90x90 shower corners with a tray: selection and installation

In this article we will talk about how to prepare a shower corner with a 90x90 tray with your own hands for installation and installation. In addition, we will consider which varieties of this sanitary equipment are on the market and which of them is advisable to choose.

The topic of the article is of considerable interest, since a shower angle with a 90x90 tray is the optimal solution for arranging a not too spacious bathroom in an apartment or in a country house. That is why many compatriots refuse to use bulky and monofunctional baths in favor of a comfortable and at the same time compact shower.

So, the advantages of small-sized shower cabins with an angular location are obvious - space is saved in the room, water used is saved, which favorably affects the amount of utility payments, and besides, the construction of a pallet and walling looks great.

Main varieties

A modern shower corner with a deep tray 90x90, as well as an analog with less high sides, is designed for installation together with a shower cabin or for self-installation.

The classification of sanitary equipment is carried out in accordance with the type of production materials:

• Metal shower trays are represented by modifications with an enamel coating or modifications entirely made of stainless steel..

Important: Both those, and other products are perfectly protected from corrosion, and therefore durable. But the enameled product with random shocks (the fall of the watering can) is covered with seemingly inconspicuous microcracks. In place of the appearance of microcracks, rust appears over time.

• Products from acrylic distinguishes affordable price and ease of installation. Provided the installation work is properly performed, the resource of the acrylic pallet will be no less than the resource of metal structures.

An important advantage of acrylic plumbing in comparison with metal products is operational comfort, since polymeric materials are warm.

Important: When deciding on the installation of an acrylic tray, remember that the surface of the product is easily scratched. Subsequently, the scratches will be filled with dirt, which will not be easy to clean.

• Ceramic pallets are similar in appearance to acrylic products, but are characterized by greater weight and longer life..

Like similar products made of marble or other types of natural stone, ceramics are not mounted on a support frame, but on a concrete or brick base.

• Products from natural or artificial stone (granite, marble, etc.) are distinguished by high prices.. But this is not surprising, since these pallets not only look great, but also have an almost unlimited operational resource.

Installation of such structures is similar to the installation of similar products made of ceramics.

The device of a corner with the acrylic pallet

In order to install a shower corner with a high pallet 90x90 cm you will need:

• special frame made of a metal pipe with a square cross section;
• a set of self-tapping screws 3.5-4 mm long;
• support legs;
• set of lock nuts;
• set of fasteners for the installation of the side "skirt".

Installation instructions consist of the following steps:

• We prepare to install the base of the floor, which should be smooth and durable, because during the operation of plumbing a significant mechanical impact on the floor will refuse. At the same stage, the location of the drain on the bowl is determined and a fan pipe with a siphon installed is brought to this point.
• Next, turn the pallet upside down with screws and screws around the perimeter in increments of 20 cm and fix the attachments for the side “skirt”.
• Then attach the frame to the bowl. With a step of 10 cm we drill holes with a diameter of 1 mm. Screw the screws into the holes prepared in advance so that they enter the bowl.
• Screw the adjustable feet and set them to the same height.
• Holding the frame, turn the bowl and put it on the ground as it will be located in the subsequent operation.
• We connect the siphon.
• With the help of the water level we position the bowl so that it stands exactly relative to the horizon. After the bowl has taken the correct position, tighten the lock nuts.
• Next, we apply the side "skirt" and wrap it with special screws at the bottom.
• After the "skirt" is screwed, proceed to the installation of the shower panel or rack. In either case, it is necessary that pipes with hot and cold water supply be brought to the place of installation.
• Given that the installation will be on the wall, the surface must be prepared. Preparation consists in strengthening and waterproofing the surface of the walls. Hardening is carried out cement-sand mortar with the addition of "liquid glass". Waterproofing is performed by special compositions on a cement base or by means of bitumen mastic.
• Subsequent installation of plumbing equipment is carried out in accordance with the type and characteristics of the plumbing kit used.
• After the installation of the shower panel or stand is completed, the cabin or guides for the curtain are installed. The choice of one or another modification of the design of the shower corner depends on your preferences and material possibilities.

Corner unit with ceramic tray

As already mentioned, a ceramic shower enclosure with a high tray 100x90 is not mounted on a metal frame, but on a specially prepared brick or concrete base.

Installation instructions for the following:

• We determine the location of the bowl of the pallet and draw the outer perimeter of the side of the bowl on the floor.
• From the marked area of ​​the base we remove the old floor covering.
• To the place where the drain will be located, we bring the sewer pipe, for this we make a trench to a depth corresponding to one and a half pipe diameters.
• Along the perimeter of the future pallet we lay out a brick side with a half-brick height.
• After the laying is finished, the junction of the floor to the side is waterproofed.
• On the corner walls, to which the pallet will be attached, a perforator is drilled with holes for screws and special fixings are fixed, which should be included in the kit.
• Next, set the siphon.
• In the space between the sides lay out a layer of tile adhesive, which will lay the bowl pan. At the same time, we try not to cement the siphon.
• We lay the pallet and, leaning with all our weight, we try to press it into the solution.
• After the bowl has taken its place, fasten the upper part of the siphon and insert the strainer.
• Then you can begin to install the shower panel and cabin.

Conclusion

As you could see, the instruction for selecting and installing a shower enclosure is nothing particularly complicated. Nevertheless, given the considerable cost of sanitary equipment designed to equip bathrooms, the installation should be taken as seriously as possible.

There are questions that need clarification? More useful information you can find by watching the video in this article.