Frequently Asked Questions about Showers

Do I need a pump?

Shower pumps provide extra boost to give your shower extra force and they can be used with any good quality mixer shower.

They ensure that the hot and cold water is supplied to the mixer valve in a balanced way, giving you the best performance from your shower. Pumps are rated in bar (pressure) - the greater the bar the better the performance. They should never be connected to a combination boiler or to the mains cold water supply.

Shower heads

If the shower valve is the workhorse of the shower, then the head is the peacock. Here design is king and you can let your imagination run free.

Fixed head showers provide a stylish and slick look to your bathroom. In addition to the customary shower head, body jets may also be fitted to vary the direction of water spray in your shower. Handsets can really complement the overall feel of your bathroom and can be either hand held or mounted in a cradle. Water delivery is another important factor. If you want a shower that falls like summer rain, then a larger shower rose is the ideal choice. Remember though, this type of shower can discharge a large volume of water, so make sure your water system can cope with it.

Doors and enclosures

The days of mouldy shower curtains, collapsing rods and leaky doors can be banished forever with Tarpan's range of doors and enclosures. There are now many ingenious designs for enclosures - whether square or rectangular - to make the most of unusual spaces in cupboards, loft conversions and bedrooms.

Both doors and enclosures come in a selection of styles to complement contemporary and traditional bathroom designs.