Curtain in, liner out.
a shower curtain goes on the outside and a shower liner goes on the inside so the shower curtain wont get wet
A shower curtain is for decor and hung on the outside of the bathtub/shower. Whereas a shower curtain liner is hung on the inside of the tub/shower to protect the shower curtain. In simpler terms...SHOWER CURTAIN: gets to hang and look pretty and be dry. SHOWER CURTAIN LINER: protects shower curtain from getting wet because it's the one getting wet!
I can consider it to be both.
I would use a white mildew resistant shower curtain liner behing the Ruffles shower curtain.
Yes
A shower curtain liner made of vinyl or nylon and that is machine washable and bleach tolerant is the best choice. Ecopreme is a new chlorine free, environmentally friendly shower curtain. The best selection I have seen is at www.shower-curtains.com
There are two rods on the Double Crescent Shower Curtain Rod. The outer rod is for a shower curtain and the inner rod is for a shower liner, usually made of plastic.
A shower liner helps to protect your shower curtain from getting wet and moldy, making it last longer. It also helps to prevent water from leaking out of the shower and causing damage to your bathroom floor.
Magna-Lock is a safety product that tightly seals the shower curtain to both sides of the tub wall. Magna-Lock adheres to the tub wall with 3-M VHB waterproof adhesive tape. When the Magna-Lock is installed, you simply lift the handle and slide the shower curtain or shower liner in between the lock and let the handle down. By doing this simple step you eliminate water from escaping out on to the bathroom floor, which helps reduce slip and fall accidents. Also you will no longer have to deal with the curtain or liner blowing in on you while showering. The Magna-Lock will work with tub/shower combo or shower stall. There are videos to watch for installation and use at the Related Link, No tools are required and there is no damage to the wall surface if it is removed.
I guess it depends on what you mean by cheap. Shower curtains can range in price from six dollars to over fifty dollars. You will pay less if you look for what is called a shower curtain liner. These can be used alone as a shower curtain and range in color and thickness, but they are less expensive.
To prevent your shower curtain from getting damaged by hot water during showers, consider using a shower liner made of a heat-resistant material, such as polyester or vinyl. Additionally, make sure to keep the shower curtain closed fully during showers to minimize exposure to hot water. Lastly, allow the curtain to dry completely after each use to prevent mold and mildew growth.
The purpose of a shower curtain is to contain water - keeping it off the floor and the wall, especially if it is not covered in a waterproof surface material. One important factor in hanging the curtain is the height of the people showering. A tall person whose head is closer to the shower head will put a lot more water up and out of the shower enclosure than a shorter person. In the planning stages of a plumbing project, you can place the shower head higher than normal (nice for us tall folks, anyway) to minimize spray deflection. But if this is a case of a new curtain rod only, take note of where droplets remain after you shower, and plan to place the curtain rod where it will deflect the spray. This is unfair on taller people, however, as standard shower curtains can only be raised so far before they let water out the bottom! Perhaps you'll need to buy or make an extra-long curtain; maybe add coordinating fabric to the top or bottom of a standard curtain. If height is not an issue, hang a curtain liner on the rod and hold it up over the tub; the bottom of the liner should fall securely into the tub, but not lie on the bottom. Mark the bracket position and be sure to hang the rod level. Remember to keep close watch on the painted surfaces inside the shower enclosure: if your tile stops short of the spray-line, you'll be repainting more often to keep moisture out of the drywall. It is always a good practice to wipe walls after showering, to keep nasty things like mold and mildew at bay. Even the best latex paint is no match for standing water, and you certainly don't want your drywall compromised. Good luck! Jill Murtagh, Murtagh Interiors