For bathroom renovation, black shower installation is an important part of the process. The choice and installation of the black shower can affect the results later on. Pay attention to those little details and make yourself more comfortable!
What is the right height for the shower installation?
The height of the shower mixer valve from the ground
When we install the shower, the first thing we have to determine is the height of the shower mixing valve from the ground, generally before we install the showerhead. Then the distance between the shower mixer valve and the ground is generally controlled by us within a height zone of around 90 to 100cm. Within this range we can also adjust it according to our own height. But generally do not go higher than 110cm, too high may result in the shower lift tube not being installed.
Shower mixer height
The head of the shower mixer is generally installed with the pre-determined build in the wall tiles. It is best to cover it with a decorative cover. Otherwise it will not look very beautiful. So it is best to fix the pipe when the reserved position first consider clearly, generally 15mm higher than the rough wall, so that when the tiling is finished just can be build it, to ensure that the wall surface beautiful. The spacing between the elbow of the inner parts of the shower is generally in the range of 10-15cm. Generally, when you buy a showerhead, the seller will give you two adapters, so that the mixing valve can be connected to the hot and cold water outlets on the wall. However, if possible, it is better not to use an adapter to connect the shower, as this is more aesthetically pleasing.
Which is the best shower for exposed and concealed installation?
In terms of maintenance: exposed shower is more convenient.
If it breaks, you can just take it down and buy a new one, or you can just replace the small parts except for minor problems. If the shower is concealed, if there is a problem, what is in the wall, it is difficult to repair.
From the price point of view: exposed shower is more cost-effective
Because the construction is simple and easy, the cost is not high. If the shower is concealed, it will be very troublesome to install and the cost is correspondingly high, which is the reason why many families are deterred from concealing the shower.
In terms of space: concealed installation saves space
It’s also clear to see that concealed shower fittings are hidden in the wall and don’t take up too much space in the bathroom. A concealed shower is hidden in the wall and does not take up too much space in the bathroom, whereas a concealed shower will take up more space in the bathroom because there are more fittings exposed.
In terms of value: the concealed installation is more elegant
This is not a controversial issue, after all, a large proportion of friends like concealed showers because the pipework can be builded in the wall. An exposed integral shower will give a cluttered look and feel, and will not look high quality.
What other suggestions should I make when installing a shower?
The spacing between the two internal pipes
The standard spacing between the elbows of the shower is 15cm for concealed installation and 10cm for open installation, remembering that they are all measured in the middle. Too wide and too narrow will not fit, do not rely on the adjustment of the wire, adjust the scope of the adjustment of the wire is very limited.
After the wall tile and the wall to maintain a plane
If the wall tiles are level with the wall tiles, you will find that the silk head is too deep in the wall, which will not fit the shower.
Hot left and cold right cannot be wrong
Shower internal filament elbow outlet to master the left hot right cold can not be wrong, this is not only the provisions of national norms and the majority of owners of the use of habits, more importantly, manufacturers of products are also produced in accordance with the provisions of the left hot right cold, if you get it wrong may lead to some equipment can not work, or that damage to equipment. This should be noted at the time of pipe-laying.