Corner showers: types and secrets of choice

Special attention should be paid to the arrangement of the bathroom. It is good when the area allows you to install not only a bathtub, but also a spacious shower cabin in it. However, if there is not much space, you have to limit yourself to the corner shower model. From the material in this article, you will learn about the pros and cons of such cabins, their types and selection criteria.

Corner showers have many advantages. They do not block the doorway, visually increase the space of the bathroom. Taking a shower reduces the time spent on hygiene procedures (compared to taking a bath). In addition, the products:

• save useful space without compromising the functionality of the washing area;
• reduce the consumption of water consumed during washing;
• equipped with a set of different options to diversify hygiene procedures;
• differ in design variability, suitable for decorating bathrooms in different interior styles;
• variable in size, which allows you to choose a model that will satisfy all household members;
• there are standard and small-sized, so they are suitable for small bathrooms;
• fit well into the interior with different types of furniture, can be equipped with shelves and seats;
• equipped with backlight and internal heating, the temperature inside is kept optimally for a long time;
• differ in cost, the buyer has the opportunity to choose among a huge assortment;
• unload the space for installing furniture, plumbing in small and combined bathrooms;
• exclude the ingress of water splashes on the floor or walls during washing;
• are expressive interior accents.

A significant advantage of the products is the ease of maintenance. If you wipe the walls in a timely manner and wipe the pallet dry, there will be no rust and limescale on the surface. The shower will look like new, keeping the appearance fresh for a long time. The cabin is simple and easy to use, depending on the type it can combine the functions of a shower and a bath.

Along with the advantages, corner shower boxes have several disadvantages. For example:

• for the cabin to work properly, the water pressure in the pipe must be at least 1.5 bar;
• some models are not as comfortable as linear counterparts and comfortable bathtubs;
• combined models do not provide for bathing in a prone position, you can wash in them half-sitting or reclining;
• not always suitable for the embodiment of vintage style in the interior of the bathroom;
• the price of products is higher than the cost of a bath, sometimes it stops a potential buyer.

Manufacturers of corner shower enclosures divide the assortment geometrically into 3 lines. Models are:

• semicircular;
• square;
• rectangular.

Modifications are equilateral and non-standard.

The classic model consists of a pallet, a cabin frame, partitions with walls, a roof, doors and shower heads. In addition to the closed type, the cabins are open (without a roof). The advantage of open modifications is natural air exchange. The advantage of closed boxes is their versatility. They are often equipped with lighting and music, and the steam in them can be flavored.

The configuration of its front part directly depends on the geometric shape of the cabin. Modifications with a straight front are considered the most convenient to use. They blend harmoniously into the interior and stand out for their attractive appearance. They are bought for the arrangement of small bathrooms in city apartments. Despite the fact that they are more expensive than linear counterparts, these corner cabins are often equipped with advanced features.

Modifications with a rounded front are cheaper. Customers like the streamlined shape: when installing a shower in a small space, you can not be afraid of injury from its corners. Products are equipped with sliding doors, they do not need a lot of space for placement.

The models also differ in the height of the pallet. If you want to use the cabin as a shower and a bathtub, buy an option with a deep tray. Elderly people find it difficult to step over a high bowl; manufacturers offer them models with a low pallet.

Corner shower cubicle fits perfectly into the bathroom interior, provided the correct size is chosen. The most demanded dimensions are the standard parameters 80x80, 90x90, 100x100 cm. Such models can be installed in small bathrooms of apartments with an old layout. They are convenient in that they relieve the space for installing a washing machine and a basket for dirty laundry. In the description of characteristics, sellers often indicate dimensional data in millimeters (for example, 800x800, 900x900 mm).

In very small bathrooms, cabins of 75x75, 70x70 and 60x60 cm are purchased. They are not so convenient, however, for bathrooms with an area of ​​2-4 square meters, they are the best options. These cabins are placed instead of baths, creating comfortable conditions for washing in confined spaces. The models are laconic and equipped with a basic set of functions.

Shower height standards are considered indicators from 1.9 to 2.3 m. On sale there are options with a height of up to 2.5 m, but it is precisely because of the height that they are not bought so often. As for other sizes, buyers often choose options with dimensions 120x120, 110x80, 100x120, 100x80 cm.In small rooms, they buy products 70x90, 85x85 cm.In large bathrooms (from 15 square meters and more), they acquire varieties with dimensions of 130x130, 140x140, 90x150, 90x170 cm.

The height of a low pallet (for example, for corner semicircular booths) usually does not exceed 15 cm. The parameters for analogs with a high pallet range from 20-25 cm and above. In such booths you can bathe babies and also wash things. The higher the pallet, the longer the heat remains inside the hydrobox. The dimensions of the comfortable pallets are 125x125 and 150x150 cm.

Among a wide range of manufacturers, corner shower enclosures of trade marks are especially popular with buyers. Polar, Niagara, Timo, Erlit, Roca. Products stand out against the background of analogs with high quality and performance characteristics.

Shower boxes from Polar are relatively small (80x80 cm). They are compact, versatile for most typical bathrooms in urban apartments in our country. The package includes a mixer and a small shelf. The cab doors are made of matt tinted glass. The height of the pallet with a metal frame is 40 cm. The box has a height of 2 m, due to which it fits well into a room with a low ceiling.

The cabin from the Niagara brand with dimensions of 90x90 cm and a high acrylic pallet has a frame made of high-strength aluminum alloy. The pallet supports are adjustable, the back wall is made of tempered glass. The façade is frosted, corrugated, made of 5 mm thick glass. The profile is chrome-plated, the cabin has a shelf for shampoo, gel, washcloths and soap.

Showers from the Finnish manufacturer Timo with acrylic trays are durable. Products are equipped with a sliding mechanism opening doors. The advantage of a shower cabin is a high-quality hydromassage system. The set of options includes a rain shower, several operating modes, ventilation, lighting. The cabin is controlled by the remote control.

The model from the Chinese company Erlit with dimensions of 80x120 cm is asymmetrical in shape. The front part is made of frosted glass. The door opening mechanism is sliding, which allows you to install plumbing fixtures or some kind of furniture next to the shower. The production uses tempered glass with a thickness of 4 mm. The shower is controlled by a remote control and is completed with a set of several shelves.

The corner shower cabin from the Roca trademark has dimensions of 120x120 cm. The oversized model fits well into the interior of large bathrooms. The profile can be white or silver. The model looks laconic, suitable for the arrangement of bathrooms in a modern style.

When choosing a shower stall model for arranging a specific bathroom, it is necessary to take into account a number of nuances. The model must correspond to the parameters of the area of ​​the plumbing unit. The product should provide the user with optimal conditions for taking a shower, standing inside it at full height. In this case, a person must move freely, turn, bend over in the cockpit.

The product standard has been developed as a result of its operation. The height of the pallet can be up to 30-40 cm. You need to buy the option that will be convenient to use. If it is difficult for a person to step over the pallet, you need to take a cab with a low panel.

If you want to use the cabin as a bathtub, take a shower with a high tray. The shower cubicle, combined with the bath, has the parameters of the shower tray equal to the length and width of the bath. In some models, its doors do not completely cover the bath space, but only partially.

The optimal height of the purchased cabin is 210-230 cm. For small modifications it does not exceed 190 cm.The standard depth, convenient for washing, is considered to be from 80 to 90 cm. Products with a depth of 70 cm or less are classified as non-standard. In order not to doubt the width parameters, you can take a closer look at products with dimensions from 90 to 100 cm.

Shower enclosures of different models from different brands differ in the set of provided functions. The more there are, the more expensive the product. If the buyer wants only a selection of them, there is no point in overpaying for those that he will not use. For example, someone needs a hydromassage, a steam generator to create the atmosphere of a Turkish bath. Others prefer to choose simple options with a set of basic options.

When choosing a product, you need to pay attention to the type of pallet. It is necessary to check it for anti-slip. The pallet minimizes the likelihood of flooding for neighbors living on the floor below. Its optimal height allows for foot baths.

In order not to doubt the quality, preference should be given to a product from a trusted manufacturer with a good reputation. All the pros and cons of the cabin you like can be found by scrolling through the reviews of real buyers left on the forums of information portals. To get more reliable information, you need to look at the blog pages of different authors or sites.

You should not take boxing for a discount or sale. No one will discount a good product that is in demand with customers. Seeing a tempting discount, it is worth thinking about a marriage, from which they are distracted by a discount or promotion. You should not buy a product with visible defects, chips, scratches.

The prices for the products are different, while the branded options are more expensive. Sometimes manufacturers put on sale models decorated with expensive stones, gilded elements, ivory or marble decor. The most advanced boxes are equipped with a telephone and radio. Models from the lines of Italian and American companies are also very popular.

Corner shower cubicle fits perfectly into different styles of bathrooms. A harmoniously selected option will decorate the bathroom and bring novelty to the interior.

An example of arranging a bathroom with an open-type cabin against a background of brick cladding.

A closed model with a rounded front is a key design element.

A rectangular version with a high pallet and a laconic design.

A functional shower in a spacious bathroom in neutral colors.

Model with a low base and lighting in the interior of a large bathroom.

An example of freeing up space at the expense of a cabin in a small bathroom.

Corner shower cubicle is a key accent of modern interior, made in light colors.

The cabin with transparent glass against the background of dark walls looks especially stylish and modern.

An interesting option for a spacious bathroom.

A practical and convenient version of the cabin in the design of a modern bathroom.

Next, watch a video with expert advice on choosing a shower stall.