At installation of shower trays two main tasks are solved:
- providing space for accommodation drainage devices(siphon and outlet pipe)
- ensuring the verticality of the walls of the shower stall, for which the tray serves as a foundation
Order shower tray installation depends on its type. More precisely, from the material from which it is installed.
Most modern shower cabins are equipped with . They are well suited for installation and are easy to assemble.
Acrylic shower tray with reinforcement - bottom view
1.1. Turn the tray upside down and screw in the legs. There can be from three to five. If the pallet is provided with a separate metal or plastic support frame (in addition to the reinforcement of the pallet itself), then perform this operation with the specified frame, because The holes for screwing in the legs will be made in it. Aim for the legs to be longer than the siphon of the drain system and protrude from the bottom of the pan to approximately the same length.
1.2. Install the drainage system. In most designs, to do this, you need to place the tray on its side, insert a connecting sleeve from the side of the bathtub (washing cavity) into the drain hole; From the bottom side, tightly push the siphon pipe onto the protruding end of the connecting sleeve. To ensure a strong connection, use glue. Seal all joints and cracks with sealants. There are options using threaded connections with gaskets - see instructions for the shower cabin.
Adjusting the legs of the acrylic tray 1.3. Place the tray on its feet. Make sure that the bottom of the siphon does not touch the floor. By rotating the length of the legs, ensure that the upper surface of the tray (the one on which the walls of the shower stall will be installed) is horizontal. This is important, because if the cabin is installed at an angle, it will quickly begin to leak.
To ensure horizontalness, use a building level. Typically this is wooden block, into which a glass flask with an air bubble floating in it is inserted. On a strictly horizontal surface, the bubble should be placed in the center of the flask opposite the corresponding mark.
If you do not have a building level, then you can check the horizontalness of the pallet more in a simple way. Take a regular shallow dinner plate with smooth edges. Place it on the side of the tray and gradually fill it with water. On the side of the edge of the plate from which water will begin to flow earlier than from the others, there is a slope - this side of the pan must be raised.
Repeat this operation on all sides of the tray until the plate begins to fill evenly. Once leveled, secure the pallet legs using stoppers.
1.4. If the tray is installed in the corner of the room or against its wall, lubricate the edges touching the walls with glue and press them tightly against the wall(s). Wait for the glue to dry and additionally lubricate the junction of the walls of the room and the sides of the pallet with sealant.
1.5. Connect a drain pipe to the outlet pipe of the siphon and install the decorative casing of the pallet in place, covering its lower part along with the legs to the floor (this operation can be carried out after complete installation shower cabin).
This completes the installation of the acrylic shower tray.
If you decide to install a marble shower tray in your bathroom, see its advantages and where you can buy it.
Installation of a cast iron pan
Installing a shower tray made of cast iron is fundamentally similar to the installation of an acrylic tray. The difference is that:
2.1. The cast iron pallet is strong in itself and does not require additional reinforcement;
2.2. The legs of the cast iron pan are cast integrally with the body. Therefore, horizontal alignment is possible only by placing some objects under the legs. Let's say, steel strips of measured thickness (for example, a metal ruler cut into pieces).
A cast iron pan requires almost no installation! In this case the question arises, how to fix a shower tray so that its legs don’t move off these plates? After all, the sides of a cast-iron pallet do not stick to the walls of the room...
The problem is solved by creating a cement frame-boss around each leg of the cast-iron pallet. To form it, you can use at least a “box” from an ordinary matchbox as formwork.
Another thing is that prefabricated factory-made shower cabins are not equipped with cast iron trays. Cast iron trays are usually used together with simpler shower enclosures in the form of screens and curtains, which do not require very precise tray geometry for installation.
Preparing a place for a parapet for a cast iron pallet 2.3. Sometimes the height of the legs of a cast iron pan may not be enough to place a drain siphon underneath it. In this case, the cast iron pallet will have to be lifted using a parapet. This task is not very difficult. A brick parapet is laid around the perimeter of the pallet (or a concrete collar is made), sufficient in height to place a siphon inside it. A hole or groove is left in the parapet for the passage of the outlet pipe from the siphon. A pallet is installed on this parapet and, if necessary, it is adjusted in a horizontal plane; the legs of the pallet are fixed with cement bosses; The visible surfaces of the parapet are covered with tiles or mosaic modules.
Installation of a steel pallet
Today, installing a plastic shower tray is gaining popularity. General and non-general cases of its use can be found.
- you will also find it on our website.
How to make a shower tray yourself?
The main part of the procedure is described above. Only in this case, the side of the bathtub (washing cavity) is also laid out with bricks on top of the pedestal. The drain hole of such an improvised pan is combined with the inlet pipe of the siphon. The cavity into which the siphon and drain pipe are installed is subjected to comprehensive waterproofing, covered on top with a cement plug or brickwork. The bathtub (washing cavity), as well as the rest of the pedestal, is tiled or mosaiced.
Homemade shower tray before tiling How to lay out a shower tray these materials? Just like any other surface. You just need to remember that when laying tiles and mosaics, you should make a slope towards the drain hole. Perhaps by varying the thickness of the adhesive layer or cement backing. Seams between tiles or mosaic modules are covered with a water-repellent composition.
This can be done beforehand using dowels or by pressing into cement screed strengthen profiles over the sides of the pallet for subsequent installation of the cabin enclosure.
Mosaic lining of shower tray How to install a shower tray
It's not enough to know how to assemble a shower tray, you need to have an idea where to put it.
Most shower trays are designed to be installed in the corner of the bathroom. But it may turn out that the distance from this corner to the inlet to the sewer or to the water pipes is too great. That's why pallets are preferred rectangular shape that they provide more freedom in the placement of the cabin: they can be placed either in a corner or against a wall, and even in the middle of the room.
Connecting the shower tray to the sewer In general, since water from the water supply comes under pressure, and the distance from the cabin to the connection point to water pipe not critical; when choosing a place to install the cabin, you need to focus on the distance to the entrance to the sewer. It is set quite rigidly by the height of the legs of the pallet (pedestal). The drain pipe from the siphon to the sewer system must slope downward at a slope of 7-8 degrees for normal water flow.
Sometimes the drain hole of some pallets (especially steel ones) is located not in the bottom, but in the side walls. Accordingly, the pan must be turned around the sewer drain hole on the side in which it has a drain hole.
How to strengthen a shower tray
For many buyers of shower cabins, the strength of acrylic trays, even reinforced ones, seems insufficient. Steel pallets also need strengthening.
General rules for how to strengthen acrylic or steel shower tray, No. Typically, strengthening the structure comes down to placing bricks under the bottom of the pallet or installing supporting pillars. One thing is important: the surface of the supporting element should correspond as much as possible to the surface of the bottom of the pallet, and all supports should be the same height. Otherwise, it will be even worse: the supporting element will simply push through the bottom of the pallet.
Reinforcing the shower tray with bricks What to do? Arrange special cement trays for pallets with careful adjustment of these structures to the configuration of the bottom of the pallet. But this kind of “monument” may turn out to be more expensive than a new shower stall, let alone a tray.
How to seal a shower tray
During installation, you may damage the shower tray. Especially if it is made of acrylic. But even through cracks up to 300 mm long can be repaired quite simply using special restoration kits. For example, "Akrol", sold in most construction stores in Moscow.
The procedure for this is as follows:
8.1. Dismantle the pallet and remove all cabin parts from it.
8.2. By thoroughly inspecting the pallet, verify the nature of the damage: through or not through.
8.3. Drill holes at both ends of the crack with a drill slightly larger in diameter than the crack itself - so that it does not spread further.
8.4. If the crack is through, then glue a strip of fiberglass fabric onto it from below (on the side opposite the washing cavity) using epoxy resin.
8.5. Remove (using a drill with a cutter or just a sharp knife) chamfers 1.0-1.5 mm deep along the entire crack - so that the restoration solution can be poured into it more easily.
8.6. Fill the crack with liquid acrylic with hardener.
8.7. After drying, remove the acrylic deposits near the crack with “soft” sandpaper.
Damage to steel and cast iron pallets most often involves chipped enamel. Elimination of non-through damage of this kind also involves sealing with restoration compositions. Either - epoxy resin by applying a layer of liquid enamel on top of it, or using liquid acrylic with hardener.
It is impossible to restore a broken ceramic tray... Damage to ceramic (faience) pallets is most often fatal: they break when exceeding permissible loads or from blows. Those who wish can try to glue them together with any glue known to them, but at the same time restore acceptable strength and appearance it won't work.
Repairing mineral cast pallets is no different from repairing acrylic pallets.
Installation of a shower tray - price
If you don't want to bother with the question, how to assemble a shower tray, then you can invite specialists for this. For example, " Range of household services» (Moscow) charges 1,500 rubles for installing an acrylic shower tray with a sewer connection. But, as a rule, this service is provided in conjunction with the assembly of the entire shower cabin, and in itself is not very popular among Muscovites. After all, anyone can screw four legs onto an acrylic vessel.
Another question if you need install shower tray original design, By individual project, and even from some unusual material. Then the lower threshold prices is determined by your ability to bargain, there is no upper limit!
Becoming popular the new kind rest: you are thrown out of a helicopter in a completely unfamiliar forest with a two-week supply of food and water. At the same time, you are guaranteed that during this entire time your foot will not step on the shower tray.
To be sad for two weeks in a paradise for entomologists, where there is no shower tray and no shower itself, this fragment of civilization, is not my kind of vacation.
As a child, I never asked myself this question: “How to install a shower tray?” And as an adult, I have never heard a single song about a shower tray. Someone will be surprised, indignant and say: “It can’t be!” Maybe, or whatever it may be.
So how do you install a shower tray?
Shower trays are made from different materials. For example, from ceramics or acrylic. There is also the concept " hand made» - “made by hand” or “made by hand”, whichever you prefer. This means that the shape of the shower tray is laid out by human hands and covered with ceramic tiles or mosaics. This is what the masters of ancient civilizations did when there were no factories for the production of shower trays. The work of making a shower tray by hand is interesting for a craftsman, but nowadays there is almost no demand for it. Therefore, I will talk about installing a ceramic shower tray, a ceramic shower tray.
Installation of a ceramic tray
So, there is a ceramic shower tray and a place where it should be. All this can be seen in the photo.
We will assume that the water distribution has already been done, because this had to be taken care of in advance, which is what I did. Therefore, we will not focus on this.
First, you need to determine the boundaries of the pallet along the floor plane. Let's use a pencil and outline them. We remove the pallet and slightly reduce the outlined boundaries. Boundaries do not have to be rigid; it is important that they have a logical explanation. The podium will be covered with mosaic, but before that it must be leveled with putty or plaster. Therefore, you need to leave room for finishing works. I think it's 15mm. quite enough. We draw a parallel line, shifting it inward by 15 mm. This line will determine the boundaries of the “rough” podium. Do not forget to mark the boundaries of the drain hole, this is very important to know and leave it free for the siphon.
Next, you need to decide what height the podium will have. First you need to determine minimum height, she in in this case tied to the pipes and the box hiding the pipes, located on the right. It will be completely unsightly if the box rests on the pallet. It should be below him, I think. Now let's determine the maximum height. Here you need to proceed from the size of the mosaic with which the podium will be lined. Here, all the same aesthetic considerations. I would really not like to cut the “squares” of the mosaic into pieces when covering the podium. It looks ugly, we don't need it. The most convenient way to make these calculations is to use a laser level, which I mention every now and then in various posts. If you are a professional decorator, rest assured that this tool will make your job much easier.
Material for making the podium
The most comfortable material, I think sibit. It is easy to process and can withstand significant loads. The sizes of sibit stones are standard with a slight deviation in length: 600x250x100 mm. They are ideal for installation. To protect against excessive moisture absorption, each Sibit element must be primed. For this I use Aquastop - an honest and high-quality primer.
Cutting out the shape and installing the podium
Following the outlined boundaries, we measure the distance of straight segments from the edges of the walls. That is, up to those boundaries where the line takes the shape of a circle. We do the same with the space inside these boundaries. In them, we can use straight shaped sibit stones. This is the easiest installation step. We simply cut the stones to size and lay them, leaving empty space only where the podium siphon and its connection to the sewer pipes will be installed.
Don't be confused by the wide socket on the sewer pipe. It is installed temporarily and for only one purpose - to comfortably drain water from buckets.
To begin with, let’s simply play with “cubes” like in childhood. We cut out the necessary elements and put them in place without mortar. It's simple. Sibit is cut with a regular hacksaw for wood. Of course, you can purchase a special hacksaw for sibit. It will last you longer. A hacksaw for wood, after such an outrage as cutting a sibit, will have to be thrown away. It cannot be used for cutting wood. Sibit has the remarkable property of dulling and completely grinding off the teeth of a hacksaw. Here it has no equal among materials that can be cut with a hacksaw. If you really want to slightly improve the quality of the hacksaw cut after a long sawing of the sibit, then this can be done with the help of pliers, sequentially moving all the hacksaw teeth to the sides.
For some reason I remembered the words of one song: “I cured my teeth by force because I was a fool. The mouth said to me arrogantly, “Thank you very much,” and bit me painfully on the side.” This is an inexorable digression from the topic, let's move on.
Cutting small parts of a circle
This, perhaps, is the main difficulty when installing a podium for a shower tray. Sawing out the small details for the circle is where patience is tested. As it was said in one text: “One person was reading a page where there were a lot of letters about patience. “Uh-oh,” he sighed and turned the page without finishing reading. Treat this as a lengthy but necessary process, otherwise you will create many additional difficulties for yourself when tiling the podium. You can write for a long time about how to do this, but it’s better to look at the photo. It is only important to understand that the inner radius of small elements is smaller than the outer one. The “parts” are cut into a small cone.
Installation of the podium
After you have cut out and arranged all the elements, you can begin gluing them, that is, installing the pallet itself using blanks.
First you need to prime everything you sawed from Sibit and sign each element with a pencil to avoid confusion. Prime the surface of the screed on which the podium will be mounted.
You can mount a sibit podium using regular tile adhesive. It's done like this. Dilute the tile adhesive in a bucket until it becomes thick sour cream. Any surface to be glued, first coat it “to scratch” with glue, and then apply it to it thin layer the same solution. In places where the planes fit tightly, it would be wise to use a 6x6 mm notched trowel. As for the elements that make up the circle, just fill the space between them with glue. Glue all the sibit stones inside to the screed. Then dilute the glue thinner and fill the voids between them. A day will pass and the glue will settle. Then it will be possible to more carefully level the planes with the same glue. The outer plane of the circle is easier to level with moisture-resistant putty. I use “Skala” putty for these purposes. It is easier to sand to give it the desired shape. Other mixtures may be suitable for some.
After all the manipulations described above, the podium takes on the appearance as in the photo below.
Installation of a shower tray
breaks into real life
So, we have taken the direct, untrodden path of installing a shower tray. The ceramic shower tray is quite heavy for one person. I haven't weighed it personally, but I believe it weighs at least 35 kg. according to my feelings. It is not easy to lift and install it in such an “unfolded” plane. There is no way we can just throw it on the solution and then move it as we please. This will not achieve the required level during installation and adhesion to the solution. You need to put it immediately and in place without moving it.
Despite the fact that the screed on which the sibit podium rests in the level, as well as the sibit itself, has same sizes in height, we will still have a plane that is not at an ideal level. In addition, it is now that the floor needs to be tiled, which also introduces its own errors in the height at which the pallet should be installed. So, let's tile the floor.
We make new measurements using laser level. Those who don’t have one can use a regular rack level. This is not important, the laser only makes the work easier.
We need to again identify the height that will allow us to cover the podium with mosaics without cutting its elements into pieces. It is very important.
Small bathroom? Or do you simply prefer a shower to a bath? If you nodded your head in agreement to at least one of these questions, then this article will be interesting to you. Here we will talk about how to install a shower tray in your bathroom.
However, not all at once. It is important to know the installation technique, but first we will understand the types of pallets and other important nuances.
Types of pallets. Making the right choice
Pallets are quite varied. Color, material, depth, shapes and sizes - all these parameters vary between models. If you have already purchased the pallet, great. But if you are just at the selection stage, we will try to help you not make a mistake.
Differences in shape and size
In total, you can distinguish 4 main forms of shower trays:
- Square (with edge sizes up to 130 cm);
- Rectangular pallets have minimum size 70x80 cm;
- Semicircular – 80x80, 90x90;
- Pentagonal – 100x100 cm.
In addition to shape, pallets also differ in depth. So you can purchase plumbing fixtures with a depth of only 4.5 cm. The maximum is 18 cm.
Not all sizes are listed. More details can be found upon purchase. However, it is worth considering the size of the bathroom. But you shouldn’t forget about comfort either. If the small size bothers you, but minimum depth causes discomfort, it is better not to save money and choose a larger pallet.
Differences in materials of manufacture
There are enough materials for making shower trays. The main ones are: acrylic, ceramics, cast iron, steel and even marble. Which one should you choose? The answer to the question lies in another question. Quality or appearance. The fact is that some materials are more durable, others are more durable. design solution. Therefore, you should decide what is more important to you. Or you can combine both qualities. But here comes a financial problem.
The best option would be a marble tray. In terms of external parameters and strength, none of the above options can be compared with it. However, this is where this comes into play financial plan. The cost of the pallet is high compared to other models, so not everyone can afford it.
If you rely on durability, then do not ignore cast iron and steel models. The first ones also have an attractive appearance, which, alas, cannot be said about the second option.
Acrylic and ceramic trays have a beautiful appearance. However, compared to plumbing fixtures made from other materials, they are more fragile. Despite this, acrylic pallets are purchased most often. Many are not embarrassed by the fact that even under the weight of a person they already bend and can crack. To be fair, we note that this can be avoided. This is done by first installing a special stand for the pallet. Curious to know how to make it? Read on.
Acrylic shower tray installation basics
Since we have already touched on the topic of installing acrylic pallets, we will not deviate from the course and will immediately analyze the installation technique.
First of all, you should decide on a stand for the pallet. It can be installed on the floor, and then the legs can be adjusted. However, it is better to mount a brick stand that will provide support from below. This way the pallet will stand more confidently, and you won’t have to worry about waiting for the day when the coating bursts.
Basic installation steps
You already understand about the brick substrate. But let's look at everything from the very beginning. It is worth noting that further instructions apply to all pallets, not just acrylic ones. So, let's go.
We have already discussed the parameters of pallets and how to choose them. However, there is another nuance that lies in the drain holes. Usually they are located at the bottom, but there are options when the holes are shifted to the side. This should also not be forgotten when choosing a pallet.
Once the shower base has been delivered, you can move on to the main work. The most necessary thing is to make markings. To do this, place the pallet in the selected location and outline it with a marker. Also, do not forget to indicate the drainage location. Try not to make any mistakes in the markings so that further problems do not arise.
After this, remove the pan, disconnect the drainage hole into parts, the outlet of which is connected to the main sewer pipe. Do not forget that the location of the hole must coincide with the previously applied markings.
Now take the pallet again and try it on in accordance with the markings. If the hole fits perfectly, you can go ahead and install the pipes. Remember that their joints must be well sealed. Finally, the pallet itself is installed.
Adviсe
The debate about how the pallet should be installed—flatly or with a slight slope—will probably never end. In fact, there is not much difference. And if the essence of a perfectionist comes out in you, and you want the pallet to stand perfectly level, stock up on a water level. But if you consider it necessary to install the shower bottom with a slight slope, be sure to take care of additional strength.
Remember, we talked about how important it is to install bricks under acrylic tray? If not, move the page up a little higher. So, in addition to support, they serve as a soundproofing covering for your neighbors. The water that beats against the pan will be incredibly audible to the residents of the lower apartment. If you don't want them to know your shower schedule, or just want to protect other people's nerve cells Soundproofing is a must. However, it can be not only bricks. Now available for purchase modern materials that do their job better.
Do you want to visually expand the pallet? Cover it with bricks, on top of which stick ceramic tiles. Why ceramic? She tolerates it best high level moisture. In addition, it is better to install the tiles with a slight slope towards the pallet. This way the water won't stay on it.
We make a pallet with our own hands
People often say that you have golden hands? Then maybe you can try making a shower tray with your own hands? What are the advantages of this method?
- You can choose any shape and size;
- At the same time, you will save something;
- And once again make sure that your hands are truly golden.
However, think again before you jump into action. After all, the work is really not easy. Have you changed your mind? Great, let's begin.
To begin with, we determine and install the location of the drain, the height of which should be at least 20 cm from the floor. However, we are in no hurry to consolidate it. You will definitely do this, but a little later, when you have carried out all the calculations and are convinced of their correctness. After this you can secure the drain. This is obvious, but let us remind you anyway. The drain must go into the main sewer.
There is still a lot of dusty and difficult work ahead that can damage the drain. To prevent this, it should be covered metal pipe, which fits in diameter and attach it to the floor with clamps. Next you need to create a platform for the future pallet. To do this, lay bricks around the entire perimeter, which should be poured concrete screed. By the way, it should be about 7 cm below the drain level, since there will be several more layers on top. You will find out very soon what they will be made of.
So, while your screed is drying, don't waste your time. Consider what the side for the tray should be and whether a step under the seat is needed. All this can also be made from bricks, and ultimately finished with ceramic tiles.
Finishing work
When the screed and brick composition are dry, you can apply a primer with a special waterproofing composition. Now the design is almost ready. All that remains is to cover it with ceramic tiles. You should choose it in accordance with the overall style of the room.
The shower tray is ready. When everything is dry, you can try it out.
As you can see, you can install a shower tray with your own hands different ways. And you don’t necessarily need to start by purchasing this plumbing fixture. However, whether it is a purchased pallet or a home-made pallet depends only on you. The main thing is to correctly follow all installation procedures, and then you for a long time You will enjoy your time in the shower.
Video: how to install a shower tray
Shower stalls both in an ordinary apartment and in country house look stylish and presentable. Modern market offers shower designs of various configurations and price ranges, so every buyer will be able to choose an option that completely suits him.
Before installing the shower tray, you must complete everything Finishing work: the area under the pallet must be level and perfectly horizontal.
The main advantages of shower cabins include:
- The products are compact, which is a significant advantage for Russian small-sized bathrooms.
- Significant water savings, ranging from 300 to 500% compared to taking a bath.
- Shower procedures take less time.
- The use of running water increases the hygiene of the bathing process, since dirt is instantly flushed away.
- Installing a shower structure on your own is possible even for a non-professional.
But buying a quality shower design is only half the battle. The key point are assembly and connection. Moreover, the most difficult and labor-intensive process can be called installation and installation of the pallet. Modern technologies allow you to simplify installation work. A design such as a shower box is already assembled cabin, which only needs to be connected to the water supply, electrical network and discharges to the sewerage system. But this option, due to the design features of the room, is not always profitable, acceptable and optimal. Therefore, the question independently or with the involvement of specialists is still relevant.
Features of choice
The pallet is one of the most important elements designs. The shape and size of the shower stall depend on it, and the material of the tray significantly affects the comfort and convenience of hygienic procedures. The dimensions of standard shower trays are varied and range from 70x70 to 130x130 cm.
By depth, all pallets can be divided into:
- deep (from 100 cm);
- medium (from 50 to 100 cm);
- small (up to 50 cm).
It is worth considering that a siphon is installed under the shower tray, which increases the overall height of the shower stall by 10-20 cm. If you have not yet decided on the depth of the tray, you should pay attention to the following nuances. Cabins with a deep tray look like a bathtub and allow you to enjoy water procedures V comfortable conditions. Such pallets also have their disadvantages: when leaving the box, you should raise your legs high, so they are not suitable for elderly people or those with illnesses musculoskeletal system. Although this shortcoming can be eliminated by installing additional stages.
The shapes of pallets are very diverse:
- round;
- square;
- polygonal;
- corner.
Before purchasing a shower tray, you should determine its future location. To install a shower in the center of the room, it is necessary to have the possibility of supplying all the necessary communications. In the opposite situation, you should stop at installing the pallet in the corner of the room or install the product in a niche. For miniature bathrooms it makes sense to choose corner options, which most often have a semicircular or pentagonal shape.
Materials for pallets are not very diverse. Each of them has both its advantages and disadvantages. Typically, structures are made from:
- acrylic;
- cast iron;
- ceramics;
- become;
- artificial or natural marble.
Cast iron pallets with enameled coating are widely used due to their relatively low cost, large reserve of strength and good durability. In addition, they are absolutely not subject to deformation. The cheapest are structures made of enameled steel. But their significant disadvantages are slow heating, high noise, and fragile coating.
In addition, steel pallets are the slipperiest. More expensive models of steel shower trays do not have these disadvantages, as they have a reinforced coating and are equipped with rubber gaskets that absorb noise. Ceramic trays have also earned their popularity. They are attractive and hygienic, but require very careful handling due to the risk of chipping, as they are susceptible to even slight impacts.
Acrylic is one of the most practical materials for the manufacture of pallets. Such pallets are beautiful, durable, and pleasant to the touch. Minor damage easy to fix yourself using special staff, which is applied to the damaged area and then sanded.
Acrylic pallets tend to sag under weight, so they are equipped with special frame mounting brackets and adjustable legs, with the help of which it is ensured correct installation designs. The wide variety of shapes, sizes and colors of acrylic will allow you to choose the ideal pallet for any interior. IN Lately Excellent pallets made of quaril have appeared - compounds of acrylic and quartz, which have high strength and wear resistance.
Marble shower trays have the ideal smooth surface. They have a beautiful and presentable appearance, and are not afraid of cleaning agents, temperature changes, or scratches. Marble pallets are made from natural or artificial material. Artificial marble It has better performance properties and a relatively affordable price; its surface is more resistant to any stains and is much easier to maintain. Moreover, along with acrylic products cast marble options are the quietest and safest in terms of sliding.
Marble pallets are quite heavy and can crack even at the measuring stage. It is not recommended to install them without certain skills. Due to the fragility of the material, the same advice applies to ceramic trays. That's why self installation, as a rule, involves the installation of an acrylic or cast iron device. Detailed algorithm necessary actions and will be discussed below.
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Preparatory stage
So, you will definitely need:
- plumb line;
- hydraulic hose;
- siphon;
- crosshead screwdriver;
- adhesive sealant;
- wrench.
You should also know that the renovation of the premises must be completed before starting. This rule applies not only to cosmetic work, but also to final installation. sewer system, electrical wiring and water supply pipes. Electrical networks must be resistant to moisture and have the least number of “twists”, plumbing pipes It is also necessary to choose only good quality.