Sink faucets with a hygienic shower: types and features of choice

Each person, when arranging his bathroom, tries to choose the most high-quality and functional plumbing. Currently, in specialized stores you can see a large number of plumbing devices with additional options. Today we will talk about the features of mixers equipped with a hygienic shower.

A faucet with a hygienic shower for a washbasin is often installed if all the necessary finishing work has already been done and it is no longer possible to mount a full-fledged bidet or a separate faucet. The bidet shower cannot be connected to all mixers. To do this, it is worth choosing models with three outputs: for hot, cold and mixed water.

The faucet is installed to the hot and cold water supply. This is done using a flexible standard eyeliner. For mixed water, there is a separate rigid line that comes out of the valve body. It is equipped with a special adapter, on which a shower hose with a hygienic shower is attached.

A hose with a watering can is attached at the bottom under the sink. Then it is hung on the wall covering using a special holder. In this case, the sprayer should be located either slightly above the mixer or at the same level with it. When you open such a tap, water will flow into the sink. When you press the button located on the hygienic shower, water will flow from the watering can. They cannot work at the same time.

Such plumbing is compact, much smaller and lighter than standard shower designs.The equipment comes with fewer nozzles and is much thinner. This design provides maximum comfort during use, as it does not allow water to splash.

Today there is a wide variety of faucets with a built-in hygienic shower. By design features, they can be divided into several main groups.

• Lever. These taps are produced with a special lever that controls the pressure, temperature and volume of water. This design does not require additional crane installation. More often you can find a single-lever type of such mixers.
• Valve... These models have valve taps, with the help of which the pressure, temperature and volume of the supplied water are controlled. They release hot and cold streams, which mix with each other and acquire room temperature. With too little pressure, such a design will not be able to maintain the mode for a long time, therefore, it is additionally better to install a special check valve.
• Shower with thermostat... This variety is considered the most modern. Its device makes it possible to set the desired temperature mode once, after which it will turn on automatically.

Plumbing may differ in the way of installation.

• Wall mounted. All communications in such models are mounted on a wall covering or inside it. They can be external or built-in, with concealed installation.
• Installed to the sink... Such faucets have two outlets: one of them is designed to release water streams, and the second is needed to connect a shower hose. The button for stopping and supplying water is most often located on the watering can of the structure.

Faucets with integrated hygienic shower can be made in a wide variety of designs. A popular option is considered standard samples with white coating. Such models will be able to fit almost any interior. White faucets with a shower are often complemented with chrome-plated elements (buttons, watering cans). This option will look the most beautiful and interesting.

Some models are produced in bronze or gold finish. They may not be suitable for every interior. Often it is these samples that are made with a large number of additional decorative elements. Also, quite often, bronze models have non-standard shapes and various colored inserts.

There are also mixers made with black matte finish. Often such plumbing is used in order to make an interesting and beautiful accent in the interior of the bathroom. Some devices perform in black and white colors. Such options can also be a good addition to the overall design of the room.

There are a wide variety of blender shower faucet companies nowadays.

It:

• Grohe;
• Lemark;
• WasserKRAFT;
• Rossinka;
• Bravat;
• Milardo.

This German brand produces faucets with a single-lever type hygienic shower. Most often they are equipped with a ceramic cartridge, their outer coating is chrome-plated.

The products of this manufacturer are distinguished by the simplest installation technology. In addition, it has a beautiful and modern exterior design. Taps with built-in shower come with a handy wall-mounted shower holder.

Also, these models are produced with a hose connection. They are crafted from brass. The warranty period for such products can be up to 5 years.

The Czech manufacturing company produces taps with a hygienic shower with a robust brass body. They can be installed next to a toilet or bidet.

This fixture has a durable chrome and nickel outer finish. It is manufactured with a ceramic cartridge. The brand's product range includes miniature devices for installation in small bathrooms.

Lemark shower faucets most often have a valve type of design. They come in one set with a watering can, eyeliner, hose and a special wall holder.

This brand produces single-lever sanitary ware with a ceramic cartridge. Her cover is chrome. These designs include a check valve included.

The cartridge provides a special eco-mode that provides maximum user comfort when using a hygienic shower. When buying such devices, it is worth remembering that their installation is quite difficult because the connection points for the three hoses are located directly on the inside of the case.

This manufacturer sells budget plumbing fixtures. It only mounts on a vertical surface. Such equipment for the bathroom is distinguished by the most compact dimensions, since the holder for the watering can is fixed in the body of the product. During installation, the eyeliner is hidden behind a fake panel.

Rossinka cranes are of single-lever type... Their cover is chrome-plated. They can be mounted in a room next to a toilet or bidet.

Taps with a shower of the German company Bravat have a single-lever look. They are made from a sturdy brass base. During production, products are coated with chrome plating.

In one set with the plumbing itself, there is also a holder for a watering can, an eyeliner and a hose. The spout type of the equipment is short.

The devices of this company are supplied with a small watering can and a holder for it. They are of a single-lever design. The equipment is manufactured with a ceramic cartridge. The outer covering of the sanitary ware is chrome-plated.

If you don't need a shower, then you can use the tap without it. For this there is a special hole plug. But such a part is not included in the kit, it should be purchased separately.

Milardo sanitary ware gives a voluminous flow of water both to the shower and to the tap. Most often, the structure is placed on a washbasin in a combined bathroom, and the holder for a watering can is placed on a flat vertical surface.

Before buying a suitable model, be sure to pay attention to the size of the bathroom, sink and the equipment itself. They must match each other. Otherwise, installation may be difficult.

Pay attention to the material from which the equipment is made. Samples should be selected from the strongest metals and alloys. When choosing, look at the shut-off valves. Today, samples are produced with a ceramic cartridge or with a steel ball with small holes. The first option is considered the most reliable and durable.

Consider the functionality of the model. The more additional functions the plumbing will provide, the higher its cost. The most expensive are the thermostatic and sensory varieties.

The external design of the product is also of great importance. Today, many designs are produced in different designs.

Before purchasing, it is worth deciding exactly which design is suitable for your bathroom.... The most simple models are considered for overhead connection. They are mounted directly on the wall covering without embedding or disassembling.

Embedded designs are also widely used nowadays. They will take up significantly less space compared to the first option. But at the same time, for their installation, you will have to disassemble part of the wall covering. There are also separate samples for installation on a surface-mounted washbasin that does not sit on a countertop or cabinet.

Many users of faucets with a hygienic shower left positive comments about them. So, it was noted that these devices will be an excellent option for the elderly and young children, since they greatly simplify the adoption of all necessary hygiene procedures.

Some also mentioned the good level of functionality of such plumbing. When installing it, it is not required to install additional structures (separate tap, watering can), which will take up more space in the room.

You will learn how to install a sink faucet in the following video.