What shower cabin to choose for a bathroom - combined and corner options

Increasingly, preference is given to the shower. And even standard bathrooms in Khrushchev easily “equip” themselves with this element. How to choose a shower cabin for a bathroom? And what parameters should you pay special attention to?

Preferring a shower cabin, many believe that in this way they can save room space.

Types of showers

By design, showers are divided into open, closed and combined.

When choosing a shower for a small bathroom, certain rules should be followed.

Open models are built into the bathroom. They are prefabricated and consist of a pallet that is connected to the sewer system and two walls of glass or plexiglass. The remaining walls of the structure are the wall of the bathroom and, as a rule, are finished with ceramic tiles.

Manufacturers of modern showers offer a wide range of products that harmoniously fit into any interior.

Such showers do not have a roof, which means that the "cascading shower" function is excluded in such models. When taking a shower, you have to use a normal watering can. In general, this model will allow you to quickly take a shower without any frills. In some cases, owners of open-type showers refuse the pallet and use a monolithic base made of high-grade concrete with a non-slip tile finish. And the walls of the cab are mounted using a metal profile.

The glass screen and glossy metal mounts look very stylish.

The advantages of this model:

• low cost;
• the ability to make a booth of any size (even small size);
• simplicity of design.

disadvantages

• elements are mounted thoroughly;
• difficult repair of water and sewer units (and this is a serious problem for apartments in panel and brick houses);
• there is no way to install ozonation or a steam generator;
• increased humidity throughout the room.

The presence of transparent and reflective surfaces will help visually expand the space.

Closed showers are an autonomous design that consists of walls, a tray and a ceiling. It is these models that are equipped with a huge number of various functions and capabilities. Most often, pallets are made of acrylic, and the supporting elements and ceiling are made of metal with a special anti-corrosion coating.

The walls are made of glass or plexiglass.

Benefits:

• quick installation and connection to communication systems;
• the ability to use additional features;
• good sound insulation;
• isolation from the indoor climate.

The disadvantages, although with a big stretch, are the high price of the model. Although, in fairness, it is worth noting that, depending on the model and manufacturer, almost any shower cabin has its own strengths and weaknesses.

Undoubtedly, the size of a room and financial capabilities have a key influence on the choice of a particular model.

Combined models are a combined shower cabin with a bathtub. They are distinguished by a deep pallet with many additional features (for example, a jacuzzi or hydromassage).Walls are installed around the perimeter of the bath, and the upper part can be either open or closed, depending on the model. Such showers are impressive in size and high cost.

When choosing a combined model, you should think in advance about what accessories you would like to place in the booth.

Benefits:

• combination of bath and shower advantages in one design;
• decent range of models;
• the opportunity to opt for an open or closed type of shower.

And the disadvantages include only the high cost of such products.

Sealed hydroboxes due to their dimensions look pretty impressive.

Shower for a private house

Many still have fresh memories of the soul in the country or in a private house. More recently, such "models" were booths from improvised materials, on the roof of which there was a water barrel. These structures were placed at the end of the garden, and it was only about washing, and not about comfort or pleasant sensations.

For large-sized people, you should choose a large shower room.

It is great that all this has sunk into oblivion and today even in a private house you can place a shower cabin. To give advice on the location, in this case, a thankless task. It all depends on the area of ​​the house, on the location of the rooms, as well as on whether the toilet is combined with the bathroom or these are separate rooms. Not the last role is played by personal preferences.

The model should be selected based on the above factors.

Of course, choosing an open booth, you are guaranteed to choose the option ideal for the non-standard parameters of a private house. In this case, it is possible to arrange it taking into account the height and area of ​​your specific room.

As a rule, a shower cabin is installed in a bathroom with tiled walls.

Closed models will require more floor space and additional preparation for installation. Well, combined shower cabins are suitable for a private house only if it is a cottage of impressive size with all communications.

The presence of anti-slip coating will ensure the safety of water intake for adults and children.

Shower equipment

A modern shower is not just a device for washing, but a real gadget with many built-in functions. And it often happens that the user does not even know how large the number of these same features is. But first things first.

Transparent glossy screens are easy to clean, transmit light well and look aesthetically pleasing.

Hydromassage

Water flows are fed into the booth through special nozzles, which are located on a separate panel. The more such nozzles, the more intense the hydromassage will be. Nozzles can be movable, which will make the water jet adjustable.

This feature is considered the most popular.

There is also an air massage function when air is supplied with a stream of water simultaneously under pressure. The jets fill with bubbles and give a very pleasant effect.

Finally, a combined option is available - air massage + hydromassage. Nozzles for air and water are located at different levels of the cabin, and it is possible to massage different parts of the body.

Such massage relieves fatigue, normalizes blood circulation and gives a tonic effect for the skin.

Moreover, the force of the water pressure at different levels is different. So, for the lower back, a stronger pressure was chosen, and for the neck or calf muscles - more sparing.

Steam generator

This feature is ideal for those who like it hotter. Thanks to it, steam of different temperatures is supported inside the cabin. In other words, even if you are not a fan of the classic steam room in the bath, just choose the right temperature and enjoy the process! And with a maximum degree of heating, the cabin will provide you with the effect of a real Turkish bath.

It is not surprising that in the presence of such a function, the cost of models increases.

It is better if the walls of such a booth are made of glass. Since at high temperature the plastic will begin to emit harmful substances and the positive effect of such a shower will be hopelessly spoiled. In addition, in such cabins there is a place for seating. Firstly, it allows you to choose a comfortable level, and secondly, when heated, the steam rises, which means that it can be unsafe to be in an upright position.

Their diversity makes it possible to choose the best option for each particular room.

In booths with a steam generator, a special ventilation system is necessarily installed, thanks to which air circulation and the removal of exhaust steam are ensured. And while taking "steam baths" the cabin closes tightly, otherwise the desired effect cannot be achieved.

Interestingly, this function does not require large model sizes. The standard is ideal - a wall of 90 cm.

In this case, with minimal energy consumption, you can get the maximum result.

By the way, the option with a steam generator is an order of magnitude higher, however, the device can be purchased separately and installed independently. This will save a lot of money.

Chromotherapy

This is a kind of color therapy. It is proved that colors affect the physical and emotional well-being of a person in different ways. Thanks to this effect, not only blood circulation is normalized, but even inflammatory processes are stopped.

Not to mention the fact that chromotherapy is a great way to relax after a difficult working day.

Tropical rain

Another interesting option for fans of everything new and interesting. At first glance, this is a watering can from which water flows. But this detail guarantees a massage effect and a lot of positive emotions. The name speaks for itself, at the time of using this unusual watering can, it seems that you fell under heavy rain in the tropics.

Streams cover the entire space and “massage” the body with large, heavy drops.

Very often this function is “combined” with chromotherapy and “at the exit” double pleasure is obtained.

Aromatherapy

Not a new, but beloved by many, the possibility of showers. As you know, most people react in a special way to different odors.

Plants have the property of calming, or, conversely, invigorating.

In models with the function of aromatherapy, there is a special container in which a balm or oil is poured. When heated, the liquid begins to evaporate, and the fragrance, along with steam and water, enters the cabin.

Perhaps, prices will seem enormous to some, although today a lot of affordable models have appeared.

Shower and sauna - two in one

What progress has come to! Such a cabin consists of two “rooms”: one is a shower cabin, and the second is a sauna trimmed with natural wood. Some sauna models even have an infrared emitter that can warm the body and normalize blood circulation.

This is especially necessary for those for whom, for health reasons, baths and saunas are prohibited.

In general, a shower cabin is a fashionable and functional invention.

The user selects a model that is suitable not only in terms of capabilities, but also in price. Believe me, any bathroom will be completely different thanks to the installation of a shower.

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