What is an acrylic bathtub inset mixer?

When purchasing any device, you need to proceed from its use in a specific room and expediency, and not from the prerequisites for decorating the interior. Today, there are many completely new models in the construction market for sanitary ware. Acrylic bath mixers are no exception. Such equipment is produced in various modifications. But this has little effect on the generality of their characteristics.

Distinctive features of mortise mixers

The mortise mixer has many advantages. The design of a room with inset mixers looks much more impressive. This becomes possible due to the uniqueness of the device, which allows the mixer hose to be masked under the side of the bath.

The shower user pulls the hose through the hole and returns it to its original position when they stop using it. In its normal position, the hose is safely hidden. The length of the hose is 2 meters. In addition, the water supply pipes that fit the product are also not visible.

Such a device creates a uniform flow of water, which affects the convenience of use. In view of the strong pressure that a mortise mixer can create, filling takes much less time.

Well-known manufacturers use a ceramic cartridge for their products, which helps to increase the service life of the product. It is possible to carry out the installation of cascade options (nozzle, spout) in the best way, as it will be more convenient for the home owner. There are products that are installed on the side wall, and not on the side of the bath.

In addition to the advantages, the disadvantages with which the mortise mixer is endowed have also been found in practice. A feature of its application is the intensive wear of the hose, which is caused by its regular bending. Therefore, this part will have to be changed much more often than in other models. If the shower will be used often, then the replacement will have to be done every 2 or 3 months. For some products, the shower head serves as both a traditional spout and a spout at the same time. If the hose is faulty, the use of the mixer will become impossible.

Since the "shower" and "spout" in cascade mixers are spaced apart and are independent structural elements, the service life of cascade mixers is slightly longer than that of conventional mixers. This, of course, is one of the pluses. But in this moment there is also an unpleasant moment for professionals: for installation, you will have to make more than one hole on the side, but several.

Another important nuance that accompanies the installation of the mortise mixer is the laboriousness of the very process of installing the device. That is, it is much more difficult to install a mortise mixer than a wall-mounted device. In view of this characteristic, the mortise mixer received many opponents of its installation on acrylic bathtubs. Since acrylic baths are polymer products, fragility is considered a significant drawback of the material from which they are made. This must be taken into account when installing the device. For example, when tightening a fastener, you need to try not to overdo it with pressure. Otherwise, unwanted defects - cracks - will appear on the sanitary ware. Therefore, installers equip the installation site with additional reinforcement.

And what is the price of this device?

There is a fairly wide range of prices for mortise mixers, since many factors affect the cost. For products of the cascade type, it starts at 6,500 rubles (with three mounting holes) and reaches 14,750 rubles (with 4 holes). You can find samples and more expensive.

If you resort to the help of a specialist, then, in addition to the price for the product, you will need to include in the costs and installation fees. For one hole, you will have to spend about 400-500 rubles. And count how much three holes will cost.

The cost of conventional (non-cascade) models ranges from 3900-7150 rubles.

When buying a model you like, do not forget to specify what is included in its kit. Some types of devices do not include a hose and shower head. An important fact when buying is to pay attention to the manufacturing company. In order to save money and moral strength, try to choose products from trustworthy brands.

Recommendations for self-installation of a mortise mixer on the side of an acrylic bathtub

To install a mixer of this kind on your own, you need to prepare a set of tools:

• adjustable spanner;
• electric drill with a cutter attachment;
• screwdriver.

The mixer is inserted into the bath, guided by the following points:

1. Mark the place where the mixer is planned to be installed. Such a place must meet the requirement of accessibility so that water can be connected to it and approached in case of repair or replacement.
2. With the help of an electric drill, at the end of which a crown cutter of the required diameter is planted, the rim of the bath is drilled in a pre-marked area.
3. On ahead of time, a gasket under the mixer (included in the kit) is installed, it is installed.
4. The mixer is attached to the wall of the bathtub by tightening one or more fastening nuts from the inside.
5. When you need to install a single-lever device, perform the following steps: screw the pin from below, and put a metal half washer on it. The nut is screwed on, and the mixer is pulled through the floor with a washer to the surface of the bath.

Immediately, hot and cold water is injected into the mixer using special flexible hoses. Flexible hose can be purchased at the same point of sale where the faucet is purchased. It is important not to forget about the installation of rubber gaskets that go under the cap washer.

Now you can buy an acrylic bathtub with ready-made holes for the mixer. This will greatly facilitate the installation process.

Embedding the mixer into the wall surface

You can install the device into the wall using only the bezel. There is no other way to fix it on the wall with easy access to the structural system under the finish.

Procedure technology:

1. Equip a bezel and finish above. The faucet will be fixed to the stationary finish surface.
2. The pipelines are brought to the place where the mixer will cut.
3. Maintain the required distance between the pipe fittings, fixing them in an unchanged state.
4. The eccentric pipes are screwed to the fittings, having previously wound the FUM tape or natural tow on them.

The mixer nuts are tightened from the inside of the finish to the eccentric pipes using a winding.

After completing the installation, open the valve and observe the operation of the device. If the on-board devices are leaking, then tighten them a little with a key. For more information on the types of bathroom faucets, see.