Shower Buying Guide | Showerheads, Doors & More | KOHLER

A Statement^® oblong rainhead provides more ergonomic coverage with less overspray.

Full Coverage With Katalyst^® Technology

Air-infused droplets intensify the flow of water for enhanced coverage and comfort. The water drenches and clings to the body in a full, luxurious spray.

Gravity creates the experience of a natural rainfall in the Statement Open Rain rainhead.

Full Coverage Rain

Gravity-fed droplets envelop the body in a gentle spray. The soft flow of water has a natural feel, mimicking the experience of real rainfall.

Relieve aches and pains with the Statement oblong Vichy body spray.

Deep Massage

Strong streams of water twist and swirl to create a slow kneading pattern. The rhythmic massaging spray delivers relaxation and relief.

Immerse yourself in the drenching warmth of a Statement ribbon spray.

Ribbon Massage

Water cascades at an angled stream to target the shoulders. This improved alignment offers greater warmth, comfort, and a more relaxing massage.

Water Usage

Water used by showerheads is measured in gallons per minute, or gpm. Today's water-saving showerheads, rainheads, and handshowers use between 1.5 and 2.0 gallons of water. The Environmental Protection Agency's WaterSense^® program certifies showerheads and components that use less water.

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You can have both a great shower and a low-flow showerhead.

Water sprays from a black KOHLER Statement multi-function showerhead mounted in a shower with one white marble wall and one black marble wall.

Showerheads

Water falls from a black KOHLER Statement rainhead in a shower with black marble walls.

Rainheads

Water sprays from a black KOHLER Statement handshower mounted on a 30" slidebar in a shower with a black marble wall.

Handshowers

Water sprays from a black KOHLER Statement round bodyspray in a shower with one white marble wall and one black marble wall.

Body Sprays

Steam coming out of a polished chrome KOHLER steam valve installed on a black shower wall.

Steam

A black KOHLER Statement ceiling mounted rainhead with multifunction wand handshower.

Shower Fittings

Showerheads to Delight the Senses

KOHLER multifunction and single-function showerheads offer best-in-class spray experiences. They allow you to easily adjust and control your water spray for a delightful showering experience, from a gentle rainfall to more powerful rinsing capabilities.

A KOHLER Purist single-function showerhead with Katalyst spray in polished chrome.

Single-Function

A single wall-mounted showerhead provides a total body spray ideal for rinsing.

Close-up of KOHLER multifunction showerhead in polished chrome on a white background.

Multi-Function

A multi-function showerhead delivers a whole body spray with rinsing, massaging, and soothing sprays.

Water flows from a gold KOHLER rainhead with beige tiled shower wall in the background.

Like a Warm Rain Shower

There's nothing quite like a KOHLER rainhead in the shower. They offer an invigorating experience that feels like summer raindrops awakening your body to a new day.

Rainhead Showers

Handshowers Just Got Better

KOHLER handshowers come in many styles, shapes and spray experiences to suit your needs - from washing the kids after the beach to washing your shower clean.

Close-up of KOHLER single function handshower in polished chrome on a white background.

Single-Function Handshowers

Single, whole body rinsing spray that can be targeted to a particular area.

KOHLER Exhale B120 multifunction handshower in polished chrome.

Multi-Function Handshowers

Target the rinsing, massaging, or soothing sprays exactly where you need them.

Water sprays from a polished chrome KOHLER body spray component installed on a gray tiled shower wall.

Hydrotherapy for Health

KOHLER body sprays are virtually flush to the wall and can be placed almost anywhere in the shower to create an all-encompassing water experience that targets stress points and sore muscles.

Body Sprays

Steam fills a KOHLER steam shower with full glass doors with bronze trim in a dark gray bathroom with full length windows showing a city skyline.

Enjoy a Steam Shower

Integrate steam into your KOHLER showering experience to promote healthy skin, relax muscles and relieve stress...while saving water.

A steam generator brings soothing benefits of hot steam to your shower.

Shower Fittings

Designing Your Shower Experience

Your perfect shower is easy to create. To get the functionality you want, consider adding shower columns or slidebars.

KOHLER Exhale shower arm and flange, in polished chrome.

Shower Arms

Most showerheads require but do not include a shower arm to position and connect them to the water supply. Choose a universal style, or one matched to your other showering components.

A KOHLER HydroRail shower column in polished chrome.

Shower Columns

Turn your shower into a spa-like retreat without going behind the wall or changing the valve. KOHLER HydroRail^® columns mount to existing plumbing; just remove the shower arm and install.

A KOHLER slidebar with adjustable bracket.

Slidebars

An easy-to-operate sliding bracket and bar lets you adjust handshower height, which is ideal for shared showers. A slidebar with integrated elbow creates a simple, streamlined look.

KOHLER Awaken adjustable wall bracket in polished chrome.

Wall Brackets with Supply Elbow

For larger shower spaces, a wall bracket with supply elbow provides the water supply to a handshower, and holds it.

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A coiled KOHLER Awaken smooth shower hose.

Shower Hoses

Shower hose length (60" or 72") depends on your shower size and usage. Three hose types are available: ribbon (light and quiet), smooth (wipe clean easily), and metal (premium and long-lasting)

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A person switches shower outlets using a black KOHLER Anthem digital shower control mounted on a black marble wall.

Ultimate Technology

With KOHLER Digital showering, you can orchestrate temperature, spray experiences, steam, music and more, all with an intuitive interface. Hands-free voice control is also available on some products for added convenience. Flow rates range from 13.0 gpm to 21.0 gpm.

Customize your shower with technology that’s right for your space.

Digital Showering

Create a showering experience unique to your routine.

Close-up of a black KOHLER DTV+ digital shower interface with a silhouette of a woman showering in the background.

DTV+

Command every spray, speaker and light in your shower with a single touch.

A black KOHLER Athem digital shower controller mounted on a white marble wall.

Anthem Digital Control

Advanced outlet control offers precise command over temperature and volume.

Close-up of KOHLER DTV mode shower interface in polished chrome installed on a gray stone tiled shower wall.

DTV Mode

Get the precision of digital presets with the familiarity of a dial control.

A gold KOHLER Anthem manual recessed shower controller mounted on a sand colored stone wall.

Mechanical Showering

KOHLER mechanical shower valves are an essential component to keep sophisticated showering systems at the perfect water temperature. Control multiple spray outlets with one control or add separate volume control valves for each outlet. Pair your shower valve with one of KOHLER'S many shower trim options to match your shower accessories for a coordinated look.

Anthem four-outlet mechanical valve control in vibrant brushed moderne brass.

Close-up of KOHLER pressure balancing shower valves on a white background.

Pressure-Balancing Valves

KOHLER Rite-Temp pressure-balancing valves offer precise temperature control. Transfer and diverter valve options allow you to expand the number of spray components. Flow rates from 5.0 to 13.0 gpm.

Close-up of KOHLER thermostatic manual shower valves on a white background.

Thermostatic Manual Valves

Thermostatic valves support multiple volume control to separately adjust the flow of showerheads, hand showers and body sprays. Combine valves to operate multiple spray components with a single control.

Mechanical Showering & Bathing Kits

For simplicity and convenience, KOHLER offers a variety of bath and bath/shower kits with all the components you need. Simply pick a style and finish.

Close-up of KOHLER showering kit with showerhead and valve in polished chrome installed on a gray wall.

Showering Kits

Showering kits include shower trim and handle and in many cases a coordinated showerhead.

Close-up of KOHLER bathing kit with showerhead, valve, and bath faucet in polished chrome on a white background.

Bathing Kits

Bath/Shower kits include bath and shower trim and in many cases a diverter and coordinated showerhead.

Materials

Kohler understands that shower safety is a must. KOHLER shower bases feature a SafeGuard slip-resistant surface for traction and safety.

KOHLER Rely 60" x 42" enameled cast iron shower base with center drain.

Timeless, Safe Design.

KOHLER enameled cast iron shower bases are designed to withstand the test of time - guaranteed with a Limited Lifetime Warranty.

KOHLER Relay white 60" x 42" shower base with center drain.

Strong. Durable. Smooth.

Lightweight yet strong, Kohler acrylic shower bases are durable and easy to clean.

Additional Features

Drain Locations and Covers

For greater flexibility with rough-ins, shower bases have a variety of drain locations. Drains can be recessed and covered, so they are flush to the floor.

A shower panel with right-hand recessed drain with an aluminum drain cover.

Side Locations

Left or right drain locations are usually under the showerhead. Drain covers come in a variety of styles to complement your shower trim.

KOHLER Rely shower base with center drain and round drain cover in vibrant brushed bronze.

Center Location

Shower bases that have center drains slope toward the center.

Measuring for a Shower Door

Three measurements are key to helping you choose the right door configuration for your shower or bath/shower.

A diagram showing how to measure for shower doors.

Freestanding Shower Measurements

Measure top width A, measure bottom width B, measure height C. Choose the largest measurement of A or B and round up to the nearest fraction.

A diagram showing how to measure for bath/shower doors.

Bath/Shower Measurements

To ensure proper fit, measure top width A, measure bottom width B, measure height C. Choose the largest measurement of A or B and round up to the nearest fraction.

Shower Door Type

Select the option that will work best for your bathroom.

KOHLER sliding shower door with black trim at the end of a white bathroom with beige floor and two windows and black bench on one side with a black wall-mounted vanity and two mirrors on the other side.

Sliding Shower Door

For the perfect small bathroom solution, consider a KOHLER sliding shower door which features a quiet, sliding action that works with a shower base or tile installation.

Dark gray tiled shower with KOHLER glass pivot shower door at the end of a bathroom with white and beige walls and brown wall-mounted vanity.

Pivot Shower Door

Add a KOHLER pivot shower door as the finishing touch to your shower space, making it easy to enter and exit.

KOHLER sliding glass shower doors with gold trim at the end of a white bathroom with black wall-mounted vanity and two wall-mounted gold oval mirrors.

Sliding Bath Doors

KOHLER sliding bath doors offer a unique and styling alternative to a shower curtain; now available with one moving panel and one fixed panel.

KOHLER bath screen with white alcove tub with beige walls in a bathroom with light blue accent wall and a cactus in the corner.

Bath Screens

KOHLER bath screens provide a simple way to elegantly separate your bathing area from the rest of the bathroom.

An alcove shower with KOHLER Revel Crystal Clear pivot shower doors.

Crystal Clear Glass

An alcove shower with KOHLER Revel frosted glass pivot shower doors.

Frosted Glass

KOHLER falling lines glass shower door set between gray walls.

Falling Lines Glass

A comparison of shower glass thickness, with 1/4", 5/16", 3/8" and 1/2" cross-section views.

Shower Door Glass Thickness

Doors come in 1/4", 5/16", 3/8" or 1/2" glass thickness. Typically, thinner glass panels require a frame, and thicker glass panels will feel more substantial.

The thickness of your glass panel will affect its feel as the door closes.