Best Electric cold feed only shower

Liz_Hanson

I have recently moved (away from my combi-boiler/thermostat shower) and now have an old electric shower in my bathroom. All is to be replaced soon and I would like advice on the 'best' electric showers. My main requirement is the best flow rate. We can only have cold water feed so no power shower is possible. Please advise best performers for consideration.

Cardew

Welcome to the forum.

The flow rate of an electric shower is determined by power rating.

Electric showers are usually rated between 6.5kW and 10.5kW and the higher the power the greater the the amount of hot water it can heat.

Bear in mind that the higher powered showers will often need your house wiring and fuses(trips) uprating. Most important you have that checked before you buy a shower. There is no point in buying a 10.5kW shower for a couple of hundred pounds and find you need to spend a thousand pounds on electrical modifications.


The other determining factor is the temperature of the cold water input. In winter you can have a lower flow rate.

No idea what make of shower is the best.

allan673

cardew is spot on, seek advice on what shower your wiring will be ok with.

mira showers or triton imo.

Ken68

Hi Liz....I've just had a Triton put in, satisfactory.
The shower cabinet itself is from another supplier, and the fitter will put it all together.
The tiling is also seperate, tho my installer called himself plumber/tiler. He bought the materials from a local Building supplier, gave me his discount and quoted a fixed labour charge. I had to buy the tiles of my choice to his dimensions.
Minimize the distant to the drainaway, otherwise lots of exposed pipes,which may have to be boxed in.
The plumber will also call in an electrician qualified to fix wiring in a wet environment. A continuous cable from bathroom to fuse unit is mandatory.
The tiling is configured from the shower tray, and if you are having a complete refit, lots to think of.
If you choose a shower cubicle go for the largest you can afford. Glass or plastic is an option.