Comfort in the bathroom in the apartment or in a private house depends on the set of factors, including from the choice of a reliable and convenient mixer. For the operation of the bathroom in most cases, mixers are purchased with shower presented today in a large variety, which allows you to choose a suitable product under the individual features of the room and the personal preferences of the owner.
Features, pros and cons
The design of bathing and shower faucets provides for the presence of flexible hose and watering canes for which a special holder presented in the mechanism is present in the mechanism. The crane may have an external or built-in mechanism for feeding and switching water from the gland to a watering can.
Cranes with switches of the first type are highlighted by their compact sizes, in addition, it is much less likely. As for products with an external mechanism, a certain output is provided here.
Such plumbing devices are inherent in positive and negative features that allocate products among other varieties.
Thus, the advantages of the presence of such a device should include a number of factors.
- Comparing the device of cranes without a switch, which in most cases are recommended for mounting on the washbasin or saccine, it is worth noting the large dimensions of the fixtures, which makes it possible to exploit plumbing with great comfort in the bathroom.
- Among the positive features, it is worth noting the presence of a set of velocities for the bath. They can be low, fixed or swivel. Thanks to such a structure, it will be possible to pick up the plumbing for any preferences and nuances of the bathroom.
- All models of similar cranes are equipped with a long shower holder, as well as flexible and comfortable adjustment. There are varieties with two souls, combined models of mixers with a barbell.
- Using a bath and shower kit with a watering can, it will be possible to adjust the water supply if necessary, since it can be supplied in different ways from different holes.
- There are mixers with electronic control and switching. Using instead of an ordinary crane, a similar device, the ability to control the pressure, heating and the direction of the stream, set the desired parameters with one touch of the button.
- To equip the bathroom, the mixer of horizontal installation disappears the need for damage to the finishing materials on the wall, as in the case of varieties that must be attached to the walls.
- Mixers with watering can stand out good maintainability.
- Cranes with watering can have quite affordable cost.
- Most of the models consist of a minimum of parts, so with the installation of the mixer with watering can it is quite possible to cope with independently without the involvement of specialists.
- A large selection of such plumbing devices allows you to purchase a model for any repairs and plumbing, as well as taking into account the personal preferences of the owner of the dwelling.
Types and their device
Today, manufacturers classify cranes with a shower wage depending on the water supply method.
Single-piece
Surveyed option with a shower exit, which will be controlled by the only handle located at the top. The mixer is equipped with a special cartridge or ball mechanism, due to which a person can configure the water set, its temperature.
But as practice shows, such a scheme for coordination of the pressure in operation will be not very comfortable.
Double-piece
Frequently found option for water supply mechanism. Such a model will have a more affordable cost, since the design is notable for ease of manufacture. Crane-letters can be of two types.
First - worm option It usually has a rubber shut-off component, the second species is represented by mechanisms equipped with ceramic plates, which causes the similarity of the structure of the crane with a single-dimensional model. The last option is more convenient in terms of operation, however, a two-ventilated worm-type faucet is highlighted by a large operational resource.
Multifunctional
Universal mixer with shower - option for small bathrooms, in which the close location of the plumbing towards each other is provided.
As a rule, in such models, the size of the spinning will be about 30 centimeters, thereby increasing the convenience of using it.
In fact, Such a crane can be rotated if necessary not only on the bathroom, but also on a washbasin or even a toilet, bidet.
Shower panels with crane
This type is made of metal alloys resistant to moisture, in the light of which the panels are notable for their reliability and long service life. As well as some manufacturers offer products from polymers, which has an attractive appearance and good quality indicators. Such models can be several species.
Top shower cranes
Thanks to this configuration in the bathroom, you can use various watering cans and islets, creating a waterfall, tropical or cascade shower. The panel assumes the ability to install the thermostat.
Full-featured panel
As a rule, such products manufacturer mans with all possible functions for bathing and shower faucets. Such varieties are very popular for shower cabins with a high pallet, as well as large plumbers of different forms.
Thermostat
Constructions that may have an electronic or mechanical mixer having the ability to adjust the temperature and water pressure. Today there are models with the possibility of contactless management.
The device of such devices implies the presence in the design of special sensors reacting at the approach to the expulsion, due to which the crane begins the water supply independently.
Sensory
A modern variety of bath-and-soul sets, which does not have in its device of valves, levers or other familiar components of the crane. This option is functioning at the expense of chips that provide automatic water supply when approaching the expulsion or canoe. Such structures are in demand due to the cost-effective consumption of water.
Cascascular
The mixer whose feature is the ability to skip much larger water in comparison with the usual crane. Such a device led its name.
Most often, this option is acquired for spacious bathrooms with a large size of plumbing.
This type is notable for its design and high cost.
Species in the installation method
The classification of mixers with watering can also occur, taking into account the possibilities of fixing the fixture.
Wall mounted
The most demanded installation option of the device. For fixing water supply mechanisms, various fasteners are used for lasting installation. In this case Connecting the mixer takes place to the tap pipes, which are also located in the wall or simpleness of the bathroom.
For such cranes, there are recommendations regarding the location - from the side of the bathroom, they must be at a distance of 20-30 centimeters.
Choosing a similar fastening option, it is necessary to further test the faucet so that the water coming out of it falls directly into the bath, without cautioning on the edges. According to the floor standards, the wall mixer must be attached to remove at least 80 centimeters. Usually, Before laying pipes, it is determined in advance with the future place to attach a crane with a shower on the wall.
On the stand
This method of fixing the crane with watering can suitable for the bathroom in cases where plumbing is placed on the removal from the wall, which makes it impossible to use the previous version. Usually, Faucets with watering can be in demand for baths, for example, for example, in the room center . And also such a kind will be suitable for bathrooms in private houses.
On the edge of the bath
The choice for the arrangement of modern bathrooms. Such products are suitable for mounting Provided that the installed plumbing will have suitable holes for placing the crane. However, if you wish, to use exactly this option of the crane in the bathroom holes for installation can be made independently.
In this embodiment, the placement of the watering can also be placed in the recess - When it needs to be used, with the help of a flexible shower hose conveniently placed on the wall. The design of the described type is in demand due to its attractive appearance, as well as ease of installation.
In the wall
The embodiment of the mixer, which will be placed directly inside the wall, and the mechanisms responsible for the control are output to be opened.
Installation of such devices will require cut into the wall, hiding the tap and tap pipes in its thickness.
As a result of installing such a crane in the bathroom, it will look aesthetic, however Installation work will require a certain professionalism, as well as the need to dismantle the part of the wall in the room.
Outdoor
Expensive variety of mixer with watering can not use wide demand among consumers . Conducted by the complexity of fastening a plumbing device. However, for some stylistic solutions, large bathrooms with plumbing standing on a cent, such cranes will be appropriate addition in the decoration.
Options are vulnerable
Today manufacturers of plumbing and components offer cranes with various varieties of fuses.
Designs with long expulsion
The most suitable option for baths. Due to this possibility of using such a mixer not only over the bathroom, but also over the sink, But subject to their relative position. The use of a multifunctional mixer allows you to save on the purchase of fixtures for the arrangement of the bathroom, in addition, there is no need to install two cranes in one room.
However, products with swivel expulsion has its own minuses. This concerns the weakening of the compounds as a result of a frequent change of the position of the crane. When choosing, it is recommended to pay attention to the length of the crane and the angle of its movement.
Mixers with short exposure
New version of plumbing, which is also in demand today. The main positive feature of this type of product is The ability to install on the side of the bathroom. In addition, for a crane with such a design, it will not be necessary to allocate a lot of space, which will be relevant for rooms with a small area.
And also when choosing the options of the spout, you must pay attention to the nozzle configuration. It can be made in two types:
- shower leak;
- Aerator.
The first type involves working in two modes. In the first case, water is fed by a jet or directly like a shower. The liquid is not sprinkled, since the flow of water is divided into several pips. The design can work on the drip or intensive stream.
As for the aerator, it will submit no less powerful water pressure, but the savings are observed substantial. It is due to this mixing fluid with air flows. Such a submission is assigned the name "The effect of cavitation". To ensure a good pressure, open the faucet to the full power of necessity will not be.
Types Leek
Considering the design of the mixer with the shower, it is necessary to study the varieties of the leeks that will act as a component of the kit. As for the material for the manufacture, watering can be plastic and metal.
Metal
A reliable model that is highlighted by its greater operational period, which causes the high cost of products. Various metal alloys can be used as raw materials, including brass.
Plastic
Products from the polymer will have a more affordable cost, but in terms of practicality, its indicators will be lower in comparison with metal products. The main disadvantage of the leek out of plastic is fragility, which you can not say about brass components.
And the watering can be classified on the market, taking into account the water supply regime. Today, the consumer can acquire a mixer with a shower of the following species:
- with drip water supply;
- with intense spraying;
- with massage effect.
In addition, the shower may have different mounting options. So, the bathroom kit includes the following types of installation of the watering can:
- ceiling;
- wall;
- Manual, requiring a special holder.
Materials
Modern plumbing today is made of various raw materials. Each material is inherent in its individual characteristics. Most often, the manufacturer in the process of making cranes with watering can use several types of materials.
Steel
Survived raw materials whose popularity is due to high wear resistance and practicality in terms of operation in the bathroom. Products made of steel are considered universal, because in their design and appearance can be perfectly signed in any interior of the room, Supplementing the plumbing with a beautiful and useful adaptation for water procedures.
As a rule, reliable and high-quality steel mixers have quite affordable cost.
Ceramics
Raw materials in demand by manufacturers for the release of elite plumbing. Ceramic wandes with switch and tap are usually made with interesting design options and forms.
However, the installation of such a mixer will require a very neat pressing of plumbing, since the material has extremely low resistance to mechanical damage.
As well as devices from this raw material belong to the expensive line of plumbing devices.
Bronze and brass
Material represented by copper and zinc alloy. Plumbing components from such raw materials are notable for their durability, as well as an attractive appearance. In addition, bronze mixers have high razavchine resistance, mechanical deformation. Products have a high cost, so Most often is purchased for the arrangement of bathrooms with expensive repairs and plumbing.
Silumin
The cost-added material is used for the manufacture of plumbing from the line of inexpensive components. As practice shows, Mixers with a shower of such raw materials are able to serve in a bathroom for no more than two years.
As for the external coating of cranes with watering can, then manufacturers offer the following options:
- chromium;
- stainless steel;
- enamel;
- Different spraying.
Due to some varieties of additional coating on the cranes It is possible to avoid the appearance of traces of water and fingers . Chrome-plated adaptations are considered more hygienic, moreover, the presence of a coating has a positive effect on the attractiveness of plumbing.
Dimensions
The height and the length of the gland can be different. Today there are the following products on sale:
- with low emissions;
- with medium scratch;
- with high emissions.
As for the length, the classification of products involves the following selection of mixers:
- short;
- medium;
- Long.
Most often, the baths are purchased with medium sizes.
However, for non-standard design solutions and plumbers made by individual order, a high crane corresponding to the overall design of the room can be used.
Design
A similar component of the bathroom also requires a selection in accordance with the overall decoration. In the question of the configuration of plumbing, it will be important to take into account the design and shade of the mixer.
Today, the taps of an elongated or cubic form are relevant for attachment on the horizontal surface, having a minimum number of additional decorations.
There will be a popular design with the right shapes without sharp corners and bends. The variants of retro style mixers are in demand with watering can be relevant, steel products or white ceramics cranes remain relevant.
As well as in demand among consumers there will be chrome mixers, exclusive options with a design that has imitation of the use of granite when designing.
Manufacturers and popular models
Today, the manufacturers of plumbing and components have formed a certain ranking of brands that are in demand among consumers. As for the choice of high-quality faucets with watering can, it is worth highlighting a number of brands and current products.
Grohe.
Products of the German manufacturer who earned an excellent reputation around the world. Production of mixers has been engaged in long, cranes from Germany are allocated by their high characteristics concerning reliability. As well as in the process of production of mixers, only high-quality raw materials are used, the products are reliably protected from corrosion.
Damixa.
Plumbing Danish production, which stands out among competitors with its remarkable design, as well as a reliable assembly. The product range is regularly updated with new varieties of mixers.
Among the features of Danish cranes with a shower, it is worth noting the presence of a warranty period for all products, the possibility of economical water consumption due to the features of the design of the fouls.
Oras.
Finnish trademark, implementing plumbing and additional devices for it from modern materials and alloys. Mixers of this brand are highlighted by the lowest damage, as well as products are easy to operate, have automatic compensation of the pressure difference and water temperature.
In addition to the above manufacturers, there are many products of other brands that deserves the attention of buyers. Among the available range is to highlight Wasserkraft, Millardo, Kaiser, Lemark, Vidima , as well as budget Czech faucets, domestic Russian systems for the arrangement of bathrooms.
How to choose?
In order to pick up a bath and shower kit with a watering can, it is recommended to take into account some nuances.
- Usually, High-quality plumbing is highlighted by a high cost Therefore, with the arrangement of the bathroom, it is better to determine in advance with the number of mixers, since the available varieties allow you to save, purchasing one design for the bath and sink. For small baths and washbasins located nearby, it will be more correct to buy a universal long mixer with a rotary mechanism.
- It is not necessary to consider as an alternative to the German or Czech plumbing a variety of cranes of Asian manufacturers. The price of such mixers will be low, however, for reliability and other characteristics, such cranes will give up, which will adversely affect their operational period.
- When choosing, in addition to design and sizes, it is worth paying attention to the material that is used for the manufacture of cranes, hose and leek . In priority, steel or bronze varieties will be demonstrating high rates of reliability and resistance to high humidity.
- Since the choice of choice concerns a whole design consisting of several functional elements, it is recommended to pay attention to the characteristics of the switch on the tap. This mechanism should be simple and easy to operate.
Therefore, before buying, it will not be tested to test the plumbing - Ideally, switching should occur without extra effort with one simple movement.
- It is important that the mixer functions smoothly, avoiding sudden drops in the pressure and the temperature of the supplied water. Racing of this kind will indicate the low quality of the purchased products.
- It is recommended to consider as a potential product to install in the bathroom only that products that will be guaranteed from the manufacturer. In particular, it concerns sensory and other electronic varieties that will be highlighted by high cost.
- As for the design, it is more correct to consider Universal steel or chrome mixers that will successfully harmonize with any plumbing in the bathroom.
- Planning an independent installation, It is worth choosing a crane with a watering can, which will succeed without much difficulty to put it yourself. For these purposes, it is worth considering the simple constructions of a mortise type that do not require any dismantling work with the wall.
- The control system selection depends on personal preferences. A high-quality double-point crane in terms of operation will be equally practical than modern options with one turning mechanism.
Installation rules
Mounting works are not particularly difficult. If the dismantling of the previous mixer is not provided, the installation algorithm includes several items.
- If the tap is embedded in the plumbing, then the first thing you need to put it on a special rack over holes in the bathroom. Fix the device bolts.
- Further, all hoses need to skip through the holes, compact them with the help of rubber gasket. The final stage will be a dense screwing of the device to the surface.
- To ensure that the crane can be used, you will need to docile all hoses with pipes, fix them with nuts.
Installation of mixers to the wall will require a partial dismantling of finishing materials. Here it is necessary to attract specialists to the installation.
As a rule, the installation of wall cranes implies the structure of the design at a given height from the floor with a supply and connection with plumbing communications. In addition to the installation of the mixer itself, the installation of the device in most cases will require the mounting of the rack for the shower watering can. The standard for the work of the work will be fastening the element for the shower on the wall near the crane, the vertical corner version of the rack is also used.
Possible troubleshooting
In the design of the mixer with a shower, various components may come out. Consider what breaks most often.
- Flow under the valve. This element needs to be disposed of only in the case of the wear of the metal itself. As a rule, if you disassemble it and replace the gasket, the crane will work properly.
- Leak under the nose. This problem will also be removed, if you remove parts and replace rubber rings.
- Leaks in the hose of watering . Such an unpleasant situation is usually associated with the wear of the inner rubber part of the hose. As well as similar breakdowns are usually accompanied by an opening of a metal braid inside the product. It will be rather difficult to repair it, in addition, in this form, the hose will have an unattractive appearance. In this case, it is recommended to buy a new product.
- Wheel breakage. Such a malfunction also concerns the need to fully replace the component for a new shower.
Review reviews
According to consumers' responses, use in the bathroom mixer with watering can have a positive effect on the comfort of hygienic procedures. Quality models of cranes are highlighted by a large operational resource and the minimum risk of breakdowns. In addition, the available types of high cranes with a turning mechanism allow you to save on the purchase of individual products for washbasin and sinks.
In the next video, you will learn how to choose a mixer for a bath.