Lemark hygienic showers: features and recommendations for choosing
Hygiene is important for every person. That is why the French invented the bidet, which, from a medical point of view, is much better than toilet paper. But in many apartments, due to the small area of bathrooms and toilets, it is not possible to install this item. Currently, the way out of this situation is the installation of hygienic showers. One of the leading companies in the production of these products is Lemark.
history of the company
The Czech company Lemark produces a wide range of sanitary ware. The company uses high quality brass and German aerators as raw materials for its products. The assortment of the company includes more than 20 different collections of sanitary ware. This makes it easy to select the necessary equipment for your home.
What is a hygienic shower?
The standard set of such a shower is as follows:
- hose;
- shower head;
- mixer with temperature controller.
In some models, it is possible to additionally install a check valve or reducer. The hose can be made of rubber or metal braided. It is better not to choose hoses with a metal winding made of zinc or aluminum as a material for winding, since this type of metal darkens and loses its presentation. Recommended hose lengths range from 0.5 to 1.5 meters.
But before choosing the length, it is worth knowing exactly the location of the shower. The shower head is smaller than a standard shower and has a valve that supplies water.
If there is no such mixer, then either cold or hot water will be supplied, which in this case is absolutely inappropriate.
Installation options
It is good if you have thought about the possibility of installing a hygienic shower in advance during the construction or renovation phase, then you can carry out any design project and immediately bring hot and cold water to the place of installation of the shower. This option will allow you to put a lever mixer.
The second option is suitable for those who came up with the idea to install such a shower after the renovation. Then it is possible to install a shower in a sanitary cabinet. But due to the unstable pressure in the pipes, you will have to constantly adjust the water temperature, therefore it is worth installing a shower with a thermostat... And after use, immediately shut off the water supply, since the structure may not withstand the pressure and break, which will entail unpleasant consequences.
Popular models
One of the most popular lines of the Lemark company is Plus Grace. The Plus Grace bidet shower is built-in and has a push-on bidet head. The length of the hose for this product is 1.5 meters. Shower diameter 33 mm, hose diameter 23 mm. Shower arm length 184 mm. Such a small size allows you to conveniently use this device.
Another popular line of the company is the series Solo. It is represented by two models: Solo LM7165C with mixer and Solo LM7166C. Not so long ago, a new product appeared in this line. LM7165B, which is presented in bronze color. The warranty for products of this brand is 4 years. Model Solo LM7165C has a single-lever mixer and a concealed vertical installation type. The hose length of this model is 1.5 meters, the diameter of the ceramic cartridge is 25 mm.
Varieties of mixers
There are 3 types of mixers:
- single-lever;
- valve type;
- with thermostat.
When installing valve-type mixers, it is worth remembering that if the pressure in the pipes drops, it will not be able to provide the required water temperature for the procedure. In this type, water of the required temperature is obtained by mixing hot and cold water with valves. An additional tap is also needed, which will be responsible for the water supply. With single-lever mixers, the water pressure and temperature are regulated by means of a lever. The water temperature is regulated by horizontal movements, and vertical movements are responsible for the pressure.
The thermostatic mixer is ideal for use with a hygienic shower because it is enough to set the required temperature once and then simply use the lever to supply water.
In situations where the pressure in the pipes decreases, the thermostat itself calculates the required volume of water to maintain the temperature you need.
Pros and cons of a hygienic shower
This shower is an excellent replacement for a bidet in an apartment. Such a device allows you to more carefully monitor hygiene. In addition to its main purpose, the device allows you to solve some small household tasks. For example, it makes it much easier to fill various cleaning containers or watering bottles for flowers, since bathroom sinks do not always allow you to do this. It also makes it easier to wash your shoes after the street. The disadvantages include the fact that it will be quite difficult for overweight people to use the shower.
What to look for when buying?
The first thing to focus on is the design features, since some models can only be connected to one pipe. The second is the attachment method itself, because sometimes water can leak from the watering can after using the shower. The watering can should be in a place inaccessible to children, since then it will not be possible to avoid problems with flooded floors and wet walls.
It is also worth paying attention to the material from which the product is made. The best option among budget products is chrome plated brass.
The video tells in detail about the types of hygienic shower and how to install it.