"When my husband and I were touring homes, the space that won me over in the house we bought was the primary bathroom. It's gorgeous - it has big windows that let in natural light, a standalone tub (a luxury during the Arctic blasts that strike each winter in Colorado), and backlit vanity mirrors that give off a warm glow. It was a serious upgrade from my last home. But my absolute favorite feature was the walk-in shower because it's spacious, features double showerheads, and has built-in shelves. It felt like I'd be in a luxury hotel every time I used my en-suite."
"Drains like the one we have in our shower, according to plumbers, are known to cause problems. "Linear drains can trap hair, soap scum, and debris because of their long, narrow design," says Shaylin King, owner of Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Eastern Washington, a Neighborly company. "Over time, this can cause blockages." Linear drains also require more frequent cleaning compared to standard drains, King says, and due to their design, repairs can also be more expensive than traditional plumbing."
A newly purchased primary bathroom featured a luxurious walk-in shower with double showerheads and a long linear drain. The linear drain, placed toward the wall between showerheads, creates maintenance challenges by trapping hair, soap scum, and debris due to its narrow, elongated design. Plumbers note that such drains are more prone to blockages, require more frequent cleaning, and can incur higher repair costs than standard circular point drains. Increased water flow from double showerheads can exacerbate these problems by introducing more soap and hair into the drain system. Homeowners should weigh aesthetics against practicality when choosing drain types.
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