Shower cubicle: sizes, reviews, prices

Speed - this is the main defining characteristic of the life of modern man. But for taking a bath, not always enough time and energy: quickly in the shower - and excellent. The shower cubicle is more advantageous than a bath: the water flow is six times less. But what if the bathroom has an old bulky bathtub? An alternative is a shower cubicle. The dimensions can be chosen based on area and needs.

Types of shower cabins

• This is a complex structure, which consists of walls, a pallet, doors and a roof. They put either to the wall, or put in a corner. This largely depends on the configuration of the pallet and the place that you want to save in the bathroom. Therefore, a shower cubicle is required. Dimensions While they can be of decisive importance. On the metal profile set the wall adjacent to the wall, doors or curtains. And on top there can be a roof, but it may not be. Feedback from those who already use such a miracle of progress, say that this process has virtually no effect.
• If the cabin is not completely sealed, then steam will emerge from it. This cabin, of course, is cheaper - from 15 to 45 thousand rubles. A cheaper cabin will be available if plastic is used as the wall.
• A more expensive option is tempered glass, which can be transparent, matt, colored or chrome. Sealed cabin sealer will provide silence, music and songs no one disturbs the peace of the neighbors. Not only loud sounds, but also heat will be stored in the cabin. Those who use such a shower booth are advised to take this option.

How to choose a shower booth

First, you need to decide how to allocate space in the bathroom. Secondly, decide on what will be the pallet. Thirdly, to answer the question about what exactly to protect yourself from splashes. All taken together will show what kind of shower is needed. Dimensions can be determined directly at the purchase, standing in the pallet, closing the doors and raising their hands, moving them as if they were soaping their head. So you can find out - it will be convenient for you or uncomfortable. Doors and curtains should not interfere with usability. Therefore, judging by the reviews, it is best to send to the store to select the shower cubicle of the largest person in the family. But first of all, when choosing a booth, you need to find out from the sellers the sizes in centimeters. Usually they are different in width, depth and height. Before buying, you need to make calculations and measurements of the place where the shower cubicle will be installed. Dimensions can be, for example, 217 or 216 x 160 x 90 cm or less - 130 x 105 x 230 cm. This will help you to take into account the space occupied in the bathroom and determine the price, because the price range is quite wide - from 15 to 700 thousand rubles.

Sizes and prices

Shower cabins from Russia are relatively inexpensive - within 20 000 rubles. At the same time they have top covers, steam will not leave the cabin. In addition, they are equipped with glass (usually sliding) doors, equipped with additional accessories and easy to assemble. That is a shower cubicle, the size, the price of which is offered for any choice - from 80 x 80 x 190 cm to 100 x 100 x 220 cm, will not be a problem, you will choose it easily. It is worth studying the market carefully. And there are more than enough offers. By the way, according to modern standards, a shower can be put not only in the bathroom, but also in the usual room. Those who did so say that it is very convenient. In addition, a modern stylish structure can decorate any interior.

About pallets

This is an important point. Materials for their manufacture are used different: plastic and acrylic, enameled steel and cast iron, faience and artificial stone. Each has its own merits. Acrylic is inexpensive and warm. Modern technologies strengthen acrylic pallets. Their rigidity is close to steel. Faience and artificial stone serve for a long time, but expensive. Cast iron and enamelled steel are easy to clean, but they are more expensive than acrylic.

The dimensions of shower trays are small - 3.5 cm, medium - 10-18 cm and for baths - 45 cm. The forms are whimsical. However, the most popular are rectangular and semicircular.

And the last: choosing a pallet, you need to correctly choose its height. It should not be shallow or too deep. Otherwise, in the first case it will be uncomfortable to wash, and in the second one you can stumble. The pallet, without bending, should hold a lot of weight. Testimonials testify that it is very convenient, when it is not absolutely smooth, and on the surface there are unevennesses.

Two in one

Most often rectangular shower cabins are completed with a bath. These parameters make it possible to combine their functions. Dimensions of shower cabins with a bath, standard, rectangular:

• 100 x 80 cm;
• 110 x 80 cm;
• 120 x 80 cm;
• 120 x 90 cm;
• 90 x 90 cm;
• 100 x 100 cm;
• 110 x 110 cm.

The length and width of the cabin are indicated here. Height - 210-240 cm. Large-sized models include dimensions of 170 x 80 cm. This is a full-fledged bath. If the cabin has a bath function, then it needs a deep pallet - from 40 cm and more. This is a much more reliable device than models with a low pallet. But they are more expensive. The bath is equipped with a rigid curtain that completely covers its width, and the length can be arbitrary. The spread of prices in this case is simply amazing: from 25 to 770 thousand rubles.

And if you put the booth in a corner?

1. Wishing to save money, you should pay attention to the shower corners. They differ from booths by the lack of walls and cost. The lowest tray, which can only be, has a height of 10 cm. It depends solely on the dimensions of the doors - from 170 to 190 cm. The compact cabin has dimensions from 80 x 80 cm to 110 x 110 cm. It does not have rear walls, but only A pallet and sliding doors. To the corners of the walls of the bathroom are mounting plates, on them - the doors, and this provides stability. The prices of such options are quite democratic: from 11.5 to 30 thousand rubles. In addition, those who use this type of shower, do not complain about the quality and ease of use.
2. But there are completely hermetically sealed models with complex built-in equipment (for example, hydromassage function). They are lateral, vertical or cervical. Many will be delighted with the radio and telephone. These booths in size are medium or large. 120 х 120 cm, 110 х 90 cm - these are the sizes of shower cabins, angular, large-sized. If the cab has at least one additional function, the cost will approach 200 thousand rubles.

Customer feedback on shower cabins

They are mostly positive.

• Saves space.
• There is a rain shower, which you do not need to keep.
• Hydromassage allows you to relax and make a shower more desirable.
• Radio and color music help to wake up in the morning.
• Water does not fall on the floor.
• The light in the cockpit and the multicolored light of the diodes.
• Washing in the shower is more hygienic than in the bath.

Choosing a shower cabin, the buyer assumes that it will last a long time and provide all modern conveniences: it will have a mirror, shelves for gels and shampoos, dispensers for liquid soap, shower head, fan, lighting, telephone, hydromassage, foot massagers. And be sure to control panel! If you want to relax comfortably at home, then you need to buy an ultramodern shower cabin. And the compactness will allow, expanding the place in the bathroom, put in it useful household appliances.