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(More customer reviews)Let me preface this review by stating that I am writing it with the intent of helping the person who has read many showerhead reviews and is still on the fence.
I am no stranger to residential showerheads. I have previously owned Delta, Standard, Speakman, and Giessdorf. In my current home, I have Grohe and Moen. What I prize in a showerhead is above average water flow and a water experience. "Above average water flow" means sufficient flow to thoroughly rinse away lathered body wash. A "water experience" means that you and your skin are rejuvenated after the shower. The Giessdorf, Grohe, Speakman, and Moen typically provided above average water flow after I removed the flow restrictor. My basis for the "water experience" was when I had the great fortune to stay at a six-star hotel; what an awesome shower they had. None of the showerheads that I previously purchased came close to that experience.
That all changed with the K-15996-CP. I googled the Kohler brand because that was the first showerhead that I found by them. There were more negative reviews than positive, but I was really intrigued by the design. I decided to take the plunge.
Kohler packaged the head in a cardboard box, not the standard plastic encasement. When I removed the head, it did not feel as heavy as I anticipated. It is not quite heavy enough to be all metal, but not light enough to be cheap plastic. I am sure that there is plastic, but it is not the lower-end, thin-walled plastic. Installation was easy. Yes, I know that it is very easy to install a showerhead. What I mean is that I was unsure if I were going to keep the showerhead so I did not use new piping tape from when I removed the Moen showerhead. I expected a small leak that I would remove when I applied new piping tape if I decided to keep the showerhead. Much to my surprise, there was absolutely no leakage at the junction. In comparison, I had to two remove the Moen showerhead and add more tape when I initially installed it. That is what I mean by easy installation. The second surprise was the water pressure when I turned on the shower. The K-15996 is the FIRST showerhead that I have purchased where I had terrific water pressure without removing the flow restrictor. The water flow and pressure are great! I was very surprised and tremendously pleased. Criteria one was overwhelming met.
Next was the actual shower. I do not remember the names for the four functions. The functions are distinct and you switch them by rotating the showerhead on its axis. The rotation is smooth and is easily performed with wet or soapy hands. The wide-angle spray mode is great because covers so much of your body with a constant water flow. This spray pattern is much better than any showerhead that I have had, but I have not previously had a pure rainfall showerhead. The next wide-angle spray mode is what I call rain-splatter and this is the most luxurious mode to me. This mode feels like millions of little rain drops dropping on you as they fall from the leaves of a dense forest. I turn the water hotter and I just enjoy this mode ... it is truly invigorating to me. The next mode comes from one of the slots and it is a thick, relatively speaking, sheet of water ... great for rinsing and the spray pattern has a wide width. The last pattern is from the second slot and it is my second favorite. This pattern is a thin layer of high velocity water that looks painful (like it would cut you in half), but is so soft. When I switch to this mode, I can feel the air moving around me because of the water velocity. The water temperature also cools because of the water velocity. You have to slightly increase the water temperature at the control or the water will feel colder on your skin. I can wholeheartedly say that the water experience criteria was fully met.
In summary, this showerhead is a great find for me and I am constantly looking for an excuse to take another shower. An hour or two after my shower, I still feel invigorated. Your mileage may vary, but I absolutely love this showerhead.
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Upgrade your bathroom by installing the convenient and versatile KOHLER Flipside 01 Showerhead. Featuring innovative Flipstream technology and a sleek design, the showerhead offers four showering sensations to fit your mood. With a simple rotation of the spray face, you can experience a soft downpour, targeted massage, exhilarating circular spray, or a traditional full spray.
Versatile Showerhead Offers Superior Shower ExperienceDesigned to fit the look of traditional or contemporary bathrooms, the Flipside Showerhead features an elegant transitional design with smooth, flowing lines. Because the Flipside provides a dedicated spray face for each of the four sprays, your shower won't be compromised by space limitations on the showerhead.
Four Showers in OneWith your choice of four spray faces, the Flipside Showerhead allows you to enjoy the spray that best fits your needs. Koverage is a full spray that is perfect for everyday use, while Kotton releases a dense, soft downpour that resembles a spa spray. Komotion and Kurrent are ideal for massaging the body, with Kurrent offering a targeted massage spray and Komotion delivering a full-face spray in an exhilarating, circular pattern that relaxes and refreshes.
Flipstream Technology is Easy to UseThe Flipside Showerhead features innovative Flipstream technology that facilitates use--you simply turn the showerhead on its axis to the desired position. Advanced ergonomics make it comfortable to maneuver, and the showerhead flips easily to the position you want--even if you have soapy hands.
Technical DetailsAt 5-3/8 inches across, the Flipside Showerhead fits most showers and features a 2.5 gallon (9.5 liter) per minute flow rate. The angle of the showerhead can be adjusted to fit a wide variety of user heights.
Kohler Faucet Lifetime Limited WarrantyKohler Co. warrants its faucets to be leak and drip free during normal residential use for as long as the original purchaser owns his or her home. Kohler Co. also warrants all other aspects of the faucet or accessories (except gold, non-PVD Vibrant, and non-chrome finishes) to be free of defects in material and design during normal residential use for as long as the original consumer purchaser owns his or her home.
About Kohler: Diversity and InnovationSince 1873, Kohler Co. has been improving the lives of its customers with quality products and services. Austrian immigrant John Michael Kohler made the first of many bold business moves when he purchased a cast iron and steel foundry in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. His vision and dedication to excellence helped transform Kohler Co. into a highly successful family of businesses with operations on six continents.
One of the oldest, largest privately held companies in the United States, Kohler Co.'s diversity of products and portfolio of brands lead the way in design and innovation. Kohler Co. offers a breadth of products and services, including plumbing fixtures, furniture, tile and stone, and primary and backup power systems, as well as award-winning hospitality and world-class golf destinations.
What's in the BoxKOHLER Flipside 01 Showerhead.
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