Shower Cabinet Structure

enclosed or open, glass or plastic, built-in or even hydrobox - showers appeared not so long ago, but they became firmly established in bathrooms of millions of people. Practical, functional and aesthetic - the reasons for their popularity are easy to explain. Choosing a cabin for your bathroom, everyone will surely find an acceptable option for their taste and pocket, which will fit harmoniously into the interior of the room. It's important to remember - to choose a shower cabin is a matter of fact, it's also important to install it correctly and, if necessary, to repair it, for which you need to know the structure of the shower cabins.

When choosing a place for your cabin, it depends on whether you prefer a closed model or an open one. If you want to place it in a corner, then opt for an open version. In this case, however, make sure that the walls are fully tiled, which will protect them from contact with water. If the open-type models consist only of the tray, shower head and doors, the shower cabins of the closed type, or as they are called, cabins, monoblocks, in addition are equipped with side walls, a roof and a shower panel. In closed models, very well maintained the desired temperature.

Showers can also be built-in. This model is installed in a recess in the wall, as it provides only internal panels. Closes the shower cabin of this type of sliding, transparent door.

Another interesting option that is loved by many people is the hydrobox. This is a shower cabin, combined with a bathtub, and it means that the functions of such a device are also much more. The more expensive the model, the wider its capabilities are: it is hydro and aero massage, all sorts of lighting, function "tropical rain", built-in radio, telephone and TV, and much more. If the hydrobox is equipped with a steam generator, then you will also have your own home sauna.

Tray - the lower part of the shower, where water is collected and then drained from. Trays come in many shapes and forms, and everyone chooses what best suits their needs.

First, they differ in shape. According to this criterion, there are four types of trays:

• semicircular;
• square;
• rectangular;
• pentagonal.

Second, pallets are made of a variety of materials:

• Acrylic. The most common. Very popular due to the ease of care. The disadvantages should include the fact that the surface of acrylic is very easily damaged. In justification, it is worth noting that scratches are not difficult to fix. Such trays are very light, but at the same time durable.
• Ceramic. Also a very common material for trays. However, they are very cold, so you have to warm them up with hot water before you get in the shower. But in general, they are durable and easy to care for.
• Earthenware. The main advantage of these trays is that they can withstand a large weight.
• Cast iron . The most durable and reliable, but because of this and quite expensive.
• Steel. If the tray is made of enamelled steel, it will heat up quickly. The most important thing when choosing this tray is its thickness, because the thinner it is, the louder streams of water hit its surface, creating sometimes quite a lot of noise.

Thirdly, trays can be self-supporting or those that are installed in the floor.

Fourth, trays vary in height. The higher the tray, the more convenient it is to wash and bathe children, pets. Basically, trays come in three to ten centimeters high, but their level is raised by installing a drain.

However, the shower cabin can do without a tray, in which case the walls of the shower starts from the floor. It is desirable then the bottom of the cabin to make a slight slope towards the drain, and the floor must be waterproofed, so as not to flood the neighbors from below. In general, if you settled on the option of the drain into the floor, then the task of installing a shower enclosure is better to trust these professionals. After all, remake expensive repairs as a result of water leaks or eliminate the consequences of short circuits - not a pleasure.

Fences for shower cabins can be divided into several types:

• Frame fences. They are made of plastic, glass or aluminum.
• Frameless. Made of durable glass. They are a pleasure to choose from: all sorts of colors, patterns and levels of transparency.
• Shower curtains. Often made of polystyrene, a material whose disadvantage is that over time it can become cloudy and lose its original appearance. This is not surprising, since it is considered one of the most inexpensive. Also, curtains for the cabin are made of durable glass, which is impossible to break. It can be transparent or tinted, decorated with different patterns or drawings, smooth or with a relief surface.
• Shower doors. They can be hinged, that is open both inside and outside, the main thing is to have a place for it. Also roller, which are very compact. Some models can be assembled in an accordion shape.
• Shower walls. For durability it is necessary to choose the most durable and reliable. There are walls made of plastic, tempered glass, tiled or made of stone. There are also unusual walls, made of wood and coated with a special agent that protects against moisture.

Most often the frame for the shower cabin is made of aluminum. It became so popular because of its durability and external aesthetics. And reliability of the frame is very important because then other elements are attached to it: the walls, doors, roof and shower tray.

As for the roof, it is provided only for showers of closed type. Choose it according to the size and shape of the model. Thanks to the self-tapping acrylic roof without problems attached to the frame of the cabin.

Well, do not forget about other useful in the shower case little things. And if the expensive models are already provided for maximum comfort, the cheaper cabins are worth buying interior parts such as: mirrors, lighting, hangers, seats, shelves and more. Do not forget about the ventilation system and the exhaust, so that you are comfortable in the cabin and not stuffy. This is especially important for the elderly, who may have heart problems if there is not enough air. For maximum comfort, many people install a MP3 player and phone.

Assemble your own shower enclosure is not difficult, the main thing is to follow the instructions. If you dared to take this bold step, then you need to know the order of the day. The most important thing is to place the cabin close to the drain.

We start from the bottom. Adjust the tray at the right angle and connect it to the drain. The tray can be on legs, bricks or cement screed.

Next, using bolts, firmly install the side walls, using gaskets. Using self-tapping screws, attach the shower panel. Then the frame is attached to the tray.

Fasten the back walls of the shower enclosure to the walls of the bathroom. The final step is to install the roof with bolts. Finally, we put the doors in place and your cabin is ready for use. This whole process is best done in an open space, so that there are no difficulties in the work.