Splash Home Grass PEVA 5G vs Zenna Home Heavyweight Shower Curtain
Both made our Best Mold-Resistant Shower Curtains and Liners shortlist, at #1 and #2. Here's how they differ and who each one suits.
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Quick verdict
Choose the Splash Home Grass PEVA 5G Shower Liner if you want mid-weight 5G thickness holds shape better than 3G liners without the stiffness of 8G. Choose the Zenna Home Heavyweight Shower Curtain Liner, 8-Gauge EVA if you'd rather have 8-gauge thickness resists the creasing that traps moisture between folds. Overall we rank the Splash Home Grass PEVA 5G Shower Liner higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Mold-Resistant Shower Curtains and Liners list.
Winner overall: Splash Home Grass PEVA 5G Shower Liner
Splash Home Grass PEVA 5G Shower Liner vs Zenna Home Heavyweight Shower Curtain Liner, 8-Gauge EVA compared
Every difference that matters, in one table.
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Our ranking | #1 of 10 in Best Mold-Resistant Shower Curtains and Liners | #2 of 10 in Best Mold-Resistant Shower Curtains and Liners |
| Pick label | ||
| Brand | Splash Home | Zenna Home |
| Key features | 5-gauge PEVA construction; Rustproof metal grommets at every hook point; Chlorine-free, low-odor material | 8-gauge EVA thickness, roughly 2.5x a standard 3G liner; Weighted hem keeps the bottom edge pinned against the tub; Rustproof grommets resist hook-friction tearing |
| Biggest strength | Mid-weight 5G thickness holds shape better than 3G liners without the stiffness of 8G | 8-gauge thickness resists the creasing that traps moisture between folds |
| Main trade-off | No weighted hem, billows more in strong shower airflow than the Zenna 8-Gauge pick | Heavier and stiffer to hang than 3G or 5G liners, harder to fold flat for storage |
| Best for | Most buyers | Most buyers |
Which should you buy?
#1 pick
Choose the Splash Home Grass PEVA 5G Shower Liner if…
- Mid-weight 5G thickness holds shape better than 3G liners without the stiffness of 8G
- Metal grommets resist the tearing that starts most mildew hot spots at mounting points
- No noticeable plastic odor out of the packaging, unlike vinyl at this price
Prefer the alternative? See the Zenna Home Heavyweight Shower Curtain Liner, 8-Gauge EVA section.
#2 pick
Choose the Zenna Home Heavyweight Shower Curtain Liner, 8-Gauge EVA if…
- 8-gauge thickness resists the creasing that traps moisture between folds
- Weighted hem stops billowing into the shower stream, reducing water escaping onto the floor
- Highest rating count of any pick in this guide (12,300+), a strong daily-use durability signal
Prefer the alternative? See the Splash Home Grass PEVA 5G Shower Liner section.
Pros and cons of each
Splash Home Grass PEVA 5G Shower Liner
Pros
- Mid-weight 5G thickness holds shape better than 3G liners without the stiffness of 8G
- Metal grommets resist the tearing that starts most mildew hot spots at mounting points
- No noticeable plastic odor out of the packaging, unlike vinyl at this price
- Embossed texture keeps the liner from sticking to skin mid-shower
Cons
- No weighted hem, billows more in strong shower airflow than the Zenna 8-Gauge pick
- 5G is not as tear-resistant as 8G or 10G under daily multi-person household use
- Embossed texture holds slightly more soap scum in the grooves than a smooth liner
Zenna Home Heavyweight Shower Curtain Liner, 8-Gauge EVA
Pros
- 8-gauge thickness resists the creasing that traps moisture between folds
- Weighted hem stops billowing into the shower stream, reducing water escaping onto the floor
- Highest rating count of any pick in this guide (12,300+), a strong daily-use durability signal
- Holds up to weekly cold-water washing without cracking at the fold lines
Cons
- Heavier and stiffer to hang than 3G or 5G liners, harder to fold flat for storage
- Costs more per unit than thinner PEVA liners in the same lineup
- Takes longer to air dry fully given the added material thickness
Splash Home Grass PEVA 5G Shower Liner vs Zenna Home Heavyweight Shower Curtain Liner, 8-Gauge EVA: common questions
Which is better, the Splash Home Grass PEVA 5G Shower Liner or the Zenna Home Heavyweight Shower Curtain Liner, 8-Gauge EVA?
Choose the Splash Home Grass PEVA 5G Shower Liner if you want mid-weight 5G thickness holds shape better than 3G liners without the stiffness of 8G. Choose the Zenna Home Heavyweight Shower Curtain Liner, 8-Gauge EVA if you'd rather have 8-gauge thickness resists the creasing that traps moisture between folds. Overall we rank the Splash Home Grass PEVA 5G Shower Liner higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Mold-Resistant Shower Curtains and Liners list.
What is the difference between the Splash Home Grass PEVA 5G Shower Liner and the Zenna Home Heavyweight Shower Curtain Liner, 8-Gauge EVA?
The Splash Home Grass PEVA 5G Shower Liner stands out because mid-weight 5G thickness holds shape better than 3G liners without the stiffness of 8G, while the Zenna Home Heavyweight Shower Curtain Liner, 8-Gauge EVA stands out because 8-gauge thickness resists the creasing that traps moisture between folds. The trade-offs differ too: the Splash Home Grass PEVA 5G Shower Liner's main caveat is that no weighted hem, billows more in strong shower airflow than the Zenna 8-Gauge pick, and the Zenna Home Heavyweight Shower Curtain Liner, 8-Gauge EVA's is that heavier and stiffer to hang than 3G or 5G liners, harder to fold flat for storage.
Is the Splash Home Grass PEVA 5G Shower Liner worth it over the Zenna Home Heavyweight Shower Curtain Liner, 8-Gauge EVA?
For most buyers, yes: it's our #1 pick. Consider the Zenna Home Heavyweight Shower Curtain Liner, 8-Gauge EVA instead if no weighted hem, billows more in strong shower airflow than the Zenna 8-Gauge pick is a deal-breaker for you.