Speed is the main defining characteristic of the life of a modern person. But taking a bath is not always enough time and effort: a quick shower is great. A shower cabin is more profitable than a bath: water consumption is six times less. But what if the bathroom has an old bulky bathtub? The alternative is a shower stall. Sizes can be selected based on area and needs.
Types of shower cabins
- This is a complex structure that consists of walls, a pallet, doors and a roof. They are attached either to the wall or put in a corner. This largely depends on the configuration of the pallet and the space that you want to save in the bathroom. Therefore, a shower stall is required. Dimensions can be decisive here. Walls adjacent to the wall, doors or curtains are installed on the metal profile. And there may be a roof on top, but there may not be. Reviews of those who already use such a miracle of progress say that this process has practically no effect.
- If the cabin is not completelysealed, steam will come out when washing. Such a cabin, of course, is cheaper - from 15 to 45 thousand rubles. A cabin will be cheaper if plastic is used as walls.
- A more expensive option is tempered glass, which can be clear, frosted, colored or chrome. The hermetic seal of the cabin will ensure silence, no one will disturb the peace of the neighbors with music and songs. Not only loud sounds, but also heat will remain in the cabin. Those who use such a shower stall are advised to take this option.
How to choose a shower stall
First, you need to decide how to allocate space in the bathroom. Secondly, decide what the pallet will be. Thirdly, to answer the question of how exactly to protect yourself from splashes. All taken together will show what kind of shower stall is needed. Dimensions can be determined right at the time of purchase by standing in the tray, closing the doors and raising your hands, moving them as if you were washing your head. So you can find out - it will be convenient for you or uncomfortable. Doors and curtains should not interfere with ease of use. Therefore, judging by the reviews, it is best to send the largest person in the family to the store to pick up a shower stall.
But first of all, when choosing a booth, you need to find out from the sellers the dimensions in centimeters. Usually they are different in width, depth and height. Before buying, it is necessary to make calculations and measurements of the place where the shower stall will be installed. Dimensions can be, for example: 217 or 216 x 160 x 90 cm orsmaller - 130 x 105 x 230 cm. This will help you navigate when taking into account the space occupied in the bathroom and determine the price, because the price range is quite wide - from 15 to 700 thousand rubles.
Sizes and prices
Shower cabins from Russia are distinguished by a relatively low price - within 20,000 rubles. At the same time, they have top covers, steam will not leave the cabin. In addition, they are equipped with glass (usually sliding) doors, are equipped with additional accessories and are easy to assemble.
That is, a shower stall, the sizes, the price of which is offered for any choice - from 80 x 80 x 190 cm to 100 x 100 x 220 cm, will not be a problem, you will choose it easily. One has only to carefully study the market. And more than enough expensive offers. By the way, according to modern standards, a shower cabin can be placed not only in the bathroom, but also in an ordinary room. Those who have done this say that it is very convenient. In addition, a modern stylish building can decorate any interior.
About pallets
This is an important point. Different materials are used for their manufacture: plastic and acrylic, enameled steel and cast iron, faience and artificial stone. Each has its own merits. Acrylic is inexpensive and warm. Modern technology strengthens acrylic pallets. Their rigidity is close to steel. Faience and artificial stone serve for a long time, but are expensive. Cast iron and enameled steel are easy to clean, but more expensive than acrylic.
Sizes of shower trays are small - 3.5 cm, medium - 10-18 cm andfor bathtubs - 45 cm. Forms - bizarre. However, the most popular are rectangular and semicircular.
And the last thing: when choosing a pallet, you need to choose the right height for it. It should not be shallow or too deep. Otherwise, in the first case, it will be inconvenient to wash, and in the second, you can stumble. The pallet, without bending, must hold a lot of weight. Reviews indicate that it is very convenient when it is not completely smooth, but there are bumps on the surface.
Two in one
Most often, it is rectangular showers that are completed with a bathtub. It is these parameters that allow you to combine their functions. Dimensions of shower cubicles with bathtub, standard, rectangular:
- 100 x 80cm;
- 110 x 80cm;
- 120 x 80 cm;
- 120 x 90 cm;
- 90 x 90cm;
- 100 x 100 cm;
- 110 x 110 cm.
Here are the length and width of the cab. Height - 210-240 cm. Large-sized models include models with dimensions of 170 x 80 cm. This is already a full bath. If the cabin has a bath function, then it requires a deep tray - from 40 cm and more.
This is a much more reliable unit than low sump models. But they are also more expensive. A rigid curtain is mounted on the bath, which completely covers its width, and the length can be arbitrary. The range of prices at the same time is simply amazing: from 25 to 770 thousand rubles.
And if you put the booth in the corner?
- Wishing to save money, you should pay attention to shower corners. They differ from booths in the absence of walls and cost. lowestthe pallet, which can only be, has a height of 10 cm. It depends solely on the size of the doors - from 170 to 190 cm. The compact cabin has dimensions from 80 x 80 cm to 110 x 110 cm. It has no rear walls, but only a pallet and sliding doors. Mounting strips are attached to the corners of the bathroom walls, doors are attached to them, this ensures stability. The prices of such options are quite democratic: from 11.5 to 30 thousand rubles. In addition, those who use this type of shower cabin do not complain about the quality and ease of use.
- But there are also completely hermetically sealed models with complex built-in equipment (for example, a hydromassage function). They are lateral, vertical or cervical. Many will be delighted with the radio and telephone. These cabins are medium or large in size. 120 x 120 cm, 110 x 90 cm - these are the dimensions of shower cubicles, corner, large. If at least one additional function is provided in the cabin, then the cost will approach 200 thousand rubles.
Customer reviews of shower cabins
They are mostly positive.
- Saves space.
- There is a rain shower you don't have to keep.
- Hydromassage lets you relax and makes showering more desirable.
- Radio and color music help wake up in the morning.
- Water doesn't hit the floor.
- Cab light and colorful LED lights.
- Showering is more hygienic than bathing.
When choosing a shower cabin, the buyer assumes that it will lastfor a long time and will provide all modern conveniences: it will have a mirror, shelves for gels and shampoos, liquid soap dispensers, shower heads, a fan, lighting, telephone, hydromassage, foot massagers. And of course the remote control! If you want to relax comfortably at home, then you need to purchase an ultra-modern shower cabin. And compactness will allow, by expanding the space in the bathroom, to put useful household appliances in it.
