Buyer's Guide to Bathroom Fixtures | 2025 Shower System Tips

21 Jul.,2025

 

Buyer's Guide to Bathroom Fixtures | Shower System Tips

Upgrading your bathroom is more than just an aesthetic decision. You should see it as a chance to turn your space into a personal sanctuary. That’s what it is.
At Cranach Home, we believe your showering experience should be about more than just getting clean. It should transform your daily routine into a moment of relaxation, rejuvenation, and self-care. Don’t just go looking for shower systems; making the right choice isn’t always as straightforward as picking the shiniest option on the market. That’s why we want to guide you.
Our team has been known to make affordable luxury a reality without jeopardizing wellness. You can trust us to give you just the right information. We will take you through the things you absolutely need to know before you purchase your next shower system.
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Think about what makes you feel relaxed and refreshed before ordering. Is it the calming sound of water flowing? Or do you prefer the ability to adjust your shower temperature to the perfect level? Well, you know exactly what you love. Just think well before going for any brand. The best shower systems don’t just look pretty; they help you unwind and recharge -they help you feel your best every day. Just stepping out to purchase any product can make you bite your finger in the end.

Let’s help you with a few key wellness needs you can consider before you place that order:

Choose the Material That Works for You
It’s easy to get caught up in the visual appeal of a sleek faucet or a polished showerhead, yeah. But never be blind to the fact that the material of your fixtures contributes to their longevity, maintenance, and overall performance.
Bathroom fixtures often come in a variety of materials. Each material has distinct benefits. So, what should you be looking for?

Don’t Neglect Size and Space
Size matters when it comes to bathroom fixtures, and the layout of your space will significantly influence your choices. After all, the last thing you want is to fall in love with a luxurious tub or showerhead only to find it doesn’t fit in your bathroom. Isn’t it?
So, look out for:

Consider Its Eco-Friendliness
Luxury doesn’t have to come at the expense of the environment. We believe you can enjoy a high-end experience while being mindful of your environmental impact. You can make eco-conscious choices without sacrificing quality.
In buying new bathroom solutions for your home, we advise that you look out for:
Low-Flow Fixtures: You don’t need to use more water to get a great shower. You can indulge in your shower routine while still being kind to the planet. Imagine our products’ low-flow fixtures. They help maintain intense water pressure while reducing your water usage.
Sustainable Materials: More manufacturers are focusing on eco-friendly materials, so be sure to look for products made from sustainable or recycled sources.
Energy-Efficient Lighting: LED lights don’t just save energy; LED lights create the perfect ambiance. These lights give you full control while being eco-friendly. Why do we use them for our shower systems? Cranach Home wants you to enjoy a calming, dim light effect, or something even brighter and energizing.
You can have a luxurious yet eco-conscious shower like our Bluetooth Music Showerhead.

Affordable Wellness, All the with Cranach Home:

We keep maintaining that luxury doesn’t have to break the bank. One of our favorite products, the Cranach Essential Shower System, is the perfect example of how affordable luxury can enhance your shower experience. We are all about making high-end bathroom products accessible, without compromising on quality or wellness.

Here’s why the Cranach Shower Valve and Trim is a must-have:

  • Rain Showerhead: Enjoy a spa-like experience with our rain showerhead that provides a strong 1.75 GPM flow for that soothing shower.
  • Thermostatic Valve: This valve maintains a precise water temperature by automatically balancing hot and cold water, preventing sudden temperature changes for a safer, more comfortable shower.
  • Easy Maintenance: The stainless steel trim plate is designed to resist fingerprints and water spots. So, every day, your bathroom keeps looking spotless.
  • Long-Lasting: With a ceramic cartridge, brass valve body, and universal connections, this shower kit is built to last. It’s also certified by cUPC and CEC. That’s to show you just how serious we are about maintaining high standards for performance and safety.
  • Lifetime Warranty: Cranach offers a limited lifetime warranty for peace of mind. We want your investment protected.

Buyer's Guide | How to Choose the Right Tobacco Fixture?

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT TOBACCO FIXTURE.

The acquisition of a Tobacco Fixture or Cigarette Display is more than just an equipment purchase. It is an investment in a marketing and sales tool with the potential to boost your bottom line! Here are a few factors a retailer should consider before making an investment.

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1. What type of product(s) you will be merchandising? Knowing this will help determine the type of tobacco fixture you need. Your product options will be:

  • Cigarette Packs
  • Cigarette Cartons
  • Snuff
  • Chew
  • E-Cigarettes and Vapor
  • Cigars
  • Other Tobacco Products

2. How much of each product you will carry in the fixtures? Knowing this will help you avoid overbuying or underbuying a fixture for your product needs.

  • How many cigarette facings do you require? Keep in mind, you may want to double-up or triple-up on your most popular or fast moving brands.
  • How many snuff or chew facings do you require? Snuff and chew pushers are adjustable in width (we call them OTP pushers), making them different that cigarette pack pushers. It’s important to know how many of these adjustable pushers you require in order to purchase the appropriate fixture.
  • How many flat shelves do you require for cartons or other display products? Flat display shelves are great for cartons and pre-boxed tobacco products. If you are unsure about using flat shelves, we can provide a flat shelf with removable pack or OTP pushers that may be removed if a flat shelf is needed in the future.
  • How many E-cigarette or Vape product pushers do you require? Single packed vapor cigarettes, single packed e-cigarettes and vapor juice all require a pusher that is taller and more narrow than our standard OTP pusher. Knowing how many of these products you’ll carry will help us determine how many of our specialized tall/narrow pushers you will need.

3. What style of tobacco fixture you require? Knowing this will help determine whether you require an overhead tobacco fixture, an under counter tobacco fixture, or a behind the counter tobacco fixture.

  • If you have limited space behind your cashier counter, you may opt for our Overhead Fixture or Under Counter Fixtures.
  • If you do have space behind your cashier counter, will you require a floor standing fixture or one that sits on your countertop?

4. How much space do you have available to install a tobacco fixture? Knowing this will help determine the maximum height and width of the tobacco fixture.

  • Our Overhead Fixtures are modular in size at 25 3/4″ (65.4cm) wide x 21 1/4″ (54cm) deep x 24″ (60.96cm) high and have forty (40) facings. If you require more than forty (40) facings simply install additional units.
  • Our Easy-Rack Cigarette Displays are available in nominal sizes of 2ft, 3ft and 4ft wide and 2ft, 4ft, 6ft and 8ft tall.
  • Our Metal Frame and Wood Frame Fixtures are available in nominal sizes of 2ft, 3ft and 4ft wide and 4-1/2ft 7ft tall.

5. How much storage capacity you will require? Knowing this will help determine base cabinet requirements and other storage options.

  • Only our Metal Frame Fixtures are available with solid hinged doors on the base cabinet or a base cabinet with double drawers.

6. What is your budget? Knowing this will help determine which line of product you can afford and still meet your merchandising needs.

  • Our Metal Frame Fixtures will be the most expensive of the behind-the-counter options.

  • Our Easy-Rack Cigarette Displays are the budget-friendly choice.

  • Our “04” series Easy-Rack Cigarette Displays are budget friendly countertop displays, perfect for a small space and limited budget.

7. Will you be agreeing to a cigarette company contract? If so, what level will you be agreeing to? Knowing this will determine what specific style, size and options they will require. For example…

  • Some tobacco companies do not allow product displayed below 24″.  Therefore, we can provide a 24″ tall door for your base cabinet.
  • Some tobacco companies require a fixture that is a minimum of 3ft wide.
  • Some tobacco companies will reimburse you for part or all of the fixture cost, but require the fixture to have a lighted header sign.
  • Some tobacco companies will not allow another company’s product in the same fixture. Therefore, you would require multiple fixtures.

8. Do you want to purchase a tobacco fixture that will allow you to expand or change your product offerings and based on sales trends?

Contact us to discuss your requirements of Quick Change Fixtures​. Our experienced sales team can help you identify the options that best suit your needs.

  • Flexibility is key! We offer Universal Tobacco fixtures and Pushers that provide you maximum flexibility.