What should be the height of the mixer above the bathtub?

When arranging a bathroom, each person is faced with a situation in which he asks the question of what should be the height of the mixer above the bathroom. To clarify this point, it is necessary to study the basic requirements and features of the installation of plumbing.

Typically, the height of the faucet in bathrooms is selected based on the following parameters:

• based on the individual requirements of consumers;
• the chosen installation method;
• the purpose of the mixer;
• design features of the spout.

If we talk about the individual comfort of a person, there are SNiP recommendations. According to these requirements, the mixer must be located at a height that cannot be less than 120 cm. These measurements are taken from the pallet. Such calculations are determined for people who have an average height. For a tall or short person, such an arrangement of the crane will be accompanied by inconveniences. For these reasons, experts recommend that each person personally choose the distance at which it is better to install plumbing fixtures.

The type of installation also determines the distance at which the crane will be hung. Modern plumbing fixtures can be mounted on the side of the bathroom, built into the wall or installed on the racks that are present in shower cubicles. To decide at what distance it is best to install the mixer, you will need to add the height of the tray and bath support to the fixed figure 0.85. Calculations should be made from the floor surface or from the pallet. Bath stands in 89% of cases are used to create the desired slope of the sewer. By adding all the values, you can calculate at what level the mixer should be installed.

If you plan to share plumbing fixtures for the bathtub and washbasin, simple calculations will be required. In most cases, faucets with swivel and long spouts are chosen for these purposes. To calculate the required height, one meter should be measured from the floor surface, and then added to the resulting figure 10-15 cm. These calculations are made for consumers with an average height.

There are many brands on the market, who are ready to offer their consumers many variations of devices that contribute to the supply of water. They are able to surprise everyone with their shapes, height choices and spouts. To ensure comfort, you should pay attention to the indicators of the length and height of the mixer. This parameter can reach 20 cm. The smaller and straighter the spout, the higher the height of the plumbing.

It is also worth paying attention to the presence of an aerator. When choosing, you need to remember that if the mixer does not have a directing stream of the aerator, during operation there will be a lot of splashes around it and the water consumption will increase. To prevent possible inconveniences, experts strongly recommend that you study the technical characteristics of the crane, and then proceed with the selection of the location height.

When deciding at what distance from the bath it is better to place the mixer, remember that this plumbing is connected to a single water supply. Competent installation, fulfillment of all the requirements for installation, provide convenience in taking a bath and extend the life of the tap.

The norms for the location of plumbing in the bathroom are regulated by SNiP 3.05.01-85. The regulatory documents indicate two basic rules for placement.

• Indicators for the height of plumbing devices above the bathroom. This indicator contains a segment from the upper sides of the bathroom to the mixer itself. The peculiarities of this arrangement are that it is precisely this that affects the degree of noise during the collection of water, the amount of splashes that occur during this process. If the distance between these elements is small, then it will be uncomfortable to wash large objects, as well as to draw water into various containers.
• The height of the mixers from the floor surface. The installation regulations indicate the distance between plumbing fixtures and floors. This value affects the pressure level in the water supply system itself, as well as the water pressure that is supplied from the tap.

Previously, the installation standard according to SNiP 3.05.01-85 had to be observed. However, even such strict criteria could change when it came to medical institutions for children, where the mixer was placed high in order to exclude the occurrence of injuries during water procedures.

The mixer location standard defines the following values:

• the segment from the bathtub to the tap should not be less than 200 cm;
• the height of plumbing fixtures from the floor surface must not be less than 800 mm;

• in medical institutions, mixers are recommended to be hung at a distance of 1100 mm from the floor surface; for a shower cabin, a distance should be observed that cannot be less than 1200 mm and more than 1500 mm;
• if you are installing the device in a shower stall, you should indicate a distance of 12 cm from the pallet;
• if you decide to use one mixer, which will be located above the bathtub and sink, observe the indicators where the height above the bathtub will be at least 300 mm, and the mixer should be placed at a distance of at least 250 mm above the sink.

You can choose any faucet for your bathroom that you like best. Some users choose a single-lever mixer that sits on the sides of the tub, while others decide that a wall-mounted tap will be more comfortable to use.

The height level of the bathroom fixtures is not the only indicator of proper installation. Thanks to the wide range of plumbing fixtures on the market, the mixer can be mounted in a variety of ways.

There are several options for installing mixers.

• To Wall. Outdoor fixtures can be installed directly against the bathroom wall. Such devices are distinguished by a favorable price, various designs. They are easy to install and maintain. The advantage of these mixers is that they are easy to repair.
• Built-in models. Such mixers are classified as modern. Their fasteners are located in the holes in the bath. Such cranes are more expensive when compared with simple models. Most people choose this option because it looks more attractive. Among the shortcomings, you can cancel the fact that they are "hiding", so you will need to dismantle the bathtub, which is not always convenient.

They are more affordable and easier to operate. If you like built-in models more, then you should pay attention to the quality of the device when buying, so that it lasts the maximum period.

Experts with extensive experience say with confidence that an incorrectly selected faucet installation height can affect the ease of use of a bathroom. Therefore, it is recommended to study the recommendations and standards that apply to the installation of plumbing. Do not neglect to read the manufacturer's instructions.

Common mistakes include the following.

• Positioning the faucet too high above the bathtub can cause loud noises when entering buckets and other containers. This fact can greatly annoy other inhabitants of the apartment. Particularly loud noise is observed in thick-walled bathtubs;
• A large distance between the bottom of the bowl and the tap will cause the water jets to splash too much when dropped. This factor will lead to deterioration of the finishing material on the walls in the room and an increase in the level of humidity;

• Too small a distance between the bowl and the mixer can make it difficult to wash large items;
• Installation at high altitudes is inconvenient to use. Many people have experienced that when they reached for the mixer, they fell due to the fact that the surface was wet. Such falls can result in serious injury.

To eliminate oversights when installing the mixer, you should follow the recommendations of the masters, the manufacturer and the established norms of SNiP.

Plumbing installation will not be a difficult test for a person who is already familiar with the design and principle of operation of this device.

Beginners are encouraged to read the advice of professionals that will help you understand some of the features of the water line.

• For the assembly and installation of plumbing, an adjustable or wrench is required. You should work with these tools carefully, because if you put more effort than necessary, you can damage the device. You need to tighten without effort so as not to break the thread. When all the installation activities are completed, you need to open the water and check for leaks. If necessary, use a wrench to tighten the mixer in places of leakage.

• Before you screw the device to the wall, you should visually assess how convenient the mixer will be. "By eye" determine the required distance, assess the appearance and ease of placement.
• To find the optimal distance for plumbing, which will be located on the wall, you should draw a diagram of the location of the plumbing fixture, indicating the approximate dimensions of the room and other items.

• If you do the work from scratch, you should choose plastic pipes or metal-plastic. They should be connected to a single plumbing system, and the end of the pipe should be placed in the bathroom. At the end of the pipe there are fittings, on which plumbing is later installed. The distance between the water connections must be 15 mm. It is necessary to arrange elements in uniform horizontal planes.
• If you correctly install the mixer, then there will be no leaks, and the water supply will be accompanied by powerful pressure.
• Before deciding on the height of the crane, you should study the properties of the plumbing device. This must be done prior to installation. These characteristics will affect the placement of the mixer.

• If after installation you are faced with the fact that the water flows too weakly, the reason may be a clogged aerator. The problem can be solved with a simple cleaning.
• When carrying out calculations, it must be borne in mind that modern plumbing fixtures can be larger than the previous mixer. This is due to the fact that the new models have different filtering elements and other additions.
• After the installation is completed, it is necessary to open the water to an incomplete capacity in order to exclude water hammer.
• The eccentrics turned into a water outlet should be positioned at the same level.

• To seal the eccentrics, you can use fum tape or plumbing thread. Alternatively, some craftsmen use a filling paste that is designed for the job.

These recommendations will help to facilitate the process of installing the mixer., and also determine the height at which the new crane should be located.

For the installation of a mixer in the bathroom, see the following video.