The hygienic shower is a great alternative to a bidet, which is especially true for owners of bathrooms with limited space. Self-installation is not difficult, and you can cope with this task without the help of a plumber. Although before that you should familiarize yourself with the design device and installation features.
Sometimes the long-term use of such an installation involves the replacement of some of its elements. For example, you need to replace the thermostat for a hygienic shower. In this case, it is important to know some details. This will be de alt with in the course of the article.
Why do I need a thermostat in my hand shower?
This fixture is an integral part of the fixture in most hygienic shower models, including those from Grohe. Thanks to him, it becomes possible to regulate the supply of cold / hot water, as well as the level of its heat.
The main task of the thermostat is to mix water with the purposeobtaining the optimal temperature, which the user has the opportunity to set independently. It is worth noting that any fluctuation in water temperature can be easily controlled using a thermostat, bringing the water to a pleasant temperature for the body.
Besides adjusting the water, what does a thermostat do?
The thermostat for a hygienic shower is:
- Ability to choose a product with adjustment WITH. Moreover, the latter mode is available only for models of Grohe thermostatic mixers with the SafeStop Plus water control system.
- Safety with double thermostat housing or CoolTouch technology.
- Chance to save on water, well worth the cost of buying a thermostat for a hygienic shower.
- Availability of additional functions.
- Reliable water filtration system.
What does flush mounted hand shower thermostat mean?
This installation method is complicated and expensive compared to outdoor installation. Although some benefits are undeniable:
- aesthetic appearance due to the fact that the entire "kitchen" is hidden under the finish;
- tight connection;
- minimum mechanical impact on pipes and mixer.
Another distinctive feature of installing a hygienic shower with a thermostat is the deepening of the faucet into the bathroom wall, which allows you to leave only a joystick or lever outside to control the pressure and temperature of the supplied water jet.
Where to start installing a thermostatic shower?
Repairers recommend installation during the overhaul of the bathroom, carefully planning the scheme of work. It is the preparation that takes most of the time, while the installation itself is not laborious.
The procedure takes place in several stages:
- At the first stage, they prepare the place of the proposed installation of the structure in the wall by drilling a recess of the appropriate size.
- On the second stage, ditches for water supply are being driven, moving in the direction from the nearest source of water supply to the installation site of a hygienic shower with a Grohe thermostat.
- At the third, water pipes are laid and connected to the central water supply network.
- On the fourth - install a mounting box and a functional part of a hygienic shower with a thermostat into the wall, connect it to the water supply. After that, all connections are checked for tightness, since in the future this will not be possible.
- Fifth - strobes are closed, walls are leveled, plastered, cosmetic finishing is performed.
Pay attention! The mounting box must be securely fastened to the wall.
This completes the installation of a hygienic shower with a hidden thermostat.
Wall mounting hygienic shower thermostat
Having coped with all the preparatory work, you can proceed directly to connecting the equipment. This part of the work is usuallydoes not cause difficulties and consists in:
- Fixing the shower holder to the wall in an accessible place and position. So that you can get it with your outstretched hand without getting up from the toilet.
- Installing a joystick with a decorative panel on the faucet.
- Connection to hygienic shower and concealed flexible hose thermostat.
The thermostat for the hand shower is an integral part of the design, allowing you to easily adjust the flow rate and water temperature. This simple device in a hygienic device kit will help you avoid possible inconvenience during hygiene procedures associated with fluctuations in the supply of hot / cold water, which is not uncommon in apartment buildings.
