Increasingly, shower cabins act as a full-fledged alternative to the bathroom. Advantages of shower cabins are obvious - they occupy much less space( which is especially important today given the cost of housing), inexpensive and durable. Buy a shower today you can almost in any furniture store, and how to properly install it, you'll learn in this article.
Types and types of shower cabins
A modern shower enclosure is not just one of the elements of the bathroom, but also a real work of art, science and technology. Many manufacturers offer a wide range of cabins for every taste and prosperity, and the cabins are not only equipped with a shower and hydromassage, but also a steam generator, a music player and even a telephone.
There are two main types of what are called shower cabins - shower cabins and shower corners .Shower cabins are different in that, by their design, they are the cabs, surrounded on all sides by panel walls. The shower corners are installed in a corner of the room and thus use walls instead of one or two side panels in their construction.
Read more in our article on how to choose a shower cabin.
Principal device
As for the principle device of modern types of shower cabins, it is common to distinguish:
1. Prefabricated shower cabins. This type of car is assembled by the buyer or installer manually on site. On the one hand, it gives the customer some freedom, but on the other hand, their assembly requires effort.
2. Monoblock shower enclosures. They are manufactured and assembled directly at the factory, and the customer only needs to mount and connect them to the network communications.
Checking the configuration of the
Assembly of even the simplest shower enclosure is not the easiest occupation for a layman, therefore, first of all, you have to be 100% sure that all the necessary tools and components for assembly are available.
When choosing a shower in the store, special attention should be paid to the quality of the product and the attached parts. Ask the retailer to check if all the necessary parts are in place at , and, if necessary, ask for a shower replacement or buy some items in the same store.
Especially carefully it is necessary to check the safety of the windows and the availability of assembly instructions for , as modern models are often collected without instructions rather difficult.
Required tools and materials
No special tool is required to assemble the shower enclosure, however be prepared for the fact that you will need skilled hands for , up to 2 hours of free time, and :
- Tubing and locks
- Screwdriver anddrill with a set of drills
- Hacksaw and sharp knife
- Fittings, pipes, hoses and siphon for sewerage
- Level, tape measure and marker
- Sealant and insulation tape
Depending on the model of the cabin, the tool kit can be insignificantabout change.
Step-by-step instruction
Given that a huge number of models of shower cabins generates a large number of nuances in the assembly, in this article we offer a step-by-step instruction based on the basic general rules and principles, typical for most modern shower cabins.
Preparatory stage
First of all, it is necessary to prepare the floor, as the installation of the shower enclosure is possible only on a flat surface. If there is an opportunity to make a waterproofing of the floor better - this will make it possible to protect the apartment or the house from the leakage of water in the future.
Before installing the shower enclosure, you must carefully unpack the parts, as some of them are made of glass and can be damaged by inaccurate handling. Most often, a special instruction for the use of the product and its assembly is attached to each set, which can vary dramatically depending on the model.
Pallet
The pallet is the base of any shower enclosure and serves to collect water. Depending on the model of the shower cubicle, it can be assembled completely or only partially. As a rule, a crosspiece made of metal is attached to the bottom of the pallet, to which the legs will be attached.
To ensure that the shower cabin is level and not swayed, all its legs must be screwed in the same plane and measured by a level.
After installing all legs on the structure, the pan is installed in a corner, after which the siphon is connected to a common sewage system and the outlet is left above the floor. Between the pallet and the walls there should be no gaps, and for greater strength the joint between the cabin tray and the wall is treated with silicone adhesive.
Walls
After the installation of the pallet, you can move to the next step of the assembly process, but do not forget about the important rule - first you need to collect the walls and ceiling of the shower, and only after that the doors of the .
Mounting work on the installation of the shower enclosure walls may differ depending on the model chosen. But, most often, the walls are fixed with special bolts. However, there are other types of anchorages. If the connecting bolts do not look reliable, it is better to purchase additional ones.
The type and availability of fasteners must be checked at the store before purchase.
Roof
When buying a shower cubicle, you must bear in mind that the distance margin between its roof and the ceiling of the room must be at least 25 centimeters .
The shower head is fixed with screws and screws, it is recommended to pay special attention to the tightness of the roof fitting to the cab panels.
Doors
The installation of doors for any shower enclosure is carried out at the final stage, when all the main work is already completed. First, you need to install rollers in the upper and lower part of the structure, where the doors will be fastened.
In addition to the rollers for the correct operation of the doors, it is necessary to install seals and a magnetic tape that is needed for the tight closing of two
doors. Accessories
After the doors have been completed, it is possible to attach handles that, depending on the shower model, are fixed in a specially designed placeon the doors.
After you have installed the handles, check that the assembly is correct. To do this, open and close the doors several times.
Drainage system
Now it is necessary to take care of the hoses intended for water drainage. As experience shows, complete with a shower cabin can be attached not very high-quality hoses , and if you do not find threads on them, is better to buy new ones that will be more reliable .
Water supply
In order to ensure continuous water supply in the shower cubicle, it is necessary to install a tee for hot and cold water.
The connection to the water supply system of a modern shower enclosure must be made only according to the instructions!
Power supply
Depending on the chosen shower enclosure model, you may need a separate outlet, so it is worthwhile to think about its installation in advance. It is best if it is a special outlet intended for use in rooms with a humidity above normal.
Locate the socket in such a way that there is no tension in the electrical wires.
The best place for the outlet will be the placement on the side or rear, if the shower enclosure has rear walls that will protect against water ingress.
Final stage
When the shower enclosure is completed, all joints between the cabin and the pallet should be treated with silicone sealant in order to avoid water leakage during operation. After the sealants have dried, turn on the water to check their reliability. If there is still water leaking, the joints must be re-treated with an insulating compound.
What to do if there is no right angle
It happens that the geometry of the room is not ideal, there is no right angle and the pallet can not fit snugly against the walls. This problem can easily be solved with the help of a grinder - at the level of the pallet it is necessary to prune the tile. This will help achieve a more snug fit.
The main thing, , before you start cutting off excess centimeters of tiles, you need to make exact measurements of .
In places where the pallet touches the wall, a layer of silicone should be applied.
Installing a self-made pallet
In some cases it is not possible to use a regular pallet( for example, the design of the room does not allow).This is not an insurmountable obstacle, because a pallet of suitable form and design can be made independently. The most popular are pallets made of stone and concrete.
Installation of a self-made pallet is almost identical to the installation of a typical one, however in this case special attention should be paid to the leveling of the cabin walls, as well as additional sealing of the connection points of the cabin and the pallet.
Low pallet installation
Depending on the configuration of the product, the installation process for a shower enclosure with a low pallet may be different, but the main steps that were mentioned in this article will help you assemble the shower enclosure quickly and reliably.
