Wanting to attract new customers, plumbing equipment developers usually rely on original designs. Not always stylistic advantages entail practical benefits and save space in the bathroom, but there are pleasant exceptions. The unusual shape possessed by the cascade mixer determines the advantages of the spout. If in ordinary taps the jet is discharged by a dense point array, then in the case of a waterfall feed, the width is scattered. In this case, do not confuse faucets of this type with an ordinary shower.
Design features
Actually, all the differences of the device come from the shape of the spout that supplies water. Also, constructions of spouts of this kind do not provide for the presence of an aerator filling the jet with air. The hole at the end of the spout is usually presented in the form of a wide and flat nose. Thanks to this form, cascading bathtub faucets form a large and even stream, reminiscent of a miniature waterfall. Another characteristic feature of plumbing of this type is thickened eyeliner pipes. The design provides for the maintenance of large volumes of water for a uniform spout over the entire width of the nozzle, therefore, the elements of communication support are larger than traditional accessories for mixers.
Mounting the bathroom faucet
Most often, bathtubs are supplemented with such equipment, since in such a configuration the advantages that a cascade mixer possesses are most fully revealed . The installation provides two installation options - directly to the wall or to the side. The first option does not depend on the design features of the bath and can be performed in almost any bathroom, if the communication equipment initially corresponds to the size of the hoses with which a particular mixer can work. If the sizes match, the master only needs to fix the device block with fasteners, while ensuring the connection of the eyeliner.
Its nuances include the installation of waterfall faucets to the side of the bathroom. On the one hand, the master may not take into account the basic supply of plumbing communications, since the cascade mixer will be connected to the infrastructure of a particular bath. On the other hand, as follows from the previous condition, the accessory should be suitable for the technical parameters of a particular bath model, and this also applies to the eyeliner and structural compliance.
The nuances of installing a basin mixer
By and large, the installation principle for the sink complies with the rules for installing equipment in combination with a bathtub. Wall mounting is also allowed, and if a combined version is chosen, then it is necessary to take care of the technical and structural compatibility of the components. In addition, the cascade mixer for the sink can be integrated into the countertop. This solution gives freedom in terms of implementation of the installation, since a free niche under the table will allow you to install eyeliner for almost any household model of a waterfall mixer.
But there is a significant drawback to this method. The space under the countertop in this case should be empty so that the physical safety of the connection of the supply hoses to the water supply structure is maintained. As for the installation of the device itself, the cascade mixer should optimally fit into the countertop canvas, and to fulfill this condition, it may be necessary to cut the material to specific dimensions. The greatest difficulties will cause models of stone.
Positive feedback on waterfall faucets
Most users note a truly stylish design of such modifications. The modern market is oversaturated with fixtures with bright, intricate and even extravagant designs. However, in this case, the stylistic effect is achieved not simply due to the shape of the structure, but due to the general principle of operation, which distinguishes the cascade mixer. Reviews emphasize that imitation of a waterfall gives a particular beauty to the installation. That is, the water itself acts as a design element. There are pluses in terms of practical benefits. The extension of the spout eliminates the hard drop of the stream, so when taking a bath, users feel soft and at the same time voluminous. This configuration of the spout is advantageous when equipped with hydromassage bathtubs, some of which require a plentiful water supply.
Negative reviews
The use of waterfall models is advantageous when equipping bathtubs, but the owners of such devices, complete with ordinary sinks, leave a lot of critical reviews. In particular, a wide spout is not always convenient when performing household operations with water. Still, a pointwise concentrated jet in many situations benefits from practicality. In addition, cascading bathtub faucets consume a lot of water. As already noted, this is due to the structural needs of this plumbing. The high price of waterfall plants is also emphasized, due to the complexity of custom designs.
Conclusion
Using the original form of plumbing justifies itself in cases where there is a practical justification. The rational use of space and structural capabilities of the equipment makes the bathroom not only attractive in appearance, but also convenient for daily use. In this regard, a cascade mixer can be the best solution if you think about its stylistic and technical features in advance. As for the design, it is best to initially choose a combination of bathtub or sink, which is part of the same series with the mixer. This will ensure the unity of style, and, most importantly, the possibility of structural combination of two elements of plumbing.