How to set up sewage for the shower

The shower cabin has long ceased to be something outlandish, and the owners of small bathrooms are happy to change the bulky baths to compact cabins. Yes, and lovers of quick soul, without hesitation, opt for these designs. In order for the shower cabin to serve you for many years, take care of the quality of its connection to all communications and enjoy use.

Independent installation of a shower cabin

If you are going to connect the shower to the sewage with your own hands, this can significantly save you money. In addition, it is not necessary to possess any special skills and knowledge, it is enough that you know how to use the necessary tools. Let's try to understand all stages of this process.

The choice of location and the shower itself

When choosing a location you need to be guided by three main features:

• Since this design is connected to electricity and contains metal elements, it needs to be grounded.
• When choosing a place, be guided by the dimensions of the shower structure, as well as its shape.
• Position the cabin closer to the ventilation system.

Note! The location also depends on how the shower door opens, as the convenience of entry and exit plays an important role.

• When buying a cabin, pay attention to its walls, if the price is low, then there is a possibility of “plastic” walls that are not very durable.
• Another aspect that is important when choosing - permissible pressure. It should be selected by the pressure of the pipeline.

Pallet Mounting

Be sure to observe the exact horizontal position of the installed pallet, for this you can use the construction level. It is mounted on several supporting elements, adjusting the desired height.

Connect to the sewer

Despite the sufficient simplicity of this stage, there are certain rules that must be followed.

• It is necessary to lay sewer pipes under a small bias that will provide the correct outflow of drains to the sewerage.

• Use high-quality flexible hoses.
• If you chose a place far from the sewer riser, it would be rational to connect a sewage pump for a shower cabin. This will avoid stagnation and unpleasant smell from the drain hole.

Tip! Use a pump with a solenoid valve to prevent flooding of the shower stall.

Necessary tools

• Corrugated pipes;
• Rigid pipes;
• Drainage systems;
• Fum-tapes;
• Shut-off siphons;
• Adjustable wrenches .;
• Laser or building level;
• Screwdriver set or electric screwdriver.

Step-by-Step Actions

Note! Included with each shower enclosed instructions for installation and operation. Study it in detail and try to follow the described recommendations.

• Having established the pallet, bring to it a pipe which is equipped with an adapter for drain pipes. For these purposes it is better to use rigid pipes, which allow to prevent stagnation of runoff waters.
• Installation of a siphon. Pick up hoses that have a small margin of length. An important element is the water seal, take care of its availability.
• We regulate height of the pallet concerning drain pipes. This unit must be at a higher level, this will ensure the correct outflow of water.

• We provide full tightness of pipe joints, for this we use a fum-tape.
• We test connections to complete isolation. To do this, turn on the strong pressure of water and check for leaks.
• Next, we collect the walls of the booth, the ceiling, install the door and fittings, connect to the electrical network. But do not rush to turn on the device, the first thing you need to check the reliability of all joints, make sure that the moisture can not interact on the electrical wire.

Note! Get a sealant before installation, silicone well seals the joints of any materials, this is important for plastic and metal parts.

After the assembly is completed, it is necessary to check the operability and tightness of the pipeline connections. In case of detection of any substandard elements, it is necessary to eliminate all faults before the cabin starts to work.

Sewage pump

If for some reason it is impossible to bring water into the house and install a sewage system with a self-flowing drain, then installation of the pump can be the solution. The idea of ​​what kind of pumping installations can greatly facilitate your choice.

So, the pumps are:

• Rod. Suitable for situations where the depth of your well is relatively small. The design is immersed in water in such a way that the motor, located on top, remains above the water surface.
• Rodless. This type is mounted for wells of sufficient depth. All structural elements are arranged as a single unit, and its complete immersion in water is meant.

The lack of sewage trap in the drain or poor-quality installation, often leads to the fact that there is a smell of sewage from the shower. In addition to odor, bacteria and fungi penetrate, which can negatively affect the condition of residents. The solution can be installation with compliance so that the water tank is filled with water to the brim.

You can try to cope with simple pollution with the help of household chemicals. To do this, just pour the solution into the drain hole, wait for the recommended time and drain the water. The special composition of the cleaning agent is capable of dissolving fatty deposits and other uncomplicated deposits.

And one more important point - if you decide to place a shower cabin in a wooden country house, then you should carefully prepare the room. At a minimum, it is necessary to acquire waterproofing materials and install them on the walls, floor and ceiling of the bathroom.

Conclusion

Now you know how to connect the shower to the sewer, features and important points of this workflow. If you doubt your abilities, are afraid to make any mistake, you can hire specialized workers, who for a small amount of money will take responsibility for connection and arrangement.

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