A tradesman’s guide to electric vs thermostatic showers Bathshack

With showers being a staple of most modern bathrooms, it can be difficult for customers to decide between electric or thermostatic varieties, as both come with their pros and cons. With this in mind, we’ve compiled a brief guide to both, highlighting the key features and benefits of each type.

The key difference between electric and thermostatic showers is the way in which they heat water. Electric showers are supplied with cold water which they then heat with electricity, while thermostatic showers receive a mixture of hot and cold water which is combined before reaching the showerhead. Being able to maintain a consistent water temperature for the duration of the shower also makes thermostatic models very appealing to most people.

Electric showers

The Triton Amore DuElec Electric Shower in Gloss Black.

A key feature and indeed benefit of electric showers is the fact that they heat water on demand and are an efficient and cost-effective option. Without relying on a boiler to heat the water, you can simply turn the shower on and you’re good to go.

Saving time for your customers as well as money, this ultimately makes them very attractive and electric showers also tend to be more affordable to purchase. There are, of course, always drawbacks to anything and electric showers do require a mains water supply, so if your customer’s home doesn’t have this, then they won’t be able to install this type of shower. Also, as it’s supplied by electricity, any power outages will obviously also affect the functioning of the shower.

Another disadvantage to electric showers is the fact they use more energy than thermostatic showers and don’t have in-built heat protection, which gives a risk of scalding if the water temperature changes for any reason.

Advantages of electric showers

More affordable to buy
Heat water instantly, when you need it

Disadvantages of electric showers

Not very energy-efficient, which will result in higher bills
No in-built thermal protection
Often have lower water pressure

It’s also worth noting that electric showers will require both a plumber to install the water pipes and an electrician to connect the power supply.

At Bathshack we have a range of electric showers at great-value prices, including the Triton Amore DuElec Electric Shower in Gloss Black. With a sleek gloss black cover and a handy digital display, it comes with a choice of diverting the water between a five-spray pattern showerhead or a luxurious rainfall showerhead. It’s also activated by a touch-activated power selector and is fitted with a temperature-control dial.

Another of our electric showers, this one with a contrasting white look, is the Triton Fast-Fit Electric Shower, which has a three-function handset along with separate power and water flow controls.

With a variety of styles available, we supply a range of high-quality electric showers with different features, so if this is something your customers are interested in, then we’re sure to have a product to suit.

The Triton Fast-fit Electric Shower in White.

Thermostatic showers

Renowned for their ability to maintain a constant water temperature throughout the showering experience by mixing hot and cold water before it reaches the showerhead, thermostatic showers are a popular option for many people.

Thanks to this thermostatic control, users can therefore set the water to their preferred temperature and know that this will be maintained for the duration of their shower. Despite any fluctuations that might occur in water pressure, the temperature will stay the same, which is a big advantage to most people. These showers also tend to have more temperature setting options than electric showers and come with in-built thermal protection, so are especially great for kids, as there’s no risk of scalding.

While they tend to require more of an initial investment, thermostatic showers last longer and are more energy-efficient, so will save your customers money in the long run.

Advantages of thermostatic showers

Maintain a consistent water temperature
Thermal protection
More energy-efficient
Last longer

Disadvantages of thermostatic showers

More of an initial investment when purchasing
The heating system may take up a bit more space

One example of our thermostatic showers is the Eliseo Ricci Cube Plus Thermostatic Rain Shower with Diverter, which has a square showerhead design with rainfall feature and is suitable for use with high-pressure systems. Available in a polished chrome finish, it has a sleek, contemporary style and is ideal for the modern home.

Another of our thermostatic showers is the Triton Dene Diverter Thermostatic Mixer Shower. Suitable for use with all heating systems, this chrome shower has a three-spray handset and comes with a large, circular showerhead with rainfall effect for that luxury showering experience.

The Eliseo Ricci Cube Plus Thermostatic Rain Shower with Diverter.

The Triton Dene Diverter Thermostatic Mixer Shower.

Whether your customers are interested in electric or thermostatic showers, you’ll find a wide range of products at Tradeshack for great-value prices. Just chat to our team for more information.

We also have some showers as part of our core product range at our Antrim warehouse, which can be collected in-person without the need to order in advance. So, if you need showers quickly, be sure to contact us to see what we have in stock.

Contact Bathshack for all your trade bathroom needs. Alternatively, email our team at info@bathshack.com or give us a call on (028) 9077 0188.