Rain shower head

The first two photos show the same head with its two sprays. In rain mode, the water comes out of the nozzle grille and falls in a steady curtain. In waterfall mode, it escapes through a slot at the front and forms a thick sheet.

The waterfall feels good on the neck and shoulders; rain suits a full shower.

Switching from one to the other depends on the tapware that feeds the head: the photos show no selector on the head itself. In the waterfall photo, the water falls in a thick ribbon in front of the head, away from the wall plate.

The head is a rectangle with rounded corners, slightly domed, with a thin edge. It is carried by a straight wall arm that starts from a square wall plate.

The photos show three looks: chrome with a light face, brushed metal and matt black. The chrome option is the shiniest version, the metal a satin stainless tone.

The body is stated as brass, heavier and more durable than chrome-plated plastic. Matt black sets off the clear sheet of water, as the last photo shows, while the white and chrome version brightens a dark shower. The options offered are chrome, metal and black.

The arm is fixed to the wall above the shower, on a water supply coming out of the partition. This is the standard installation for a concealed shower, with a wall-mounted mixer or thermostatic valve.

To get both sprays, the head generally needs two supplies controlled by a diverter: have your plumber check this before choosing the mixer.

The grille and the slot should be rinsed after the shower; a microfibre cloth lightly soaked in diluted vinegar removes limescale marks. Think about the fitting height: the head should be above the tallest user.