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When it's time for the shower, you may not think too much about the shower curtain liner until you see puddles everywhere on the floor. Shower curtain linings help retain moisture and protect your more expensive decorative shower curtains from mold, cleaning products that can cause discoloration, and frequent washes that can cause fabrics to fade.

Before you buy a liner, it is important to measure the size of the shower room so that you can buy the correct size. Most pads are standard 72 inches x 72 inches. However, this size is simply not suitable for larger showers or custom-designed showers and bathtubs.

To find the correct size, measure the width of the shower rod or the track circumference of the free-standing claw-foot bathtub and shower. Increase the measurement by 12 inches to prevent leakage along the edges. To find the best length, measure the length from the bottom of the shower curtain rod to the top of the bathtub or shower floor. For the bathtub and shower combination, increase the length by 4 inches so that the lining will fall into the bathtub to prevent water leakage.

If your shower curtain opens in the middle like a curtain, buy two liners of the right size for full coverage.

Whether you choose a top-quality shower curtain lining or an affordable shower curtain lining, be sure to choose a shower curtain lining with a counterweight or magnet at the bottom. The magnet will be attached to a bathtub with metal, or act as a weight in a fiberglass fixture to hold the lining in place. This is especially important for lightweight linings or if you have high water pressure that will generate vortices that pull the lining inward. No one wants to fight the shower curtain liner every morning.

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Although this shower curtain lining is not at the forefront of fashion, Target's Room Essentials Solid Super Soft PEVA shower lining is a great choice for those on a budget. The 71 x 70 inch lining provides features you might not find in other low-cost linings.

The lining is made of soft non-chlorinated PEVA or polyethylene vinyl acetate, which is an ideal choice over PVC or polyvinyl chloride linings. There are concerns about health effects and fumes when PVC is heated. The lining head has a reinforced buttonhole top for the curtain loop to slide over or can be used with a clip. Moreover, the three magnets at the bottom of the inner container will keep it flat with the bathtub wall.

Commenters on Target’s website gave the liner 4.25 stars (out of five stars). A shopper wrote: “It’s a little shorter than the liner I’ve used in the past, but the water never leaks out and it works. It’s probably the best liner I’ve used. It’s not like I’m in the shower. It collects mold like the liner I used at the time. It’s not fragile at all, it’s probably one of the thickest I’ve used. It’s highly recommended. It can’t exceed this price.”

The inner tank can be washed with sheets and towels in warm water, and then hung to drip dry. At this price, you may only want to replace it every few months and use the old one as a rag.

Advantages: very low cost, heavier bottom, made of soft, non-toxic vinyl

Disadvantages: slightly smaller than some pads, lighter in weight, and will tear if pulled too much

You finally have the bathroom of your dreams, which includes a huge walk-in shower or claw-foot bathtub and shower unit. Now, where will you find a shower curtain lining large enough to fit the space properly? Fortunately, there is the N&Y Home extra-wide shower curtain lining to the rescue.

Although this liner comes in 26 different sizes, it is one of the few 108 x 72 inch sizes on the market. The inner lining is made of white tightly knitted polyester fabric with a subtle diamond pattern, which is waterproof, quick-drying and strong. To help support the weight of the fabric, the reinforced top joint includes 18 metal grommets for easy and reliable suspension.

The inner tank is machine washable in cold water and comes with a three-month warranty against mildew and bacterial growth. If you decide to use it as a shower curtain, you can dry it and iron it at a low temperature.

Among more than 1,300 reviews on Amazon, N&Y Home Shower Curtain Liners has an average rating of 4.5 stars. A buyer wrote: "Awesome! As it says. The water drops on it and it dries quickly. Our bathroom does not have much air circulation. If there is any, we have used some plastic linings. , Because they are moldy too fast. I shake it out after taking a shower, then turn on the fan. It dries in about an hour. It also washes well. Great investment!"

Advantages: ultra-wide, quick-drying fabric, mildew proof

Disadvantages: the bottom is not heavier, and the fabric may not be waterproof after washing

Not everyone wants to spend money on shower curtain linings and decorative outer curtains. Maybe you are just renting a house or planning to move soon, and you just want something that looks good and keeps the water source. Maytex microfiber texture shower curtain liner will provide both at a reasonable price.

The size of the lining fits a standard bathtub shower combination, and its size is 72 x 72 inches. This textured polyester microfiber curtain is available in sport khaki, white and dark gray. There is a reinforced button hole for the shower curtain ring at the top, and three weighting magnets at the bottom. The fabric is easy to machine wash, wrinkle-resistant and quick-drying.

On JC Penny's website, 100% of reviewers would recommend buying this shower curtain liner. Many people are happy that this fabric is not only waterproof but almost waterproof.

An online reviewer named Bernie wrote, “We recently reduced the size to enjoy a simpler life... I started searching and bought four [shower curtains] that said “waterproof” , I am going to give up. Waterproofing agent does not mean waterproofing, so every time I take a bath, I will clean the dirt outside the bathtub. Then I found this thing... This baby is not "waterproof", it is waterproof Yes! A drop of water did not flow to the other side of the bathtub. I hung up immediately and found that it is not only waterproof, but also very beautiful... One curtain instead of two curtains!

Advantages: provide three fashionable colors, waterproof, easy to take care of

Disadvantages: only one size available

If you are tired of the shampoo bottle shaking on the bathtub ledge and can't find the loofah full of soapy eyes, then the Overstock shower curtain lining with 9 mesh pockets is for you.

In a small space, storage space is always very valuable, this shower curtain will help you solve the problem. The curtains are made of transparent heavy-weight waterproof polyethylene vinyl acetate (PEVA), which does not contain chlorine and other potentially toxic chemicals. The 70 x 72 inch curtain has nine polyester mesh pockets, which can be used to store toys, bottles and brushes.

To help support the extra weight of the items stored in the pocket, there are 12 rust-proof metal grommets on the top of the liner for hanging curtain rings. The lining can be machine washed in cold water and will drip dry quickly.

The liner rated buyers on the Overstock website with 4.4 stars. Obviously, the organization function of the pocket is a winner for a buyer, "This is the best organized shower curtain. I have bought it before. I like to have a pocket for all shampoo and conditioner. You can put it on shave. The shaver "starts with children, so they don't cut themselves. In addition, the bathtub is easy to clean and everything is in your pocket. "

Advantages: non-toxic PEVA material, nine quick-drying pockets, transparent vinyl allows light

Disadvantages: There is only one size to choose from, no weight at the bottom

There is a fungus among us, it likes your bathroom. The warm and humid climate in the bathroom is a hotbed that is particularly prone to mold. This is a kind of surface mold, which appears as a cluster of gray or white powdery spots. Moisture in the shower and body soil can breed mold and promote its growth.

Having an anti-mildew and antibacterial shower curtain lining will help prevent growth and allow you to reduce the amount of frequent scrubbing. LiBa shower pads are made of PEVA, non-toxic, non-chlorine, and will not release harmful fumes. Each lining has been treated with an anti-mold agent, and its service life is four times that of other anti-mold linings.

The gasket joint uses a transparent 72 x 72 inch vinyl panel with 12 rust-proof metal grommets for durability and three magnets. Each liner comes with a 12-month warranty against tearing and mildew.

More than 6,000 buyers have reviewed the LiBa anti-mold curtain liner on Amazon, with an average rating of 4.4 stars.

A buyer declared, “I waited six months to write this review. My original liner looks as good as the day I hung it. There is no mildew or rust. The magnet is heavy and works well. The floor sticks to the bathtub. So I changed the liner of my other bathroom and one of them. Good value for money and good quality."

Advantages: anti-mildew and antibacterial, reinforced grommet, heavier hem

Disadvantages: only one size available

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