How's the water pressure with the rainwater type showerhead? I don't think I've ever tried one and rain sounds wimpy for a shower, but that's only where my imagination is taking me on this.

That showerhead gets me wet.

(totally inappropriate/lame, could not resist)

"A lot" is two words, not one. Not trying to be snarky -- I love this site -- just thought you'd like to know. :)

if water pressure is too low, try installing a automatic water pump that turns on when the water is used. it'll gush.

i dont know what it is with fancy shower heads. my family had a $2 shower head on our showers my entire life and I still cannot find a shower that can duplicate the quality stream it provides.

I know I picked up the shower head I use for about $2 at Home Depot, when I moved into my apartment. I'll be sure to use the same ones in all showers when I purchase a house.

I found a link to it on amazon...

http://www.amazon.com/Incredible-Head-Power-Shower-Showerhead/dp/B000DZFYYO/ref=sr_1_18/105-5906530-5813227?ie=UTF8&s=bedbath&qid=1174265102&sr=1-18

The reason the price went up A LOT is that the raw materials used to make stuff like this has doubled and tripled as China and other developing countried get more development. Copper alone has tripled.

I really want a rain showerhead but if you are also eco-conscious and want a low flow showerhead that still performs then you can check out http://www.gaiam.com. They have a couple nice looking eco options.

N.

I've grown up in living in what seems like one long continuous drought; the Bay Area. This makes me drool, but I'd be so guilt ridden using it. I guess I'll have to stick with my sad little low-flow for now. I'll pray for another El Nino.

I bought a cheapo showerhead like this from Overstock about 3 or 4 years ago and so far it's held up great. It's probably not low-flow, though.

Thank you elizabeth. If you didn't say it, I was going to.

I installed a 'rain-water' showerhead I picked up while in the US, from Target about 10 years ago.
It's all hype.
I miss my full force, quick, economical showers.
Having recently moved, I left my 'rain-water' showerhead behind.
I switched out the low-flow shower head in my new place for a now-rare regular shower head.
I think low-flow shower heads and low flow sink faucets make you use more water in the end; and with dissatisfying performance.
If you're conscientious, you will get the job done quicker with regular old-school hardware (if you can find it), and with satisfying results.

I love the hansgrohe raindance series. You can get a 6" head for about $80 if you shop around. Mixes the water with air so it gives a nice downpour without eating up too much water. You can also get it with a switchable massage feature, which is also good for rinsing hair.

http://www.faucetdepot.com/faucetdepot/ProductDetail.asp?Product=25623&AffiliateID=ChannelAdvisor&CAWELAID=130505515

The series gets a lot bigger too, if your budget allows it... reaching to the completely ridculous (24" $3k)

http://www.homeclick.com/web/catalog/product_detail.aspx?pid=255150&cm_ven=Froogle&cm_cat=Bath&cm_pla=Hansgrohe&cm_ite=Hansgrohe-Showers-255150&cid=D0230872C80DE8BF647EF582CD0C1070

It seems this would waste more gallons of water than a smaller head.

But I guess some people don't mind putting style before the environment.

I have the $50. version of that showerhead and it's wonderful, with great pressure. It also has a connector for a handheld shower (it can be attached to the tiles) and a flip switch that allows you to use either head. Great to have both; the handheld is useful for washing things like your cat or the window screens that always seem to be dirty.
If you're concerned about water, get the cheap one and donate the extra $270. to an environmental group. No one needs a $320. showerhead, right?