Shower panel: the choice of a suitable device and

It is not a secret that valves of taps, pipes with external location, watering cans and other sanitary devices do not fit well into the design of the bathroom. If you want to maintain the interior of the bathroom in a minimalist modern style, you will probably need a shower panel with a mixer. Now in the design of the bathroom will not be anything extra, while the functionality of sanitary equipment will not decrease.

In this article, we will talk about what bath shower panels are, how they are arranged, and what advantages and disadvantages they have. In addition, we will look at how to do this manual installation of these panels without the involvement of qualified plumbers.

Main varieties

Today, in most specialized plumbing stores, you can purchase ordinary and corner shower panels for the bathroom.

The difference between the two modifications lies in their location. Conventional models are mounted directly on the wall, while corner models are installed in the corner. The choice of a particular modification is due to the structural features of the bath or shower.

Shower panels, according to the configuration, may look like a solid plate or as a stand. Products in the form of a slab are used as an embedded solution when the panel surface is flush with the surface on which the installation is being carried out.

Therefore, such designs are most often used together with sets of showers. Shower racks are more versatile products that can be mounted both inside cabins and simply onto the wall in the bathroom.

In addition to the location and configuration, the panels for the shower differ in the degree of functionality. Everything, even the most budgetary models are equipped with controls to control the pressure and temperature of the water. More technologically advanced models, the price of which is high, can be equipped with a steam generator, multimedia system and even a telephone.

Despite the fact that such devices are considered as overkill by most buyers, the presence of a telephone and a music player in the bathroom guarantees additional comfort.

Shower panels can be selected in accordance with the production materials and materials used for exterior decoration. For example, you can buy metal, glass and polymer products.

Each species has certain advantages and some disadvantages:

• Glass products look stylish and at the same time can combine the function of the panel and mirrors.

Products made of glass are guaranteed to fit into the interior of most bathrooms, and will look good inside most shower cabins. The only drawback of the glass surface is its fogging.

• Products from polished stainless steel or aluminum alloy are a great solution for modern bathrooms and shower cabins.

Metal panels are distinguished by durability, resistance to mechanical damage and solid appearance. In addition, the metal sweats less than the glass surface.

• Polymer products are represented by a wide range of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) panels.

PVC models are distinguished by an affordable price, an abundance of textures and colors. In addition, polymeric materials have a lower thermal conductivity in comparison with glass and metal. Therefore, condensate does not form on PVC products during the operation of the shower cabin.

Now, when we are determined with the features of the selection and subsequent operation, consider how the installation of the shower panel.

Installation work

Installation instructions consists of two stages:

• Preparing for installation, when the wall surface is strengthened and leveled, engineering communications are brought in, a cabin is assembled or a pallet is installed, etc.
• Installation is the installation of structures on the wall with a preliminary connection to the water supply and electricity. The implementation of the second stage of installation work depends largely on the configuration of the panel and the level of its functionality.

Consider each of the previously listed steps in more detail.

Preparatory work

Considering that even plastic panels for a shower in the country weigh at least 5 kg, and metal counterparts twice as large as the surface on which the installation will be carried out must be durable and stable. If the wall is old, the plaster is strewing, and the ceramic tile in some places is moving away, it's time to reinforce the surface properly.

Important: Since you need a hidden eyeliner, you still have to break the plaster and remove the facing materials.

The instruction is simple:

• We arm ourselves with a perforator with a chisel and gently knock down the old tile. This will be easy to do if the ceramic coating has not changed since Soviet times.
• After the tile is knocked down, we check the quality and stability of the plaster layer. If the foundation is strong, it is sufficient to level it. If the old plaster pours, it is not worth the risk, since it will be right to bring everything down to the main partition.

Important: Before knocking down the plaster, make sure that there is no power wiring in this area of ​​the wall.

• After the plaster is knocked down, mark up the water inlet. In accordance with the marking we draw the pipes and draw the ends so that the ends are flush with the surface of the future plaster.
• At the ends of the pipes we mount connecting fittings to the diameter of the panel hoses. We tie the fittings with cellophane so as not to clog with the solution.
• We supply power wiring and other communications necessary for panel operation in corrugated hoses.
• In accordance with the indicators of the water level, we expose beacons, which will be plastering.
• To achieve maximum depravity, liquid glass can be added to the plaster. But you need to remember that such a solution quickly seizes, and therefore will have to work without smoke breaks.
• After the plaster has dried, the tile is laid with the necessary subsequent filling of the interlayer joint with grout.

Panel mounting

Now it remains to consider how PVC panels are mounted for the dacha shower.

• We attach brackets to the reinforced wall and mark the location of the mounting holes with a marker.
• According to the marks we make holes and fasten the brackets with bolts.
• The panel is attached to the failed engineering communications in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
• Then turn on the water supply and check the installation for no leaks.
• The panel is fixed on the brackets, after which you can proceed to the full operation of the device.

Important: The optimal result of the installation work is provided if, in parallel with the installation of plumbing, the shower room is finished with plastic panels.

Conclusion

So, we learned what a regular and corner shower panel is. In addition, we reviewed the features of the installation of this equipment.

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