Let's not say that this matter is directly related to the budget. Even if the budget is enough to install expensive clothes in every corner of the house, you don't blink. Have you ever thought about these two questions-do I really need them? Can it be installed in my home?
Only do one thing today: clear the name of the shower!
The shower we are talking about today actually refers not only to the shower head, but to a complete shower system, which includes three parts-
When buying, you can choose a shower according to your needs, for example, as long as you don't spray it, just spray it; The hose is matched with the hand-held shower. If you don't choose to hold a shower, you don't need to buy a hose.
There is no need to install a faucet. If you want to wash mops and clothes conveniently, or install a bathtub, it will be much more convenient to buy an extra faucet.
Materials company and technology▕
Materials and crafts are two things that merchants like to make a fuss about. When buying a shower head, you may hear the guide say, "Our shower head is made of all copper and its weight can reach xxxx.". The valve core is imported from Germany, with a two-year warranty and a lifetime warranty ... "
When shopping guides say these words, they need to be vigilant. Because the "all copper" mentioned here is not all copper you think.
Generally speaking, common shower materials are copper and 304 stainless steel. The copper here refers to the national standard copper (copper conforming to the national standard GB18145-2014, containing 59% copper, lead 1% and the rest zinc and a small amount of impurities), not 100.
▲ Bronze retro shower Source: pinterest.com
Even if the shopping guide says "our shower is made of national standard copper", we should pay attention to it, because this does not mean that the whole shower system is made of copper.
Generally speaking, only some taps and handles of high-end products will use copper, and the rest, such as top spray, are generally stainless steel or ABS plastic.
Noun explanation:
All-copper faucet body = only the faucet body part uses copper.
The whole faucet is all copper = the faucet handle is all copper.
All copper = faucet, bracket, top spray and side spray are all copper! ! (Actually, it is not necessary. Just spray stainless steel on the top of the bracket. )
But they all look the same. Fall! It's all silver bilingbiling. Why?
Because the surface is treated by process, it is not easy to deposit scale in order to enhance corrosion resistance.
Generally speaking, the copper shower will adopt electroplating process, with copper plating on the bottom, nickel plating in the middle and chromium plating on the surface, with at least three layers, and will stay in the salt spray test for 24 hours. If the surface corrosion area is less than 0. 1%, it is considered as qualified and reaches Grade 9 standard.
The higher the final product, the longer the salt spray test time and the higher the corresponding grade.
Showers made of 304 stainless steel are generally wire-drawn to increase corrosion resistance.
▲ Shower with brushed surface Source: taobao.com
▏ outlet silica particles▕
The other is the silica gel particles coming out of the nozzle. When there is scale, pull the silica gel particles, and the scale will not fall off.
At first, I thought it was a very powerful function. After visiting a few more places, I found that everyone said that they used "real silicone" at home. I see, silicone sockets have become the default basic configuration of shower heads, so you don't have to care too much.
It's just that the better silicone feels soft and elastic, not very hard.
▲ Source: taobao.com
▏ Water outlet mode ▕
Rain, spray, waterfall, rain pulse, double water impact ...
Don't be fooled by these ways of getting out of the water. In the final analysis, I still have to take a shower with a shower. Warm and gentle water chòng't wash my heart (proud face) at all.
▲ Waterfall Water Source: pinterest.com
Sprinkler black technology
With the concepts of constant temperature, gas injection, waterfall and rain pulse, shower has become the second largest black technology in the bathroom industry after smart toilets.
Among these black technologies, which ones are worth paying for?
▏ Constant temperature or normal? ▕
Last Friday, I went to the Home Expo of Beijing National Convention Center and saw *** 10 domestic and foreign bathroom brands. When I asked, "Is it necessary to keep the temperature constant?" Only two of them gave a negative answer. The rest of the shopping guides strongly recommend how great the constant temperature shower is.
Oh, that's terrible.
The constant temperature shower is constant because there is a temperature sensing element in the valve core of the faucet, which is generally made of paraffin or nickel-titanium alloy.
The temperature sensing element will change its shape according to the change of temperature, so as to adjust the valve core and the valve core and then adjust the ratio of cold and hot water.
▲ Source: jd.com
The general shopping guide will only tell you here, and the focus is below.
The use of constant temperature shower is conditional and not applicable in all cases!
When solar water heaters and gas water heaters smaller than 12L are used at home, constant temperature showers cannot be used.
The reason is that the temperature-sensing element (temperature-adjusting alloy) of the valve core is extremely sensitive to temperature, and it is not resistant to high temperature. Solar water heaters and gas water heaters with too small capacity will damage the temperature-adjusting alloy due to instantaneous heating.
Household electric water heater, water temperature and water pressure are relatively stable, you can use a constant temperature shower.
But many electric water heaters already have constant temperature function, so it is a bit troublesome to add a constant temperature shower.
So the next time someone recommends a constant temperature shower to you without asking what kind of water heater you use at home, it will be hooliganism! Ignore him, huh!
▲ Source: Living in Fan's home
In addition, due to the high precision of the thermostatic valve core, the requirements for water quality are still relatively high, so it is best to install a water purification device/water softener, or buy a filter screen and install it in the water inlet nut to ensure the long-term use of the thermostatic valve core.
But it's not useless!
If there are children at home, worried about the unstable water temperature and scalding, or many people taking a bath at the same time, or when the bath is slow, buying a shower with constant temperature can definitely improve the quality of bathing!
▏ Injection air or ordinary air? ▕
After "constant temperature", let's talk about the more expensive function of "gas injection".
Air injection comes from a very simple physical effect (Venturi effect). In short, injecting air into the water changes the water from spraying to dripping, which reduces the flow in the same time, so the most direct effect is to save water!
▲ Source: www.hansgrohe.com
Speaking of "air jet" technology, I have to mention Hans Goya. This is the first in their family, so they have advantages in patents and mature technology. Hans Gayer's air jet technology can save water by 30%.
As for other additional benefits, such as "the oxygen content in water increases, so it has a protective effect on the skin, and the skin breathes every time you take a bath." In my opinion, the direct effect is not as good as installing a water purification device/water softener!
Installation of shower head
After talking about the precautions when purchasing, it is time to say that it is installed! It can be divided into surface-mounted and concealed (also called hidden/embedded/wall-mounted).
Beauty
Beauty is originally the judgment that radish and vegetables have their own love, but from the perspective of simplicity and high sense, the hidden style is better!
▲ Hidden shower system Source: duitang.com
Of course, it is not without beauty. I think there are only two kinds of the most beautiful.
One is retro bathroom, exquisite cat's foot bathtub, brass outlet and nozzle, as if you were the next queen? Mary.
▲ Source: pinterest.com
The other is the all-black matte shower head in the new product, and the shower corner basket has the same texture as the bath towel pole. Gee, beauty is just one word!
I won't tell you. After visiting several home fairs in building materials markets, I found that none of the brands had all-black frosted showers, yes! More! Since! Howe! ! (Tian Yang laughs at hhhhh)
▲ Surface-mounted shower system, a new product living in Faner?
Source: Living in a selfie of a fan
Construction difficulty
Needless to say ~ it must be harder to hide.
The so-called concealed installation means that the shower bracket with the top spray is buried in the wall, and only the nozzle is exposed. Therefore, before the channel is rebuilt and slotted, it is necessary to choose the right style and write down the model, so that hydropower workers can reserve a good position and open a slot with the right width and height.
▲ Schematic diagram of concealed installation Source: pinterest.com
The only drawback is that maintenance and replacement are more troublesome and you need to smash the wall. But don't worry too much. The service life of qualified shower heads in the market can reach more than 10 years if they are used normally.
It's best to buy the exposed ones in advance, so that even if slotting is not involved, it can provide workers with dimensions more accurately and avoid unnecessary rework.
▲ An ergonomic size suggestion.
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In addition, it is worth noting that if the water pressure is not enough and a booster pump needs to be installed, the exposed or concealed shower will not affect it. Generally, the booster pump will be installed in the pipeline behind the water meter, which needs to leave potential and access.
Purchase suggestion
Generally speaking, ordinary showers can meet daily use, and jets, waterfalls and sprays can all be used as choices for consumption upgrading.
Showers are daily necessities, and the price of showers on the market ranges from ten yuan to tens of thousands of yuan. Be sure to keep your eyes open when buying! Don't covet cheap things without warranty, and don't blindly follow the trend of big brands to pay brand premium.
Make a simple summary:
Basic edition
Inlet valve core
All copper faucet body
Three-layer electroplating process
24-hour salt spray test (Grade 9 standard)
Silica gel outlet
Rotating adjustment water outlet mode
Advanced edition
The whole faucet is made of copper.
3-5 layers electroplating process
Salt spray test is above grade 9.
Press the key to adjust the outlet mode.
Anti-winding of hose
The shower stand can be lifted.
Willful edition
Integral all copper
Super-large top spray multi-station side spray height adjustable handheld
Various water outlet modes
isothermal
Air jet
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Finally, I wish you all a smooth choice of your favorite shower, take a shower and sleep!
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