Mount
This paragraph refers not only to the geometric shape of the models (
square,
rectangular,
polygonal, round,
semicircular,
quarter circle), but also the method of installing the shower cabin, which is directly related to the design of the doors. Accordingly, according to the installation method, we can distinguish:
- Corner. As the name suggests, these cabins are designed to be installed in a corner; usually referred to as double-walled. They are divided into
symmetrical and
versatile. The main advantage of the former can be called universality - because. the design is the same on the right and left, it will fit well in any corner of the bathroom. Versatile, in turn, are somewhat more spacious, but less versatile. More details below.
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Right hand corner. A kind of cabins with a corner installation and adjoining the wall on the right side. Accordingly, the door is located in the opposite part of the cabin.
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Left hand corner. A kind of corner cabins with the left side leaning against the wall. The choice between left-hand and right-hand installation is determined primarily by the bathroom environment, in particular from which side the cabin can be accessed.
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- Near-wall(not corner). Shower cabins designed to be installed near the wall, regardless of the angles. As a rule, they have a three-wall or full- wall design. Given the characteristics of most bathrooms, this type of installation is not widely used - in particular, because it is designed mainly for large rooms.Glass thickness
Thickness of glass or plastic (cf. «Walls material») from which the cabin walls are made.
The thicker the glass - the stronger it is, the less likely it is to damage the wall as a result of an accident like a collision with a solid object. On the other hand, large wall thicknesses increase the weight and cost of the device. The minimum glass thickness for modern showers is 3 mm, and the maximum can reach 8 mm.
Hydromassage jets
The number of vertical hydromassage nozzles (excluding the nozzle in the bathroom). This determines the type and intensity of the hydromassage. In showers the number of hydromassage nozzles can reach 15 and even 20 pieces, but the average shower box has within 6-8 injectors. Models with a large number of hydromassage nozzles can use different nozzles, and the total number of nozzles will affect the features of the massage. When calculating the number of injectors, it should be borne in mind that nozzles can be heterogeneous. In the shower enclosures, a number of rotary nozzles can be used in parallel with standard nozzles.
In box
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Siphon. Equipped with a siphon (curved drain pipe) eliminates the need to buy a siphon separately, especially since the complete pipe is optimal for the pallet in size. However, it is not impossible to specify the size of the complete siphon and check how it will fit into the intended installation site.
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Mirror. The presence of a mirror in the shower cabinet will be useful first of all for various cosmetic procedures - applying masks, shaving, hair coloring, etc.
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Shelves. The shelves inside the shower can be used to accommodate various bath accessories: soap, shampoos, shower gels, washcloths, etc.
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Seat. With its own seat in the shower, you can take a relaxed position - not as comfortable as in the bath, but more pleasant than standing on your feet. Such a seat may be an element of the cab itself (in this case it is usually foldable) or be supplied with it as a separate chair. In models with the possibility of hydromassage (cf. «Functions»), this function is realized in such a way that under the jets of water was convenient to both stand and sit.
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Headrest. Special headrest installed in the model with bath (see «Type»). It plays the role of a pillow and allows you to comfortably place your head, lying in the bath - for maximum relaxation.
Country of origin
There are many national stereotypes: many users find certain countries more attractive than others. However, nowadays these stereotypes are practically unfounded. Firstly, in the country of origin of the brand, often only the headquarters of the manufacturer is located, and the production may be located in another state. Secondly, the origin of a certain country is not yet a guarantee of quality: it all depends on how carefully a particular manufacturer controls its products. Therefore, to assess the quality, it is worth focusing not on “nationality”, but first of all on the reputation of a particular brand and the price category of the product. Among the countries represented are the following:
Austria,
Hungary,
Germany,
Denmark,
Spain,
Italy,
Canada,
China,
Netherlands,
Poland,
USA,
Finland,
Czech Republic,
Sweden,
South Korea.
