Rectangular shower enclosures: types and sizes

The bathroom is one of the main places in almost every home. Today, many people prefer rectangular shower cabins when arranging this room. Currently, they are widely represented in the sanitary ware market.

Most people install rectangular showers in their bathrooms. Indeed, with the help of them, you can significantly save the space of this part of the house. In addition, it should be noted that such designs are more functional and comfortable compared to conventional bathtubs.

Shower cabins come in many different types. Despite this, they all have one similar structure, which includes the main elements.

• Pallet. As a rule, it is made of earthenware or metal, but there are also models made of expensive stone or ceramics. And also often this element is additionally equipped with a layer of glass wool, which gives it strength and reliability.
• Walls. According to some experts, they are the main parts in shower cabins. They are made from a variety of materials (glass, plastic, metal). Often, in the manufacture of walls, several bases are used at once.
• Fittings. It includes several separate components at once: a thin hose with a shower head, taps-axle boxes, a locking and adjusting mechanism. Such a system is necessary for the installation of the shower structure and for its full functioning.

Another separate part of the shower enclosure is the roof. But it should be noted that not all designs are produced with this element. Quite often they are sold open-topped. These types of units are relatively low cost.

Models that come with a built-in roof are most often equipped with many other additional functions. These include a mechanism that simulates the effect of a sauna, and a system for aromatizing the cabin. But at the same time, it must be remembered that such options for showers will cost consumers much more than types without a top.

Today experts distinguish two main types of shower cabins.

• Completely closed. Often such designs are called hydroboxes or simply shower boxes. These include tall sliding doors made of plastic or glass and a splash-proof rear wall.
• Semi-open. Unlike the previous type, such cabins do not have a rear wall. Such structures are much easier to install in the bathroom. But at the same time, they require preliminary preparation of the site and waterproofing, since the shower enclosures are immediately adjacent to the walls of the room. It is worth noting that these showers are much cheaper than the previous option.

A rectangular shower cubicle is a fairly popular model for decorating a bathroom. Despite its high functionality, it should be remembered that it will be impossible to relax in it as well as in a regular bath. Therefore, showers will not be suitable for all people.

Shower cabins can boast of a considerable list of positive qualities.

• Saving space. Four-wall showers take up much less space than simple bathtubs. This allows you to place many other additional items in the room (cabinets, mirrors, small cabinets).
• Saving water.Each shower owner consumes 3-4 times less water than when taking a bath.

• Caring for human health. Such cabins allow people to carry out therapeutic inhalations, chromotherapy, aromatherapy, light therapy.
• Many types of installation. Unlike conventional bathrooms, these structures can be installed in a wide variety of positions.
• Availability of additional functions. In addition to hydromassage and aromatherapy, shower rooms are often equipped with telephones, radio, a special type of roof that allows you to retain steam and create the effect of a Turkish bath.
• Security. All cabins are made of anti-slip materials, so slipping in such structures is quite difficult.

• Closedness. Most of these shower elements are produced with a special back wall. It protects the space from splashing water, so such designs are considered much more convenient than traditional baths. Despite such a rather large list of advantages, rectangular shower enclosures also have their drawbacks.
• Rapid pollution. On the glass sliding doors of the cab, a noticeable white coating forms quite quickly, which appears due to the ingress of water droplets onto the surface. Therefore, experts often recommend thoroughly wiping the walls and doors after each shower.

• High price. Such structures are not cheap, so they will not be affordable for every buyer. But at the same time, it should be noted that today a considerable number of middle-class models are presented on the building materials market, which have a very reasonable price.
• Do not wash. It is impossible to soak things in showers, to wash them. These procedures can only be carried out in traditional baths. But it is also important to note that these structures will not allow you to wash a large animal or child, so it is better not to buy them for families with children and animals.
• Large width. Some models of shower enclosures are too wide. This greatly complicates the installation of the element.

Currently, you can find showers of various sizes in hardware stores. The choice of the best option depends on the size of the bathroom itself and on the personal preferences of the consumer. Before buying a product, you should also pay special attention to the height of the room.

The following dimensions are standard for such rectangular cabins: 70x100, 70x90, 100x70, 110x80, 70x70, 100x80, 130x80 cm. Showers of these scales can fit in almost any bathroom. But at the same time, today the most popular option can be called buildings 100 by 70 cm.

Many owners of large bathrooms install more spacious cabins in them (1500x700, 1500x900 mm). It should be noted that such units are not suitable for all rooms. Most often, round cabins with such dimensions are chosen, since they will take up less space than rectangular cabins of the same scale.

Today professionals can offer consumers many different types of shower design. When choosing the optimal version of the cabin, it is worth considering the overall design of the room, the color scheme of the tiles in the room. After all, each individual unit is suitable for its specific type of design.

The design of the sliding doors of the structure deserves special attention. It can be made from a wide variety of materials. But at the same time, most buyers give their preference to glass elements. After all, they look graceful and beautiful.

Often opening doors are made of plastic. In this case, mainly dark shades are used (black, dark gray, chocolate). These types of design will suit almost every bathroom interior.

You can often find shower projects in which the main part is made of glass, and one small wall is made of metal or white or light gray plastic.According to many experts and consumers, this type looks quite stylish and modern in the interiors of the room. This option is more suitable for rooms decorated in calm light colors.

Some designers offer designs of glass booths, trimmed around the perimeter with decorative stone or marble. Such models look spectacular in the interior. But it is worth remembering that they will cost the owners a considerable amount.

When choosing a suitable shower stall, you need to pay attention to the following parameters:

• the dimensions of the room itself;
• the quality of all constituent elements;
• mandatory availability of detailed assembly instructions;
• the quality of the material from which the shower is made.

Then check if all parts are present. If at least one item is missing, you will not be able to assemble the cab. Then carefully examine the very material from which the structure is made. Be sure to check it for scratches, cracks, or other damage.

Currently, there are a large number of manufacturers of rectangular shower enclosures. One of the most popular is a Russian company Fiinn... The products of this brand differ from others in their compactness. In addition, this brand produces products of various shapes and colors.

Another equally popular manufacturer of shower cabins is a Canadian company Banff... Often this company produces large-sized products with a built-in bath and sauna. Products are made, as a rule, with high glass doors, which gives the structure a beautiful aesthetic appearance. But it should be noted that these showers will cost a lot.

The next brand that manufactures cabins is a Chinese company Victoria... Products of this brand are distinguished by various types of design. They can be made in dark shades with plastic doors, in white shades with a glass roof and opening. Aggregates are made in a variety of forms. And it is also worth noting that the models of this company can boast of attractive prices for buyers.

Another company that produces showerheads is Apollo... This company can offer products in a wide variety of price categories. According to some repair specialists, the quality of the cabins of such a manufacturer is one of the highest in the domestic market.

Today, on the Internet, you can find a large number of reviews about shower companies Victoria... The overwhelming majority left the opinion about the high quality of these units. Some users have noticed a comfortable hydromassage, a good anti-slip coating of the material, and the durability of the products.

Many people leave reviews about the company Apollo... Some users notice the high functionality of the product, the comfortable shape. But at the same time, many spoke about the poor coating of the shower room, which quickly cracked and lost its beautiful pristine appearance.

For information on how to install a shower stall, see the next video.