Wishing to attract new customers, plumbing equipment developers usually rely on original design designs. Not always stylistic advantages entail practical benefits and save space in the bathroom, but there are pleasant exceptions. The unusual shape that the cascade mixer has also determines the advantages of the spout. If in conventional taps the jet is released in a dense dotted array, then in the case of a waterfall supply, dispersion occurs in width. At the same time, do not confuse this type of faucet with a regular shower.
Design Features
Actually, all the differences in the device come from the shape of the spout that supplies water. Also, the designs of spouts of this kind do not provide for the presence of an aerator that fills the jet with air. The hole at the end of the spout is usually presented in the form of a wide and flat spout. Thanks to this shape, cascading bathroom faucets form a large and even jet, reminiscent of the work of a miniature waterfall. Another characteristic feature of this type of plumbing is the thickened supply pipes. The design provides for the maintenance of large volumes of water for a uniform spout across the entire width of the spout,therefore, the communication components are larger than traditional faucet accessories.
Installing a bathroom faucet
Most often, baths are supplemented with such equipment, since in this configuration the advantages that a cascade mixer has are most fully revealed. The installation provides two installation options - directly into the wall or on the side. The first option does not depend on the design features of the bath and can be performed in almost any bathroom, if the communication equipment initially corresponds to the size of the hoses that a particular mixer can work with. If the dimensions match, the master only needs to fix the device block with fasteners, while ensuring the connection of the eyeliner.
Its nuances involves the installation of waterfall faucets to the side of the bathroom. On the one hand, the master may not take into account the basic plumbing connections, since the cascade mixer will be connected to the infrastructure of a particular bath. On the other hand, as follows from the previous condition, the accessory must match the technical parameters of a particular bath model, and this applies to both the connection and structural compliance.
The nuances of installing a sink faucet
To a large extent, the principle of installation for a washbasin corresponds to the rules for installing equipment in combination with a bathtub. Wall mounting is also possible, and ifIf a combined option is chosen, then it is necessary to take care of the technical and structural compatibility of the components. In addition, the cascade basin mixer can also be integrated into the countertop. This solution gives freedom in terms of installation, since a free niche under the table will allow you to install an eyeliner for almost any household model of a waterfall faucet.
But there is a significant drawback of this method. The space under the countertop in this case should be empty in order to maintain the physical security of connecting the supply hoses to the water supply structure. As for the installation of the device itself, the cascade mixer must optimally fit into the canvas of the countertop, and to fulfill this condition, it may be necessary to cut the material to specific dimensions. Stone models will cause the greatest difficulties.
Positive reviews of waterfall faucets
Most users note a truly stylish design of such modifications. The modern market is oversaturated with sanitary ware with bright, intricate and even extravagant designs. However, in this case, the stylistic effect is achieved not simply due to the shape of the structure, but due to the general principle of operation, which distinguishes the cascade mixer. Reviews emphasize that the imitation of a waterfall gives a special beauty to the installation. That is, the water itself acts as a design element. There are also practical benefits. The extension of the spout eliminates the hard fall of the jet, so in the process of takingbath users feel the softness and at the same time the bulk of the water. This spout configuration is beneficial for hot tubs where some modes require abundant water supply.
Negative reviews
The use of waterfall models is beneficial when equipping bathtubs, but the owners of such devices, complete with conventional sinks, also leave a lot of critical reviews. In particular, a wide spout is not always convenient when performing household operations with water. Still, a point-concentrated jet in many situations wins at the expense of practicality. In addition, cascading bathroom faucets use a lot of water. As already noted, this is due to the structural needs of this plumbing. Separately, the high price of waterfall installations is also emphasized, due to the complexity of the implementation of non-standard designs.
Conclusion
Using the original form of plumbing justifies itself in cases where there is a practical justification for this. Rational use of space and design capabilities of the equipment makes the bathroom not only attractive in appearance, but also convenient for daily use. In this regard, a cascade mixer can be the best solution if you think over its stylistic and technical features in advance. As far as design is concerned, it is best to initially choose a bathtub or washbasin combination that is included in the same series as the faucet. This will ensure both the unity of style, and, most importantly, the possibility of structuralcombining two elements of plumbing.
