Bathroom rain shower

Recently, the so-called rain shower is gaining popularity. It is quite different from the usual, familiar to all of us. Like any household item, it also has its advantages and disadvantages.

Most of the positive properties of a tropical shower lie in the healing effect on the human body, and the disadvantages are in increased water consumption. But let's take a closer look at these details.

Among the advantages are the following.

• A tribute to fashion. Rain shower design is gaining in popularity these days. This is not surprising, as the shower fits perfectly into styles such as minimalism or loft.
• Cosmetic effect. Water pours not in continuous streams, but splits into drops, so that in flight, each drop is saturated with oxygen, in turn, saturating the skin with it and making it more taut and elastic.
• Relaxing effect. The continuous light blows of the drops are reminiscent of a massage. As a result, a person not only takes a shower, but also relaxes, tunes in to rest.
• The main advantage of this design is in a watering can, which differs from the conventional hose nozzle in its larger dimensions. Consequently, jets of water cover the entire human body, creating the same shower effect.
• Depending on the model do-it-yourself rain shower installation.
• Simplicity and safety. The shower system is considered to be the most comfortable and easy to use, as well as the most hygienic.High security is noted by both users and manufacturers of such systems.

Minuses.

• The main disadvantage is the cost... Most of the models are created by premium manufacturers. You can try to look for analogs that are lower in cost, but in this case, the quality of the design can be much worse, and there will also be no guarantees.
• Water consumption will increase significantly... This can negatively affect the family budget. Therefore, if you do not live alone, it is better to discuss the installation of a rain shower with family members in advance.
• For such a shower, you need a certain amount of free space. Ideally, the more spacious the better. In a tiny bathroom, such a system may be inappropriate or simply not fit. If, nevertheless, a rain shower is necessary, and there is not enough space, then fence off part of the bathroom with a special curtain or partition, behind which install a rack or panel with a tropical spray.

Several installation options are available depending on the size of the bathroom. In the first case, all pipes and hoses are attached to the wall, but hidden. In this case, the watering can also be attached to the wall. The same set can be used in those bathrooms where there is little space - in this case, all plumbing details remain outside on the wall. It makes sense to choose them in accordance with the bathroom design or stylize them for something.

The stand, as an independent option, differs in that it is located separately from the bath. Perhaps, in small bathrooms you will have to choose - either a bath or "rain". Such a rack does not have a water supply to a conventional tap, so additional pipes will need to be laid for it. The set of some models also has an additional spray arm for taking a regular shower.

It is worth paying attention to all the components of the set, including the mixer. It is important that no component stands out from the overall interior design. Otherwise, due to one unsuccessful mixer that does not fit into the situation and annoys the owner, you will have to change all the plumbing.

This is one of the most popular wall-mounted options as it is often equipped with a dedicated hydromassage system. Wherein the panel is mounted on the wall, and in the presence of a corner shower cabin - on two adjoining surfaces at once... However, in shower cabins, there is often a very small watering can, which is not enough to cover the body with a full flow of water. They also lack a faucet with a long spout, which can be useful in some cases.

These panels are wall or ceiling mounted and each location has its own advantages. So, together with the built-in panel with the help of concealed mounting, you can use additional panels with hydromassage or other useful functions. The disadvantage of this option may be the rather high price of the structure and its installation.

A ceiling panel is the most suitable rain shower option. With a sufficient height, the water droplets have time to pick up speed for a full-fledged massage effect, and are also well saturated with oxygen. The health-improving effect in this case is the most complete.

The easiest option is installing your own faucet for a rain shower... Often it looks a little cumbersome, but takes up significantly less space and is suitable for both baths and shower cabins, since the installation takes place on existing common pipes. This is also convenient if there are problems with hot water, and there is a water heater in the bathroom. In this case, installing an additional mixer will help avoid problems with installing additional pipes.

The top shower is also used with the additional mixer. It is slightly larger than usual in size and cannot imitate real tropical rain, but this is also a good option, moreover, it is budgetary and does not take up much space. Suitable for small bathrooms.

The choice of a suitable model depends not only on your desire, but also on the style in which the interior of the bathroom is sustained. Various transparent materials, for example, tempered glass and bright backlighting in various colors, will fit well into the classic style. Aluminum, as well as other shiny metals, looks good in a modern bathroom. It is better to make the lighting in a modern bathroom a single color. In addition to the visual component, there is also a practical part that affects the durability of the use of plumbing.

If you pay attention to the color scheme, it remains classic: silver, black, white. There are other colors, but they are not as common. Another important point is the frequency of contamination. For example, silver hoses often leave marks and splashes of drops that dry out and catch the eye. Hair will be visible on white, and water drops will remain on black. You need to understand which option is right for you, and will also fit into the interior of the bathroom as a whole.

The most inexpensive material is silumin. It is an alloy of aluminum and silicon, but it does not have the positive qualities of either one or the other. Fragile, it is unlikely that it will last long enough. In addition, a strong pressure has a destructive effect on it, only shortening the service life.

Plumbing made of brass belongs to the middle class of sanitary ware. It is an alloy of zinc and copper. It is strong, flexible, resistant to rust, and therefore durable. Some middle-class plumbing fixtures are made of special ceramics so that they are not affected by the quality of the water (for example, too hard water will not cause significant damage).

Chrome and Nickel are premium materials. Very strong, durable, products made of these materials are difficult to cause mechanical damage. The fittings for such sanitary ware are made either also from ceramics or from very high quality materials, so the hardness of the water does not matter. Some models have a water-insoluble lubricant that provides another layer of protection against any damage.

Do not take expensive models made of pure copper or aluminum. This is impractical. Copper oxidizes very quickly under the constant influence of air and moisture, tarnishes and becomes covered with a green bloom, which will need to be regularly disposed of. Aluminum also tarnishes, quickly loses its luster and looks dirty and "gripped".

These parameters are of particular importance for the spray arm. After all the larger the size of the watering can, the more complete the effect of a real tropical shower is. In addition, the larger the diameter of the spray, the more drops will get on the skin and the more pronounced the massage effect will be.

Before purchasing a sprinkler, pay attention to the rain shower model and where it will be located. So, it is better to choose a small size, just like in the shower stall, an ordinary replaceable shower head for a hose in a bathtub. The exception is ceiling sprinklers. They can be taken of any diameter - the more, the better.

So, for a modern bathroom, a square, triangular or rectangular sprinkler is suitable. Other sharp geometric shapes are also possible. For the classics, soft, rounded shapes, like an oval or a circle, are suitable. Well, catchy irregularly shaped watering cans will fit well into the ethnic interior.

The most common forms of sprinklers are:

• shower cabins often have a built-in round rain shower head;
• separately, that is, without a cabin, a square ceiling panel is built in;
• a rectangular panel is attached to the wall, to which a round watering can can be attached from above.

When choosing plumbing, it is not worth saving. This is due to the fact that trusted manufacturers have their own guarantees that will help replace a failed item. Besides, quality systems last much longer and cause less hassle. But their cost is several times higher than, for example, Chinese counterparts.

For example, the famous brand of German sanitary ware Hansgrohe will cost several times more than Russian high-quality counterparts - Ledeme and Domani-Spa, and they, in turn, have a higher cost compared to the products of Chinese brands, although if you try, you can find quality products among them.

Another German brand that has won trust in the global market is Grohe. This brand has all the advantages: high quality products, a variety of models and prices. An additional plus of this company is high quality and speed of service. In the middle-class products, there are models made of chrome-plated brass. In the premium class, you can find unique models in copper and brass with a bronze finish.

The Kaiser brand has similar characteristics. The only difference is in the price segment. Kaiser manufactures products aimed at the middle class, therefore, their price range is lower than that of Grohe, despite the fact that there is only one country of origin.

First you need to understand which model you need: a panel, a stand, a mixer with a shower or a spray arm. The panel will fit both separately on the wall and in the shower cabin, adding several additional functions to it. Its installation will not cause difficulties and will take a little time. The panel version is quite original, but it has a high cost.

The stand is easy to use, and you can also find unusual models that fit well into the bathroom design. Suitable for both bath and shower. The faucet with a tropical watering head is inexpensive, but it cannot be called a full-fledged rain shower due to the size of the watering can... The same goes for the conventional watering can.

After determining the type of rain shower, you need to decide on the brand, or rather, on the amount of finance that can be invested in bathroom equipment. The next step is the functionality of the shower system.What additional functions do you need: thermostat, lighting, hydromassage and others, or the only thing you need is a watering can from which water can flow. It is worth noting that the number of additional functions will also affect the final cost of the shower system.

An important detail is the growth of people who will use this system. For tall people, it is preferable that the spray panel is mounted to the ceiling. People of medium and short stature will have enough stamina.

Needless to say, a rain shower, as well as a regular shower, and the rest of the plumbing it should be cleaned of plaque at least once a week with the help of special products.

In some showers and whirlpools, the jets are often clogged. For cleaning, you can use ordinary vinegar, in which you need to leave the watering cans to soak for a couple of hours. The same goes for the main sprinklers. Do not immerse brass and bronze parts in vinegar for a long time!

• Corner shower with stand. The room is zoned, but most of it is devoted to the shower system. There is no wall opposite the pillar, which creates a sense of open space for the shower user.

• Second option is a rain shower ceiling panel. Wood paneling and green flowers create a sense of closeness to nature. But in addition to the main panel, there is also a hose with a watering can, which is also necessary to simplify some daily activities. For example, if necessary, wash your dog's paws after a walk.

• A rain shower option in a small space. The ceiling panel is equipped with lighting and hydromassage; there is also an additional hose with a watering can.

For an overview of the rain shower on the counter, see the video below.