Features of the choice of shower cabins: an overview of foreign and domestic manufacturers

Shower cabins are an excellent alternative to conventional bathrooms, which is explained by the ease of installation and operation of this sanitary equipment. Today a huge assortment of shower cabins from foreign and domestic manufacturers is presented.

In the modern market of plumbing equipment, there is a large assortment of shower cabins, which differ in some functions and appearance.

According to the type of design, plumbing equipment of this type is divided into several options.

• Open structures without a ceiling are the simplest equipment option. Such devices are installed in the corner of the bathroom. Shower enclosures consist of a pallet and special enclosures with doors.
• Closed boxes represent a sealed structure fenced on all sides. Such equipment can be equipped with many useful functions.

The appearance of the equipment largely depends on the type and shape of the pallet. In terms of dimensions, low and high pallets are distinguished. Deep pallets can be thirty centimeters high. Products with low walls (up to twenty centimeters) are more popular due to their ease of use.

The following types of pallets are distinguished by shape:

• square;
• rectangle;
• semicircle;
• trapezoidal shape;
• injection;
• asymmetrical shape.

The size of the plumbing device depends on the dimensions of the pallet. When choosing equipment of a suitable size, it is necessary to take into account not only the area that the equipment will occupy, but also the convenience for a person in the process of carrying out water procedures.

Basically, products are produced with the following parameters:

• compact - up to 1x1 m;
• medium - up to 1.3x1.3 m;
• large - 1.7x0.8 m.

When choosing a suitable structure, it is important to consider not only its functionality, but also the design. The cabin should fit harmoniously into the interior of the bathroom. Dimensions and shape of plumbing equipment depends on the area of ​​the room. For a small bathroom, a compact shower enclosure is a suitable option. In a large area, large-sized closed boxes with a semicircular or asymmetric pallet look better.

Each shower cabin has a door in its configuration. The doors are sliding and hinged. Sliding structures are the most convenient to use, especially when it comes to a small bathroom. When choosing plumbing, do not forget to pay attention to its quality. High-quality equipment guarantees a long service life and compliance of the goods with all the declared characteristics.

Before buying a shower cabin, it is important to familiarize yourself with well-known manufacturers and their products. The main leaders in this area are German, Finnish and Italian companies.

Shower cabins from Germany are quite expensive due to the high quality of equipment and long service life. There are several companies among the popular German manufacturers on the Russian market.

• Lagard. The company produces multifunctional luxury cabins. The equipment is distinguished by its original design and modern control system of modes and functions.
• Huppe. The company produces sanitary ware in the middle price range. However, the relatively low cost of equipment does not affect its quality, functionality and design. Huppe shower partitions and doors are fitted with glass that is highly resistant to dirt.
• Am. Pm. The company specializes in the manufacture of premium sanitary ware. Most of the Am cabins. Pm are equipped with hydromassage function. Plumbing equipment has not only many useful functions, but also has a beautiful design.
• Wasserfalle. The company is one of the largest manufacturers and suppliers of sanitary equipment worldwide. Shower cabins of this company are equipped with high-strength glass and have high technical characteristics.

Italian shower cabins are considered one of the best among the products of other countries. Sanitary ware from Italy is distinguished not only by high quality, but also by original design. Several companies are leaders in the production and supply of shower cabins.

• Jacuzzi. The company manufactures multifunctional luxury shower cabins using the most modern advanced technologies. Plumbing is equipped with many useful functions and is of excellent quality.
• Albatros. TOThe company produces premium shower cabins. Plumbing equipment has a practical, simple, but at the same time attractive design. The design of the cabs is characterized by high strength and durability.

Finnish shower cabins are available in different price ranges: from standard to premium. However, both high-end and low-cost models have excellent performance and high quality. There are several companies among the popular Finnish manufacturers of shower structures.

• Ideal Standard. The company manufactures a wide range of different bathroom equipment. The company has representative offices in many European countries.
• Geberit. The company is a world leader in the production of sanitary ware. A separate representative office of the company operates in Finland, which produces high-tech shower enclosures under the IDO brand.

There is a wide range of shower cabins on the Russian market of sanitary equipment. Manufacturers from various countries compete with world leaders in terms of quality and technical characteristics of sanitary ware.

• Spain. Spanish shower cabins on the Russian market are mainly presented in the middle price segment. Despite the low cost, the quality of plumbing is at a fairly high level. Among the popular Spanish manufacturers are the following firms: Roca, Esbano, Alvaro.
• Czech. Czech manufacturers produce showers of both economy and extra class. The companies Ravak and Luxus became world famous.
• Poland. Polish shower cabins from Cersanit and Radaway combine original design and high quality.
• Sweden. The most popular in the world market are showers made by the Swiss firms IFO and Gustavsberg.
• Russia. There are not many shower cabins manufacturers in Russia. The leaders in this industry are River, Radomir, Triton.
• China. Chinese-made plumbing equipment is mainly produced in the low price segment. Budget showers are not poor quality but may require additional maintenance. For example, the windows in the cockpit can be treated with an anti-rain agent to prevent rapid surface contamination and streaking.

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