How to install a flush-mounted mixer

Today, new technologies of sanitary systems do not cease to amaze impressionable consumers with their capabilities. More recently, an interesting invention was presented, called the flush-mounted mixer. And if you are interested in how to install a flush-mounted mixer, now we will consider this question in detail.

Mixers are separate devices that consist of several elements:

• Assembly box. This part is intended for full installation of the system and to ensure its reliable service.
• Mixer itself, combined with a thermostat.
• Decorative panel. Thanks to this part, the device has an attractive appearance. Such a panel is responsible for the functionality of the device, since it has a special flow switch and a lever with which it can be controlled.

There is no single and unique way to install mixers, since a huge number of models of mounting boxes are always presented to the attention of customers, which can be chosen depending on the type of mixing units.

For this reason, very often this work is entrusted exclusively to specialists, although it is quite possible to perform it independently, without the assistance of any outside help. In any case, you need to have at least an idea of ​​this kind of work in order to control your actions or the actions of masters.

Selection of flush-mounted plumbing systems

Nowadays, flush-mounted plumbing systems are becoming increasingly popular and can turn ordinary equipment into more creative options that will be a great addition to the bathroom.

During the installation of such elements, any engineering communications can be easily hidden and will not be able to spoil the interior of your home. Due to the universal system of concealed installation, users have the opportunity to install suspended type sanitary ware, shower cubicles and faucets for sinks, bath or shower. At this time, such systems can provide:

• hermetic installation;
• reliable work;
• non-interference in the performance of such systems.

Concealed installation systems can be attractive not only for their amazing design, but also for their versatility, as well as multi-functionality.

Assembly process

During installation, if you do the work yourself, you need to ensure the quality characteristics of the equipment, as well as its reliability. But for this you need to learn all the principles of installing such systems.

At the initial stage of installation, you must carefully read and understand the instructions that come with the device. It contains information relating to this particular model of mixer, which may be needed when working.

After that, you should choose the most optimal place to place the sanitary device and think over the whole scheme of work.

Before you start installing the mixer, you need to prepare a niche. The hole can be drilled using a concrete crown and perforator.

Installation of the mixer itself

The next step involves cutting out gates for laying water pipes in them, but first, find out where the spout and the watering can be located. From these places to the central unit of the mixer and should be laid grooves. Here you should also pay attention to the location of the nozzles that divert water. Do not allow water pipes to cross over. In the same way, the grooves can be laid for water supply pipelines to the mixers, only in this case they will make their way from the floor. There can be no problems with the grooves if the walls are sheathed with plasterboard. In this case, the issue of the mounting bore for the central unit of the mounted mixer can be partially resolved.

When it comes to those models that can be installed in the wall, their back side has some thickening, due to which the plumbing equipment keeps well in the fixed place. After fixing, you can connect the hoses. Next, you should check the effectiveness of the design.

The final step is to install the external elements. This process can be performed only after you have completely finished repairing the walls.

So, as we see, it is not at all easy to install flush-mounted mixers, as it may seem. The main difficulties may be in the choice and installation of the mounting box, but if you study the instructions, the sequence of all actions, then this procedure may take very little time. Nevertheless, it is better to assemble the device yourself, so you will definitely know all the details of the design and will be able to take any action in case of its breakage.

Video

This video shows how to install the hidden mixer unit:

This animated video details the installation of a flush-mounted mixer: