Advantages and arrangement of shower enclosures without a pallet

The shower enclosure without a tray is a lightweight version of the shower enclosure. Such designs are characterized by a minimalistic design, graceful forms and practicality. They are rapidly gaining popularity among designers, hotel owners, home and apartment owners. Nowadays, more and more people are abandoning bulky bathtubs and electronic showers, preferring the lightness and aesthetics of corners without a pallet.

The demand for lightweight shower boxes is due to their many advantages.

• The compactness of the cabins makes it possible to equip a full-fledged shower room in small bathrooms and hotel rooms. The minimum size of the cabin, designed to comfortably accommodate one person, is 80x80 cm.
• Elegant appearance. The cabins are designed in a minimalist style and fit perfectly into the interior of modern bathrooms. The installation of such showers in bedrooms has become widespread. A transparent and effective design is able to emphasize the style of the space, visually enlarge the room and make the stay in the room as comfortable as possible.
• The simplicity of design, the absence of complex devices, pedestals, thresholds and sides is suitable for people with disabilities and children. Older people can also use boxing without assistance.

• Fast and easy care. You don't have to regularly clean your acrylic or steel tray with cleaning products. Also, unlike traditional shower cabins, such designs do not require thorough cleaning of numerous devices and mechanisms. It is enough to control the cleanliness of the walls, shower head and floor.
• Saving money. Installing a shower stall without a pallet is much cheaper than purchasing a multifunctional stall.
• Wide range of applications. The box can be installed in an apartment, cottage, cottage, sports complex, hotel room or swimming pool.
• Installation of a lightweight box does not require redevelopment of the bathroom and can be done independently. The structure fits into any free space. For a small room, an excellent solution would be to install a corner model, and in large spaces stylish options with three transparent walls look great.

The disadvantages of such designs include the lack of additional functions., which are equipped with traditional shower cabins (hydraulic and acupuncture massage, Turkish bath effect, the ability to listen to music and control phone calls). The disadvantages are the laboriousness of the installation, and the need for strict adherence to the rules of installation and the formation of waterproofing. If the floor tiles are not laid correctly, puddles will form on the floor of the cab, and the presence of inter-tile slots will lead to a breach of the tightness of the structure and increase the risk of flooding of neighbors from below.

The shower stall without a pallet is represented by a structure without a ceiling, consisting of transparent or matte walls, a door with a swing or sliding mechanism and a floor made of ceramic tiles. The walls are made of organic glass, on which water drops do not leave traces. This is a definite plus and allows you to keep the cabin attractive, regardless of the regularity of cleaning. Along with glass partitions, the structure can be formed using double plastic panels or glass blocks with LED bulbs placed between the layers. This box will become a key design element of the bathroom, highlighting its modern style.

The floor of the booth is made of ceramic tiles or mosaics. An anti-slip surface is a prerequisite. Often a "warm floor" system is installed in the screed, which provides a more comfortable stay in the cab. Under the decorative ceramic coating there is a water drainage system, which is called a "drain ladder". It is he who ensures the collection and subsequent drainage of water into the sewerage system. Below is a cement screed, as well as waterproofing and heat-saving materials.

The downside of such structures is the complexity of installation in apartment buildings. The location of the drain hole flush with the floor obliges the placement of the drainage system inside the screed. For the correct installation of waterproofing and compliance with all the rules for the formation of a ladder, it is necessary to create a recess in the floor of 10-15 centimeters. This process can incur additional costs and significantly increase the installation time of the booth.

If the placement of the box takes place in a new building, then no problems arise, but if the installation is carried out in "secondary" housing, you have to remove all decorative bathroom flooring and completely dismantle the floor screed in the area of ​​the future shower location. Removing the floor cladding is not enough. It is necessary to remove the trim from the adjacent walls. This is necessary in order to apply a waterproofing coating and protect the walls from the damaging effects of moisture.

The dimensions of the shower stall without a pallet are chosen by the owner of the room independently. The optimal size is 100x100 cm. For small-sized rooms, square options 90x90 and 80x90 cm are quite suitable. Such models can be installed in a corner. They do not take up much space and do not hide the space due to the transparent design. The owners of spacious premises can afford to install a rectangular cabin with dimensions of 100x90 or 120x90 cm. Such models look very impressive and can adequately complement the interior of a bedroom or bathroom.

The walls of the cab are made of tempered glass and plastic. When choosing, it should be borne in mind that plastic structures are wear-resistant, lightweight and low cost. Glass is no less in demand when installing shower rooms. The material can be of transparent, matt and combined design. Tinted, iridescent and colored models look original. Instead of doors, PVC curtains are sometimes used, which reliably protect the bathroom from splashes and can easily be replaced with products with a different pattern or pattern.

The choice of a ladder should be approached with special care. The drainage of water and the convenience of using the shower box depend on the reliability of its functioning. Plastic ladders are especially popular. They are highly resistant to aggressive environments and high loads.Plastic models are lightweight, easy to install and equipped with a siphon that prevents unpleasant odors from entering the room from the sewer. For the installation of shower cabins at enterprises, cast-iron ladders are used, and stainless steel products are used for premises with special sanitary requirements (swimming pools, hotels and gyms).

At the place of water drainage, horizontal, vertical and wall ladders are distinguished. Trap-trays have the highest throughput. They are capable of discharging up to 40 l / min, while other types - from 8 to 15 liters. This is due to the shape of the tray and its length reaching 120 cm.

The main task during the installation of the cab is the correct formation of the angle of inclination of the floor and proper waterproofing. Failure to comply with these conditions may cause flooding of the lower floors and a short circuit in the "warm floor" system.

The subfloor must include:

• concrete layer;
• Styrofoam;
• concrete layer covered with polymer-cement mastic;
• roofing felt, with edges overlapping the wall by 25 cm;
• concrete layer.

You will learn how to choose the right trap in the following video.