Timo showers: advantages and disadvantages

If you are a happy owner of "Khrushchev" or another small-sized apartment, but you want to take a shower with maximum comfort, then pay attention to modern showers. They are optimal for small premises, and allow you to use every square centimeter of usable space.

Today, many manufacturers are on the market.offering similar products. Among them are the Finnish trademark Timo, offering shower stalls for every taste and budget. Our article is devoted to products of this world famous brand.

Special features

Unfortunately, every day there are more and more fakes for products of popular manufacturers. And Timo touched this unpleasant trend.Since the trademark from Finland is very popular in the world, the fraudsters decided to profit on its name. In order not to fall for their trick, it is necessary to familiarize yourself with the documents on the shower stall before buying. They should contain information about the official supplier or dealer of the company.

Not long ago, the company Timo opened production facilities in China, due to which the turnover increased significantly, and the price of booths decreased. However, this fact in no way affected the quality of products.

One of the main advantages of the company is the use of reinforced acrylic for shower trays as pallets.

Other companies most often use lower-quality ABS plastic. This fact demonstrates Timo's respect for its customers.

Not everyone knows that ABS plastic can be dangerous to human health, because it can release formaldehyde during operation. Because of this, it is not recommended to use for the manufacture of pallets. Reinforced acrylic is distinguished by safety and visual appeal.

The aluminum part of the profile is made without coating with coloring materials, its design is T-shaped. Due to this, the necessary indicators of stability and rigidity of the shower stall are achieved. The design is conveniently installed on any area, including in the smallest bathroom.

Timo uses 5mm glass for its shower stalls. It compares favorably with plexiglass or plastic in its strength and simplified process of care. During operation, its original characteristics do not change. This is due to the fact that glass has impact-resistant properties due to hardening performed during the production process. It is difficult to break, and if this happens, it breaks down into fragments that exclude the possibility of injury.

The rollers for the cab chassis are made on a metal base, since the plastic counterparts are not very reliable. And yet this feature allows you to smoothly open or close without much noise: double profiles of rollers are offered to all profiles, which also highlights the products of the Finnish company.

For any booth, a single-lever mixer with a variety of useful modes of operation is offered. In the area of ​​the ceiling there is a very comfortable watering can like a tropical shower. This technology uses the power of air and creates large drops of water, and they, in turn, gently interact with human skin.

All models of showers from Timo have high-quality whirlpool system.

This applies even booths belonging to the category of economy class. For an additional fee for any product installation of a steam generator is offered, which provides maximum comfort during the shower.

The visual appeal of Timo products is also high, as design is carried out by professional and very experienced professionals. Most models are made with the rear wall of the mirror type. Forms and unique elements peculiar to the products of this brand are easily recognizable among analogues from other manufacturers.

Advantages and disadvantages

Timo showers are characterized by a number of advantages.

  • Excellent value for the proposed performance.
  • Availability of high-quality hydromassage system in almost all models.
  • The use of an acrylic tray, which for a long time provides a white-colored surface without the release of toxic chemical compounds.
  • For the manufacture of walls and doors for all models used tempered glass with shock-resistant characteristics - it is very difficult to break.
  • Pleasant for the eyes, stylish and modern design.
  • The ability to equip additional functions, such as a steam generator or radio.
  • Wide functional shower head set.
  • Clear and simple instructions for mounting any product. It clearly describes the sequence of connecting pipes for water supply and drainage.

Many customers, who have been using showers of this brand for several years, pay attention to some of the shortcomings of their products. These include:

  • insufficient tightness of doors in economy class models;
  • the need to lubricate all elements with a sealant in the process of assembling the design of the shower stall;
  • the need to clean the drain after each use of the product;
  • low quality models assembled in Russia;
  • Too high cab height.

Range

Timo manufacturing company offers about 170 items of various showers. Buyers often prefer angular or semicircular models, because they are characterized by increased ergonomics. Various sectoral versions, having a size of about 80x80 cm, are excellent for “Khrushchev” - they save space, even if it is quite sufficient.

  • We are talking about the product Timo T-1180, equipped with a hydromassage function, radio current, touch control. At the price this complete set is considered the cheapest among all analogs of the extensive range of the producer.
  • Models with a slightly larger size can be used for more or less spacious bathrooms. The Timo T-1102 package has dimensions of 120x85 cm and offers an expanded set of features. Its pallet is installed at a height of 15 cm, which facilitates the process of operation.
  • BT-549 and BY-839 models have a unique design.
  • In a separate category it is necessary to take out sets of Armo, Puro and Elta with a large glass area.
  • In the product range, you can find unusual models that offer a traditional "bath", replacing the pallet. The T-1140 package is one of this number, it was created on the basis of a 140 cm long bath. And at T-1170, the length reached 170 cm.These versions are completely covered with glass. In size, they are not suitable for all bathrooms, but still in demand.
  • Naturally, the choice of a suitable cabin is reduced to personal preferences and the size of the bathroom. People with disabilities due to age, disability, various diseases usually prefer low pallets because of the ease of use of the product. Timo offers particularly comfortable showers for this category of users. Among them are the models Nura and Helka.

Usually the process of installing a shower stall is very complicated and you have to pay a specialist for this job. However, Timo products can be installed independently and save money on it.

What is required for self-installation?

A small set of tools and materials, as well as attentiveness and a little time.

You will need to use:

  • spanners of the right size;
  • drill;
  • screwdriver;
  • level;
  • silicone based sealant;
  • siphon;
  • flexible version of the hose;
  • elbow type nozzle.

The main stages of assembly

There are a lot of them and you will have to be patient in the installation process.Consider the workflow in more detail.

  • A hole for water extraction should be provided at a short distance from the main drain. To check the flatness of the floor level is used.
  • The flexible hose is connected to the nozzle; this will require a sealant. It is necessary to wait for its complete drying.
  • Then the flexible hose is mounted with a siphon from the pallet. And this connection must be strengthened with a sealant.
  • It's time to mount the nozzle to the sewer channel with a specially provided pipe.
  • Next, go to the installation of the pallet itself. To regulate the height of the legs useful wrench. Check the horizontal position of the structure will help the construction level.
  • Now the pallet is connected to the wall, and the butt cavities are filled with a large amount of sealant.
  • The frame is checked for compatibility with the pallet. If everything is in order, then you can install a booth.
  • Going metal base cab. The bolts do not immediately tighten too much, since it is necessary to check the correctness of the arrangement of the connections of the structure. The level will help verify the vertical installation of the booth.
  • Both racks are removed, with the help of a drill holes are drilled to fix them. The joints are covered with sealant.
  • Then the racks themselves are fixed with dowels and plastic-type screws. If necessary, excess silicone is removed.
  • Side walls are installed.
  • The installation of doors.

For the most comfortable use, the company offers shower cabins with a remote control. Such models today are particularly popular. The products of this brand receives a lot of positive feedback from customers who use shower cabins of various modifications.

Most often, consumers distinguish immaculate performance of booths, their attractive appearance, ease of use, high quality and ease of care.

In the video below you can see an overview of the shower Timo TL-7790.

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