No matter what kind of shower curtain liner you use, here are 8 qualities to consider before selecting the perfect liner for your bathroom. Most liners manufactured today are automatically treated with a bioguard to make them mold and mildew resistant. Look for this information on the package wrapper. It will say "mold and mildew resistant," "treated with Bioguard," or both. Ecopreme is a non-toxic vinyl made from EVA vinyl. More and more retailers carry this kind of vinyl curtain. Look or ask for it or for PEVA, polyethylene vinyl acetate. Studies in 2008 showed that toxic gases released from non-PEVA or EVA vinyl are hazardous to your health. Liners come in a variety of weights. Less expensive shower curtain liners may tear at the ring hole. Check the holes to ensure they are sturdy enough for repeated use. Many vinyl liners come with magnets or weights sewn into the bottom of the curtain to keep them from billowing and clinging to your body when you're showering.

Shower liners come in different lengths and widths to fit shower stalls, tubs, and circular tubs. You can buy 2 curtains if you need to, but measure your shower vertically and horizontally to make sure you get the right fit.prelude grommet-top drapery panel While vinyl liners come in a variety of colors, not all of them will be an exact match for your decor. ebay gltc curtainsIf you can't find the right color, consider black, white, or a transparent liner.lucilla silver curtains Not all liners are smooth. Consider whether or not you want to add texture to your decor. Some liners are embossed with designs or geometric shapes. It's a personal choice, but you should consider it. Liner transparency can be important if you want privacy.

You may see the term "hotel style curtain," when looking at shower curtain liners. It simply means a shower curtain liner that is clean, simple, and weighted at the bottom. They are elegant enough to be used as a liner. Whatever your beliefs about "green" products, when it comes to picking an environmentally friendly liner, you need to consider your health as well. In 2008, studies linked vinyl and plastic shower curtains to serious health problems. That "new vinyl shower curtain" smell comes from the release of phthalates. Phthalates are the chemical substances manufacturers use to make plastics soft and flexible. While that's a great quality for a shower curtain, it's not so good for your liver, central nervous system, respiratory, and reproductive systems.A new 100% chlorine free vinyl called "Ecopreme" is made without chlorine from EVA vinyl. These curtains are nontoxic, soft, and flexible.Look for PEVA, which stands for "Polyethylene Vinyl Acetate." PEVA is another vinyl product that is not associated with any health problems.

It doesn't contain toxins. High to low rating Low to high rating These shower curtains are a great bargain that I use for multiple purposes. I have an old house and in the winter I hang shower curtains in less used areas doorways to retain heat in the main part of the house or as curtains in windows where I want the light/vision but want to block drafts. I use them in my greenhouse in the winter as "curtains" over the glass to help retain heat. In early spring I lay them atop raised garden beds to help warm and retain the heat in the soil. I also lay them on areas that I don't want grass, weight them down, and within a couple of weeks the grass is dead. As they age out they are good drop cloths for painting or crafts. Lots of other uses. I've got glass shower doors so have never used them as a shower curtain but they'd probably be great! Never thought I'd be writing a review about a shower curtain but I just love this. I needed an extra large shower curtain to go all the way around a claw-foot tub and the 108" size fit perfectly.

It's also very thick so it doesn't blow in on you while you're showering, unlike thin, cheap liners. So far I've seen no traces of mold or mildew, either. I would definitely recommend this and will purchase the same one in the future if needed. Great product, very happy with it. It's nice and thick and doesn't billow around in the shower, stays pretty much down. I love the clear--was a bit unsure about getting clear at first but I'm completely loving it--it's nice and airy and makes the shower and the whole room look bigger. I think it's an excellent quality and have had no problems with it so far and this coming from someone who's had nothing but problems with shower curtains for like forever so i'm extremely picky. The quality of plastic, lack of suction cups (to hold curtain in place) and that the curtain had been advertised as mold and mildew resistant, but is NOT, made me return the item to the store. I have been buying these shower curtains long way back before I started shopping on line.

They really do stand well, and easy to clean as well. The best shower liner I've ever come across. Heavy duty, clear, and the weighted bottom keeps it in place. I needed a clear, simple shower curtain for a small bathroom. This curtain liner did the trick.With amazon you have to spend a minimum to get free shipping. I didn't have to pay shipping when I picked it up from the store and love this option from Wal-mart. I machine washed the curtain a couple times during the 2 years. After that it didn't wash too well and started getting a little mold so decided to replace it. It is a durable curtain that holds up nicely. metal grommets shook loose before I even got them on the rod. I have a claw foot tub so I bought 3 of these to go all the way around which leaves enough slack to drape perfectly. They are just thick enough, not super thick though & are not flimsy like the ones you get at a $1 store. They've been very durable & are not leaving water spots as long as I rinse off after shower.