Hansgrohe shower systems: features and types

When choosing shower systems, you need to pay attention primarily to the products of leading companies. They surely include Hansgrohe. But still, consumers need to know what is typical for them, and how to choose such devices correctly, what are their key features and types.

The Hansgrohe brand was founded in 1901. It is based in Germany. The name of the brand comes from the full name of its creator. Then he went on a radical experiment, which was not appreciated by others. Moreover, even the family and ancestors of Hans Grohe were extremely naughty about his departure from the usual tailoring craft. And yet, their expectations did not materialize - in just 5 years, the enterprise reached its full design capacity, and orders even came from Prague.

But even after the death of the founder and even his sons, Hansgrohe continued to develop successfully. She applied more and more advanced developments in her products. Suffice it to say that in the mid-1930s, the company introduced a siphon with remote control on the market. To make it more clear, the same level of innovation today would be an increase in battery capacity by 50-100 times. In 1968, another original development was introduced - a watering can with the option of adjusting the pressure.

In 1989, a cabin combining the functions of a shower and a sauna entered the market; it was also controlled by a remote control, allowing you to listen to music and use the aromatherapy option. In 2003, a huge "waterfall" watering can appears, which gives real pleasure when taking a shower. The system is also very economical.

The main advantages of the plumbing of the German brand are associated with 3 promising technologies:

• Airpower (water enrichment with oxygen, exactly reproducing the optimal natural proportions);
• EcoSmart (reduction of water consumption by 60% while maintaining a consistently powerful pressure);
• Select (using a special button directly on the watering can to switch modes).

It is also worth mentioning about:

• variety of model range;
• outward appeal;
• reliability of created designs;
• the only obvious drawback is the likelihood of leaks in a few years (only with careless handling).

The description of Hansgrohe shower faucets, despite all their innovations, differs little from the description of similar devices from other manufacturers. Just because it’s almost impossible to come up with something completely new in this regard. The most modern design is with a photocell. A special sensor recognizes the situation when you need to turn on the water, and if necessary, he himself will turn it off. Rather, it will command the mechanical components responsible for shutting off the crane.

Otherwise, a valve mixer is arranged. The scope of supply includes:

• outer casing;
• spout (the same hose);
• a valve or several valves (allowing you to open and close the water manually);
• crane boxes designed to regulate the flow rate.

An increasingly popular option is the lever type mixer. There is such a set of components:

• housing;
• spout (aka gander);
• cartridge ball type or based on ceramic plates;
• a handle that controls the pressure of water and its temperature;
• a nut that helps hold the cartridge inside the outer case;
• a lid of this housing that fixes all components at once and helps to improve the appearance of the mixer.

But the variety of Hansgrohe products is not limited to different types of mixers. This company is actively promoting shower systems, among which are:

• classic hand showers;
• apparatus with a top stationary watering can;
• complexes with lateral water supply;
• sets of individual shower components;
• modern shower panels.

Quite often use shower racks. They are placed on a wall, in a corner or in the center, depending on specific requirements. Shower racks are also mounted on the floor, on the wall, inside the wall or in the ceiling. Watering can be stationary or not. Corner shower used mainly for small bathrooms.

Central type of racks it is demanded mainly for large rooms. They can be placed both exactly in the center of the wall, and with a slight shift to the left (right). Shower blocks in this embodiment are placed separately and are not equipped with trays.

In the vast majority of cases, wall mounted shower systems are used. They can be applied:

• in the shower;
• in the shower box;
• in an open shower.

Built-in shower systems are very popular. They are suitable even in small rooms where it is not possible to place full-scale plumbing. Some descriptions mention another name - the system of flush mounting. Such systems have been in demand for about 50 years. A typical recessed shower system contains:

• hose;
• mixer;
• watering can.

The device of the nozzles of the watering can determines whether a large or diffused stream will flow from it. All components except the three named above are hidden inside. Masking plumbing distributions and other details can significantly improve the appearance of the room. Besides, hidden parts are better protected from damage. And saving space is very important.

The hidden shower system can be used regardless of the specific design. However, it is very difficult:

• adjustment;
• repairs;
• even banal cleaning of masked parts.

Models of shower systems with spout are most often used in bathtubs. But in showers, a spout is simply not required. Moreover, it is extremely inconvenient and impractical. Most often, systems with a top spout are used. This option is highly appreciated by city residents and owners of elite suburban housing.

The advantages of this choice are:

• small size;
• practicality;
• ease of switching modes;
• a wide variety of design options;
• an abundance of trim levels.

Almost all decent shower systems equipped with a thermostat. Thanks to it, it is possible to prevent a situation when very cold or too hot water is suddenly pouring. Thermostats can be built into mixers or located on the surface. In any case, the device is able to respond to changes in the pressure of the water stream and compensate for it before people notice something.

You will have to pay for a shower system with a thermostat. However, for bathing young children there is simply no other option. After all, the temperature difference, which only irritates adults, can harm the health of babies.

Shower system Raindance E Showerpipe 360 ​​1jet It has a special thermostat and is ideally suited for a regular bath. The surface of this model is painted “chrome”. Options include:

• overhead and hand showers;
• barbell;
• holder.

The maximum permissible minute flow rate of water is 20 liters. The angle of water supply from the overhead shower is adjustable. Dimensions of a shower disk - 0.36x0.19 m.

Other indicators are as follows:

• RainAir standard jet can consume 17 liters of water per minute;
• shower holder length 0.38 m;
• 40 degree limit;
• connecting thread ½;
• system control by torsion of the handle.

Alternative - Croma Select S Showerpipe 280 1jet EcoSmart. This shower system is equipped with a thermostat and can consume 9 liters of water per minute. The size of the shower head is 9.28 m. The length of the holder is 0.4 m. This holder has a swivel design.

Crometta E 240 1jet Showerpipe shower system with single lever mixer. The angle of inclination can be changed up to 45 degrees. The size of the shower head is 0.24x0.24 m. At a pressure of 3 bar, the water flow reaches 13 liters, and when you select the Rain jet, it increases to 15 liters per minute. Other parameters:

• working pressure from 0.18 to 1 MPa;
• external installation;
• ceramic mixer;
• holder length 0.35 m;
• connection DN15 $;
• center distance from 0.138 to 0.162 m;
• the possibility of shortening the lifting pipe in height.

Raindance E Showerpipe 300 1jet EcoSmart Complete with ShowerTablet 350. The surface of this product is painted in chrome color. The adjustment of the hand shower holder is within 90 degrees. It can be turned right and left, twisted up and down. With a pressure of 3 bar, the water consumption is 9 liters.

Technical specifications:

• the inability to use simultaneously by two people;
• the size of the shower disk 0.3x0.3 m;
• coating the shelf with anodized aluminum;
• shower holder length 0.405 m;
• cutting off the flow of water at 40 degrees;
• shower bar 1 m;
• center distance from 0.138 to 0.162 m.

This photo shows the shower system. Hansgrohe Rainmaker Select 460 with shelf. Against the background of a light wall, the design looks very good. Green grassy decor only adds to the appeal. The use of strictly light colors in the interior looks quite justified. Several decorative elements were skillfully used.

The Hansgrohe Select 1576800 faucet with faucet feels great against a dark gray wall. Chrome metal immediately attracts attention.This built-in shower system with a top spout therefore becomes a design center. Laconic and thoughtful design perfectly performs all its functions.

Hansgrohe Raindance Select S 27648400 - a chic shower set. Its strict, concise lines fit perfectly into any simple design. Shelf, spout, hose look nice against the background of a light gray wall. Even the mirror in this composition has its rightful place. Thanks to the spectacular incidence of light, the jet of water seems much more interesting than usual.

The Hansgrohe Rainmaker Select 460 3jet Showerpipe is shown in the video below.