Rainfall shower for a bathroom

Recently, the so-called tropical shower is gaining popularity. It is quite different from the usual, familiar to all of us. Like any household item, it also has its advantages and disadvantages.

Most of the positive properties of the tropical soul is in the healing effect on the human body, and cons - in increased water consumption. But consider these details in more detail.

Of the advantages, the following can be distinguished.

• Tribute to fashion. Today, the design of the rain shower is gaining in popularity. This is not surprising, since the soul fits perfectly into styles such as minimalism or loft.
• Cosmetic effect. Water does not pour in continuous streams, but is crushed into drops, so that in flight each drop is saturated with oxygen, in turn, saturating the skin with it and making it more toned and elastic.
• Relaxing effect. Continuous light strokes of drops resemble massage. As a result, a person not only takes a shower, but also relaxes, tunes in to rest.
• The main advantage of this design is in a watering can which differs from the usual nozzle on the hose in large dimensions. Therefore, jets of water cover the entire human body, creating the very effect of rain.
• Model dependent installation of a rain shower can be done by yourself.
• Simplicity and safety. The shower system is considered the most comfortable and easiest to use, and in addition, the most hygienic.High security is noted both by users and manufacturers of such systems.

Minuses.

• The main minus is the cost. Most models are created by premium manufacturers. You can try to look for lower cost analogues, but in this case the quality of the design can be much worse, and there will also be no guarantees.
• Water consumption will increase significantly. This can negatively affect the family budget. Therefore, if you do not live alone, it is better to discuss the installation of a tropical shower with family members in advance.
• For such a soul, a certain amount of free space is necessary. Ideally, the more spacious the better. In a tiny bathroom, such a system may be inappropriate or simply not fit. If, nevertheless, a rain shower is necessary, but there is not enough space, then fence off part of the bathroom with a special curtain or partition, behind which you install a rack or panel with a tropical spray.

Depending on the size of the bathroom, several installation options are used. In the first case, all pipes and hoses are mounted on the wall, but are hidden. The watering can also be attached to the wall. The same kit can also be used in those bathrooms in which there is little space - in this case, all plumbing subtleties remain outside on the wall. It makes sense to choose them in accordance with the design of the bathroom or stylize something.

The stand, as an independent option, differs in that it is located separately from the bath. Perhaps in small-sized bathrooms, you will have to choose either a bathtub or “rain”. Such a rack does not have a water supply to an ordinary tap, so for it it will be necessary to lay additional pipes. The headset of some models also has an additional sprinkler for taking a normal shower.

Pay attention to all the components of the set, including the mixer. It is important that no component stands out from the overall interior design. Otherwise, due to one unsuccessful mixer, which does not fit into the situation and annoys the owner, you will have to change all the plumbing.

This is one of the most popular wall options, as it is often equipped with a special hydromassage system. Wherein the panel is mounted on the wall, and in the presence of an angular shower cabin - immediately on two adjoining surfaces. However, in showers, there is often a very small watering can, which is not enough to cover the body with a full flow of water. Also, they do not have a mixer with a long spout, which may be useful in some cases.

Such panels are mounted on a wall or ceiling, and each place has its own advantages. So, together with the panel, which is built in by means of flush mounting, you can use additional panels with hydromassage or other useful functions. The disadvantage of this option may be a fairly high price of the structure and its installation.

A ceiling panel is the most suitable option for a rain shower. With a sufficient height, water droplets manage to gain speed for a full-fledged massage effect, and are also well saturated with oxygen. The healing effect in this case is the most complete.

The easiest option is installing your own rain shower faucet. Often this looks a bit cumbersome, but takes up significantly less space and is suitable for both bathtubs and showers, since installation takes place on existing common pipes. It is also convenient if there are problems with hot water, and there is a water heater in the bathroom. In this case, installing an additional mixer will help to avoid problems with installing additional pipes.

Together with an additional mixer, an upper watering can is also used. In size, it is slightly larger than usual and can not imitate real tropical rain, but this is also a good option, besides a budget one and not taking up much space. Suitable for small bathrooms.

The choice of a suitable model depends not only on your desire, but also on the style in which the interior of the bathroom is designed. Various transparent materials, for example, tempered glass and bright illumination of various colors, will fit well into the classic style. The modern bathroom looks good aluminum, as well as other shiny metals. The backlight in a modern bathroom is best done in plain color. In addition to the visual component, there is also a practical part that affects the durability of the use of plumbing.

If you pay attention to the color scheme, then it remains a classic: silver, black, white. There are other colors, but they are not so common. Another important point is the frequency of pollution. For example, on silver hoses, fingerprints and splashes of drops often remain, which, when dried, are striking. On white, hair will be noticeable, and on black there will also be traces of water drops. You need to understand which option suits you, and also fits into the interior of the bathroom as a whole.

The most inexpensive material - silumin. It is an alloy of aluminum and silicon, but it does not have the positive qualities of either one or the other. Unstable, it is unlikely to last long enough. In addition, strong pressure has a destructive effect on it, only shortening the life of the product.

Plumbing made of brass belongs to the middle class of sanitary products. It is an alloy of zinc and copper. It is strong, ductile, resistant to rust, and therefore durable. Some parts of the middle class plumbing are made of special ceramics, so that they are not affected by the quality of the water (for example, too hard water will not cause significant damage).

Chrome and nickel are premium materials. Very strong, durable, products from these materials are difficult to inflict mechanical damage. The fittings of such plumbing are either made of ceramics or of very high quality materials, so the hardness of the water does not matter. Some models have a water-insoluble lubricant, which is another level of protection against any damage.

Do not take expensive models made of pure copper or aluminum. This is impractical. Copper oxidizes very quickly under the constant influence of air and moisture, tarnishes and becomes covered with a green coating, which will need to be disposed of regularly. Aluminum also tarnishes, quickly loses its luster and looks dirty and “captured”.

These parameters are of particular importance to the sprayer. After all the larger the size of the watering can, the more complete the effect of a real tropical rain. In addition, the larger the diameter of the spray, the more drops will fall on the skin and the more pronounced the massage effect will become.

Before purchasing a sprinkler, pay attention to the model of the rain shower and to where it will be located. So, it is better to choose a small, ordinary replacement watering can for a hose in a bathtub, just like in a shower cabin. Exception - ceiling sprinklers. They can be taken of any diameter - the more the better.

So, for a bathroom, designed in a modern style, a square, triangular or rectangular sprinkler is suitable. Other sharp geometric shapes are possible. For classics, soft, rounded shapes, such as an oval or circle, are suitable. Well, catchy irregular watering can fit well into the ethnic interior.

The most common forms of sprinklers:

• a round watering can of a rain shower is often built into showers;
• separately, that is, without a cabin, a square ceiling panel is built in;
• a rectangular panel is attached to the wall, to which a round watering can can be attached from above.

When choosing plumbing is not worth saving. This is due to the fact that trusted manufacturers have their own guarantees that will help replace a failed item. Besides, quality systems last much longer and cause less hassle. But their cost is several times higher than, for example, the Chinese counterparts.

For instance, the famous brand of German sanitary ware Hansgrohe will cost several times more than Russian high-quality analogues - Ledeme and Domani-Spa, and they, in turn, have a higher cost in comparison with the products of Chinese brands, although if you try, you can also find quality products among them.

Another German brand that has gained worldwide credibility is Grohe. This brand has all the advantages: high quality products, a variety of models and prices for them. An additional advantage of this company is high quality and speed of service. Middle-class products include models made of chrome-plated brass. In the premium class, you can find unique models of copper and brass with a bronze coating.

The Kaiser brand has similar characteristics. The difference is only in the price segment. Kaiser manufactures middle-class products, therefore their price range is lower than that of Grohe, despite the fact that there is only one manufacturing country.

First you need to understand which model you need: a panel, a stand, a mixer with a shower or a sprinkler. The panel will fit both separately on the wall and in the shower, adding several additional functions to it. Its installation will not cause difficulties and will take a little time. The panel version is quite original, but has a high cost.

The rack is easy to use, in addition, you can find unusual models that fit well into the design of the bathroom. Suitable for both bath and shower. The mixer with a tropical watering can inexpensive, but it cannot be called a full-fledged rain shower due to the size of the fishing line. The same goes for the regular watering can option.

After determining the type of rain shower, you need to determine the brand, or rather, the amount of finance that can be invested in bathroom equipment. The next step is the functionality of the shower system.What additional functions do you need: a thermostat, a backlight, a hydromassage and others, or the only thing you need is a watering can from which water can pour. It is worth noting that the number of additional functions will also affect the final cost of the shower system.

An important detail is the growth of people who will use this system. For tall people, it is preferable that the panel with a spray was installed on the ceiling. People of medium and short stature will be quite resistant.

It is not necessary to say that the rain shower, as well as ordinary, and the rest of the plumbing should be cleaned of plaque at least once a week using special tools.

Some showers and hydromassage panels often clog nozzles. For cleaning, you can use ordinary vinegar, in which you need to leave to soak the watering cans for a couple of hours. The same goes for the main sprinklers. Do not immerse parts made of brass and bronze for a long time in vinegar!

• Corner shower with a counter. The room is zoned, but most of it is given to the shower system. There is no wall opposite the counter, which creates a feeling of open space for the shower.

• Second option represents the ceiling panel of a rain shower. Wood panels and green flowers create a sense of closeness to nature. But in addition to the main panel, there is also a hose with a watering can, which is also necessary to simplify some everyday tasks. For example, if necessary, wash the dog's paws after a walk.

• Variant of a rain shower in a small space. The ceiling panel is equipped with lighting and hydromassage, there is also an additional hose with a watering can.

See the video below for an overview of the rain shower on the counter.