Comparison ATLANTIS GL-015 vs ATLANTIS AKL-1012A

The size of the overhead shower head supplied in the set (see "Complete set"). For round watering cans, this paragraph indicates the size, for other shapes - the length (the largest of the two main sizes).

The larger the overhead shower - the more space it covers, the easier it is to "fit entirely" under the jets and the higher the throughput can be (see "Water consumption overhead shower"). On the other hand, the cost of a watering can directly depends on the dimensions. As for specific figures, the size up to 20 cm is relatively small, although such watering cans are very popular due to their availability and low consumption. Models 21 - 25 cm can be classified as medium, 26 - 30 cm - relatively large, and the largest watering cans for the overhead shower have dimensions of more than 30 cm.

The size of the manual or hygienic shower head can be found (cf. «Complete»), which is equipped with a shower system. In fact, it implies the size of the working area - the area on which the nozzles for water supply are located. If this area is round or square, its size is indicated by diameter or width, for other shapes - by length.

Big size allows to cover more space at once; on the other hand, more compact models are more efficient, and cheaper, all other things being equal. And hygienic watering cans, taking into account the specifics of their use, by definition are made small.

— Hand shower. In this case, both manual and hygienic watering can be assumed (cf. «Type»), and in some sets - both at once. However, regardless of the type, the watering can be a key element for most shower systems: it is not only used to supply water, but also plays the role of a handle and provides ease of handling.

— Top shower (tropical). The top shower has the appearance of a fixed or inactive watering can of a large diameter, so that the water flows on the bathing above (hence the name). The classic installation option is a rigid pipe-bracket (it can be either ceiling bracket, or wall bracket), but there are other options such as embedding directly into the ceiling; The attachments may or may not be included in the package. Note that this device can be completed not only sets such as «upper shower», but also shower systems and hydromassage panels (see more. «Type»).

— Tap. The device to regulate the pressure and temperature of the water (in common parlance often called a «tap» or «taps», although taps are only one of the elements of the mixer). Shower system with such a device can be useful if there is no mixer in the bathroom or it requires replacement. It should be borne in mind that the complete faucets are most often designed only for the supply of water to the watering pads...and do not have a spill (although there are exceptions).

— Stand/rod. Construction in the form of a vertical pipe attached to the wall of the bathroom or shower/box. Such a pipe can be installed as a watering box for the upper shower, as well as a fixing for a hand-held watering can be provided in some sets both options. Also, the rack can be useful for placing additional accessories - for example, shelves or mirrors.

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— Shower hose. Classic flexible shower hose that is attached to a hand or hygiene watering can. The hoses may be of different lengths, but most often this difference is not critical. See details above.

— Shower head mount. Attachment for manual or hygienic watering. Such a device significantly simplifies storage during non-working hours. It should be noted that the attachments for manual covers can be installed at high altitude, which allows the attachment placed in such a device to be used as an improvised upper shower. The installation method can also vary: some fastenings are fixed to the wall, others are mounted on the post/bar (see above) and can move up and down. But fastenings for hygienic hoists are quite standard, they only assume a fixed installation on the wall.

— Shelf. Its own shelf for the accommodation of sauna accessories: shower gels, shampoos, sponges, etc. Its size is usually quite small, but it allows you to keep everything you need for swimming, which is called, at hand. As a rule, the shelf is attached to the rack (see above). The exception are hydromassage panels (see «Type»), but only because the role of the rack is played directly by the panel.

— Soap dish. Special place for storing hard soap. Usually has the form of a small concave shelf with holes or a lattice basket, so that the soap does not fall out and does not «stinger» in the accumulated water. Soap boxes are only found in shower systems with racks/bars (see above).

— Bracket. The bracket in this case is called the part for fixing an item to the wall or ceiling. In shower sets, brackets are mainly used to attach the upper shower or hydromassage panels (cf. «Type»). They can be installed on the wall or on the ceiling.

— On body / on the rack. The enclosure for the shower box is located directly on the system body. The presence of the attachment allows you to store the watering can easily until you use it, and the fastening on the case contributes to a simpler installation of the entire system (no need to look for additional space in the wall for the installation of the holder).

— Wall mounting. Availability of a separate accessory designed for the installation of a manual shower. This mounting option provides a separate installation that requires additional forces and care. But its location you dictate yourself.

Size of the hydromassage panel or shower set/system stand (cf. «Type») by maximum protruding parts in height, width and thickness. Note that in some models, not all dimensions can be defined uniquely - for example, if there is a wall mount (see above) for manual watering can be installed, the total width will depend on the location of the attachment. Therefore, only height and thickness, and in some cases only height, may be specified.

The main material used in the design of the shower system.

— Brass. Copper based alloy with zinc additive. Due to a number of features is quite common in shower systems, used in models of almost all price categories. Not all brass varieties are resistant to corrosion, but the situation is easily remedied by the use of appropriate coatings (see below). The Russian Federation has made a significant contribution to this process.

— Aluminium. Aluminium-based alloys are lightweight, and they are durable, durable and corrosion resistant. On the other hand, the cost of this material is quite high, so it is used mainly in premium models.

— Stainless steel. Very strong, reliable and resistant material, not susceptible to corrosion even when the protective coating is damaged (up to the fact that some products of «stainless steel» have no special coating). On the other hand, steel costs significantly more than coated brass, and the described resistance is not a decisive advantage. Therefore, this material is typical mainly for premium products (and even in them it is often combined with ABS plastic parts).

— ABS plastic. A kind of plastic with good strength and impact properties. In addition, this material is absolutely insensitive to moisture and quite durable (though, in the absence of ultraviolet - but i...t is not uncommon in modern bathrooms, where windows are either absent or have small sizes). True plastic, although it weighs less, and costs less than most alloys - still loses them in reliability. Therefore, as the main material for shower systems it is almost not used.

— Acrylic. Polymer material, in fact - a high-quality variety of plastic, familiar to many by modern baths. In many features similar to the ABS plastic described above - in particular, absolutely not afraid of water and weighs relatively little. At the same time, acrylic is much stronger, which allows you to use it even as the main material of hydromassage panels (see. «Type»). On the other hand, this material is significantly more expensive than plastic, weighs more, and still inferior in strength to most metals. Therefore, it was not particularly common in the shower systems.

— Glass. Quite unusual for shower systems material used in some hydromassage panels. Made of glass is usually the case of such a panel, other accessories (upper shower, watering can, etc. made of metal.). Such enclosures have an unusual and stylish appearance, they fit well into bathrooms with advanced modern design. This glass is completely insensitive to moisture. The main drawback of this material is considered fragility, but such a view is not entirely justified: glass in shower systems has a large thickness, and it may refer to a high-strength hardened grade. As a result, you can only crack such a product with a very strong blow; it is difficult, even if you initially set such a goal. At the same time, glass cases have no noticeable practical advantages over metal, and are much more expensive. Therefore, this variant is very rare, mainly in design models created in anticipation of unusual design.

— Silumin. A variety of aluminium alloys with a high silicon content. Silumin is characterized by high corrosion resistance, good durability, but is quite fragile and does not tolerate strong impacts, which is why it is used very rarely, mainly in low-cost models.

Note that in addition to the main material, there are usually other - for example, a brass watering can have an insert of ABS plastic. In addition, the properties of the shell are determined not only by the material itself, but also by the type of its coating (see below). In addition, the design of the casing is determined by the material.

Type of coating used in the shower system. Note that quite a lot of models are available in several coating options - mainly to allow the user to choose the most attractive in appearance option.

— Chrome. Typical mirror coating applied to various metal surfaces for corrosion protection. At low cost, chromium is resistant not only to moisture and other similar effects, but also to mechanical damage - scratches, cracks, etc. From its disadvantages it is worth noting some obscuring with time (in particular, due to the appearance of prints)However, this is a purely aesthetic, not a functional moment, and it is quite correctable (although it requires some effort).

— Chrome with gold. Chrome coating, usually classic shiny (see above), supplemented with separate gilded elements. This design gives the headset a rich and attractive appearance. On the other hand, the use of gold is expensive, so this option is found mainly among premium models.

— Matt chrome. The type of chrome coating described above has a matte (not ceramic) surface. With the same basic properties as classical chrome, the matte coating is much less prone to the appearance of prints and loss of «presentation»; in addition, it can be useful for rooms with original interior design. On the other hand, matte chrome is more difficult to produce, and therefore costs more and is less common....

— Gold. Coating of alloy imitating the appearance of gold. As a rule, it is not a 100% match in appearance, but the golden surface looks quite attractive and can be useful for bathrooms with an original design. In this case, the used alloys are generally quite resistant to corrosion and are quite durable, and are much cheaper than gold.

— Brass. The brass coating gives the product a characteristic golden shade, which looks original and fits well into the interior of the «retro» style, and the varieties of brass used in such cases have all the properties necessary for shower systems - in particular, strength and resistance to moisture. The drawbacks of this option include high prices and the appearance of prints over time that are difficult to remove.

— Nickel. The main properties of the nickel coating are similar to classical mirror chromium, but for a number of technical reasons are relatively rare.

— Bronze. Bronze gives the product a characteristic appearance «under the old». At the same time, it does not have other notable advantages over more traditional chrome coatings, and it is much more expensive, because of which it is used exclusively in «designer» models of shower systems (and even in them it is extremely rare).

— Stainless steel. Stainless steel has excellent anti-corrosion properties, but is not suitable for use as a coating material. Therefore, in this case, as a rule, we mean products of «stainless steel» (cf. «Material»), without any coatings - that is, the surface consists of the same material as the rest of the body. For a number of reasons (notably because of the high cost of steel), this option was not very common.