Best shower arms & slide bars according to redditors
We found 124 Reddit comments discussing the best shower arms & slide bars. We ranked the 33 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 124 Reddit comments discussing the best shower arms & slide bars. We ranked the 33 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
Get one of these. It took my husband and I six years to get one. I don't know why we waited so long. They're not that hard to put in, and if your complex is managed you can probably get a maintenance person to install it for you!
Might also look at this style if you are renting. You just unscrew the shower head, screw on the extender, then the shower head goes on the other end of the extender. You can also loosen the fingernuts which lets it flop free. Makes it much easier to rinse out the shower when cleaning.
This shower head extension is one of the best thing's I've bought recently:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0064TYE9Y/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It makes me weep for all those years when I had to squat in the shower to get my shoulders and head wet.
https://www.amazon.com/Faucet-UA902-PK-10-inch-Adjustable-Shower/dp/B0064TYE9Y/
Shower head extension! Enjoy water falling on your head, not your shoulders!
Edit: link formatting
Not very. Get this 16x16" rainfall shower head from amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/GGStudy-Square-Stainless-Shower-Rubbed/dp/B07HKCXJ6N/ref=sr_1_3?s=amazon-devices&ie=UTF8&qid=1549372642&sr=8-3&keywords=16x16+rain+shower
18" extension arm:
https://www.amazon.com/Vida-Alegr%C3%ADa-18-Inch-Shower-Extension/dp/B01LZKBTSO/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1549372828&sr=8-10&keywords=shower+extension+arm
And this 3x5' teak shower mat:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MI0E7JK/ref=psdc_1063242_t3_B004DENTSO
The ones I am talking about are metal. Like this: https://www.amazon.com/Adjustable-Shower-Head-Extension-Arm/dp/B019KO96TW
Then the shower can float above your head and take up zero space in the stall.
This and This.
if you're a decent height person, replace your shower arm with this. It made my showers so much more comfortable.
http://www.amazon.com/LDR-520-2419CP-Shower-Flange/dp/B0058FQJNY/ref=sr_1_4?s=kitchen-bath&ie=UTF8&qid=1462266358&sr=1-4&keywords=shower+arm
In the meantime try this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0064TYE9Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_dp_T1_nS3DzbEQB03HM
I use it in my rental and it's great -- I'm 6'3" and I fit under it.
Why do people put up with this? Either get a detachable shower head or an extension arm.
If you live in an apartment just keep the original one so you can put it back on when you move out. You can usually install them without even using any tools.
From one tall person to another get one of these then a rain style showerhead.
It's a great feeling to stand up straight and have the water wash over all of you, front and back.
And if you can't change the arm in the wall for whatever reason, there's also extensions:
https://www.amazon.com/UA902-PK-Universal-Showering-Components-Adjustable/dp/B0064TYE9Y/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1483946125&sr=8-2&keywords=shower+extension
6'4" if anyone's curious. And here's the extender.
You can go to your local hardware store like Homo Depot and ask for a 3 way (diverter). An example is linked below.
You can also ask for a shower hand held. They can replace your shower head or some come with diverter. But more importantly they use the same sort of hose that you can attach your... attachment to.
Delta Shower Arm Diverter for Hand Shower, Chrome https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0064TXLHA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_J.GtDbYYZNJV7
Almost 6'3" here. One of the first renovations I've done in every place I've owned is raise the shower head in whatever shower I will be using. It's not really that big a deal if you can access the plumbing from the other side.
If you're renting or not that handy you can also used one of these for a quick fix.
Shower Arm S Style Chrome
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000MNJJ66/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_mpYDDbCH17Z1M
Your new best friend
I'm only 5'11", but my mom's house was built for hobbits. This is an absolute lifesaver.
Delta Faucet U4920-PK 3-Way Shower Arm Diverter with Handshower Mount, Chrome https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0064TXJM2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_7LrADbGX905F1
You take the rain head off and put this in line. Then you can switch from one to the other :)
You might want to wrap threads in teflon tape but this is something pretty much anyone can do themselves.
If anyone is interested, you could do this yourself in 5 minutes for under $20.
You just need a new shower pipe like this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000MNJJ66/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?qid=1404920039&sr=8-3&pi=QL40
I wonder if you could prevent it from getting quite as wet by adjusting the angle the shower sprays. We did a quick fix to our shower to make it more of a "rain shower" by adding an extension arm: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0064TYE9Y?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd_title
The water now splashes totally differently in our whole shower. Since it's strait down, the walls do not get nearly as wet. I didn't anticipate how big the change would be.
someone posted this https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CZDVZ6R?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
in the sub a few days ago might fix your dilemma
i am 6'6 and constantly smacking my face on the shower head i might have to buy one soon too
This thing was the first thing I was thinking. I have this everywhere now. My wife is 5'3" and I'm 6'4".
http://www.amazon.com/Shower-Arm-S-Style-Chrome/dp/B000MNJJ66
Yeah those things are kinda shit. Try this:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000MNJJ66/
That is an absolute unit of a link you got there. Same product: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07932GN5R/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_GpfRCbE62G4XZ
You need this:
https://www.amazon.com/SparkPod-Adjustable-Shower-Extension-Polished/dp/B07932GN5R/ref=pd_day0_hl_0_14?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07932GN5R&pd_rd_r=fefc6db0-5a9a-11e9-a03a-2fbc259a3d14&pd_rd_w=f55sa&pd_rd_wg=UIxoG&pf_rd_p=ad07871c-e646-4161-82c7-5ed0d4c85b07&pf_rd_r=9ATE15N48YC8NC77XT6M&psc=1&refRID=9ATE15N48YC8NC77XT6M
There's this shit called a shower arm. I'm 6'2 and live in a pretty small apartment as well. It cost me like 20$ max and made showers 100% better.
http://www.amazon.com/UA902-PK-Universal-Showering-Components-Adjustable/dp/B0064TYE9Y/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1425925427&sr=8-1&keywords=shower+arm
Dude, https://www.amazon.com/Swan-Shower-Extension-SCL5F10I-C-Unit/dp/B007UKJKFO
I use this adjustable shower extender arm. https://www.amazon.com/Extender-Rainfall-Adjustable-Extension-Straight/dp/B01M1DSC53/ref=as_li_ss_tl?crid=22HKZG8DNIHLA&keywords=shower+extender+arm&qid=1564757752&s=gateway&sprefix=shower+e,aps,154&sr=8-7&linkCode=ll1&tag=justtall65-20&linkId=fa56ccfcc00aba36238028878efe88c8&language=en_US
Super easy to install and remove if you're in a rental.
I'd recommend an S-pipe if you own the place. https://www.amazon.com/LDR-Industries-520-2419CP-Shower/dp/B0058FQJNY/ref=as_li_ss_tl?crid=22HKZG8DNIHLA&keywords=shower+extender+arm&qid=1564757302&s=gateway&sprefix=shower+e,aps,154&sr=8-17&linkCode=ll1&tag=justtall65-20&linkId=f5fbcd48af0583d4caf62557d2b0a8a9&language=en_US
I recommend a shower head like this, and/or an extension like this. I have a similar setup, and it's pretty awesome. Obviously not helpful for the road, but for 95% of the rest of life it's great.
Take the shower head. They should have the correct size. You can buy a three-adapter kit, as well, which covers pretty much all of them, I think.
https://www.amazon.com/All-Ball-End-Shower-Adapter/dp/B06XCD4X39
On the other hand, this is DIY, so replacing the shower arm is not that complicated. They are connected via a threaded connection in the wall and there are plenty of videos on youtube.
Get a shower head extender. Helps with the height, you won't lose any pressure, and it makes it easier to rinse out the tub after cleaning. I recommend this cheapo Delta; it's been good to me for years now.
[This](http://www.Shower.com/ Arm, Fivanus Universal Showering Components, 11"(Total Length) Adjustable Height Shower Head Arm Easy for Any Shower Angles. Chrome https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CN6AMRO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_2U9Wzb72PKJQC) is a life saver
Shower sprays can work, but you'll occasionally run into issues like this where it doesn't completely wash out.
You should look into getting a small pressure washer, and a garden hose adapter for your shower arm. When I converted a spare bathroom to my washout station, I got one of these, and one of these, and hooked up my pressure washer to it, while still being able to attach the shower head.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000MNJJ66/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1376333469&sr=8-1&pi=SL75
Not OP but I've installed the same at every place I've rented in the last 5 years. They have longer ones at Home Depot/elsewhere on the net, but they're all called the same.
Edit: "S-pipe"
https://www.amazon.com/Labkiss-Universal-Adjustable-Bathroom-Replacement/dp/B01L9CY4CM/ref=pd_sim_60_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01L9CY4CM&pd_rd_r=B5AJ4AT71M2D25N6B26V&pd_rd_w=yWOYY&pd_rd_wg=D2x9i&psc=1&refRID=B5AJ4AT71M2D25N6B26V
That should work for your pole idea. If not, go suction but you'll run into lack of a good surface to stick it.
https://www.lowes.ca/handheld-shower-holders/pfister-015-sm0-suction-handshower-holder_g1357437.html
https://www.amazon.ca/Metro-Fulfillment-House-Safe-Grip-Safe-Grip/dp/B008C8T742
We use one of these and one of these
I'm 6'4" and I use This to solve the problem. No more bending over in the shower. Unless you want to :)
Same problem here, I got a shower head extension, $20, does the job beautifully!
I am 6' 8" tall and around four hundred pounds. I find most things in life are not made for me. However, I have been using one of the following in the shower for around fifteen years now, and I love it completely. I've had to take it apart and change out the o-rings once or twice over the years but other than that it has been wonderful!
http://www.amazon.com/9IN-CHRM-SHOWER-ARM-EXTENSION/dp/B000KKKZ8W
You and your housemates should pitch in and get one of these https://www.amazon.com/Faucet-UA902-PK-10-inch-Adjustable-Shower/dp/B0064TYE9Y/ref=sxin_0_ac_d_pm?ac_md=1-0-VW5kZXIgJDI1-ac_d_pm&keywords=shower+head+extension+arm&pd_rd_i=B0064TYE9Y&pd_rd_r=f3d8b505-9fde-4eb7-976e-f5769169494c&pd_rd_w=Zak29&pd_rd_wg=1EWk6&pf_rd_p=be5d8dec-444e-4770-91df-1e16a8c46da8&pf_rd_r=KVECPYKA6J4RV4C2ZGV5&qid=1564766280&s=gateway
Add one of these s extensions in addition
Lol going o be a funny looking shower when you are done
I found it on Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CZDVZ6R?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I got it from here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0058FQJNY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_mMMVAbN4TTMAY
These are life changers. https://www.amazon.com/Faucet-UA902-PK-10-inch-Adjustable-Shower/dp/B0064TYE9Y/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=shower+head+extender&qid=1569603640&s=gateway&sr=8-5
Or the slightly more work but better looking version.
https://www.amazon.com/LDR-Industries-520-2419CP-Shower/dp/B0058FQJNY/ref=sr_1_8?keywords=shower+head+extender&qid=1569603640&s=gateway&sr=8-8
I'm 6'4"... This will solve your problem, and it's easy to install
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Get a shower extension! I’m 6’4” and this changed my life Delta Faucet UA902-PK 10-inch Adjustable Shower Arm, Chrome https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0064TYE9Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_X5W3Cb0BDP7DD
if you dont need the adustability, and just need it to be higher, this is a significantly less ugly version of that:
https://www.amazon.com/LDR-Industries-520-2419CP-Shower/dp/B0058FQJNY/
just to be clear, this replaces the downward facing shower arm where as the one OP linked attatches onto the end of the downward facing arm.
however, OPs is probably a safer install if you are renting.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0064TYE9Y/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awdb_ukjxybRBZYN1E
Try one of these extenders. They take only a few minutes to install and you'll never have this problem again.
You're Welcome
<$20 solution
http://www.amazon.com/UA902-PK-Universal-Showering-Components-Adjustable/dp/B0064TYE9Y/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1422656641&amp;sr=8-4&amp;keywords=flexible+shower+arm&amp;pebp=1422656640170&amp;peasin=B0064TYE9Y
About $45 at a Lowes nearby my house.
At Amazon for $18 plus shipping.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0064TYE9Y
A few months ago someone else on r/tall linked to this one and I got it. $17 and worth every penny!
I'm also 6' 5" and I put one of these extensions on for now until I remodel my shower.
I'm assuming this is a dorm with a shower in the room if not this advice might not apply unless you don't mind waiting to take a shower in a specific stall. As a tall person myself I know about this sort of thing. They make height extenders. Here is the one I use. It just screws on where the head is, I would recommend getting a bigger rain type shower head.
annnnd fixed.
Life changer.
Swan Shower Extension SCL5F10I-C Shower Extension Unit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007UKJKFO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_qFJDybWERPWHX
Hey, guys? You know there's an easy fix for this, right?
https://www.amazon.com/Faucet-UA902-PK-10-inch-Adjustable-Shower/dp/B0064TYE9Y/
I've done that myself to every apartment I've ever lived in with one of these and a little teflon tape... shower extension
We used this. Works great.
Adjustable Shower Arm Extension by WaterPoint, Brass Shower Head Extension Arm with High Polished Chrome Finish 11+ Inch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CZDVZ6R
Here is what you need:
Shower Arm S Style Chrome by Interbath http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000MNJJ66/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_5t7utb0QVPYT6
And this shower head is awesome:
Speakman S-2005-HB Hotel Anystream High Pressure Adjustable Shower Head, Polished Chrome by Speakman http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0018LGZ04/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_Ku7utb1RZTM8W
And teflon tape:
Mr. Gasket 2842G Teflon Tape by Mr. Gasket http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000BWCFT6/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_Bv7utb18PDVMN
As a fellow 6'5, 200 pounder, may I suggest one of these? The installation is really easy and you don't have to duck down as far.
The 396 gph version isn't much more expensive. To keep from using too much ice, you could start by letting the pot rest on its own for a few minutes (try a hop stand!), then switch to cold tap water through the pump, then switch that out for ice water. The key is just maintaining a high differential between the wort and whatever you're cooling with.
Another option -- and this is a little off the wall -- is to use your shower. You could switch to a handheld shower, get a diverter, or get a showerhead with a splitter that would let you easily swap in your wort chiller. Handheld showers use a pretty standard 1/2" thread.
If it's your own place, you can put one or more of these in. Takes like 2 minutes. Makes a world of difference.
Shower Extension
Shower Arm
Unscrew shower head, screw this on:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0064TYE9Y
screw shower head on to that.
If that's not enough, there are other options, or you can go with a hand held head on a flex hose.
I had the same problem, you're going to need one of these:
http://www.amazon.com/Shower-Arm-S-Style-Chrome/dp/B000MNJJ66/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1406467543&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=shower+head+pipe
Extremely easy to install, just don't forget the teflon tape
Need something like this?
https://www.amazon.com/Purelux-Shower-Stainless-Rainfall-Extension/dp/B074TFVGFJ/ref=sr_1_12?keywords=High+Rise+Shower+Arm&qid=1563915369&s=gateway&sr=8-12
It won't help THAT much, but there are these things.
I own my house but haven't wanted to remodel the bathroom yet, so I use one. It only adds 11" but it's better than nothing!
Fair warning, I have never used the device, it was just a quick search to illustrate a point. If this were me, I would find the local plumbing supply house where all the tradesmen go to buy plumbing parts, and ask them for an Offset Flange, or at least google offset flange and find one that is reviewed well. My question with using an offset flange is how to get the wax ring to work right, but probably wont bee too difficult.
Edit #1:
ALso, if you got something like this
https://www.amazon.com/LDR-520-2419CP-Shower-Flange/dp/B0058FQJNY/ref=sr_1_12_sspa?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1522868382&amp;sr=8-12-spons&amp;keywords=offset+flange&amp;psc=1
You might be able to raise and steer the head closer to the shower door and bring it higher.
You can buy attachments that let you adjust the height
Shower Extender Arm-11" Angle/Height Adjustable Entirely Brass Material Shower Arm Extension, Polished Chrome https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06ZZLTQF1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_21qDAb7XQT7AA
Join the club my tall brethren.
Older houses were built for the generations before us. Better nutrition allowed us to grow taller than our parents and this has been going on for a few generations. I'm a builder and the ones I build come out of the ceiling or up around 6'4' depending on the installation. But we've also got to take the shorter of us into account too. So we use something like this http://www.amazon.com/UA902-PK-Universal-Showering-Components-Adjustable/dp/B0064TYE9Y/ref=sr_1_5/189-6573436-0688128?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1416201795&amp;sr=8-5&amp;keywords=Rainfall+Showerhead
Lots of different designs are available and if you shop around you can get what fits your needs pretty cheaply. I hate to say it but Walmart has a decent selection. They have to serve a lot of freaks so they're going to have a good selection that are designed differently. The majority have a pulse setting but they sell standard ones too.
Changing my shower arm , getting a water diverter , getting any rainfall shower head, combining it with a high pressure hose shower head and a suction cup shower bar so you don't have to drill . Every time I bathe I feel like I'm in a spa.
There are a couple different kinds and the threads might be different. Buy both and just try it.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000H621ZO/ref=psdcmw_6810215011_t3_B00838JY7Q
Pfister is the most common brand that I’ve seen
Here’s a set of 3 different adapter sizes
https://www.amazon.com/All-Ball-End-Shower-Adapter/dp/B06XCD4X39
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JWSTONK/ref=sspa_dk_detail_5?psc=1&amp;pd_rd_i=B00JWSTONK
Not directly related to your post, but check this out:
https://www.amazon.com/Faucet-UA902-PK-10-inch-Adjustable-Shower/dp/B0064TYE9Y/ref=sr_1_4?s=kitchen-bath&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1521893201&amp;sr=1-4&amp;keywords=shower+head+extension+arm
It raises your shower head by about 10 inches. I went from having the showerhead right at the base of my neck to just under the top of my head. I have to bend WAY less now to shampoo/condition my hair
Ask and you shall receive... http://www.amazon.com/Opella-205-995-280-Shower-Head-Swivel/dp/B0038FLVRK
You could also try this... http://www.amazon.com/UA902-PK-Universal-Showering-Components-Adjustable/dp/B0064TYE9Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1449012613&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=shower+head+extension+arm&amp;refinements=p_85%3A2470955011
These ones are better!
You are trying to solve a problem that has already been solved
This would work better
This is the same reason I hate EVERY shower. Buy one of these, it will be the best $20 bucks you'll ever spend. Take it with you when you travel.
I'd go with an s curve shower arm instead. I'm 6' 2" and put one on my shower and it works perfectly, the adjustable kind can and will leak eventually.
For a glorious showering experience, try this raincan showerhead. I don't know how lived without it now.
Plumber here, this should help a bit.
http://www.amazon.com/Shower-Arm-S-Style-Chrome/dp/B000MNJJ66/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1347519017&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=S+shower+arm
If you can't find wall mount that will stick to your tile, another option could be one of those adjustable shower arms that let you raise and lower the shower head.
http://www.amazon.com/UA902-PK-Universal-Showering-Components-Adjustable/dp/B0064TYE9Y/ref=pd_bxgy_hi_img_z
OH MAN I have just the solution for you. Check this shit out. He can fix this for $17 with 10 inch adjustable shower arm, bitches!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0064TYE9Y/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0064TYE9Y/ref=oh_details_o08_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
Thanks for the suggestions! I just stumbled upon this video which explains that is a ball end shower arm from the 80's and linked to this set of 3 adapters for the 3 companies.
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This other thread says I could/should instead replace the shower arm itself.
A true life changer. Or anything similar will do. It went from the showerhead being eye level to "Holy shit, is this what it is like to shower as an average person?"
Check this out.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0064TYE9Y/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_2?pf_rd_p=1944687742&amp;pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&amp;pf_rd_t=201&amp;pf_rd_i=B000EN4MCK&amp;pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&amp;pf_rd_r=1E15VX5T0QV21WY09179
And there you go, have fun looking on amazon, you should be able to locate one for under $120 easily.
I purchased a T fitting that allows you to use two shower heads, and switch the water between the two. It works great. It is universal, so it should work with most handheld showers.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0064TXJM2
I highly recommend this:
http://amzn.com/B00JX1T8UU
attached to one or maybe even two of these:
http://amzn.com/B0064TYE9Y
I think ima do this.
Half in wall plate. Screw to wall.
Half in pipe, however long that makes sense.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0064TXLHA/ref=redir_mdp_mobile
Hook that to it.
Attach hose from tub faucet to bottom of the valve.
Attach any shower head I want to other end of valve.