If you are ready to decorate the bathroom, one of the things that is going to have a major impact on this space is the shower curtain you choose to use. Think about it, the shower curtains are a large piece of the overall view of the bathroom. Making the right choice in shower curtains will set the scene for the rest of the bathroom décor.

Color or Patterns?

One of the things many people wonder is if they should go with a solid color or pattern. Here’s what you need to think about:

• Solids – If you know you want a particular color scheme to your bathroom, but you may change some of the decorative accents (palm trees one year and then seashells the next) you want to have curtains that will keep up with the change. A solid color will be able to bridge one accent design to the next.

• Patterns – If you know what you want and are sure your bathroom is not going to change for some time, you may want to purchase decorated pattern shower curtains. From fancy designs to those that are cute and whimsical, there is something to suit any decorative style.

Materials

It is important to consider the type of materials that are going into the shower curtains you plan to use. Here’s a look at the most common types:

• Synthetic - Most of the shower curtains you see in the store, especially those that are more economically priced are made of nylon, vinyl and other synthetic materials. They do the job of keeping water out of the rest of the bathroom but are not always the most attractive option.

• Cotton – There is beauty in cotton shower curtains as they are the real deal and fabric, but there are also downfalls. since they are fabric they can hold in water from the shower, which can make them mold and mildew so they need extra maintenance.

• Hemp – A little newer to the market and considered a good eco option is hemp. These shower curtains are made of a plant fiber that makes them feel like cloth, yet are naturally resistant to many bacterial attacks meaning they will need less maintenance than cotton.

For anyone who has been to Venice and walked the bridges over the canal, this is a shower curtain that will bring all the memories flooding back.

The picture features a gondolier transport some guests in his gondola, across the canal towards the Rialto Bridge – the Bridge of Sighs.

Maybe you haven’t been to Venice but even if you have been to the Venetian in Las Vegas, you will be able to appreciate the look of  this lovely high quality shower curtain.

Made from 100% vinyl
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You can buy this lovely shower curtain and others featuring world landmarks at Amazon.com

Bathroom shower curtains are available in an extensive range of styles, patterns, colors, and a variety of textures including plastic, vinyl, fabric and rice paper. Your biggest problem will be deciding on which pattern to choose to compliment your bathroom.

Use brightly colored curtains in nautical styles, dolphins ,  animal prints, novelty prints, designer colors and textures and abstract designs to bring life to a tired looking bathroom.

Shower curtains come in a range of sizes to suit different styles and sizes of shower stalls and bathtubs including the old-style claw foot bathtub. To compliment a bathroom with an old style bathtub purchase a curtain that suits the era. Shower curtains in a subtle color are probably more suited to an older style bathroom rather than an abstract design or bold colors, which are more suited to a modern bathroom design.

Check if your shower curtains come packaged with shower hooks to match. There is an extensive range of plain and novelty shower rings including football shapes, fish hook shapes, rubber duck shapes, seashell shapes; in fact an almost endless number of styles. Novelty shower hooks will add character to your bathroom.

The necessary care of your curtains depends on the material base. Nylon shower curtains will only require a wipe over with a damp cloth whereas fabric curtains may be machine or hand-washed using a mild detergent. Always read the instructions to ensure you launder them correctly. Your bathroom will look 100% with curtains that are kept clean and free from mold.