Shower cabin arrangement

This is what happened - you have finally become the proud owner of a shower stall. But, having spent a certain part of the family budget, it is quite natural to feel the desire to save a little of what is left and do the installation yourself. Perhaps this is not a desire to save money, but the inner “man” spoke up, saying, “Can’t I really cope on my own?” Whatever the reason, it doesn’t hurt to know the structure of this design.

It includes a pallet and walls. If the booth is closed, then also the top cover. Naturally, the shower panel itself, on which the watering can and additional nozzles are located. The latter is only available if the booth has several functions.

What types of showers are there?

Since the times of the Soviet Union, the plumbing industry has made huge strides forward. The stores have a huge selection of all kinds of devices to maintain hygiene. Even shower cabins are available in several types:

• shower boxes;
• with deep tray;
• with low tray;
• combined with a bathroom;
• corner;
• country houses;
• spacious.

Shower boxes

This type includes sealed cabins with a roof and walls. There are multifunctional and simpler cabins, varying in shape and size.Walking inside, you get the impression that you are in a separate room. In order for the box to function, a water filter must be installed.

Shower stalls with deep trays

Cabins equipped with a deep tray have recently become especially popular. They are very convenient, as they combine the functions of a bath and shower. Their sizes are varied, but the choice should be dictated by the dimensions of the bathroom. The current size of a shower stall of this type is meter by meter.

Low tray cabins

This type of device does not have a roof; the walls of the booth fit tightly to the walls of the room. The only thing you can do in such a cabin is take a shower. You won't even be able to sit down. The shapes and sizes of these devices are very diverse.

Cabins with bath

This type of cabin will suit all family members. There is no tray here - neither deep nor low. Instead, an acrylic bathtub is installed, the height of which reaches forty-five centimeters.

Angle view

This species is shaped like a triangle. If you love convenience and practicality, then this is exactly what you need. You can save room space, but still feel comfortable inside.

Country showers

On sale you can find a good selection of ready-made shower cabins for installation in summer cottages.

Spacious cabins

If saving space is not your thing, then a design of this size will look beautiful in any large bathroom.

Features of the shower cabin

If we talk about the variety of devices for taking a shower, then there is a difference in the number of walls.

The simplest and most budget options are equipped with one or two walls. If the kit does not include a roof and only one wall in front, then a niche will be required for installation.For a device with two walls, the corner part of the room is suitable, with the walls of the room serving as the third and fourth walls. The walls of the room will need to be protected from moisture.

Shower boxes come complete with all the walls, as well as a tray and a ceiling.

You can install it anywhere, as long as there is sewerage and water supply. If the structure is wooden, then the presence of a pallet is mandatory, but if the floor is concrete or there is a tiled covering, then you don’t have to worry about it. The pallets themselves can be of different depths, be cast iron, steel, plastic or ceramic.

High-price devices have additional functions. Such options include, for example, hydromassage. Depending on the direction of the nozzles, it can be vertical or horizontal.

If there is a steam generator and a fan, then the shower turns into a steam room. At the same time, humidity and temperature are regulated.

Among the many additional functions, one can highlight inhalation, “tropical rain”, and chromotherapy.

If you live with elderly people, you should find out about the seat configuration.

The comfort of taking a shower will be complemented by multi-colored lighting or a built-in radio.

With the right choice of device, even in a small bathroom you can install not only a stall, but also a bathtub. Choosing a corner booth option will help with this.

How does a shower cabin work?

Now that we've figured out the structure of shower cabins, it's time to understand how they work. To ensure the functioning of the device, it is necessary to supply water - cold and hot. The water supply is made to the mixer. If the sacraments of plumbing are not your strong point, then it is better to trust the specialists. There are several types of mixers:

• one lever or valve;
• thermostatic or with two valves.

Mixers with one lever are the most convenient. They reduce water consumption as they have a built-in aerator.

The classic version of the mixer is with two valves. This mixer allows you to quickly get water at the desired temperature.

A water drain is installed under the pan.

Important! After the shower is connected, you need to check its tightness. To do this, place a paper sheet under the drain. If it remains dry after taking a shower, it means the assembly was carried out efficiently.

Let's talk about the design of a shower head. If it has many holes of different diameters, it means it can operate in different modes. Usually the operating mode is changed by a rotary lever.

Commercially available watering cans usually have twenty holes for different operating modes. Some models have the ability to filter water.

The watering can itself is attached to the hose. Hoses come in different lengths:

• 1.25 meters;
• 1.5 meters;
• 1.6 meters;
• 1.75 meters;
• 2 meters.

The most popular option is a 1.6 meter hose. The hose material may vary.

There are models of watering cans with a massage function. This function is carried out by special nozzles, the number of which can reach eight pieces.

There are different types of injectors:

• hydromassage nozzles - supply water under pressure;
• nozzles for aeromassage - supply air that saturates the water with bubbles;
• Combined type injectors are an option with the functions of the previous two.

In order to be able to massage the whole body, the nozzles are distributed throughout the cabin.

The strength of the water jet varies at different levels. It is softer in the neck area, and the pressure is stronger at the level of the legs.

Now all the ins and outs of shower stalls are known, and you can safely begin installation.