Washbasins "Moidodyr": description and specifications
It is not always possible to combine outdoor recreation with comfort and the possibility of proper hygiene. But spending the weekend on a country site, you can significantly improve conditions without any special material costs.
Washbasin simple design, which with a light hand Korney Chukovsky called "Moidodyr", allows you to wash your hands after working on the site, refresh your face, wash the dishes. Many people associate this model with children's memories: spending their summer holidays in the countryside, the children washed their hands on the street. The water in these simple devices was slightly heated during the day in the sun.
Improved washstands and now enjoy deserved popularity.Manufacturers equip them with water heaters and offer samples with different decorative finishes.
Benefits
The standard set of washbasin "Moidodyr" includes a bedside table, a water tank and a sink. Sometimes a broiler is added to this set. Some models for convenience are equipped with a hook for a towel, a soap box, a mirror, a container for brushes and toothpaste.
We list the advantages of the summer washstand.
You can put the design in the room and on the street. Products without electric heating will be standing during the whole warm season in the open air, but they should “winter” in the back room. As for models with a heating device, you need to put them in a room or under a reliable canopy.
It is possible to transport in a passenger car a pedestal separately from the shell and tank, as well as the entire kit in its assembled condition.
It is convenient to put a washstand in the summer kitchen, in the garage, next to the greenhouse, in order to quickly wash the dirty hands.
Craftsmen arrange automatic supply of water to the tank, as well as drain.
The design, even equipped with a water heater, weighs quite a bit - up to 12 kg.
Materials
The cabinet can be made of plastic or steel.Plastic is easier and more convenient to transport, but it can crack and become unusable. The steel bollard is much stronger, it is less susceptible to deformation and the formation of scratches.
For washing use either stainless steel or durable plastic. The tank in which water is poured can be made of galvanized steel or plastic. The first option is more reliable, but more expensive.
The lineup
Ideas about the level of comfort are different. Manufacturers take into account the interests of those who spend the whole summer outside the city, and those who from time to time come to the barbecue at their country site. For the first category of people need a source of water with electric heating, because washing dishes in cold water is inefficient and unpleasant. And for the second category, the presence of a water heater is not critical. Also, models differ in finish. More aesthetic models are more expensive.
Kits without heating:
Cupboard | Colors: beige, blue, white, silver, copper |
Storage tank | Plastic or steel capacity of 10, 15, 20 or 30 liters |
Sink | Steel or plastic, round, square, rectangular |
Electrically heated kits:
Cupboard | Colors: beige, blue, white, silver, copper |
Storage tank | Plastic or steel capacity of 10, 15, 20 or 30 liters |
Sink | Steel or plastic, round, square, rectangular |
Water heater | Electric element with a capacity of not less than 1.25 kW with the ability to regulate the degree of heating of water, as well as automatically turn off when the desired temperature is reached. |
The model “Fairy” with a metal pedestal is equipped with a cistern with a volume of 15 liters and a water heater. Sink is made of high quality durable plastic. According to consumer reviews, this model achieves water heating up to 65 ° C. The manufacturer has a warranty of 2 years. Important characteristics of the sink are the power of the heating element and the thermostat.
A good model allows you to wash or wash the dishes quickly enough - 10 minutes after switching on. Temperature controller helps to use electricity efficiently.
In addition to standard options, models with a special decorative effect are also on the market. Curbstones are covered with chipboard with a moisture-resistant film. The drawing of the film imitates wood, natural stone, marble. You can choose a set that matches the style of the country kitchen.
In addition to the simplest washbasin for country sites, manufacturers produce sets for modern bathrooms with the same name. Of course, there is little in common between them. "Moidodyr" for the bathroom is a set of several elements: bedside tables under the sink, cabinet or a set of cabinets in the form of a pencil case, as well as a mirror.
The curbstone can be mounted, stand on legs or fully rely on the floor. Cabinets are also available in different versions. You can choose a system of these elements based on their needs and the size of the bathroom.
Safety regulations
"Moidodyr" with a heating element connected to the mains. It is necessary to follow safety rules to avoid fire and electric shock. If the device is on the street, you need to equip it with a reliable canopy, and carefully insulate the wire.
With long use, especially in terrain conditions with hard water, scaling forms on the heating element. It is recommended to replace it once a year.
It is impossible to turn on “Moidodyr” if the tank is empty, as well as in the case of low water level. To the owner could follow the level, the tanks are made translucent.It is important to ensure that the water does not freeze in the tanks.
Usage tips
The design of the summer washstand, of course, is extremely simple, but still should be followed by practical advice when using it.
When there are no conditions for automatic water supply, it is better to buy a model with a large tank so that you do not have to fill it too often.
If the washstand is used in the house, it is better to spend time and organize the release of dirty water into the ditch, and not into the bucket. In this case there will be no risk of a flood from a filled waste bin.
At the end of the summer season you should drain the water from the tank, wipe it dry and wrap the construction with a protective film.
Kits with chipboard trim should be stored in a dry and heated room in winter, otherwise under the influence of frost they can be deformed and lose their aesthetic appearance.
Careful handling of the Moidodyr sink is the key to its excellent service in country conditions!
How to choose?
Furniture sets are made of chipboard, MDF, plastic (low cost options), as well as natural wood, with a table top made of natural stone (luxury options for bathrooms).
Separately, it is worth noting furniture made in Italy. Italy is a recognized leader in design. They produce both classic models of wood and expensive accessories with gold leaf, and sets in the modern style.
Conveniently, if the bedside table under the sink is spacious enough and you can store towels, household chemicals, sponges for washing and other accessories in it. The mirror, if it exists, can be illuminated, a shelf for toothbrushes and soap, and a beautiful frame.
Cabinets should be used as efficiently as possible, therefore they should have hooks for bathrobes, retractable shelves, and various compartments.
If you are at a loss with a choice of furniture for a bathroom, address to the interior designer. He will make an ideal plan and offer, for example, to buy a corner kit so that the place in the corner is not wasted.
The bathroom is a place not only for hygienic purposes, but also for relaxation and beauty rituals. So do not regret the time to choose the perfect option!
To learn how to make a sink Moidodyr, see the following video.