How can a shower head be both high pressure and water saving at the same time? Do they make one that doesn't care about water? :) I want pressure! :)
1188472
The stream is aerosolized to much smaller particles and there is plenty of pressure but still the same volume. As I said in my review, the small droplets also result in evaporative cooling so I tend to run the shower hotter to compensate. If you could decrease the spread of the stream, this would be a great shower head.
1188473
We absolutely love this shower head and bought two more after our initial purchase. There is plenty of pressure which is so helpful in rinsing shampoo and conditioner from my hair. I haven't noticed a reduction in water usage and quite possibly we use more since we find showers so much more relaxing.
1188474
because air pressure is created by adding to the mixture thus leaves less water (more dispersed)
1707279
There is no pressure controller / valve. This is one thing I mentioned in my review, that I also wish it had. It simply runs at full blast once you turn the faucet on. One small thing you can do tho, is buy a water restrictor or cut a rubber washer to fit the hot and cold lines. That will reduce the flow of hot and cold and thus reduce the pressure. If you use the handheld shower mostly, you can buy a shower head water restrictor (they are literally only $1.00... go to True Value... Home Depot and Lowes don't sell oddly enough!), and they restrict shower flow to 2.5 gallons per minute which is green and eco-conscious! But the restrictor will literally restrict / lessen the flow and the pressure.... ;-)
1134672
There is a manual valve that can be positioned such that water flows out both the showerhead and the handheld device but there is only one water line so preassure is deminished if operated in this manner. I do not believe that the unit is designed to be operated in this manner but it could be if one was satisfied with the volume of water flowing from the devices.
1624309
Yes. I have one and use it for a two shower head system. I can select between either shower heads or both at the same time. When using both, there is a slight water pressure drop. The temperature control is the rotation of the lever and the volume is controlled with pushing and pulling the lever. The top lever select the output. Also my favorite thing about this valve is that flushing the toilet won't make the shower colder or hotter.
1923801
I was wrong! I'm sorry. I checked again after seeing the other responses. Yes, the shower head does indeed move. The first time I checked, I guess I didn't move it hard enough. I normally leave the head where it is and don't move it.
1527392
In my experience, the water pressure has not changed a bit! It is consistent with what it was with the old shower head. We have all noticed such a difference with our hair and skin - much softer and less dry! I would definitely recommend this!
2192930
I spent months trying to find a valve that behaved like a hydraulic valve used on pipelines. Was dismayed to discover that shower valves were required to allow a small amount of flow to continue in order to keep the water the same temperature when it is turned back on. To avoid cold water shock I suppose.Finally had to buy a less attractive valve from an industrial supply store that actually performed as I wanted, meaning full off or full divert.
1803577
No its just one setting, but it is a great shower head with great pressure. I think they have one that changes settings it's just more expensive
2210242
I echo the other response . Wife and I are both very happy with this shower head. No complaints at all.
1430214
I have been impressed with the water pressure. I was worried when I first got them because the plastic hoses inside were kinked and small. I actually bought and installed two towers in the same shower and both have plenty of pressure when they are on at the same time. My home is plumbed with 1/2 inch copper lines and has a pressure reducer at the main line as required by code. Do not use the measurements from the online instructions to install the tower because they are incorrect. Use actual measurements from the tower before beginning plumbing installation and drilling holes in the tile.
91697
These type of shower heads make a bit more noise. You may attempt to try another, but such can be considered an individual preference. The noise doesn't bother me......
1514387
When in the position that allows both the hand held and shower head to spray water...YES If position on only shower head or only hand held, I don't notice any pressure loss
2228603
No shower head is legally allowed to let the water shut off entirely at it -- that's what the shower valve is for. This is per Universal Plumbing Code. IIRC, they were afraid people would shut off the shower at the head and walk away, leaving the shower head and water line pressurized. In theory, either the shower head wasn't rated for this and/or some unsuspecting person would try to cut into the pressurized pipes/unscrew the shower head with the water still going. While I'm sure it's happened, it definitely falls under the "not very likely" category for me. Same for all of the anti-siphon / backflow requirements, which I think are just another way for plumbers and related trades to make more money. At least for residential applications.
642046
Water pressure is about the same on either. Please reconsider buying the fixed shower head instead as there is a design flaw in the wand unit(Check out the numerous "1" reviews" re: the cheap plastic holder. It falls off continuously and will not stay upright due to the weight. Culligan will not return any e-mails. so my advice is to stay away from the wand and go with the shower head unit only
1686975
I am using it as my main shower head. I removed the pipe that connected the old shower head to the water delivery pipe. I think the force of the water is strong.
1851075
There is no noticeable reduction in water flow or water pressure even with two shower heads in operation.. Love this product.
1527394
I had a "top notch" shower head that I replaced with THIS one because of a lack in water pressure. This shower head is great........ gives a true "rain shower" effect and the filter gives my hair a break from all the chemicals in water. I enjoyed this showerhead so much I purchased the hand held model for my other bathroom. So far I have not had to change the filter in either shower head. Instalation was easy..... and I am a girl! lol