Outdoor Shower Design Choices

The new generation of outdoor showers is more creative, luxurious and extravagant. You can even incorporate your personality into the designs. Additionally, building an outdoor shower can be a do-it-yourself project, depending on the caliber of shower stall you want and your plumbing or construction experience.

Do you think an outdoor shower would be a perfect summer project? Here are some tips and factors to consider to get started.

• Find and do your homework

Before losing necessary tools and materials, check your local building codes as there may be statutes related to design or drainage, as well as many restrictions on lines. Select the correct type. Decide if you want a suspended shower or a freestanding outdoor shower. Wall showers are those that are fixed to the wall and are fixed. The freestanding shower is portable and connects with flexible hoses. If you build your showers on the wall of your home, you can really take advantage of the existing water and sewer lines in your home. This will definitely save you a lot and lower your overall cost.

• It has a good drainage system

You should definitely have a good drainage system that draws water away from your home. As mentioned above, you need to check local building codes or codes because some areas, for example, do not allow water to drain through a layer of stone.

• Choose materials wisely

Make sure the materials you choose are weather resistant and can withstand severe storms. For the frame, cedar, stone and mahogany are wise choices. For shower accessories, you will need a shower head and a shelf for shampoo, soap, and towels. For manipulators, always choose stainless steel, brass, or galvanized metal. These are very durable materials that can go a long way toward extending the life of your outdoor shower. As some sayings go, it is better to invest in more expensive materials while saving money on repairing the final product when things go wrong.

• Always make privacy a priority

Unless you live in a very private area, you want to make sure you don’t give your neighbors some unexpected offers when you shower. This is why having a bathtub is so important. You can also create a halo or canopy feel without blocking the sunlight by shading the screen. Or you can also consider the well-established climbing farms, which have provided a level of privacy for many others. If no one can see you from the top of a second-story window, you can also consider leaving the top of the shower open.

• In conclusion

Many people like to shower outside. By carefully evaluating your needs and the nature of your property, you will find the source of water that works best for you, be it the plumbing in the house, the hose, or the tank.