Hygienic shower: features, types and choices

The main rule of every modern person is personal hygiene. Just for these purposes, a hygienic shower was invented. In the recent past, this device was rarely used in ordinary houses and apartments, but today no toilet can do without this device. Modern manufacturers are developing many varieties of this device. The device can be mounted in the toilet, but this option is not suitable for all toilet rooms.

It will be much more convenient to place a separate design of the hygienic shower, fixing it on the wall.

An indisputable fact is that human health depends entirely not only on the absence of bad habits and proper nutrition, but also on maintaining the cleanliness of one's own body. Personal hygiene procedures are difficult to imagine without the use of clean water, which means appropriate plumbing fixtures. It is precisely for these purposes that a bidet was invented, more precisely, a hygienic shower. Especially since Its miniature dimensions will look perfect in any interior of the restroom.

On the constructive side, it is impossible to install a bidet in the existing plumbing equipment. An alternative solution is to install the installation with a hygienic shower in close proximity to the toilet. From a design point of view, it is believed that the "pseudo-bidet" is intended exclusively for separate bathrooms. However, even with the combined design of the restroom, the plumbing device presented will be an ideal fixture.

The hygienic shower itself is a plumbing equipment that has a lot of advantages, namely:

• with the help of this device it will be possible to conduct instant hygiene of the intimate zone immediately after the toilet, thereby reducing the risk of infectious diseases;
• a hygienic shower can significantly reduce the time spent on water procedures;
• ideal for arranging small bathrooms where there is no way to install an additional bidet bowl; Ergonomic design does not take up space on the floor due to the fact that it is built into the toilet, sink or attached to the wall;
• with respect to pricing, the cost of an individual hygiene shower is several times less than the price of a bidet;
• thanks to the presence of this device, it turns out to facilitate the procedure for caring for children, which women will appreciate;
• the fair sex will appreciate the possibility of using a shower with an extended hose during the cleaning of the bathroom;
• the design of the hygienic shower is very easy to install and use;
• the described device allows rinsing baby pots and a cat tray;
• in the tap of the hygienic shower there is an additional filter that is engaged in water purification, so that it can be used even for watering indoor plants.

When buying a design of a hygienic shower, everyone should know about the configuration of the device. The absence of any fixtures in the kit will lead to unplanned costs. A preliminary check of components will help to avoid unpleasant situations and additional purchases. First of all, it is necessary to consider the basic elements that should be applied to a hygienic shower, namely:

• a small watering can with a control lever located on the rear wall of the product;
• mixer;
• hose corresponding to the connection point to the mixer;
• holder.

In addition to the basic structural elements, the kit must include a gasket with a clamp and a nut. Some models come with nozzles and adapters. Special attention should be paid to supporting documents, due to which it will be possible to check with the component kit. The dimensions and appearance of the watering can are selected solely from their own preferences, but equipping the device with the adjustment button is of particular importance. Without this small nuance, using a hygienic shower is extremely inconvenient.

An additional advantage is the ability to independently control the power of the jet, turning it from a dense stream into raindrops. Do not forget about the holder, which can be both on the basis of the design of the shower and on the sink, which is very convenient when draining water residues from a watering can.

The length of the hose located in the configuration should have an optimal size, namely 1.5–2 m. This length is enough to make a connection. If the bathroom itself has a small area, a meter long will suffice.

It should be noted that high-quality hoses are made of dense rubber or polymer coated with a braid on top. If the plastic hose turned out to be in the kit, it is best to immediately put it on a polymer or rubber specimen, otherwise the plastic connection will become unusable very quickly. The mixer included in the package must be dual-valve, lever or with a built-in thermostat.

Such a wonderful unit, like a hygienic shower, is not considered a novelty in the plumbing world today. In appearance, it looks like a bendable hose with a special watering can at the tip, which is responsible for supplying clean water. Now this device is found quite often in houses and apartments, but there are people who still doubt the need to install this device.

In order to finally decide on the acquisition of this unit, it is necessary to consider all its advantages and disadvantages.

First of all, it is proposed to consider the positive characteristics of the described plumbing unit, namely:

• the design of a hygienic shower of any variation of execution can be installed even in the smallest toilet room, where it will not be possible to mount an ordinary sink;
• a hygienic shower is very convenient to use, due to its ease of use, everyone will be able to customize the necessary water temperature and jet power;
• in price terms, a separate mini-shower design is much cheaper than a bidet system;
• the product can be used not only according to the instructions, but also for other purposes, for example, cleaning the bathroom, filling the bucket with water, washing the child.

From the list presented it becomes clear that in a modern house it is simply necessary to install this kind of plumbing equipment. But at the same time, the future owner of a hygienic shower should be prepared for the following small disadvantages:

• when you turn off the tap, you will notice that water runs out of the watering can for several seconds; this is not a big deal, since there is a special cup on the watering can holder to collect the remaining liquid; if you have time, you can hold the shower for a few seconds over the sink;
• for families with small children, parents need to be prepared for everything, especially for the fact that the kids will use the shower for gaming purposes, which can lead to large puddles in the restroom;
• in models built into the design of the toilet, you can make a connection to only one type of water; universal models with additional bends and proper installation will help to solve this problem;
• it is extremely difficult for a person using a hygienic shower for the first time to choose the correct sitting position, but after just a few procedures, the correct behavior during operation will become clear and a comfortable pose will be found;
• This device is extremely inconvenient for use by children and adults suffering from overweight.

To date, a wide selection of sanitary equipment intended for installation in toilet rooms is on sale. This applies not only to ordinary sinks, bathtubs, showers, but also to a hygienic shower. Once in any plumbing department, everyone will be able to get acquainted with a variety of designer designs, see all the features of the product, study technical specifications in detail, and most importantly, decide on the type of product that they like and its dimensions.

This type of hygienic shower is considered the easiest to install. In most cases - single lever, with manual control. The product mixer is fixed on the pipe line, and the shower head is attached to the wall. All parts of the presented type of unit are interconnected by a flexible eyeliner. To start using the shower, you just need to turn the shut-off valve of the mixer and use the pressure shut-off valve to start the water.

This type of built-in hygienic shower is very popular due to its hidden form of placement. A guest who finds himself in the restroom can only see the watering can and control panel. Although in fact a rather massive structure is hidden inside the box or wall, which is responsible for the smooth operation of the system. Only to install this kind of shower is not obtained in every toilet room.

A rather interesting and very convenient device for operation with a thermostat. With its help it turns out to choose the necessary temperature regime of water, as well as to choose a comfortable stream of the jet. When installing the design of a hygienic shower with a thermostat, it will be necessary to install special fasteners on the wall or to make hidden installation.

A rather interesting variation of the hygienic shower, for which you will need to purchase special mixer with an additional tap. Thanks to its universal characteristics, the device will be able to be installed both in a separate toilet and in a combined bathroom. It is worth noting that the remnants of water draining after turning off the shower will not make the mistress of the house worry about an accidental flood, the residual drops will fall directly into the sink.

It is worth noting that for models with only one type of water connected, manufacturers offer to purchase additional equipment, namely an electric unit with heating, where cold water, having passed through the instantaneous water heater system, instantly turns into hot.

Each manufacturer takes care of potential customers, and in the process of manufacturing devices hygienic shower uses special materials that have undergone special processing and have international certification. So, in budget versions, brass is used, and more expensive designs are made of stainless steel. Subsequently, the surface of any type of material used is coated with chrome.

As for the hose, for budget models, flexible plastic is used, on top of which a metal braid is made. More expensive models are made of dense rubber and polymer, which differ only in positive characteristics. The watering can is made of high-quality plastic, on the surface of which a coloring composition or metal is applied.

Most hygienic shower options are in style minimalism. Their surface is covered with chrome, which gives the unit a rich shine. Due to the external beauty of color, the design of the hygienic shower has a universal appearance, which is suitable for modern styles. The same can be said about the dimensions of the hygiene device.

The standard and familiar solution for most bathrooms is classic style execution of the design of the room, made in bright colors, and more precisely, in white and beige varieties of the palette. PVC walls, tiles and even wallpaper may be present on the walls.

In the classic interior, the shower can be mounted on the wall adjacent to the toilet bowlfor example, near the toilet paper holder. Although a hygienic shower can be installed near the tank itself. Its location will not affect the appearance of the toilet room. Especially if the room was preferred to chrome elements with a shiny or matte finish. The main thing is that all plumbing products match each other in color saturation.

Special attention should be paid to contrasting inserts in the restroom. If bronze or stylized analogues of this color were used to finish the toilet, respectively, the design and saturation of the shade of the hygienic shower should be combined with each other. Thanks to its versatile design and color scheme, a hygienic shower It is ideally combined with both classic, retro and modern interiors of the toilet rooms.

For latrines with a small quadrature, it is best to use miniature models. And in toilet rooms with a large area, any design variation can be considered. Very concise in modern style high tech fits a watering can with an unusual shape. The chrome finish will perfectly emphasize the beauty and lightness of the design of the restroom.

Not always the toilet is made in bright colors. Quite rarely, but still there are design options made in dark shades, most often these are black tones that match the style Art Deco. In this case, it is preferable to use the chrome-plated designs of the hygienic shower. However, it may have a glossy or matte surface, depending on the remaining plumbing elements and decorative inserts. Hygienic showers with a touch of bronze are ideal for bathrooms made in the style of country, retro, empire or English classics.

Thanks to numerous studies and surveys among users of a hygienic shower, specialists were able to rank the best models of this plumbing device. The assessment took into account not only the positive aspects of the products, but also the negative aspects. Although negative statements sounded extremely rare.

In the top of the best devices for conducting hygienic procedures were 6 models from well-known manufacturers.

The presented type of hygienic shower is distinguished by the presence of a special jet aerator in the design, which saturates the water with air, which makes hygienic procedures as comfortable as possible. The chromed surface allows the product to fit into any interior of the toilet room. The watering can is made of high-strength plastic, which, even with a strong desire, cannot be broken and even slightly deformed. At the same time, even if the watering can has become unusable, it can be replaced with a new one, since the manufacturer puts up for sale individual elements of shower structures.

This kind of hygienic shower is equipped with a single handle, thanks to which it is possible to adjust the pressure of water. For installation, you will need to make only two small holes in the wall. The product design itself is made in a modern style. The body of the product is high-strength brass, a material characterized by a high level of strength. The length of the shower hose is 1.5 m, which is quite enough to connect.

This is a built-in hygiene shower. It is installed inside the wall, due to which it turns out to hide elements of the functional from a general view. This model is a combination of modern design and classic style. This model of a hygienic shower is ideally suited to the toilet rooms corresponding to modern technologies. The main material of the product is brass, a durable material with a lot of positive characteristics. A distinctive feature of this model is the ability to switch the water supply mode from a dense stream to raindrops.

The presented variety of hygienic shower is made in a universal color scheme - chrome. The design of the product is mounted directly on the wall. The present connection system is hidden inside the wall, and only the main elements of the product are visible.

This variety of hygienic shower differs in miniature dimensions, since the watering can holder itself is fixed in the mixer body. The connection system is hidden under a false wall or in a specially designated niche, which makes it look very impressive against the general background of the toilet room. The presented model can be installed near the toilet or bidet, which is very convenient for operation.

Incredibly beautiful model of a hygienic shower, made in a laconic style and attracting attention. Satisfied owners claim that the design presented has a high level of strength. Even after a long time it works like a clock. This model, like similar products, has a problem of residual drops after turning off the water supply. Although this is standard for devices with long hoses.

The procedure for choosing a hygienic shower should be taken extremely seriously. Wherein it makes no difference whether a purchase will be made in an online store or in a specialized plumbing department. First you need to decide on the model you like, corresponding to the design and style of the restroom. It is important to remember that the watering can for the shower and the bidet itself should not have large dimensions, otherwise the water pressure will not be point.

It is imperative to check the equipment, make sure the integrity of each individual structural element. If desired, you can purchase a multifunctional mixer, in the system of which there is an additional outlet, responsible for adjusting the temperature of the water.

Few people pay attention to the presence in the design of a check valve, which is mounted on an inlet to the mixer. Thanks to his presence, it will be possible to avoid unpleasant situations. For example, if after using the shower you forget to shut off the water supply by the lever of the mixer, the liquid will begin to flow through the pipes towards lower pressure.

Separately worth considering individual usability. If the plumbing device will be used exclusively for its intended purpose, multifunctional models should not be considered. It is enough that there is the possibility of self-regulation of water temperature and pressure. And if the product will be used in various fields, it is better to choose models with many additional features.

Special attention should be paid to the method of installing the product, after having examined its own toilet and bathroom for installation of a new device. In some cases, after installing the unit, you have to make additional repairs to the room, we are talking about built-in models.

The location of the hygienic shower in the toilet room entirely depends on the preferences of the household. Although, with professional design, designers suggest placing the device on the wall behind the toilet on the right or left side. If possible, it is advised to install a shower on the side wall from the toilet. Another placement option is to install the device on the washbasin. Each of the proposed methods of accommodation has its own advantages, although there are some disadvantages.

When placing a hygienic shower should be guided by several rules.

• Initially, you need to decide on a comfortable pose of use, whether it is the usual way of sitting or turning around facing the wall.
• It is very important to consider with which hand it is convenient to hold the shower head and which to perform hygienic manipulations. In this case, we are talking about such human characteristics as left-handed and right-handed. If there are people in the family with such a distinguishing feature, it is worth seriously considering and considering all possible options for installing the structure, and if necessary, consult with specialists.
• Next, you need to consider the height of the hygienic shower. There are no specific standards in this matter. Although there are several unspoken installation rules.
• The mixer and the watering can holder should not be too low. It is best for the hose to be in a hanging position and not reach the floor. This does not look aesthetically pleasing, and a hose break can also occur, which will lead to its quick deterioration.
• If the toilet room is equipped with a special style, where there are decorative patterns, it is necessary that the design of the hygienic shower does not interfere with the design and beauty of the room and does not spoil the planned surroundings. We are talking about the sides, the design of which should not be violated by a gap in the form of a plumbing device.
• It is best to install the fitting of the sanitary ware before installation and, if necessary, adjust to the features of the family. The height of the installation of the shower completely depends on the age criterion and human health.

It may seem to someone that installing a hygienic shower is a lot of difficulties and problems. Therefore, the issue of self-connection goes into the background, and a professional plumber comes into play. But in order not to spend extra money on calling the master, you can familiarize yourself with the intricacies of the installation process, after which you can install a hygienic shower on your own, taking into account the individual preferences of each family member regarding its placement.

Hygienic souls are connected to the water supply available in any house or apartment. From the water distribution, water is connected to the mixer. A similar system connects bathtubs or sinks. After laying the pipes, you can begin to connect. To do this, it is necessary to install the mixer, and fix the hoses for supplying hot and cold water to the terminals. The nuts should be tightened carefully, but at the same time know the sense of proportion, otherwise you can break the thread.

After connecting the mixer, a hose with a watering can is attached to it. In this case, nuts for fixation are used, which are present in the set of the hygienic shower. If the wall on which the hygienic shower will be located is tiled, it will be necessary to use a special drill on the tile. Using it, you will need to cut a nest with a depth of 65–70 mm, while the diameter should not exceed 8 mm. A dowel is inserted into the finished socket, then, with the help of anchor bolts, a mount for the shower is installed. At this step, the installation of the hygienic shower is considered complete.

If a toilet bidet was purchased, you will have to dismantle the old device, and instead install a bowl that is attached either to the floor or to the wall. Next, the hose ends are screwed to the pipes, after which the connection process is considered complete. On the one hand, it might seem that connecting a toilet bidet is a more complicated process, but in fact it is much easier than connecting a separate hygienic shower with access to a toilet or washbasin.

A simpler connection option is a hygienic shower mounted in the toilet lid. In this case, the unit itself does not have to be changed. It will be enough to pick up a cover of the corresponding size. The first stage of the installation will be the overlapping of water in the water supply system and the complete drainage of the drain tank. Then the hose suitable to the tank is unscrewed, and instead a tee is fixed. One end of the hose will connect to the toilet lid, the other ends up in the tank. If an electric drive is present in the shower structure, it is important that the outlet is located at close range.

Proper use of a hygienic shower, especially during initial operation, is obtained not for every person. In most cases, multiple sprays scatter throughout the restroom, which is why you have to clean the room.

To cope with a hygienic shower with maximum comfort, you need to read the operating instructions.

• First you need to determine the temperature of the water. This process will take some time, as the initial setup may seem inconvenient. But in the future, the hands will remember the necessary direction of the valves, so that setting a favorable water temperature is not difficult.
• Next, you need to take in your hand a hygienic shower with a watering can. In this case, it all depends on the characteristics of the person, whether it is left-handed or right-handed.
• The next step is to press the shower button, thereby checking the system of water supply from the hygienic watering can. The button should be pressed only after the person is directly above the toilet bowl. Otherwise, water will be sprayed over the entire area of ​​the toilet room.
• After adjusting the water and a shower conveniently taken in hand, you can begin hygiene procedures.
• After the process of personal hygiene is over, you need to press the shower button, due to which the water supply will be suspended. The final step will be to turn off the water in the tap.

Most people, even knowing all the intricacies of the operation process, are asked multiple questions regarding the use of a hygienic shower by the stronger sex, to which manufacturers confidently answer that the device for water procedures is suitable for both men and women, and the instruction itself is similar for everyone.

Every modern person, before acquiring a particular technique, studies in detail the positive and negative reviews from the owners of the products they like. If we consider the rating of the best manufacturers based on the reviews of satisfied customers, then it is worth noting several companies.

• The first place is taken by the hygienic showers Grohe. In the collection of this manufacturer there is a wide variety of different variations of this device, ranging from the economy to the premium class. Among such a wide range of products, everyone will be able to choose the most suitable copy for themselves. According to available reviews, Grohe's hygienic showers have a long service life, and each individual model is made taking into account the latest innovative developments.
• Special attention was given to the Finnish manufacturer Oras. First of all, satisfied owners note the high quality of products of this brand and a long service life.Thanks to a wide variety of design possibilities, everyone will be able to choose an Oras product according to the style of the toilet room.
• Italian company Nicolazzi also in high demand among connoisseurs of plumbing progress. This company has been known on the market since 1960 and throughout all these years has been pleasing its consumers with only the highest quality products. Although some owners still leave negative comments regarding the use of a hygienic shower, they explain that during installation they themselves chose the wrong position of the unit.
• Many lovers of retro style advise their friends and acquaintances to purchase the hygienic souls of the Italian brand Migliore.
• And the owners of the toilet rooms made in modern styling especially appreciate the brand Webert which is engaged in the production of environmentally friendly and modified plumbing products. Any devices of this manufacturer are universal and fit perfectly into any interior of the restroom. Satisfied owners characterize Webert hygiene showers as practical and convenient units. Each mother appreciates the hygienic devices of the presented brand, since with their help it is very convenient to wash young children.
• For the same reason, the souls of the Italian manufacturer are chosen Bossini At the same time, all products of this brand have an affordable pricing policy, which is extremely important for most modern families.

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