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Jun 25 2007

Easy as 1-2-3: Get an Upscale Shower without Remodeling

Published by Jennifer at 10:20 pm under Showers

(ARA) – Tired of starting your day with a lackluster shower? Want to upgrade to the invigorating showers you see in magazines or hotels without remodeling your bath? Luckily, creating a luxurious shower environment is as easy as 1-2-3. By simply upgrading your shower with a new showerhead, you’ll have the robust experience you’ve always dreamed of for your daily escape in no time at all.

Step 1: Choose Your Personal Showerhead Style
Start creating your new personal shower space by choosing the showerhead that meets your needs and desires. There are two main categories of showerheads to choose from: fixed or handheld. But within these categories is a wealth of options — from rainshowers to multi-setting versions.

Fixed Showerheads
Fixed showerheads are permanently mounted to the wall of the shower. Although stationary, these showerheads are far from plain. Great luxurious choices include oversized rainshowers, such as Moen’s Inspire 9-inch Rainshower with InvigoRain pressurized spray, which provide a strong, invigorating rainshower experience with full coverage that envelops the entire body in high- performance water sprays. Or if you’d prefer a variety of spray options, try a multi-setting showerhead. Moen’s Inspire multi-setting showerheads allow you to choose the distinct spray setting that suits your mood. These showerheads are available at Lowe’s in today’s most popular finishes.

Handheld Showerheads
Handheld showerheads are connected to the wall with a flexible hose, allowing a wide range of motion. Ideal for bathing children and pets and cleaning your shower, these showerheads are also a perfect choice for seniors who prefer to sit in the shower. Plus, they offer an easy way to clean the shower and tub, reaching into every corner. Much like fixed showerheads, there are a number of handheld showerhead options. Moen’s Inspire multi-setting showerheads are available in handheld versions and can be purchased in a variety of finishes to maintain a stylish look in the bath.

Step 2: Install Your New Showerhead
It really is as easy as 1-2-3 to update your showerhead. And within minutes, you can create a completely new and invigorating experience. Here’s how:

1. Unscrew the existing showerhead from the shower arm, using a crescent wrench if necessary.

2. Remove any old thread seal tape and apply new by wrapping the tape around the shower arm threads two to three times.

3. By hand, screw the new showerhead onto the shower arm. Use the wrench to tighten the new showerhead. If installing a handheld version, first screw the handheld bracket to the shower arm and tighten with a wrench. Then, attach the hose and handheld shower to the handheld bracket.

Step 3: Enjoy
Now you’re ready to enjoy your new shower retreat! Grab your favorite body wash and loofah and jump in — you can enjoy the shower of your dreams anytime you wish — all without the cost of a bathroom remodel.

For more information on Moen showerheads, visit www.moen.com or call (800) BUY-MOEN (289-6636).

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