Zenith 34941 Hoop Shower Rod, White

Comment: I purchased this item to make a surround shower curtain for a corner tub with only two walls. The product itself was flimsy. The rods were attached to each other by inserting one into the other, then securing with a small screw. Each rod was sturdy, but when you put them together to form the ring, the connection was very loose and made the rod kind of flop all over the place. I ended up have to put tape around the inside joins, so I could make the product sturdier. In addition, the way the supports attached to the rods was troublesome. You had to pound a plastic piece into the end of the support rod. Well it was really difficult to get this piece to go in straight. And if it is crooked, the screw will not fit and the support will not be at a 90 degree angle to the rod. Also, there was a danger of pushing the piece in too far. I know they did this so that you could adjust the size of the support rod, but it just all seemed a little flimsy to me. I was also disappointed that I could not adjust the ceiling bracket to be shorter than 18 in. and the ceiling support was not at all adequate to support the weight of the rod and curtains. The screws they provided to put the ceiling support in were #8 screws that you HAD to screw into a ceiling joist in order that the whole thing would not come down on your head. They provided cheap plastic molleys, but these would never work. If you didn't happen to have a joist at the point where the rod needs to go into the ceiling, you are out of luck. They should have come up with a support (like a ceiling fan support) to make this connection. In addition, one person had to hold up the entire rod, while another had to measure mark cut the rod, and drill for the ceiling support. How long can you stand with your arms up in the air? I ended up with a mess in the bathroom, and no curtain rod installed because I couldn't adjust where the ceiling support went in. I know this is the least expensive option here, but it just doesn't work. I don't think it's worth $200 + for a rod to make this happen either. In future, I think I will buy copper piping from the local hardware store and make my own rod.

Comment: After been looking around for a not so expensive hoop shower rod I found this one, and it really surprise me for its quality, I installed it myself it took me about an hour but very happy with it.I don't think you'll find anything cheaper than this one.

Comment: Ill fitting hardware and parts. Made to afix to a shower standpipe which is uncommon in western U.S. I do noet expect it to last long.

Comment: It's certainly not the prettiest product out there, but the price is right and it fit our needs perfectly. Installation is fairly easy, although 1) you do have to be careful you don't mistakenly interchange parts (there are some similar parts which only slightly vary in size) and 2) it is helpful to have someone help you (in hindsight - I worked alone) when actually connecting to the wall/ceiling.

Overall, it does what it's supposed to and feels sturdy enough.

Comment: Super sturdy, but had to buy better anchors than the cheap plastic ones it came with. Definately takes two to assemble and the directions are very complicated. You will need to hacksaw it to size - but that's easier than it sounds.
I love it now that it's finally up!