Showers with a roof: a description of the types and rules of choice

Shower procedures are considered an integral part of a person’s life, therefore the presence of a convenient and multifunctional shower is not a delight, but a necessity. The use of a shower cabin has become the most convenient in small rooms, in the combined bathroom, which made it possible to save useful space. To buy a shower for yourself, you need to navigate in the varieties and features of the functions of open and closed options for booths with a roof.

The shower cabin became a real way out of the situation when the bathroom has such a small size that nothing is placed in it, except for the bath. Thanks to modern plumbing and new home technologies, you can place a booth, washing machine, washstand and, if possible, a place to store things in a small space.

A shower with a roof differs from the open version in several ways.

• Configuration and size - this product can have a different shape, be round, semicircular, square, rectangular, angular. Open structures are often represented by semicircular, square or rectangular. The dimensions of the booth are directly dependent on how big the pallet is installed in it, the sides of which can have dimensions 70x70, 80x80, 90x90, 100x100 cm or different in length - 120x80 cm.
• Product Height - open structures can be made lower than closed ones, because there is no need to fit them to a person’s height or ceiling height. Closed ones are selected according to the dimensions of the room, so that the upper part adjoins the ceiling.
• Case and door material - each cab option may differ in manufacturing material. Closed structures must be more durable to support the weight of the roof, open - can be made from thinner and lighter materials.

Closed booths have acrylic or steel pallets, but sometimes you can find cast-iron or earthenware options. The base of the structure and the ceiling are made of metal coated with an anti-corrosion compound, and the walls are made of transparent or translucent plexiglass.

To decide whether to buy a closed shower, you need to evaluate its advantages and disadvantages. To begin, consider the positive aspects.

• Ease of installation and the ability to move the cab when moving. Communications in this version are connected quickly, as they are part of the cab.
• The presence of a large number of functions.
• A wide range of models.
• Good soundproof qualities.
• Inside the cabin creates its own microclimate, regardless of external factors.

By cons include:

• flaws present in some models, especially unknown manufacturers, with low cost;
• the main disadvantage of enclosed booths is their high cost, because not everyone can afford to buy a high-quality version with a large number of functions.

When choosing a closed shower, it is necessary to familiarize yourself with its species diversity, functions and characteristics that will help to stay on the desired option. In addition to the closed and open types, there are also combined designs where the closed box can be connected to the bathroom.

A closed cabin is a box that is completely autonomous from the bathroom and does not border its walls. The types of shower boxes have differences in a number of indicators.

• Number of functions - simple or multifunctional. A shower cabin is considered multifunctional if it has, in addition to a shower, from one to several options.
• Configuration - the shower box can be round, semicircular, square, rectangular, angular. A shower can be of the most diverse form, the choice of a suitable option will depend on how much space is available for new plumbing.
• Height and material of the pallet. Any version of the booth can have a low, medium and deep sump; an open version can be made without a sump by constructing a water drain system.

Choosing a shower stall, it is necessary to navigate in its size, taking into account the dimensions of the tray and the height of the entire structure. In a closed cabin with a roof, the pallet can have various sizes:

• 80x80 cm - the smallest, suitable for a combined bathroom;
• 90x90 cm - the best option for a medium-sized room, a deep tray will make it possible to use it in the form of containers for washing or bathing pets;
• 100x100 cm - a large pallet, with a depth of more than 30 cm, allows people with any size to swim comfortably, you can bathe children, arranging a fun and interesting bath procedure.

For older people who cannot climb over the side of the bathtub or high pallet, the smallest depth will be optimal. The lowest pallets have a height of 1-4 cm, products from 4 to 7 cm are considered low, medium ones have a height of 10 to 20 cm, closer to high are options with a side height of 25-35 cm, high pallets with a height of 45 to 70 cm

As soon as the issue with the dimensions of the tray is resolved, you need to proceed to determine the height of the future shower. Depending on the type of construction, these values ​​may vary. If the cabin is open, the height of its walls should be up to 2 meters to ensure normal air exchange and microclimate inside the cabin.

Closed booths do not do 200 cm high, there are two sizes: 210 cm for apartments with low ceilings and 240 cm for rooms 3 meters high.

When purchasing plumbing, it is worth paying attention to the manufacturer, his experience, fame and pricing. If you want to buy a domestic product, then worthy brands are:

• 1MarKa;
• Alavann;
• Aqualife
• Bach;
• Eurolux;
• Finn.

The products of these companies are of good quality and affordable prices, which makes them popular among a large mass of customers. The average price of a shower cabin ranges from 30-40 thousand rubles.

For those who prefer German quality, you can choose a booth of manufacturers such as:

• Edelform;
• Sturm;
• Wasserfalle;
• Westerhof.

If you want to buy quality goods for adequate money, it is best to pay attention to Italian showers. The most famous companies are:

• Primo;
• Valencia;
• Sturm;
• Axa.

Finnish products also differ in approximately the same characteristics. The most common brands will be:

• Master finn;
• Novitek;
• Oras;
• Timo.

The pricing policy of this technique is quite flexible, taking into account the number of functions and design features of showers. The cost of goods will vary from 40 to 100 thousand rubles.

It is worth mentioning the products from China, which every year more and more on the market. It is very important to find a quality product that will last as long as possible and will delight you with your work. The most famous Chinese firms are:

• Avanta;
• Ammari;
• Baraka;
• Goldman.

Before you buy any product, it is worth evaluating its analogues from other manufacturers, identify the advantages and disadvantages of each option, find the product you like on the Internet and read reviews about it - only after that you can make an informed decision and buy a shower.

Choosing a closed shower with a roof for your needs, you need to navigate in the main factors, which will make it possible not to make a mistake with the purchase.

• When choosing a shower stall, you need to look for a product whose functionality is fully consistent with the needs of the family. For those who want to just take a shower and nothing more, there is no need to buy a booth with a whole range of auxiliary functions, and vice versa.

• In addition to the internal set of functions, it is worth paying special attention to the dimensions of future plumbing. New plumbing needs to be chosen so that it fits into the room, is convenient to use. In addition, there should be free space in the bathroom for other appliances and household items.

• Those who want to take a bath and shower, it is better to opt for a combined design in which both of these methods can be combined.

• Choosing a booth, you should think about all family members. If plumbing is designed for use by people of advanced age, then the pan should be as small as possible for easy access inside. If there are small children in the apartment, a much more practical solution will be to buy a cabin with a deep tray, which can be used instead of a bath, which will allow you to get by with a cabin without having to buy a baby bath separately.

• To ensure comfortable water procedures, an important factor will be the pressure of the water, which is not always the case on the upper floors of high-rise buildings. In order not to be disappointed in the operation of the shower, you need to check what is the minimum water pressure in the apartment - if it is more than 1.5 bar, then there will be no problems with the use of plumbing.

• Selecting a trusted manufacturer, other options worth considering, consult with experts and choose the model that suits the number of functions, design, quality of materials, as well as cost. There is no point in overpaying for a product if there is a similar product, but in a more affordable price range.

Buying a shower stall is an important event that takes place over several years, and maybe decades, because the issue of choosing a model, size, shape, materials and companies should be taken responsibly.

The following video presents a review of the shower cabin with a Niagara NG-2308 roof.