Low base shower enclosures - non-standard choice benefits

The height of the shower stall plays a significant role not only in terms of ease of operation, it also depends on how well the cabin fits into the bathroom interior. Usually people choose intermediate options with heights up to 50 cm, but sometimes preference should be given to lower models.

Comparison of cabins with different height of pallets

The classification of the booths can be performed according to a variety of parameters, but in this case, it is of particular interest to the height of the pallet, or rather its influence on the ease of operation of the shower stall.

Depending on the depth can be identified:

• shower trays with low base - such models can be recommended if there is a place in the bathroom to accommodate a full-size bathroom. It should be understood that flat models will still slightly rise above the floor. Increased demands in this case are put forward to the sink, it should work without interruption, because in the event of problems in the bathroom just happen a flood;

Note! Low pallets are especially relevant if the elderly people live in the house. For them, overcoming obstacles with a height of even 30-40 cm can be quite a challenge, low shower trays in such a situation are simply necessary.

• medium height models with a depth of no more than 25 cm can be considered. This is more than enough in most cases, and in case of problems with the drain, the person will have time to turn off the water and not allow a state of emergency in the bathroom;

• deep models can compete in height with some baths, although they cannot fully replace them. Usually large cabins with deep pallets are installed in the case when the bath simply does not fit, and, if necessary, often bathe children or pets.

At the same time, it is necessary to understand that a shallow pallet can be quite high, if during the installation the builders decided to lift it at the expense of the frame. Sometimes it is necessary to do this in order to hide the pipes under it.

More about low-floor showers

Cabin models with low pallets come in many shapes and sizes, so sometimes it is quite difficult to make the right choice. In addition to the size and price, attention should be paid to a couple of important points.

Sizes of shower cabins

The size of the shower stalls with a low tray height is almost the same, there is no too much variation in values. Usually 200 cm is considered to be the minimum height, this is more than enough for the average person. Although the height of the cabins may exceed this value, models with a height of 216, 225 and even 240 cm can be found on sale, this is enough even for basketball players.

As for the dimensions in the plan, there is much more choice here. The most common sizes can be considered from about 90x90 to 120x120 cm. Of course, a lot depends on the build of a person. For example, a shower cabin with a low 85x85 cm tray will suit a well-built person, but a densely built person will experience constant discomfort, constantly touching the walls with his elbows.

Note! When choosing a booth it is generally undesirable to choose a size smaller than 90x90 cm, it is simply illogical. Saving 5 cm is not such a big gain in free space, but the same 5 cm affect the comfort of operation quite strongly.

The abundance of sizes due to the fact that by and large regulatory documentation on the size is absent. Among the existing GOSTs and SNiPs, only SNiP 2.09.04-87 can be mentioned, but it also contains requirements for showers installed in non-residential houses. So, a shower cabin with a low pan 110x80 and other sizes suitable for home.

Separately, it is necessary to dwell on the form of cubicles, square or rectangular outlines - the simplest option, but there are still models with a rounded outer edge and 5-coal variants. In addition to the interesting appearance with this approach, a small saving of free space is achieved.

It is not obligatory to go in cycles in the listed forms of shower cabins. On sale you can always find the original models that, for example, combine the usual bathroom and the basic functions of a shower cabin.

Most often, in this case, a regular bath is simply installed, and only a part of the bathroom is protected by glass or plastic curtains, while a shower panel is installed on the wall. The price of such a cabin combined with a bathroom will be less than the total cost of installing a separate bathroom and a cabin.

In some cases, installing a large cabin can make it inconvenient to move around the bathroom. For example, a shower cabin with a low pan 120x120 cm may not fit into a narrow room. But using a 5-angle model (or a rounding option) will bypass this limitation.

What you should pay attention to when choosing

Choose a shower stall should be the largest family member, and even better, in general to do the choice of the whole family. So with the size does not happen an error and the design will be chosen successful.

It is worth paying attention to such moments as:

• sizes - the recommended sizes have already been discussed earlier, the model 120 by 120 cm should be enough with a margin;
• it is desirable that there are relief notches at the bottom of the pallet - they will not allow slipping;

Note! If there are no such notches, then they can be replaced by a rubber mat, which is purchased separately and simply fits on the bottom of the pallet.

• if the shower enclosure is closed on top, then you need to make sure that there are no problems with ventilation. Usually, fans are supplied with the package; with a purchase, it is enough just to check their serviceability;
• cost is also not the last criterion when choosing. It is worth considering that cheap models, as a rule, have only a basic set of functions (that is, there will not be any hydromassage, there will be no built-in phone, etc.);
• joints should be without gaps and gaps. Even a microscopic gap will eventually lead to the formation of mold, fungus, it will be rather difficult to eliminate this defect with your own hands.

Installation Features

In general, the process remains the same - a siphon is connected to the pallet, which then connects to the sewage system.

But in the case of a low pallet you need to consider a couple of features:

• If you try to underestimate the pallet as much as possible, you will have to use ultra-flat siphons. Nothing bad can be said about them with the exception of low throughput (at a level of about 0.5-0.7 l / s). In most cases this will be enough, but if a powerful tropical shower is used, the instruction will require slightly lifting the tray and installing a regular siphon;

• in this case, even when using an almost flat pallet, it will be located at a height of 20-30 centimeters. So the issue with bandwidth needs to be solved at the stage of choosing a shower stall.

Otherwise, the installation process of any booth (with a low or regular pallet) looks the same.

For example, a standard model measuring 110x110 cm will be installed in this order:

• at first the pallet is established, it is connected to the sewerage;
• then the rear walls are installed, hot and cold water is connected;
• further side walls are mounted;
• at the final stage, the roof is installed, the booth is connected to the network.

In conclusion

Quite often in the shower instead of the usual deep can be seen almost flat pan. In addition to the purely aesthetic effect, it has a number of practical advantages. If all the rules for selection and installation are observed, this feature does not affect the functionality and usability of the booth.

The video in this article discusses the features of the popular Timo TL-1501 low-shower cabin.