How to choose accessories for showers?

The shower cabin is a closed space for taking full-fledged water procedures. The main reason for installing it in an apartment is to save space. Components of this design should be the maximum.

In terms of functionality, the shower is not inferior to a standard bath, and modern high-tech models even surpass it. At the same time, a tribute is paid to the recent trends - minimalism in the interior. Opening free square meters provide opportunities for the introduction of new solutions in the environment.

There are three main types of showers.

• Monoblock - as a matter of fact, a semi-finished product, which is a practically assembled ready box, which must be selected according to the shape, area and additional components, and then connected to the water supply and drainage system.Place and variation of placement depend on the shape and size of the pallet. Both characteristics are rich in their variations in the modern market.

• National team - a set of components, as a designer assembling in place. Most often it has no rear walls, so these showers are installed in the corner of the room.
• Limited - design, which is characterized by the absence of the ceiling. Another name - shower area. It has a limited space only within the walls of the bathroom and its own panels with the walls of the booths and doors. Mounted on a pallet or floor. In the latter case, it is important to level and waterproof the walls as well as the floor covering. Additionally, you will need to evaluate the possibility of installing a drain system and high-quality preparation of the room as a whole. Not the most convenient option, because even with a quality installation, the presence of such a cabin in the bathroom will mean increased humidity outside the cabin, and, consequently, in the living room. In addition, dampness is provided.

If with simple cheap variations of the performance of showers everything is clear, in terms of their functionality,- they are designed to provide their owner the opportunity to wash and relax under the water jets, the modern expensive technological models are literally crammed with additional functions and sometimes represent whole washing complexes.

Such cabins, in turn, are divided into electronic and mechanical. Power supply may be necessary for the operation of lighting, exhaust, multimedia connections. The market is familiar even with models capable of receiving phone calls.

The geometric shape of the showers can be very diverse, you need to choose it depending on the availability of free space and the intended installation location.

Angular symmetric occupies the smallest area. I choose it for installation in the corner of small premises. A top view of the cabin projection will indicate that it represents a quarter of a circle centered in the corner formed by the walls. The front part is semicircular. Internal space is limited to the minimumbut within reason - allows you to take a shower without any inconvenience. Inside each booth of fittings: watering can, it is the nozzle, and the mixer. Belong to the most economical category.

This is followed by variations on the theme, which no longer feel obliged to shrink as much as possible in size, without the strictness of the installation rules, can be multifunctional.

Asymmetric angular in section can be very different in shape., the length of the walls, the option of bending the front side. All this continues to remain within the framework of a certain asceticism, continuing to hold the attention of the consumer, who is not ready to part with a large amount of money and to manage too much the limited space of the bathroom. For this reason, they are also made to be installed in the corner. Choosing such, it is necessary to provide that they can be left- or right-sided.

Rectangular, in the particular case of square, shower cubicles - boxes, claiming to provide a certain share of comfort. This may manifest itself in the presence of a deep pan, for example, which, if necessary, will be ready to partially fulfill the functions of a bathroom.The installation site is at the mercy of the owner. The standard dimensions in the case of party conveyor performance do not exceed 1.2 x 1 m.

If you want everything at once, while there are no restrictions in the budget and the number of square meters, then the shower stall can be made to order. It will not only be equipped with all conceivable and inconceivable functions, even decorative illumination, but it can also be “packaged” in a different form as part of the flight of engineering thought. For the manufacture of such complexes, specialists will most likely need to go to the place of the intended installation in order to evaluate its capabilities and formulate a competent project taking into account all the wishes of the customer.

Regardless of the shape, functionality, dimensions of the shower stall, the reliability of its operation, the strength of fastening large elements together, the durability of operation is ensured by small details. Complicated modern models have a greater number of souls, and economical types have fewer. It is difficult to refuse one thing: in both cases, they must be of the highest quality and manufactured only by a high-class manufacturer.Compliance with these requirements in the future will save considerable funds.

The complex of all details of a shower cabin is called accessories. Of the permanent and unchanging components of any kit, you can select the main ones.

• Videos. Invisible, but very important servants of the mechanism for opening doors. Mobility and, as a result, cabin tightness depends on them. A classic example of why fittings need special attention. Constantly being in extreme conditions, they must work and provide mobility for quite a long time, so as not to be considered disposable consumables. Extreme conditions are understood to mean constant humidity, sudden changes in temperature, and regular mechanical stress. Based on these conditions, the manufacturing material is chosen: metal, plastic. To extend the service life of the rollers, care is needed - cleaning of accumulated dirt and plaque.

• Seals. If the rollers are still indirectly related to tightness, then the seals are specifically designed to impose this function on them. They are provided everywhere where a gap can be formed - at the junction of the canvases and doors, they fit to the walls.It is understood that they are made of materials with high moisture resistance, while not subject to rapid wear. In addition, by definition, they must be elastic, capable of compressing and expanding, resilient to cleaning, quick and easy replacement. In such requirements polyvinyl chloride, rubber fits well. More expensive options for seals are made of silicone, impregnated with antibacterial compounds, which also provides hygiene.

• Watering can. An integral part of the shower, as it is related to water procedures. Watering cans can be installed at different heights in a different order. Here, much depends directly on the design and the availability of additional functions of the box itself. Most sensitive to water quality. Therefore, they require regular preventive measures that protect them from limestone deposits.

• Door elements. These include handles, hinges, connectors. Rigidity and hardness - a mandatory requirement for them, therefore, in contrast to the previous parts made of elastic materials, they can not. At the same time, they must be resistant to corrosive processes.The most consistent combination of these qualities is brass. High-quality elements from a reliable manufacturer, most likely, will be made of it. Handles require a separate mention, because they are the point that fully allow to reflect the taste and preferences of the owner of the shower. As the most visible part, they are performed in different shapes and sizes and, in this sense, allow for variation in choice. Models that do not tolerate savings, even have anti-slip inserts.

Something like this or something like this is a must-have kit for any shower. In general, it may differ depending on certain conditions. A very wide list consists of elements of an additional, optional character. And the point here is not only and not so much in what functions the selected shower box has.

In general, these are standard elements whose presence is optional, but which make life much easier and make the process of bathing or relaxing procedures more comfortable and convenient. This includes all kinds of shelves, towel holders, nets, hooks, rugs and other trifles, the empty listing of which simply does not make sense.The decision about their absence or presence within their own space is made individually, and with a wide range of a full range of add-ons you can get acquainted in a specialized shop, where you will not only help you properly and tastefully complete your bathroom equipped with a shower, but will also be pleased to show on podiums, how it looks in the working mode, how the most functionally complex devices work.

In order not to get lost among the huge range, it will be useful to become theoretically acquainted with reputable manufacturers of bathroom accessories. In addition, you must immediately deny yourself in an attempt to save. The reasons for which small details require special attention and do not tolerate negligence are already mentioned.

It is better to purchase an expensive item once, but with a maximum operating resource.rather than regularly visiting the store for spare parts. In order not to be mistaken with the dimensions and geometry where they are important, you need to take with you to the store either the finished parts, or the corresponding measurements, sketches, photographs. All that will contribute to the quick selection on the basis of actual data and will relieve from the confused wanderings among the shelves and long consultations with the seller.

Carefully evaluate the material from which one or another trifle. Evaluate the most important requirements that should be made to it, and, based on them, analyze the existing proposals.

Do not forget to pick up all the necessary rubber bands, limiters, two-way adjustments. Sliding parts and brackets. Before installation, all schemes should be prepared, which includes a continuous variation.

It makes sense for convenience of perception to divide the whole range of manufacturers into two categories: premium class and economy class. Neither have any advantages.The products of each of them are aimed at their target audience of consumers. This, in turn, serves as the basis for choosing equipment, materials and production technologies. In both segments, a number of brands are presented, the quality of products of which can be safely relied on, taking into account the stipulated conditions. For example, there are three representatives from each group with distinctive features of each of them.

Expensive accessories:

• MWE (Germany) - stylish, handmade;
• Metalglas (Italy) - compactness, great attention is paid to tightness;
• Sadev - design.

Economical options:

• USAF (Taiwan) - versatility;
• Orman (Russia) - low prices and wear resistance;
• Casma (Italy) - ease of installation, reliability.

Among the quality manufacturers can also be distinguished:

• "Titanium";
• Erlit - made in China;
• Pauli, Eago production Turkey.

Many professionals advise you to follow certain rules when choosing quality fittings.

• It is advisable to choose products from trusted manufacturers of accessories.
• Pay close attention to the moisture resistance of your chosen model. If this characteristic is absent, the accessory can be very susceptible to corrosion.
• Understand the basic parameters of your future purchase. Choose the best option for yourself.

Perhaps the main slogan and advice, which was useful to draw from all the material, would be the following: “There are no trifles in life or in the soul! ". This and should be guided, undertaking the upgrade of their plumbing equipment.

How to install a shower cabin with your own hands, see the following video.