Time was when you didnt really have a choice as far as shower curtain rods went. And who looked at them anyway? Today the possibilities are endless, and a market survey will have you in a quandary as to which one suits your requirement. Yes, shower curtain rods have come out of the closet and are available in a stunning range with a wide choice.

What would be your choice? Should your shower curtain rod be in chrome or brass? Should it just be polished or would you like one thats highly polished? The choice is yours. Then there are models of curved rods with steel tubes, chromium-plated, which make a striking difference to your bathroom. Or choose from rods forged in brass, available with chrome or satin nickel finish. Or maybe even a gold finish!

Apart from the finish, you have a choice of shapes, whether its a straight, D-shaped or a U-shaped rod. Some are ideal for corner showers. Most come with ceiling and wall supports. From the point of view of convenience, the double shower curtain rod may be a great choice. The second rod is used for a liner or for a set of towels. In the latter case, theres less chance of towels getting fusty.

Have you found that you have hardly any elbowroom when you shower? Try the shower enlarger. It offers more area to shower in. Space-wise, it lays claim to an added 33%. Whats more, this fixture doesnt need a ledge, thus making it economical as well. The price ranges from $45 upwards, depending on the material and dimensions. Any

off-the-shelf shower curtain fits, while the adjustable brackets make for easy installation for either an oval or rectangular bath. It comes with a convenient assembly kit.

Whatever your requirement, most shower curtain rods can be adjusted, either by extensions or by reducing one or both ends, depending on the shape. With such an interesting variety to choose from, what better time to renovate that outdated bathroom!