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Small-sized apartments force many owners to invent various tricks so that their bathroom can accommodate enough equipment. In this case, the desire to replace the standard bath with a shower stall plays an important role.
Today we will look at whether it is really necessary to do this, when it is best to decide on such a radical replacement, and whether it is possible to combine both a shower and a bath with each other.

As we see, there are quite a lot of questions, and for each of them a separate review can be made. But, we will try to very briefly, although with all the details to answer each of them.
In addition, the pros and cons of a radical replacement of a bathroom with a shower box or a stall will be considered. Before you choose a shower for the bathroom, you should familiarize yourself with it closer.
What gives us a replacement bath shower
- So, the first advantage that immediately catches the eye, in the bathroom becomes much more space. This is especially felt in apartments built in the 60-70s of the last century, the so-called "Khrushchev".
- A small cabin with glass doors and walls also contributes to the visual expansion of the interior.. The effect is often supported by the corresponding light composition.

- The owners will immediately notice that they have a place under a full-sized washing machine, which previously could only dream of.
- The vacated space not only unloads the interior, but also makes it more airy and not crumpled.. When choosing it, you can use ready-made design practices or create your own original version.

In any case, it is necessary to decide - the bathroom will remain separate or will be combined.
Tip: The second option is more preferable, but less mobile, especially if there are several people living in an apartment or house.

What will give the removal of the septum:
- appear at least a little, but additional space. If you install a shower instead of a bath, this component will increase;
- if someone takes a shower, use the toilet will not work.
Often, the vacated space is filled with a washbasin with a cabinet and a cabinet with a mirror, thereby creating a more comfortable and functional atmosphere in the bathroom.
The design itself depends on:
- from the location of the doors;
- total area of the room;
- placement of water and sewer pipes.
Your vision of the future interior will play a significant role in this.

Combined systems
The very idea arose from designers recently, and it turned out that it was not only in demand, but also simple. Among them are compact models and interesting options that combine various water solutions commonly used for spacious bathrooms. For example, the company Jacuzzi showed a bundle of its hot tub with a shower box, which has a long service life and basic operation.

In fact, the Twin series has become the trendsetter of the new design, the idea of which was also picked up by other manufacturers. The price of such a device, of course, is high, but on a limited area it is possible to obtain both the advantages of a shower stall and a massage bath, turning the bathroom into a multifunctional complex. Turn one into another can almost instantly.
Tip: you can choose models with minimum and maximum functions. For example, do not acquire designs with a massage component that will be significantly cheaper.
Albatros
The company offers left- and right-hand models, and in combination with simple installation they can be placed in any bathroom interior as conveniently as possible.
Designers in search of the ideal solution offered the combined systems which can:
- used for wellness functions;
- do not weight, but rather ease the interior space.

Shower cabin can be made with:
- multi-function panel, thanks to which everything is located at hand;
- door;
- sliding glass partition;
- fashionable curtain.
Alvea
In this case, the hydromassage bath and the multifunctional shower box are integrated into one whole, although it functions autonomously. The design received the informal name of "water paradise."
In it are concentrated in addition to the above - shower (cascade, manual and circulating) and Turkish bath. Management is done by simply pressing a button.

Where to install a shower stall
Below we consider several standard area options:
Square | The entrance to the bathroom is rounded, a typical option for "Khrushchev":
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Rectangular |
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In a small room (< 2 square meters m) |
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In a large room | Any model of the shower stall (hydrobox) and bath will be appropriate. We recommend placing them among themselves opposite diagonally, then the free space will be used as efficiently as possible. |

The way to install a shower in the bathroom
Interior designers offer the following options:
- Freestanding. It is used only in specially designed for this bathroom, so you can not meet it often. Refers to exclusive accommodation and the price of equipment can be significant.
- The angular method makes it possible to maximize space in the room, so it is considered the most used.
- Wall - the stall actually takes up as much space as the bath.

Tip: the use of a shower cabin with a deep tray gives its advantages - you can wash clothes manually, bathe the child, her assembly is done with his own hands.
If you choose between a standard bath and shower
Based on the foregoing, you can answer the question that it is better to have a bath or shower, after first sorting out their main features.

Advantages of the booth:
- significantly saves space, which will allow to diversify the interior of even a small bathroom;
- water consumption decreases, experts cite a figure 5 times compared with a bath;
- although the installation instructions are somewhat specific, however, you can cope with it yourself;
Tip: when connecting the booth to the water supply and sewage, follow all rules in order not to flood the neighbors from below.
- functionality;
- massage nozzles;
- the possibility of using a steam generator;
- the use of infrared emitters;
- installation of additional accessories that turn the adoption of water procedures into a fascinating action.
Bath advantage:
- more complete relaxation due to immersion;
- it is possible to take water treatments with plant extracts or salt;
- easy installation and connection to the sewage system and water supply;
- use of eddy water flows.
Conclusion
At the end of the article we can say that it is best when there is an opportunity to install both a shower and a bath in the bathroom. In the first case, it is possible to quickly bring yourself in order, in the second - water treatments provide a greater effect for relaxation.
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