Душевые кабины в настоящее время пользуются в Russia is very popular and installed in the apartments of many of our compatriots. This modern equipment is installed because it is relatively inexpensive, sometimes even in summer cottages. As a rule, this option is chosen if they want to save space in the bathroom.
The main types of showers
Plumbing equipment of this type can vary according to various criteria. It can be such characteristics as:
- dimensions;
- the form;
- pallet height;
- used for the manufacture of materials;
- degree of equipment, etc.
The dimensions of any shower are determined bypallet area. To date, manufacturers produce models with both high and low sides. The latter are the most popular. In this case, one of the most popular models are shower cabins 120x80 with a low base.
The advantages of models with a size of 120 x 80 cm
Кабинки выбираются прежде всего с учетом площади the premises in which you intend to install them. So, in a small bathroom, Khrushchev houses usually assemble very small models with dimensions of 80 x 80 or 90 x 90 cm. In spacious bathrooms of country cottages, you can often see full-size cabins with a wall length of 170 cm or more.
Models of interest to us are, therefore,for equipment of medium size. Shower cabins 120x80 with a low base, unlike small ones, can already be equipped with various kinds of additional devices. At the same time there will be enough space inside for comfortable acceptance of water procedures.
Features of the choice of wall height
You can install such rectangular modelsas usual (to the wall), and in the corner. In the latter case, space is saved in the room. As with models of any other size, the 120 × 80 shower cabin with a low (rectangular) tray can have different heights. Nowadays such sanitary equipment is produced in height from 170 to 240 cm. The owners of city apartments, whose ceiling height is usually 250 cm, thus, can choose absolutely any model. Even a 240 cm version will easily fit into the bathroom. However, a low shower cubicle in the bathroom of the same Khrushchev will look more harmonious. In the bathroom of a spacious country cottage, of course, it is worthwhile to install the model higher.
Advantages and disadvantages of cabins with low pallet
The advantages of this type of equipment in the first place include:
Ease of use. To enter such a booth is very easy. Therefore, it may just be perfect for the apartment in which children, elderly or disabled people live.
Spectacular appearance. Cabins of this type look more modern and stylish than models with a high pallet. In addition, such structures less space is hidden.
Недостаток у оборудования этого типа имеется only one, but essential. The shower cabin with a low tray is installed in a special niche in the floor. At the same time the sewer pipe is pulled in the ceiling. All this greatly complicates the repair of plumbing in the future. Models with high sides are installed on a special metal frame. Therefore, problems with their service usually does not arise.
What could be the design
Choosing equipment such as showers120x80 cm with a low pallet, among other things, should, of course, pay attention to their design. The design of such plumbing can be made in the style of modern, classic, minimalism, etc. Of course, when choosing a particular model, you should take into account such factors as the design features of the bathroom itself. Minimalism, most likely, is more suitable for a small bathroom. Classics should choose the owners of cottages.
The walls of the cabin can be made of matte ortransparent material. In the combined bathroom of Khrushchev, of course, it is better to install the first version of the equipment. The shower cabin of 120x80 cm with transparent walls looks much more impressive, but it will be appropriate only in a separate room, reserved specifically for the adoption of water procedures.
Of course, when choosing this sanitaryequipment must pay attention to its color. Brown, black and silver models can look really impressive. However, the most popular option is still showers 120x80 (with a low tray) white.
What can pallets be made of?
This design element of the shower isperhaps the most significant. Acryl is what 120 × 80 shower trays are most often made of. The shower tray 120x80 cm, made of such material, is easy to maintain and has good maintainability. Also this part of the cabin can be made of steel or cast iron. The main advantage of the first option is low cost. Cast iron pallets give the cab stability and are noiseless.
Popular models and reviews about them
Of course, when choosing a shower cabin, in addition toeverything else you should pay attention to the manufacturer. The best today are the models made in Germany. Very good, for example, consumers respond about equipment from Wasserfalle. Shower cabins with a low or high pallet of this brand can be additionally equipped with seats, beautiful lighting, etc. Many note the fact that the equipment of this manufacturer often has an original, unusual design.
Good opinion from domestic consumersIt happened on the plumbing, manufactured in Finland. The most popular brands of cabs 120x80 cm produced in this country are TIMO and Ideal Standard. The first manufacturer, judging by consumer reviews, makes easy-to-use, not too expensive and at the same time multifunctional equipment. Shower cabins 120x80 with a low tray Ideal Standard have earned popularity primarily for ease of use and stylish design.
