Shower curtain liners may not be the most exciting product category, but they’re pretty essential if you have a traditional combination shower-tub. These essential products help to prevent water from spraying onto your bathroom floor and creating a slipping hazard. Additionally, they can preserve the life of your decorative shower curtains. Check out these top picks.
1. mDesign Plastic Transparent Shower Curtain Liner (Top Pick)
Prevents Odor and Durable
mDesign is a popular brand because of their streamlined design and functional products. Their two-pack of clear frosted shower curtain liners are our Top Pick because they’re durable, water-resistant, and odorless. You’ll get two shower curtain liners made from eco-friendly PEVA. We like that this pick is machine washable for added longevity. The reinforced grommets also ensure that the liner won’t tear with use
2. LiBa PEVA 8G Bathroom Shower Curtain Liner (Fastest Drying)
No Place for Mildew to Grow
Mold is the bane of every curtain liner’s existence. That’s why we like this pick from LiBa because it’s designed to dry instantly and is 100& waterproof. You’ll like that it’s available in two widths and two lengths.This shower curtain liner is available in clear, frosted, and white, along with a white fabric option. You’ll like that this curtain liner is made from PEVA which is an environmentally-friendly alternative to PVC with no harmful odors.
3. N&Y Home Ultimate Waterproof Fabric Shower Curtain or Liner (Best Washable Liner)
Waterproof and Breathable
If you have a fabric shower curtain, you know that over time they can get smelly and dingy. Thankfully, this pick from N&Y Home is a fabric liner that’s machine washable — ensuring that it lasts for quite a while. While it’s available in the standard 72 by 27 inches size, you can also opt for the 84-inch extra long curtain and shorter widths as small as 70 inches. You’ll like that there are seven colors to choose from for your bathroom.
4. AmazerBath Plastic Shower Curtain (Most Durable)
A Heavy Duty Grommet Curtain
It’s not uncommon for shower curtains to fall victim to fatigue after continued use. Typically, the grommets that hold your hooks begin to rip and then you have to replace the entire curtain liner. That won’t be an issue with this pick. We like that this shower curtain liner from AmazerBath is made from heavy duty PEVA material that’s designed to withstand plenty of pulling and tugging. This pick features 12 grommet holes designed for shower curtain hooks.
5. Barossa Design Waterproof Fabric Shower Curtain (Best White Curtain)
A Fabric Liner Solution
Some people prefer a white fabric curtain for their shower liner rather than the traditional clear plastic option. If this sounds familiar, you’ll like this waterproof pick from Barossa. It’s machine washable so that you can keep it looking fresh. This shower curtain liner is available in the standard 72 by 72-inch configuration. It has a soft hand feel and is also available in eight other colors if you want a curtain liner that matches your bathroom decor.
6. Bostofy Waterproof Shower Curtain Liner (Best Design)
A Sheer Pick with Privacy in Mind
There’s nothing worse than being interrupted when you’re in the shower by someone popping into the bathroom for a quick need. This shower curtain from Bostofy gives you much needed privacy with a pebbled frosted design. Along with the added privacy, this shower curtain liner promises not to have a smell and has three heavy-duty magnets in the base for added security. We like that this pick is also stain resistant for added longevity.
7. Alyvia Spring Waterproof Fabric Shower Curtain Liner (Most Secure)
Bottom Magnets for a Better Fit
One of the biggest issues with cheaper shower curtain liners is that they don’t stay put. If you have a breeze in your bathroom or the water is too powerful in the shower, the curtain can fly up, causing water to spray everywhere. The Alyvia Spring shower curtain liner comes with three magnets in the bottom to keep it securely in place. You’ll also get reinforced rust-proof grommets for added durability. And this pick is machine washable too.
8. River Dream Hotel Grade No Hooks Needed Waterproof Shower Curtain or Liner (Best for Rods)
No Need for Hooks
Not everyone likes the look of hooks, not to mention that it’s easy to pull a bit too aggressively and rip the shower curtain. We like the flexible grommets on this shower curtain pick because it eliminates the need for hooks. This waterproof shower curtain liner is perfect by itself or under your preferred decorative shower curtain. You’ll also like that this is an odorless solution made from non-toxic, eco-friendly PEVA. It’s also mildew resistant.
Benefits of a Shower Curtain Liner
Keeps Water in the Shower
No one wants to step out of the shower and immediately step in water. Water collecting on your floor is not just unpleasant, though. It’s also dangerous for your floors. In fact, it can lead to the structure of your floor rotting if there are any cracks for the water to seep through. At the very least, it can lead to the growth of mold and mildew. The shower curtain liner goes inside the bathtub and sticks to the wall to make sure no water gets to escape while you shower.
Easily Replaceable
While the shower curtain liner prevents water damage on your floors, it will become mildewy over time and may even grow a little bit of mold. This is simply due to the fact that the curtain is exposed to a lot of water. However, shower curtain liners tend to be relatively inexpensive and are easily taken down to make the process of replacing a moldy shower curtain easy.
Easily Washable
You can extend the life span of your shower curtain liner by cleaning it with a standard bathroom cleaner or wiping it down. Since the curtain is made to be pelted with water, it can certainly be doused with liquid cleaners and water for rinsing.
You Can Have a Cloth Curtain
Since the shower curtain liner will catch all of the water from your shower, you can get a curtain that is made of fabric without worrying about it getting wet.
Considerations
Materials
You will want your shower curtain liner to be made of plastic to keep it easy to clean, easy to replace, and waterproof. Other fabric liners can be machine washed and are water resistant, but they will require more maintenance and may dry more slowly.
Ring Style
Depending on the kind of bar you have for hanging shower curtains and liners, you may need bigger or smaller holes for hanging. Also, if you play to hang the shower curtain liner directly on the bar vs using clips or rings, you may also need varying sizes of hanging holes.
Weighted Liner vs Unweighted Liner
Many shower curtain liners have weights built into the liner to keep the liner in place while you shower to ensure maximum water protection. We recommend getting a liner with a weighted liner because otherwise the water being turned on may create enough airflow to blow the shower curtain liner directly against you.
