower: oval, 1 mode
• Equipment: stand, hand shower, rain shower, mixer
• Warranty: 5 years

Rack with rain shower KAISER Trio 57188 ​​is a reliable and stylish German model of sanitary equipment. Users note the durability, the design is made of high quality brass using low pressure casting technology. The surface is chrome-plated, but its durability is questionable; if used carelessly, it becomes scratched. In addition, the shiny parts of the shower stand require more attention to care, since soap stains and limescale deposits are very noticeable on them. The mixer is a reliable, wear-resistant mechanism designed for long-term use. The owners appreciated not only the adjustable rain shower, but also the hydromassage hand shower. The KAISER Trio 57188 ​​shower stand is worthily included in the rating of the best and deserves the attention of potential buyers.

Advantages and disadvantages

• High quality materials
• Modern, sleek design
• Three-layer chrome plating
• Reliable mixer mechanism

• Gets scratched if not used carefully
• Non-obvious regulatory system

See also:

• 10 best hygienic showers

Top 3. Milardo Helic HELSB1FM06

Rating (2021): 4.79

98 reviews from resources were taken into account: Yandex.Market, VseInstrumenty, Leroy Merlin, Otzovik, IRecommend

• Characteristics

  Average price: 12590 rub.

• Country Russia
• Material: stainless steel
• Mixer: double lever
• Overhead shower: round, 1 mode
• Equipment: mixer, rain shower, fasteners, hand shower
• Warranty: 7 years

Milardo Helic HELSB1FM06 is a shower stand with a tropical shower from a Russian manufacturer, which is worthily included in the ranking of the best. This model pleases with its quality, ease of installation, the kit includes all the necessary fasteners and detailed instructions. Owners in the reviews noted a convenient swivel spout for filling the bath, a hand-held shower head with three modes, and a fairly large surface of the rain shower. The shower stand is practical, relatively inexpensive and durable. The manufacturer provides a 7-year warranty for its product, which is higher than that of most competitors. At the same time, the model is attractive, has a modern design and fits perfectly into the interior of the bathroom. It is certainly worthy of buyers' attention. The only thing to consider is that the rain shower is not adjustable, the angle of inclination is always the same.

Advantages and disadvantages

• Convenient control
• Easy to care for
• Decent quality of materials
• Affordable price

• The angle of the rain shower is not adjustable

See also:

• 10 Best Shower Faucets

Successful design solutions (photo)

Built-in shower systems look original in every interior style. Some people decorate them with dark tiles and complement them with glass doors, while others decorate them with mirrored doors. To simplify the task, you need to consider ready-made design solutions with photos.

The built-in shower allows you to quickly refresh and recuperate.

A built-in shower is an excellent solution for a bathroom.

A built-in shower is a convenient system that has a number of advantages.

The built-in tropical system will visually increase the space.

The built-in shower is very convenient.

Top 2. Grohe Tempesta Cosmopolitan 210 27922001

Rating (2021): 4.83

94 reviews from resources were taken into account: Yandex.Market, VseInstrumenty, Otzovik, IRecommend, Ozon

The most recommended model The German brand Grohe is one of the most reliable. Its Tempesta Cosmopolitan shower column is recommended by both users and plumbing professionals.

• Characteristics

  Average price: 28827 rub.

• Country: Germany
• Material: brass
• Mixer: double lever
• Overhead shower: round, 1 mode
• Equipment: mixer, rain shower, fasteners, hand shower, stand, hose
• Warranty: 5 years

The Grohe Tempesta Cosmopolitan shower stand is another high-quality and reliable German product in our ranking of the best. It is worth noting that this brand is widely represented on the market and is popular. It is recommended by both users and professional plumbers. Reviews note the quality of assembly and materials, convenient controls, and the presence of a thermostat. Overall, the system is very reliable, from the mixer mechanisms to the stand mounting. A fairly large rain shower head produces a copious flow of water. Its direction is easily adjustable. Users who have been using the Grohe Tempesta Cosmopolitan shower rack for several years describe it as reliable and durable. The only downside is that the shiny surfaces are dirty; you have to wash them more often so that no drops are visible.

Advantages and disadvantages

• High build quality
• Convenient temperature controller, thermostat
• Reliable plumbing system
• Durable, works properly for many years

• Requires more attention in care

See also:

• 10 best shower cabin companies

What determines the installation height of the mixer?

It is important to note that all the figures indicated above are only recommendations. After all, the premises and requirements of different consumers differ from one to another and are unique. For this reason, height of the crane will always be different. This parameter, and the installation method itself, depends on various factors. One of them is the type of mixer.

Each of them needs to be mounted at a different height (as indicated in the previous paragraph). If two taps are installed for the bathtub and sink (that is, for each of the bowls), then the mixer that you will use only for the bathtub can be mounted at a distance of 20–25 cm from its upper edge.

If you plan to use only one faucet (with a long spout) for both devices, then the installation height above the upper side of the bath should be at least 30 centimeters. It is recommended to install the faucet above the sink at a distance of at least 25 cm from its top edge. This height is optimal so that the consumer can easily wash their hands, wash themselves and perform the entire set of hygiene procedures.