Everybody knows or should know that water and electricity do not mix.
When the words electric and shower are combined in the mention of the electric shower, the images of being electrocuted while taking a shower, is perhaps one of the likely first impressions that are conjured, because as humans, our negative thoughts always seem to predominate.
The truth is that the electric shower does not combine water and electricity, but electricity is used to control the mechanical parts that are involved in the operation of the shower.
Because of emerging fields and technologies such as microelectronics, electronics are being used in almost every mechanical operation, and can be found, literally everywhere: in cars, homes, offices, planes, and now showers.
The electric shower can be safely installed and operated in your bathroom, and offers several benefits.
If you are always running out of hot water, then the electric shower can be a great alternate solution because, it does not require a source of hot water, but heats only the water that is needed for your shower.
It operates independently of your boiler, and only the water that is sent to the shower head is heated.
Because of the electronic controls that can be included, you can have different options to control your shower.
With included controls, you can store the set temperatures and water pressure in memory, so that they can be easily recalled, without wasting time, water or energy in resetting them.
These savings can be significant, if there are a large number of people, that consistently use hot water in the home.
Options can now include wireless operation, push-button controls, LCD panels for displaying accurate measurements, and memory saver settings.
The electric shower has been popular in Europe and the U.
K for a quite some time, and may be ideal for areas where the water pressure is low.
In addition to the independent heating source, they include a low pressure pump that boosts the water pressure as it is heated.
It also consumes less electricity than electric heaters, because, less heat is needed.
Once properly installed, the shower can be operated safely because the electrical components are isolated from the water components, and separate fuses and circuit breakers are required for safety precautions.
The showers are usually supplied at different power ratings, which determine the amount of water that can be heated in a particular time.
Adjustable power settings can also beneficial, as you can conserve energy by lowering the power when it is deemed necessary.
Because adherence to regulatory building codes, and specifications for safe operation of water and electrical equipment, it is highly recommended that all installations are completed only by competent professionals.
You can always seek the advice of experienced professionals, when considering the installation of any electrical appliance, and that includes showers.
Different brands are produced with different options and features, and the professionals with experience with the different brands, may be able to provide unbiased opinions as to which brands may be more suitable for your needs.