The issue of hygiene is important for every person. That is why the French invented a bidet, which, from a medical point of view, is much better than toilet paper. But in many apartments due to the small area of bathrooms and bathrooms there is no way to install this item. Currently, the way out of this situation is the installation of hygienic showers. One of the leading companies producing these products is Lemark.
history of the company
The Czech company Lemark produces a wide range of sanitary ware. The company uses high-quality brass and German aerators as raw materials for its products. The assortment of the company has more than 20 different collections of plumbing. This makes it easy to choose the necessary equipment for the home.
What is a hygienic shower?
The standard set of such a shower is the following complete set:
- hose;
- shower head;
- mixer with temperature controller.
In some models, it is possible to additionally install a check valve or gearbox. The hose can be made of rubber or braided with metal. As a material for winding, it is better not to choose hoses with a metal winding of zinc or aluminum, since this type of metal darkens and loses its presentation. The recommended hose length varies from 0.5 to 1.5 meters.
But before choosing a length, it is worth knowing the exact location of the soul. The watering can is smaller than a standard shower room, and has a valve that is responsible for supplying water.
If there is no such mixer, then either cold or hot water will be supplied, which in this case is absolutely not suitable.
Installation options
Well, if you thought about the possibility of installing a hygienic shower in advance at the stage of construction or repair, then you can implement any design project and immediately bring hot and cold water to the place of installation of the shower. This option will put a lever mixer.
The second option is suitable for those who have the idea to install such a shower came after the repair. Then it is possible to install a shower in a sanitary cabinet. But due to the unstable pressure in the pipes, it is necessary to constantly adjust the temperature of the water, therefore it is worth installing a shower with a thermostat. And after use, immediately shut off the water supply, since the design can not withstand pressure and break, which will entail unpleasant consequences.
Popular models
One of Lemark’s most popular product lines is Plus grace. The Plus Grace Hygiene Shower is built-in and has a push-pull bidet. The hose length of this product is 1.5 meters. The diameter of the shower is 33 mm, the diameter of the hose is 23 mm. The length of the shower handle is 184 mm. Such small dimensions make it convenient to use this device.
Another popular line of the company is a series of Solo. It is represented by two models: Solo LM7165C with mixer and Solo LM7166C. Not so long ago, this line has a novelty LM7165B, which is presented in bronze color. The warranty on products of this brand is 4 years. Model Solo LM7165C has a single lever mixer and a hidden vertical type of installation. The hose length of this model is 1.5 meters, the diameter of the ceramic cartridge is 25 mm.
Varieties of faucets
There are 3 types of mixers:
- single lever;
- valve type;
- with thermostat.
When installing valve-type mixers, it is worth remembering that when the pressure drops in the pipes, he will not be able to provide the desired water temperature for the procedure. In this type of water, the right temperature is obtained by mixing hot and cold water with valves. An additional tap is also required, which will be responsible for the supply of water. For single-lever mixers, the water pressure and temperature are controlled by a lever. Water temperature is regulated by horizontal movements, and vertical movements are responsible for the pressure.
Thermostatic mixer is optimal when using a hygienic shower, since it is enough to set the required temperature once and then simply use the lever to supply water.
In situations where the pressure in the pipes decreases, the thermostat itself calculates the required volume of water to maintain the temperature you need.
Pros and cons of a hygienic shower
This shower is an excellent replacement for a bidet in an apartment. This device allows you to more closely monitor hygiene. In addition to its main purpose, the device allows you to solve some small everyday tasks. For example, using it is much easier to fill various cleaning containers or bottles for watering flowers, because sinks in the bathroom do not always allow this. Also, with its help it is easier to wash shoes after the street. The disadvantages include the fact that overweight people will find it rather difficult to use a shower.
What to look for when buying?
The first thing you should focus on is the design features, since some models can only connect to one pipe. The second is the mounting method itself, because sometimes water can leak from the watering can after using the shower. The watering can should be out of the reach of children, because then it will not be possible to avoid problems with flooded floors and wet walls.
It is also worth paying attention to the material from which the product is made. The best option among budget products is chrome plated brass.
The video tells in detail about the types of hygienic shower and how to install it.
