
Showers appeared a long time ago, but only now they began to gain special popularity. In many cases, the decision to install them is associated with practicality and compact design.
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However, it is not less advantageous to enjoy water treatments, saving time and reducing water consumption. Do not forget that many booth models provide additional features. For example, it can be a hydromassage.
In addition, the installation does not require any serious redevelopment of the bathroom, nor reinstall the plumbing.
Advantages of models
The height of the sides can be from 15 to 45 cm, so many people call the design a variation of a sitting bath. In addition, manufacturers offer several options for forms and sizes of booths.
Consequently, depending on the design and size of the bathroom, you can choose your own version. This design has many other undeniable advantages:
- When warm water begins to collect, it warms up the pallet and walls. The temperature inside the booth becomes comfortable for a short time.
- Such models are very practical - you can wash your feet or wash things in a high pan without undressing. It is also very convenient to use it as a bath for a baby bathing.
- Due to the metal frame and installation features of such equipment, maintenance of hidden communications is simplified.
- For most models, the installation of the seat. This option is suitable for older people.
Another important advantage of the high pallet: the water will not seep out of it exactly. Therefore, the floor will not be constantly filled with water. In addition, the design significantly reduces the risk that you flood the neighbors.
return to menu ↑Design flaws
However, one can not say about the existence of minuses. After all, some of the nuances you need to know before purchasing a model.
The most significant drawback is the height of the side. Older people are very difficult to cross. But this problem has a simple solution: it is enough to equip an auxiliary step in front of the entrance. It may also not suit a person with disabilities.
He just can not step over the high barrier. So people can stay on special models with a low pallet, inside which you can even call in a wheelchair.
Another drawback - these cabins look less stylish. High pallet visually makes the design more cumbersome and heavy. Smooth it will help the correct choice of colors, as well as the shape of the product.
return to menu ↑Variety of shapes and sizes
The range of shower cabins on the market is designed to satisfy the wishes of the maximum number of customers.
So, for owners of small bathrooms - compact models, dimensions 80 × 80 or 90 × 90 cm. It will fit into the design and help rationally distribute the floor space.
If you do not have strict restrictions in square meters, you can pay attention to the models of medium or large size.
The most popular models in these categories are 120 × 80, 120 × 90 and 120 × 120 cm. Although, if desired, you can find accessories with a 150 × 80 cm tray.
When choosing, it should also be borne in mind that, depending on the shape of the shower cabin, they are divided into:
- square;
- rectangular;
- angular (most often they look like a quarter of a circle);
- non-standard (for example, asymmetric or multifaceted).
By the selection of forms should be treated very carefully. After all, the cost of the cabin will depend on this. This parameter may also affect the usability.
return to menu ↑What to look for when choosing?
Do not rush to buy a rounded model, if its size is 80 × 80. For many, this cabin may be too cramped and uncomfortable. The optimal parameters in this case should be at least 90 × 90 cm.
Please note: products with rounded outlines are always more expensive than those that have rectangular or square pallets. There is a simple explanation for this: curved shower doors require molded glass doors.
The most expensive are considered models of angular and asymmetric shape. These shower cabins are the most convenient when you need to choose an option for a cramped bathroom.
For narrow rooms, oblong forms are best suited. For example, the most effective to use would be 120 × 70 or 110 × 80 cm.
If among family members there is a person of impressive build, a rectangular model, the parameters of which are 150 × 70, can become a full-fledged and convenient replacement for a bathroom
When the room is large - you can buy a corner cabin of the maximum size - 150 × 150 cm. For children, this model will become a real mini-pool.
return to menu ↑Open constructions
Cab type is important when choosing. Depending on the degree of closeness, everything is open and closed.
Which option to choose is directly dependent on the amount you are willing to spend.
Replace the side walls will be the walls of your bathroom. Therefore, the area where the shower will be located, is to lay tiles. The water supply is organized by means of a watering can or a hydromassage nozzle.
When choosing a model of an open structure, it is necessary to take into account that mixers are not included in the package of such showers. Therefore, the device will have to be bought separately.
The main advantage of open showers - they provide an opportunity to significantly save usable space.
However, at the same time, products with such a structure cannot be installed anywhere. In addition, they have limited functionality.
return to menu ↑Closed models
Consist of a pallet, walls, roof and hermetic door. In fact, they are sealed showers.
These cabins are very mobile, so they can be installed in any place where there is a tap and water supply.
Many opt for closed models also because specialists are constantly developing new additional functions for them. Among the many options you can, for example, meet the following:
- additional lighting;
- steam generator;
- the opportunity to enjoy the video;
- phone availability;
- aromatherapy;
- rain shower;
- phone availability;
- aromatherapy;
- rain shower;
- built-in radio;
- hydromassage;
- cascade flow;
- imitation of a Turkish bath;
- imitation of the Finnish sauna.
Regardless of the shape or size of the product, assembly and installation of closed cabins is carried out without undue effort. In addition, this design can be moved at any time.
However, when choosing, remember that each additional function increases the amount that you have to pay for hydroboxing.
return to menu ↑What materials are used?
The pallet must hold the cabin structure. It must be durable and sustainable.
How these parameters correspond to the model can be found out by drawing attention to the materials used in the manufacture.
Shower trays are made of acrylic. Due to plasticity, this material can be given the most bizarre forms. In addition, it is easy to install additional mechanisms.
Products from acryl serve not less than 10-15 years. Even if the surface of the pallet is slightly damaged - this will fix a special paste.
Therefore, an excellent appearance is maintained even after a long period of time.
Doors are made of tempered glass. Optionally, you can choose options with both transparent and frosted glass (with tinted, for example, gray glass).
return to menu ↑Should I pay attention to the country of the manufacturer?
Accessories are made in many European and Asian countries.
In Europe, Italian manufacturers are rightfully considered to be leaders in this market segment. Their models are distinguished by exquisite design, functionality, excellent quality, but also the highest price.
Good quality products are from Germany, USA, England and Finland. If we talk about Chinese manufacturers, it is worth noting that the quality of the materials used and the assembly does not differ from models made in Europe.
Equipment for the adoption of water procedures is relatively inexpensive and has a warranty period of use comparable to the terms of manufacturers from other countries.
return to menu ↑The main stages of installation
If you have purchased a high-quality, certified cabin, then the detailed instructions with diagrams and notes regarding the various nuances of the assembly will be attached to it.
In the budget options, however, basically there is only an extremely concise text. By the way, usually such constructions are not completed with a full-fledged durable siphon, so buy a quality one if you do not want to replace it soon.
Regardless of the model and its design, installation is performed according to this scheme.
The main parts need to be unpacked, checked for integrity and no damage. Then open the box with the fittings to check the equipment.
Install the pallet on a metal base. Depending on the shape, the mounting configuration can be parallel or crosswise. Next you need to do the installation of the drain and connecting the siphon. Cab glass should be attached to the fencing arches, and then sealed joints.
The rack must be fastened to the rail. This is done with the help of screws. Then you need to install fencing, side panels and rear panel. Install the doors and the roof.
It remains only to install the fittings and the protective screen, and then test everything.
return to menu ↑Regular care prolongs durability
When you have chosen and acquired the desired model - make caring for her your constant habit. First of all, care must be taken to improve the quality of the water.
In addition, after each use, the pan must be rinsed with hot (but its maximum temperature should not exceed 80C), and then with cold water.
Next you need to remove the silicone scraper from the walls of the drop. Then all surfaces are wiped dry with a soft towel or microfiber cloth.
At least once every few months it is necessary to clean it with non-abrasive detergents, which do not contain ammonia, alcohol or acetone.
After applying to all surfaces of the selected detergent, do not rush to immediately rub and rinse everything. Wait a little, so that the dirt has time to soak up well.
Then wipe the tray and other surfaces with a sponge, rinse with running water and wipe dry.
In addition, a dry booth can be polished using a wiper. It is also necessary to regularly treat all metal parts with a calcium deposits remover.
It is important to remember that a damp, warm place is an ideal environment for the development of mold fungi.
Given their danger, it is necessary to carry out preventive treatment.
Treat all surfaces every week with a mold spray, and from time to time unscrew the drain from the pallet and also treat with a special preparation.
Installing a shower
Detailed installation of the shower in the bathroom
Showers are comfortable. Warm water in them warms the pan and walls. The booth itself quickly heats up. Hydro massage is an additional function that heals and invigorates the body. It happens and the seat, you can sit. The design of the booths is different and beautiful.
When choosing a shower stall, I already knew what I wanted. Therefore, the search was not difficult, the condition - with a high pallet. Not looking for bells and whistles in the form of radio and other things, a prerequisite - transparent blue glass doors. I saw at the exhibition and fell in love! Has found, a cabin rounded off, 90 x 90, with a high pallet and blue glass. There is a small seat, very comfortable. Hydro massage and overhead shower allow you to enjoy a different effect from water treatments. Not to say that cabin care is complicated. I have had it for many years. The installation was done by specialists, a few years later, when the sealant from the back side was slightly deformed, it was cleaned by its own forces - it missed, moving away from the corner. The legs are tall, adjustable, there were no problems. Excellent effect and savings on prevention. And yes, saving water is palpable. Now there is a lot of special care products, it is easy to clean acrylic surfaces, and for glass, water is still formed, using yellow Cif. The usual silicone scraper perfectly removes drops. After the shower I keep the cabin doors open, good ventilation is obligatory!
I recently acquired an apartment in a new building, but it will only be rented out in a year, then I have been thinking for almost a year that it is better to install a regular bathroom or, nevertheless, it is better to install a shower cabin. the wife wants only a bath as she likes to lie in it, and it’s not possible to get out of the bathroom for days, but I still want a shower stall more. It seems to me that a shower cabin is more practical for modern life, although this is what is easier to install — a bathtub or a shower cabin — also a question. Then, too, there are many types of showers, judging by this article, and also still need to correctly guess the size. But in general, as far as I know and how much I communicated with people, as a rule, it is men who want a shower cabin more, and girls still look more towards the bathroom. But I still try to persuade my wife to the shower))
When my husband and I purchased our apartment and started renovating the bathroom, we were faced with a problem: a shower and a washing machine in the same room or a full-fledged bathroom, but then the washing should be done somewhere, because the room size is only 2.6 square meters. After consulting with the professionals, we stopped at the bathroom, which, as for me, not a single shower can replace after a hard day’s work or a long trip in which you can lie down for several hours. The washing machine had to be put in the hallway in the dressing room. Of course, if you have not one, but two bathrooms, then you can definitely talk about the soul in one of them and this article is a real find, but if the bathroom is only one, even the smallest, sacrifice an extra bedside table and set yourself a bathroom.
I was always more impressed by a full shower than a bath. If it was not possible to install a shower cabin in the old apartment, due to the banal lack of space for installation, there was plenty of it in the new apartment. Now I think what kind of shower to put. I want something functional, but not to overpay much. One thing I know for sure, that there must be a hydromassage. The main thing is that in the article I was able to read about the main nuances that should be taken into account when choosing a shower cabin. Thanks to this, I was able to significantly narrow the circle and it became easier to choose, as for my apartment, now I consider only two options. In any case, first of all I will be guided by the budget, and there I will try to buy what is better. One is pleased that the installation of the shower is quite simple and will not have to suffer much to install it. At least it doesn't look as hard as it seemed to me before.
Article liked. At first, having read the point about the advice, I was upset because there was talked only about the size of the shower. But then it turned out that further points, in fact, also tips on choosing. Information is useful. Even by country layout provided. Thanks to the author.
I learned about the function of aromatherapy. It would be very nice shower with such a function. Of course, now there are many different options for additional functions in the shower, but not all of them are needed. For example, why TV in the shower? I understand the bathroom! The standard set - the radio, different types of soul - I have nothing against - they are needed.
And the author is absolutely right - the main thing is to pay attention to the pallet. Steady and necessarily high. I would say this is one of the main points when choosing a shower.
I want to note that in the presence of small children in the family, it is better, of course, to have a full bathroom. It is possible to bathe babies and in the bath, but this is not long and uncomfortable. And much less like the little ones than cut through a large bath. A shower is more a hygienic accessory than a shower. And kids, and moms love to lie in the bathroom.
Of course you should pay your attention to the pallet - this is first of all comfort and the higher this very pallet, the better.The article is written elegantly, immediately visible - the author has spent a lot of time and effort on it, awesome photos, as if from the future, it’s a pity that I don’t afford such showers, but of course you can dream. Clearly disclosed all the recommendations for the selection, the pros and cons, it’s a pity that the approximate prices are not indicated, it would be interesting to know them. The video presentation is the most extensive, you can learn how to install these showers yourself. There is nothing difficult about it, since you’re in to plumbing. I liked everything, I will wait for new articles on a similar topic.