Corner showers: the advantages of such structures, tips on

13-03-2018

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Very often when carrying out repairs or building a house, the question arises, what to put - a shower or a bath? Of course, the ideal option is to establish both, but in practice this can be done by no means always, so you have to choose, and it is important to know the main advantages of each of the solutions. One of the most popular and sought-after solutions is the 90x90 corner shower, although the dimensions may differ, it is important to understand the advantages of this type of construction.

In the photo: 80 to 80 corner shower is suitable for those who need functionality and need to save space.

Advantages of corner designs

To begin, consider the most important advantages that the use of this type of equipment gives:

Compactness	Rational use of space is perhaps the main advantage of such systems. If the place is catastrophically not enough, then you can use a corner shower 70 to 70, although it is worth noting that for large people this option is not very convenient due to limited space. But larger structures do not occupy much space, because they are located in the corner.
Ease of communication	Any expert will confirm that it is much easier to connect the sewage system and the water supply system to the corner than to the middle of the room. This factor is especially important if you do the work yourself - unnecessary operations on wall shaving and screeds increase the complexity of the process.
A huge number of models	You can easily choose the best option for a variety of interiors that allow you to arrange the room in a single style, when each of the elements combined with the rest of the situation. The cabin can become even the central part of the room, if it is made of high quality and decorated with a variety of decorative elements.
Wide size range	You can choose the most various parameters of designs, dimensions of an angular shower cabin can vary from 70x70 to 120x120 cm and even more. In addition, there are options for a rectangular shape with a deep sump - a corner shower with a bath is a hybrid of two designs, although it takes up more space.

Note! Do not miss such an advantage as the tightness of the systems - now the spray will not fall on the floor and walls, which is especially important if you have children.

The size of the corner shower can be quite large, it all depends on your preference.

Tips for choosing and installing

You probably heard the opinion that corner showers, and other similar structures are unreliable and quickly fail. But most often, those who claim this used cheap Chinese-made models, the price of which is several times lower than good-quality options, but the quality does not even meet the minimum requirements.

We recommend purchasing only high-quality models, and they can also be made in China, the most important thing here is reliable materials and good quality performance.

If you prefer, you can find models with a very thin frame - they are completely translucent

Manufacturing materials

Let's start with the pallet, there are several basic options:

Ceramics It is used most often in expensive models, as it costs a lot and looks very attractive. In general, the option is not bad, but when heavy objects fall, it can break.
Acrylic - The most common and sought-after solution, you can find any size of corner shower cubicles with such structures. And they can be both small and deep, that is, to perform the function of the bath. The material is sufficiently durable, and if a crack is damaged, you can repair it yourself (there is a repair review on this resource).
Cast Iron Trays - the ideal solution for giving or a country house. They are characterized by low cost, while their strength is quite high. Steel versions of shower trays look like cast iron, but their wall thickness is less and their strength is lower.

Cast iron pallets are most often mounted in a pedestal or niche

As for partitions, there are two main options:

Strained glass characterized by high strength and durability. You can choose from a huge number of colors, in addition, the material can be either completely transparent, and frosted or even patterned. The only drawback is the large weight of the elements, and if you have a 70x70 corner shower, then the work is easier, but if the dimensions are large, then you will need several assistants.

Frosted glass allows you to limit the view.

Partitions from polymeric materials cost much less, and their weight is several times lower. But their durability is inferior to glass, in addition, the surface is less resistant to scratching and limescale. This option is suitable for use in summer cottages, where it is important to save on construction.

Angular shower 75x75 with polymer partitions much cheaper options with glass

Plumbing is also very important, here you can make a few recommendations:

Quality faucets and shower heads are made of brass with various decorative coatings. They are easy to distinguish by weight - they are heavy in contrast to the options of aluminum alloy - silumin. It is important that the mixing unit is not solid, but with a replaceable cartridge; this will simplify its maintenance in case of malfunctions.
All connecting elements and tubes must be strong and reliable.

Tip! Carefully inspect the surface of the plumbing fixtures: the coating on them should be perfect, without divorces and flaws. This is the first indicator of high quality.

Installation Recommendations

Instructions for the installation work without fail is included in the scope of supply, we will focus on the most important factors:

First of all, a pallet is put, the method of its attachment depends on the material of manufacture, acrylic versions are put on a frame with adjustable legs. Ceramic and metal structures are mounted on the solution, which must be given time for solidification, usually this period is a day. It is important to carefully seal the joint with the wall in order to prevent water leakage afterwards.
Next, you can install the shower panel and the rear walls, for this they need to be assembled (to fix the frame around the glass), then assemble all the elements together. An exemplary diagram is shown below, depending on the modification, some nuances may vary. But in general, the process is similar for almost all options.

It is important to carefully twist each element, without exerting excessive force, so as not to damage the frame.

Next, the profile is fixed along the edge of the pallet, after which the front walls can also be installed; for this, the frame elements are interconnected in prepared places. For this operation, it is better to invite assistants, since it is very and very difficult to hold the structure together and connect it yourself.
After that, the upper part is fastened, if available, and internal plumbing elements are put. And do not forget to adjust the position of the doors so that they move without obstacles, this will significantly extend the service life of the rollers. Door handles are also attached after installation.
At last, plumbing and electricity are connected (in the presence of lighting and other functions that require electricity). The pipeline connection scheme will help to deal with this issue and do the work quickly and efficiently.

In fact, the work may differ, as there are many models, and dozens of design options depending on the shape and size. Therefore, the instruction is required to study.

This diagram shows how the 80 × 80 corner shower differs from other sizes, as you can see, the small difference in dimensions gives a lot of space in the end.

Conclusion

If you value comfort and space, then you should pay attention to corner showers 100x100 or more, since this option is spacious, of course, if there is no space, you can use more compact solutions. The video in this article will help to visually see some of the issues discussed in the article, so we recommend that you also view it.