The flush-mounted mixers are no longer a curiosity. Products are safely installed in the bathrooms, feeling immediately comfortable use. But to choose the plumbing and install the faucets is necessary by the rules, taking into account the placement and the manufacturer's requirements for plumbing fixtures.
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Install Flush Mount Faucet
The prevailing style of minimalism in the interior makes special requirements for bathroom plumbing. The actuality of the flush mounted mixers (SM) is due to the creation of a new interior.
This is facilitated by the characteristic combination of a single-tone texture of walls and ceilings with chrome glitter of mixers. The observer of plumbing of concealed installation sees only shiny hands, valves and watering cans. The ideal surface finish is unbroken, the entire mechanism of the mixer control is hidden behind the wall.
It is this installation that captivates with its impeccable cleanliness of forms. But to choose and install, for example,
flush-mounted mixer grohe, hansgrohe beginner will be difficult.
For the concealed installation of mixers, a complex structure is typical, consisting of such components as:
• original in appearance of the outer lining
• built-in internal mechanism (R-box)
• shower system or spout.
Structurally the mixer built in consists of parts: external and internal. The choice of the type of mixer for the purpose: for the shower, bath and hygienic shower should be justified by the installation of angled threaded and external elements.
Installing the flush mounted mixer
There are several options for installing and installing a mixer:
• Shower mixer with top nozzle
• concealed bath mixer (with top shower attachment, with spout or watering can)
• Mixer for bidet and hygienic watering can.
Versatility of the inside of the mixer R-box
Technologically, the CM mixer installation option involves the installation of a universal internal part of the R-box, consisting of a plastic housing and a brass mixer part. Installation of R-box is carried out to a depth of 70-100 mm after the cladding works.
The plastic plug R-box provides the functioning of the concealed mixer system for the sink, shower and bath.
The versatility of the interior is in full compatibility with existing piping systems made of polypropylene, plastic and copper. In addition, the installation of the CM mixer provides free space in the shower or corner.
Depending on the installation option, the requirements for installation must be taken into account.
Requirements for installing a flush shower mixer
When choosing and installing a shower mixer for concealed installation, it is necessary to remember:
• on the proper planning of shower facilities and their throughput
• about purchasing a thermostat for mixing water
• about checking the tightness of the pipes after the wiring is completed.
Faucet-mounted shower mixers require an insignificant installation depth (up to 70 mm) for installation, which makes it possible to locate the technique on masonry, facing tiles or dry lining. Let's say that the thermostat helps to simplify the life of the shower mixer.
For example, for a Grohe Rapido device, a thermostat will achieve a capacity of 50 liters per minute with a water head of 3 atm. Powerful technology from the manufacturer Grohe TurboStat and built-in cartridge thermostat can provide the necessary temperature control.
installation of a shower mixer
Built-in shower faucet is installed in stages after completion of all finishing or facing works. The installation will consist of the following steps:
• installation of hidden internal mechanisms
• Shower spout installations (top).
we establish the latent internal mechanism
The wall of the bathroom is prepared for the embedded element. We make the marking of the wall in accordance with the requirements that ensure the maximum water head. Drill a hole in the wall to a depth of 120 mm, depending on the size of the inner element of the R-box.
Prepare the nodes of the internal mechanism for installation in the recess. After carrying out the preparatory work, the internal mechanism of the mixer is installed in place and fixed.
The outer part of the wall with the installed element is treated with silicone mastic and glue to install the gasket under the upper part of the mixer.
install the top of the mixer
From the inside installed in the place of attachment. Remove the restrictive marking plate. The outer diameter of the installed inner part is processed with silicone. Then we install the adjusting mechanism inside and fix it. The built-in mechanism must be placed in accordance with the requirements set by the manufacturer.
On the installed mechanism, put on the top cover, on which the external overlay with regulators of feed and water regimes is placed.
Requirements for the installation of a concealed bath mixer
Before installing a bathroom faucet, you must:
• 8 cm of internal space in the wall
• plan the placement of elements in the bathroom
• Calculate the capacity of the mixer for additional elements (upper shower)
• Pipe routing taking into account the installation of the coarse filter and thermostat
• flush the installed mixer system.
The installation process for a bathroom faucet is practically the same as for a shower mixer.
The mixer is recommended to be installed after the cladding works.
Steps for installing a bathroom faucet:
• installation of the built-in mechanism
• installation of the external part: with a spout, a watering can or an upper shower attachment.
Make the installation of the mixer CM for shower and bath will show this video.
What is required for hygienic mixer installation
To select a hygienic concealed faucet mixer, it is necessary to provide a free space for installation that ensures the sagging of the shower hose.
Unlike other mixer systems, the hygienic shower faucet has an on-off valve inside the button on the outer cover. It is not recommended to use a long shower hose, because the adjustment of the head of water in this case is difficult.
The best option for installing a hygienic shower mixer and bidet is to install a thermostat that allows you to quickly adjust the head to the watering can and the water temperature.
The possibilities and convenience of using a hygienic shower with a built-in mixer is shown in the video.
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