Information about Shower enclosures

Shower enclosures

Shower enclosures are made of tempered glass which conforms to EN 12150-1 standard. Tempered glass is five to ten times harder than ordinary glass. When it breaks, it crumbles into small fragments without sharp edges instead of splintering into jagged shards. Tempered glass is more safe and less likely to cause injury. It has thermal strength and can withstand temperatures up to 300 degrees Celsius.

 

 

 

WasserSchutz glass coating
Produced by chemical and physical processes, WasserSchutz coating becomes an integral part of the glass. It protects the surface from water stains and lime deposits. Thanks to the invisible protective layer, water droplets do not remain on the glass surface, but run off, leaving no streaks. This guarantees easy product maintenance.
The side of the glass coated with WasserSchutz in WasserKRAFT shower enclosures is marked with a special sticker. This side should be installed inside of the shower enclosure. 
We recommend using a special K-211 shower squeegee for daily care.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For shower enclosures with pivot or folded mechanisms, all surfaces are easily accessible for cleaning. For series Aller 10H, Aller 10HBLACK, Aller 10HBLACK MATT and Aller 10HWHITE hinges are mounted flush on the inner side. This makes caring for your shower enclosure an effortless process. 

 

 

 

 

 

Sturdy door opening/closing mechanism 

All door opening/closing mechanisms WasserKRAFT shower enclosures are designed for at least 30,000 operating cycles. That means a family of four can use the shower for at least 10 years.

 

 

 

- Swing mechanism. Allows the door to open widely for easy access inside the shower enclosure. The shower enclosures use 2 different swing mechanisms to open: Pivot and Hinges.  

In Pivot swing system, doors are opened and closed via upper and lower hinges (Leine 35P, Berkel 48P, Elbe 74P, Neime 19P). The hinges are made of brass or metal alloy in the form of a rod that rotates around its axis. 

 

 

Hinges swing mechanism is the more traditional hinged door opening mechanism. The door opening mechanism is fitted with a special lifting device. It lifts the shower enclosure door when opening. This provides for a quiet opening/closing action and extends the service life of the silicone door seals. It is used in the following product series: Aller 10H, Aller WHITE 10H, Aller BLACK 10H, Aller BLACK MATT 10H. 

 

 

 

 

- Sliding mechanism. Allows for maximum space saving in the bathroom. Shower enclosures use two roller opening systems: Sliding and Rollers.

 

 

 

 

In the Sliding system, rollers move along the upper and lower guide rails. This allows the rollers to slide gently and quietly. This mechanism is used in the following series: Rhin 44S, Dill 61S, Main 41S, Lippe 45S.
Rhin 44S and Dill 61S shower enclosures use cam rolls. These allow the door to be adjusted after installation for a tight closure and easy opening.

 

 

 

- Fold mechanism.
This is a combination of Pivot swing and Sliding mechanisms. The doors slide along the upper and lower rails and fold into the inside of the shower enclosure. This allows for maximal space saving within the bathroom. It features a sturdy metal profile with soft, smooth sliding rollers.

 

 

 

 

- Infold mechanism. 
Infold mechanism is actually two mechanisms combined into one. On the one hand, the door rotates on the upper and lower hinges. On the other hand, when opening the door, one part of it opens inside the shower enclosure, as if folding in, while the other part swings to the outside. This mechanism is designed to save space within the bathroom, because the door takes up less space when opened.

 

 

 

 

 

Universal door
In series Rhin 44S, Dill 61S, Neime 19P, Vils 56R, Weser 78F, Dinkel 58R, Alme 15R, Berkel 48P , Salm 27I, Elbe 74P and in Leine 35P11 shower enclosure, doors can be installed for either left-side or right-side opening. It allows installing the item in accordance with your design and preferences.

 

All profiles are made of anodized aluminum in a silvery finish. Thanks to its corrosion-resistant properties, aluminum is ideal for areas with high humidity and sudden temperature changes. The material retains its original appearance and color for a long time. 

 

 

 

 

 

In series Berkel 48P uneven walls can be compensated by adjusting the upper and lower profiles. Each part consists of two elements. When installed, these parts can slide inside each other. On this step of assembly, profile can be adjusted by +/- 20 mm. That is, one profile can be pushed inside the other as required. 

 

 

 

 

- The products use silicone seals to ensure that the glass fits firmly against profile and floor. This is required to keep shower enclosures watertight and to prevent water from leaking out. 

All silicone seals are environmentally friendly and easy to install. They are resistant to heat and high humidity. They are practically invisible within the shower enclosure, which gives the product a more aesthetic appearance. 

 

 

 

 

 

Each series of shower enclosure is unique and individual in its design.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Item may consist of 1, 2 or 3 cartons.

Each package includes:

- WasserKRAFT logo,

- german barcode,

- shipping marks (This Way Up, Keep Dry, etc.)

Products are protected with foam packaging inside the cardboard box. Accessories and mounting kits are packed in a set of tools for quick installation (except Lippe 45S collection). Product package contains warranty card, operating instructions and installation instruction.

 

 

 

 

 

Shower trays

 

- Acrylic. Shower trays are made of 5 mm thick acrylic. This is a highly durable and impact-resistant material. This also reduces noise when the water stream hits the tray surface. Material warms up quickly and maintains its temperature for a long time. Acrylic also does not absorb dirt, which helps preserve the product’s original appearance for many years. Acrylic shower trays are easy to care for. Just wipe the surface with a dry soft towel after use.

 

- SMC (fiberglass). SMC is a high-performance composite material. It is unrivalled in terms of its value for the money, strength and weight. 

SMC trays are robust and durable. They do not suffer from deformation after extended use and are highly resistant to heat and corrosion. These trays can be cut to the right size. 

 

- Polymarble. It is a special composite, which is nearly identical to natural stone in appearance. These kinds of surfaces are not only very beautiful, but also easy to clean. This material is environmentally friendly and does not release toxins into the environment. Polymarble trays are strong and durable. They are resistant to chemicals and mechanical damages.

 

 

 

 

 

Acrylic is an elastic material that is why it is reinforced with a metal reinforcement. Metal reinforcement offers extra support around the skirtings and for the central part of product. 

Shower tray skirtings are further reinforced with ABS plastic. All this makes the structure very stable and reliable in its use. 

 

 

 

 

Acrylic shower trays have a special relief surface that prevents slipping while taking a shower. This makes the product safe and comfortable in usage.

 

 

 

 

 

Adjustable feet can compensate for an uneven floor. 

Shower tray should be horizontally aligned using builder’s level for precise installation. 

 

 

 

 

Acrylic products come with removable panel allowing for easy access to the drainage system.  In case of siphon blockage or leakage, the panel can be easily removed, making the problem easy to fix.

The removable screen also serves a decorative function in hiding all the fixtures.

 

 

 

 

- Isen 26T, Amper 29T, Main 41T, Elbe 74T shower trays are supplied with  siphon.

- Main 41T (except 41T01), Elbe 74T shower trays are equipped with an SMC (Sheet Molding Compound) cap.

- Main 41T shower trays are supplied with a stainless steel cap.

 

We recommend you to buy shower enclosures and showering trays of the same producer. This avoids problems with model selection, size and installation. 

 

 

 

Glass bath screen

Minimum metal parts and convenient brush in a set to the product (Main 41S) allow the product to be easily cleaned in hard-to-reach places, keeping your bath-screen always stay clean and look great.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sturdy door opening/closing mechanism 

All door opening/closing mechanisms of bath-screens WasserKRAFT are designed for at least 30,000 operating cycles. That means a family of four can use the shower for at least 10 years.

 

In Pivot system, door rotates around a brass rod to open and close. Door opening mechanism is fitted with a special lifting device. It lifts the glass door when opening. This provides for a quiet opening/closing action and extends the service life of silicone seals. This mechanism is used in the following glass bath-screens: Leine 35P, Main 41S, Berkel 48P.

 

Allows for maximum space saving in the bathroom. In the Sliding system, the rollers move along the upper and lower guide rails.  This allows the rollers to slide gently and quietly. This mechanism is used in the following glass bath-screens: Main 41S, Lippe 45S.

 

All profiles are made of anodized aluminum in a silvery finish. Thanks to its corrosion-resistant properties, aluminum is ideal for areas with high humidity and sudden temperature changes. The material retains its original appearance and color for a long time. 

 

 

 

 

- In shower doors of bath-screen 45S are used silicone seals with magnet closing. Due to magnet closing, shower doors close hermetically, tightly adhering to each other. This prevents a door from opening while you are taking a shower.

 

 

 

 

 

Glass bath-screens can be installed quickly and easily without any special training.

Each product comes with a set of tools for quick installation, which allows easy assembling of bath-screen in no more than an hour.