Modern baths have long ceased to be a place where you can only swim. Many owners try to bring their unique individual zest here. Some prefer to use the latest finishing materials, others focus on luxury plumbing, while still others try to install all sorts of technological innovations, which include a cascade waterfall mixer. It is about him that the conversation will be discussed in this article.
Waterfall faucet - beauty and comfort
Cascade faucet is a modern and stylish design solution for your bathroom. Its device is the same as that of its conventional counterpart, with the exception of some features: water enters through a wide plate of various shapes and designs, which imitates a waterfall flow. Contemplation of such an unusual man-made mini-waterfall brings great aesthetic pleasure, and swimming under a wide and powerful jet allows you to enjoy unforgettablefeeling at home in the comfort of your home.
"Waterfall" is a faucet that can have such original and unusual design solutions that it can even be quite difficult to immediately understand its true purpose. On the modern market, you can find many interesting options, for example, faucets-shelves, as well as backlit, or built-in panels, etc.
The glass "Waterfall" faucet with backlight, which runs on mains or batteries, looks beautiful. In addition to the aesthetic appearance, it also has a practical function. The backlight helps in determining the temperature of the water: the higher it is, the brighter the light flares up. This is convenient, especially if there are small children in the family.
From all the variety, you can easily choose a model that is suitable for design, quality and price.
Features of cascade mixers
Waterfall bathroom faucet differs from conventional models in appearance - it is very hard not to notice. The design of such options uses a wide and flattened spout shape, due to which water flows in an even wide stream of a waterfall type. The internal structure of all mixers works according to the same principle of supplying hot and cold water and mixing it to obtain the desired temperature.
The only caveat is that the water supply to cascade models must have a sufficiently large throughput. By increasing the widthcascade-type mixers are capable of passing through themselves 25-35 liters, and some even more than 50 liters of water in one minute, gaining a full bath in just 3-5 minutes.
Management methods
According to the method of controlling the flow of water, waterfall faucets can be:
- Valve. Full opening of such taps is carried out by turning the valve a few turns.
- Single lever (joystick). Models of this type are considered the most popular. In them, the responsibility for opening the faucet and mixing the water is entrusted to the cartridge, which allows you to control the flow of water in short movements: when you lift the lever up, the faucet opens and the water pressure increases, and when you turn it to the right and left, the temperature is adjusted.
- Touch. These are new generation models. Their cost is much more than the above. The control is electronic, more precisely, by pressing small "buttons". When you touch one sensor, water begins to flow from the tap, and its temperature changes when you touch the other. As a rule, such Waterfall models have four sensors, two of which open and close the tap, and the other two regulate the temperature of the water.
Installation types
Installation of waterfall options is no more complicated than standard ones and depends only on the type of fastening of a particular model. "Waterfall" is a faucet that is mounted using a flexible piping, which allows it to be installed in absolutely anyplace. Most often it is mounted on the side of the bath or on the countertop. It is possible to mount it in the wall if it is made of drywall. An interesting option is the spout on a shelf or podium. Less popular floor "Waterfall" (faucet).
Cascading basin mixer
Waterfall basin faucet is considered the most affordable option for a wide range of users. As a rule, these designs are mounted:
- Directly on the sink or countertop itself. When installing for water supply, a flexible hose is used, allowing you to choose the appropriate mounting option for plumbing.
- On the wall. The wall-mounted basin faucet "Waterfall" refers to a universal device, since it can also be used for a bath. The installation of such a model involves a preliminary supply of cold and hot water in the wall, and its disguise. The mixer is mounted on the outlets of the inlets. This type of attachment is considered the most convenient and popular.
- Outdoor. "Waterfall" - a mixer, which in this version is a vertical rack attached to the floor, where the cold and hot water supplies are hidden. It is through it that water is supplied directly to the mixer itself. The design of such models is very original, but requires large bathrooms.
The main difference between cascade faucets and conventional faucets is the spout method - it is wide and flat. In all such structures, there is no aerator - a device that enriches water with air, resulting in quitewater consumption increases greatly.
Cascading bathroom faucets
The "Waterfall" bath faucet, like the previous type, is mounted:
- On the wall. Such models differ from simple bath faucets in the form of a "spout".
- On board the tub. If you place a Waterfall bathtub faucet at its head, you can get an excellent relaxation device. Bubbling soft jets will perfectly relieve nervous tension and fatigue.
- Into the wall. Products of this type are sold in parts. A complete set is very rare. The buyer separately purchases the built-in faucet itself, which is a plastic cylinder, inside of which is placed a brass cross with a control lever and four threaded connections, and a spout with a watering can separately. The advantages of this design include the fact that you can choose any external elements of the mixer that you like. The only disadvantage of this type of mixers is their complex installation.
- You can rarely find floor standing cascade mixers.
Material
From what the waterfall faucet for the washbasin or bathroom will be made depends only on the choice of the owners and the design of the room. Its design allows the use of a wide variety of even non-traditional materials such as:
- Glass (high strength, tempered).
- Stainless steel.
- Ceramics.
- Bronze.
- Metals with enamel and chromesurface.
There are also some designs that combine multiple materials. If desired, you can purchase the author's design, made to order with wooden, marble or precious metal coating.
Care, reviews and some recommendations
Cascade type faucets do not require any special care. The exception is glass and ceramic products. Despite the fact that high-strength materials are used for their manufacture, they still need to be protected from impacts. Waterfall faucet models with expensive coating cannot be cleaned with aggressive or abrasive products, and the wooden coating should be protected from excessive moisture.
According to user reviews, cascade-type products consume much more water, and this is practically their only drawback. They are great for filling a bathtub, but very impractical for a washstand. The use of such a faucet in the kitchen or for a bidet is extremely inconvenient for two reasons. First of all, because the faucet spout does not rotate. This is inconvenient when using faucets of this design in the kitchen. Also, due to the lack of an aerator, the directionality and strength of the jet is reduced, which in some cases also brings some discomfort. And yet, mounting such a design, you should be prepared for a significant increase in water bills.
When buying a product, you need to pay attention to the manufacturer. Faucets "Waterfall" are not cheap, and into avoid fakes, it is better to stop at models of trusted companies and buy them in stores that provide a guarantee for more than three years.
Waterfall Faucet Ledeme
For those who want to equip their kitchen or bathroom with an inexpensive faucet of excellent quality, Ledeme products are perfect. Despite the low cost, the products of this manufacturer are maintainable, durable and able to decorate any interior. The mixer "Waterfall" Ledeme is made in accordance with European quality standards. This model is made on modern Italian equipment from high-strength brass and colored glass. The mechanism is cascade, single-lever. Spout 170 mm high. Ceramic cartridge D40. The kit includes a flexible hose. The country of production is China. Warranty - 36 months.
By purchasing a Ledeme faucet, you will not only save money. The interior of your kitchen and bathroom will look more respectable and stylish.
