Faucets with shower on board the bath: features and types

Recently, thanks to the development of new technologies, many new products appear not only in the technical field, but also in other areas. For example, in the field of plumbing, a mixer mounted in the side of a bath is gaining more and more popularity.

In this article, we consider the features of devices for mixing water, their main advantages and disadvantages. We hope this helps you choose the right faucet in your bathroom.

In order for the bathroom not only to look aesthetically pleasing, but also to be practical, you need to correctly place equipment in it. For these purposes, you can use a faucet with a shower on board the bath. It not only looks great, but also significantly saves space if the room is small.

Mortise cranes have a number of differences from conventional wall cranes.

The first feature is that the mixer is not a single unit, but consists of several parts, each of which is responsible for a separate function.

The second difference between standard and mortise models is This is a mounting method.

Hidden models have many advantages over conventional models.

1. Reliability and long service life due to the use of the most durable materials for the production of this type of product.
2. They allow you to draw water into the bath quickly and without dropping drops throughout the room, because the flow is directed not to the bottom of the tank, but to the board.
3. A large selection of shapes and sizes will allow you to choose a device for every taste and financial capabilities.
4. Installing the unit behind the bath allows you to hide the hose connecting the watering can and the device itself. It looks very aesthetically pleasing.
5. This design is easy and convenient to operate.

However, these excellent instruments have several drawbacks.

1. A hose that may deteriorate after a while. He can hide behind the tank and get out of there as needed. These manipulations affect the safety of this part of the sanitary ware. It is necessary to monitor the condition of the hose in order to replace it in time if necessary.
2. Pretty high price. The cost of these models is 2 times, and sometimes more, higher than standard.
3. If suddenly the mixer fails, then it will be very difficult to repair it, since it is hidden behind the bathroom. It is necessary to provide access to the device in advance, when installing using materials of only the highest quality.

Manufacturers produce 3 types of mixers for installation on board the bath. Let's consider each of them.

• Dual valve faucet. This is a fairly simple and inexpensive design. It consists of two cranes connected together in a single unit. Their main purpose is to regulate the temperature and pressure of the water. Although they have an affordable price, they require regular replacement of gaskets on the crane box.
• Single Lever. Management is via a joystick (lever) of special polymer spheres that are bonded to each other and are responsible for the strength of the water flow and its temperature. The convenience of this type is the ability to control with one hand.
• Faucet with thermostat. The design of this device has a special temperature controller. It guarantees the operation of this unit and consists of a bimetallic plate, which, due to different temperatures of the water, is compressed or expanded, regulating the force of water supply from the tap.

And also built-in mixers differ in the type of hydroflow. They can be typesetting, showers and cascading.

• Typesetting. This type is designed to fill the bath itself with water.
• Showers - cut in the center or on the edge of the tank. The entire block is hidden behind the bathtub, and for use you just need to pull out the watering can and proceed to water procedures.
• Cascading. These are the most modern devices, they can create a small, beautiful waterfall in the tank.

The most popular mixers are brass, bronze and stainless steel. Most of the products are made of steel coated with nickel or chromium, which greatly simplifies the care of them and makes it easy to get rid of lime deposits.

Models that are styled antique are made of bronze or brass. For decoration, an ornament can be applied to them, which gives the products a special charm.

You should always ask the seller in the store what the mixer is made of.

Choosing a mixer is a rather complicated process, not everyone will be able to go to the store and buy it without hesitation. If you want to buy a plumbing fixture that will last you a long time, you should pay attention when buying a few points.

At the cost of the product can be divided into several categories: temporary, budgetary, durable and design.

Temporary are used in repairs when it is possible to spoil or stain products. Sometimes they are installed by the developer in apartments with inexpensive repairs. Their price, as a rule, fluctuates around 2000 rubles.

Budget option - everything is clear from the name. They cost up to 4000 rubles. This category of products can last you more than 1 year with proper care and timely replacement of consumables. The average service life is about 6 years, although there have been cases of longer operation.

Long-life mixers are made of the highest quality materials and serve until they bother their owners. This is the best option in terms of price - quality: once paid - and at least 10 years of product confidence. Although there is a nuance - this is the quality of water. The life of the consumables (sealing washers, axle boxes and so on) depends on it.

Reliable European manufacturers offer a 5-year warranty and subsequent service. I.e after the warranty period, you can always purchase spare parts for faucets or contact a service center. In the absence of the latter, you can find the manufacturer’s website and order the necessary details.

See below for installation and connection of the mixer on board the bathtub.