Preparations for the summer season are already underway full swing. Some people use summer cottages to grow crops, others prefer to sow them lawn grass, drop off ornamental plants and just spend time in nature. Be that as it may, on hot summer days you can cool down and take a cool shower everyone wants it. It is not always possible to hire a construction team to build a shower on the site, and such costs will not always be justified. So that you can competently and easily cope with the construction process, in this article we will look at 8 tips for arrangement of a summer shower at the dacha with your own hands.

1. Where to start?

If you have thought about building a summer shower at your dacha, then you already have a rough idea of ​​what it will look like and what you need to purchase. In addition to the design itself, it is very important parameters are:

• Choosing a location;
• Shower size;
• Water tank volume;
• The nature of the construction is temporary or permanent.

Many people try to choose the most nook behind the house or in the shade of trees to hide such an intimate structure from prying eyes. This is exactly what is important mistake! By building a shower among the trees, you will be subject to constant attacks from insects that love moisture and coolness, and will deprive yourself of the possibility of natural heating of the water in the tank. That's why place For the future structure, it must be located in an open, well-lit area and in no case be in a hole or in a low area. Even if you plan to use a heated tank, it is more rational to refuse in order to save money on hot days. The building itself should not be located at a short distance from. When taking a shower late in the evening, you need to get home as quickly as possible so as not to get sick.

Concerning size future the buildings and the volume of the water tank. The recommended height of future walls is 200-300 cm. It is necessary to build on the height of the tallest family member, who should not rest his head on the shower head. Width And length shower space is calculated depending on whether the building will have a dry changing room or be limited to only a wet area. The option with a changing room is, of course, more convenient; your clothes will be protected from getting wet, and you will have the opportunity to change clothes comfortably. This way, your shower will consist of two sections separated by a partition. An area of ​​220x120 cm is quite enough for these two zones, even taking into account the cladding.

Choosing a tank for water, it is necessary to consider the number of people who will use the shower and the intensity of its use. If you come to your dacha only on weekends and use the shower after a hard day at work, then a container that will hold the amount of water at the rate of 40 liters per person is quite sufficient. This will allow each user to continuously pour water for approximately 10 minutes. If they accept in a row water procedures many more people should consider a larger tank. But keep in mind that temporary buildings will not support containers with a volume of more than 200 liters. You can use iron or plastic barrels as the tank itself, or purchase ready-made ones country models with built-in watering can. A little advice– if you paint the surface of the tank with black paint, the water in it will heat up much faster due to the ability of black color to attract heat.

So, let's highlight basic moments:

• Location: in an open, elevated, bright area, at a maximum distance of 2-4 meters from the main building;
• Room size - the height is selected taking into account the height of the tallest family member, the minimum comfortable perimeter is 100x100 cm;
• The size of the water tank capacity is 40 liters for each user, multiplied by the number of people who will consistently take water procedures.

Character future the buildings– temporary or capital, must be selected based on the following parameters:

2. We equip the foundation and ensure the outflow of water

The basis of any structure, of course, is reliable. In the case of a summer shower, the foundation must not only protect the structure from being washed away by groundwater and subsequent subsidence, but also be able to quickly drain used water in large quantities. Building any foundation begins with markings. It is necessary to draw an outline in the selected location. For example, the size of the shower will be 120x120 cm - a person of any size will be comfortable in such a space. You need to drive pegs into the corners of the rectangle, pull the cord around the perimeter and check the dimensions using a tape measure.
This marking is universal and is performed before the construction of any type of shower. Now let's consider types of foundations for various buildings.

Foundation for a simple temporary shower

For temporary construction, it is enough to remove upper layer soil 15-20 cm deep within the outlined rectangle and level the area. Now you need to make a pillow that will help drain the water. To do this, prepare a mixture of crushed stone and. You can simply fill the hole halfway with sand and add a layer of crushed stone on top. Small stones will allow soap scum to settle on their surface. Additional filtration sand layer will avoid rapid mulling. This design can also be placed near the garden without harm to the plants. On top of such a base are usually laid, which serve as the floor in the summer shower. To prevent rapid rotting wooden materials, which will often come into contact with water, it is recommended to place pallets or boards knocked together at a height of 15-20 cm above ground level. For formwork you can use old bricks or . They are laid out around the perimeter of the base, leveled and compacted using a mallet.
You can use wood to decorate walls or floors only after making it moisture-resistant. The most effective way is impregnation with hot oil and subsequent opening with drying oil or. Arranging such a foundation will allow you to use a summer shower for more than one season.

Foundation for capital construction

If the shower will be used frequently and not by one or two people, you need to think about constructing a permanent building. The most expensive method would be a brick construction. But it is easiest to heat it in the cool season. To do this, it is enough to insulate the walls. The best option would be frame building made of metal or wooden beams. Special attention You need to pay attention to laying out a solid foundation. In this case, it is necessary to fill foundation from concrete.

According to the markings, you need to dig a hole about 30-35 cm deep. You need to make mortgages around the perimeter of the rectangle. For these purposes, you can use old iron pipes. The larger their diameter, the stronger the structure will be. In the places where the pipes are located, using a drill, a hole up to 30 cm deep is made, into which pipes or wooden beams are driven. If you use wood, you need to protect its surface by wrapping it in roofing felt or treating it with hot bitumen. After this, the cement-sand mixture is poured. Wooden mortgages can be made not only in the corners, but also along the entire perimeter of the base. To do this, use logs of sufficient width, which can ensure further installation of the floor. The base must be level. This will help prevent water from accumulating in sloped areas. Filling is carried out using arrangement technology. Use special construction beacons and the rule.
Disadvantage foundation, which is made by pouring, is that we begin to arrange internal space you can only after it has completely dried. For brick buildings you can use solid cast reinforced concrete slab 170-300 mm thick as a base. This will significantly reduce construction time.

Arrangement of water drainage

Any capital building needs high-quality water drainage.

• Best suited for waste collection septic tank, which must be placed next to the shower stall, but in no case under it. If you decide to save space on your site and still place it under the shower, after a short period of time you will begin to feel a sharp, unpleasant odor inside the building. In addition, there is a risk of soil collapse around the septic tank and, as a result, destruction of the foundation. The recommended distance from the shower stall is 1-2 meters. From shower tray a drain pipe is removed or a drain ditch is laid into a septic tank, which must have a sump and drainage tank. A pit is dug for the receiving chamber. It must be sealed. It could be a tin barrel or. It is recommended to cover the container with a lid to prevent rain or groundwater didn't fill it out. Nearby is a leaky drainage tank. It should be installed on a bed of sand and gravel. These two compartments are connected to each other by pipes.
  
• Another option for collecting waste water is cesspool. To equip it, you need to dig up about 2m3 of earth. This is the optimal volume that will ensure long-term use. A drainage cushion of sand and gravel is made at the bottom of the pit, and the walls must be strengthened and made waterproof. You can line them with bricks, use ready-made concrete rings, or you can reinforce the pit with old ones. Arranging drain hole, do not forget that it needs to be pumped out. In this regard, it must be located in a place where unobstructed access will be provided special equipment. In addition, the pit must have a distance from the residential building of at least 3-4 meters, as characteristic odors may form.
  
• For more simple varieties showers that will not be used with great intensity, it is enough to equip drainage well. It will be located directly under the shower stall. A hole is dug, 2 meters deep, a layer of crushed stone is poured at the bottom, and then a plastic pipe with perforation is inserted. Such a well is filled with material that will act as a filter. It can be gravel, crushed stone, old broken bricks, slag. The well is filled to the very top, then covered with a layer and covered with soil. Already installed on top wooden pallet on the formwork, which has slots for water infiltration. This is the most accessible, but no less effective method which will ensure the necessary outflow of water.
  

The easiest way to ensure water supply is to install a shower on the roof plastic tank or an old iron barrel, paint it black to increase the rate of heating of water by the sun's rays, and connect a hose to it, with the help of which water will flow into the tank. A water supply hose is required, especially if the tank volume is 100 liters or more. Disadvantage tanks with natural heating is that in the cool season their use is problematic. Therefore, many people prefer tanks With heated There are three types of such systems:

Installation selected tank can be done in two ways - placing the tank directly on the roof of the cabin or on a special frame. The second case is rational to use if the volume of the tank is impressive, and the building may not support its weight. It is enough to make a frame from old iron pipes over the shower roof or from wooden beams. This method of placement will help to avoid significant heat loss and speed up the heating time of water.

4. The simplest ways to organize a summer shower

It happens that a summer cottage is visited very rarely, and then not for work, but more for relaxation. In this case, the shower can be a simple design that you can even bring with you.

• Portable shower. This design looks like a large heating pad and is made of the same material. After filling the container with water, it is twisted with a special nozzle, at the end of which there is a. There is a loop at the opposite end, which is convenient for hanging the container on a tree or hook. By placing the container in a well-lit place, the water will heat up very quickly. The volume of such a “shower” is 10-15 liters. This entails restrictions regarding the duration of water procedures and the number of people who can use it. But it is very convenient and inexpensive option for one person.
  
• Shower stand- represents iron pipe on legs, which is equipped with a shower head and a hole for connecting a hose. This stand is convenient because it can be placed in any convenient location and, if necessary, enter into utility room for storage. Disadvantage its lack of a water tank. That is, if there is no warm water on the site and normal pressure in the system, you will have to take a cold shower.
• Usage shower system. The shower column is a metal rod to which the overhead shower and mixer are attached. In order not to bother with arranging a special room for its placement, many attach the shower system directly to the wall of the house or outbuilding. To do this, water is drained from the wall. The wall of the building is protected from moisture. You can veneer it, or with other materials that are available. For convenience, you can separate the space with a curtain, and place a wooden pallet or rubber mat on the floor.

Let us remind you that this is an option for rare use. For the time when you are not at the dacha, the system can be removed and the output can be closed with a special plug.

All of the above types of showers are good because they do not require a foundation or drainage. But also the disadvantage is obvious– the possibility of their use depends entirely on weather conditions.

5. Do-it-yourself summer shower made of wood

For construction wooden building to you you will need:

• Related timber;
• Fastening elements;
• Rubber hose;
• Shower head or shower set;
• Crushed stone.

Construction begins with the construction of a pit for water drainage. It is necessary to remove the top layer of soil 30-40 cm deep and fill it with crushed stone. This way, the soil under the shower stall will quickly absorb water, and the soap residue will remain on the rubble. Now you need to do formwork, to protect the wood from rotting. In the corners of the pit, bricks are laid in a level. The height of the formwork must be at least 15 cm.

Now let's move on to construction frame. You should start from the foundation. It requires boards 15 cm wide and at least 3 cm thick. The size of the base must correspond to the size of the pit. It is better to use for fastening boards threaded connections. Over time, the joints will not weaken even under significant weight, unlike conventional ones, which can “slip” out of the mounting hole. 4 beams with a cross section of 7×10 cm are attached to the base.

Frame dressing performed using side and two crossbars, which are inserted into the grooves. The same jumpers will strengthen the frame from above, which will ensure stability after attaching a heavy water tank to the roof. At your discretion, you can add a few more jumpers if you think that the design is unreliable.
For wall cladding You can use thinner wooden planks, lining, false beams, blockhouse and other timber. The main thing is to leave small gaps between the parts, 3-4 mm thick. This is necessary so that the planks can freely expand when wet, without deforming each other, and also shrink freely after drying. Remember that all wooden parts that will be exposed to constant exposure to water must be carefully primed and varnished. You can soak them in drying oil or hot oil. Especially important before painting. There is a special antifungal antiseptic impregnation. You can start coloring after completely dry primers.

When the shower is completely ready, you can hang up the tank. You can simply lay it on the cross beams and secure it with straps. If the tank is homemade, do not forget to cut a hole in the bottom for the watering can and a hole for the hose in the top. For convenience, several shelves for shampoos, soaps, etc. can be provided inside the cabin. and a couple of hooks for towels and clothes. Such a shower can be built in a weekend, and if necessary materials already existed on the site, then the costs will be minimal. Life time wooden shower depends entirely on how well you treated the wood and protected it from moisture before construction. Therefore, this point deserves special attention.

6. Shower cabin made of polycarbonate

Polycarbonate is usually used to create. Therefore, many people associate this material with the greenhouse effect, and, consequently, with inconvenience. This opinion is wrong. To create showers there is a special opaque type of polycarbonate. The most durable building will be one that is made of metal profiles. Working with them is no more difficult than with wooden beams. Profile pipe with a cross section of 40×20 mm and a wall thickness of 2 mm, suitable for constructing a frame. Also to you required steel corner 50×50 mm. The number of profiles is determined depending on the area of ​​the future shower. The only thing worth considering when cutting is that the racks should be 10-15 cm larger than the expected height of the shower. This is necessary so that you can concrete them and not lose height. Work plan will look like this:

• The frame assembly must be performed on flat surface. Two side drains and two overlapping crossbars are laid on the ground. their straightness is checked. The parts are connected to each other using welding. The second wall is assembled in the same way.
• After welding, finished structures must be installed vertically at the required distance from each other and connected to each other by two transverse profiles. Maintain a 90 degree angle between the walls. The crossbars only need to be fastened on one side; the door will be welded on the other.
• After the frame is assembled, a hole is dug required size. The top layer of soil 10-15 cm deep is removed, leveled and a concrete screed is poured. Once the screed has been poured and leveled, it is necessary to install the assembled frame on top so that the racks, which were initially longer, are immersed in. The level checks verticality installed structure and adjusted if necessary. If the length of the legs exceeds the height concrete screed, you need to drive them into the ground until they are completely immersed.
• To collect water, you can install a special steel pallet or provide drainage ditches during concreting.
• For this design, it is better to use flat-shaped plastic water tanks. They are easy to install and, moreover, they eliminate the need for arranging the roof.
• Separately, you need to weld the door frame and weld the hinges to the frame. It is more convenient to immediately sheathe the door separately from the walls.
• When covering the walls, attach the polycarbonate directly to the profiles using self-tapping screws.

The color range of polycarbonate, which is used for lining shower enclosures, is very diverse. Therefore, the design can turn out to be very attractive. Caring for this material is very easy, and in the evening it will protect you from the cool wind.

7. Country shower made of corrugated sheets

Another good material for covering a summer shower is corrugated sheeting. This material has a high strength And durability combined with ease. It is windproof. And when its walls warm up throughout the day, it will be comfortable to shower in. Both wooden beams and metal profiles can be used as a frame. Metal is, of course, more durable. Therefore, if you still need to purchase materials, give preference to it.

Making the frame is similar to the examples from points 5 and 6. The only thing difference– more crossbars need to be added. This is necessary for reliable fixation of the sheets and imparting rigidity to the structure, since the corrugated sheet itself is considered soft material. Attach the sheets using . Be sure to use spacers to avoid damaging the sheet. You can cut corrugated sheets with metal scissors or using a grinder and a toothed disc. It is not advisable to use other circles. May burn during cutting polymer coating, which protects the coating from corrosion. The roof is also covered with corrugated sheeting, and the tank is located under it. The gap between the walls and the tank will provide natural ventilation in the cabin and will prevent the formation and unpleasant odor. An unheated tank can be placed on top of the frame. Then there is no need to build a roof.

8. Brick shower

This is the most labor-intensive design found on summer cottages with year-round accommodation. Benefits This kind of soul has a lot:

• With the proper approach to the construction process, such a shower will last for many years;
• If you use a heated tank, you can take water procedures at any time of the year. Windproof walls also contribute to this;
• It is very easy to insulate such a building by covering the outside with foam plastic;
• A brick shower can consist of two zones - wet and dry, where it is much more convenient to change clothes;
• A brick shower can be combined with a toilet and use one drainage hole;
• Strong walls and concrete foundation will allow the use of very large water tanks without the risk of structural failure.

Disadvantages include high costs associated with the purchase of materials and the duration of work.

Construction must begin with the arrangement foundation. In the selected area, markings are made and a trench is dug around the perimeter with a depth of 20 cm and a width of 40 cm. Now you need to fill the trench with crushed stone or broken bricks and fill it with a liquid concrete solution so that it seeps through the stones. After the mortar has dried and settled, about a week later, you can begin laying the first layer of bricks. When making masonry, be sure to control verticality after each new row. Don't forget to leave room for the door. Laying down last layer bricks, make mortgages from thick wooden beams. The tank will be attached to them and the roof will be laid. It is also necessary to strengthen the doorway with a metal corner or the same beam. The roof is covered with corrugated sheeting. It is also necessary to provide a small window that will provide lighting and ventilation.

Now we need to arrange drain It is best to install a drainage well under the shower and lay a drain pipe from it into sewer pit. Then they can use such a shower without hindrance a large number of of people. Drainage well covered with earth and filled with concrete, first removed outside a drain pipe. To facilitate drainage, you can fill it with a slight slope towards the middle. In this case, the upper edge of the pipe should be flush with the floor. A wooden pallet with holes is placed on the concrete floor.

Optimal tank size is at least 200 liters. When placing it on the roof, provide a hole for the inlet pipe onto which the shower head will be screwed. It can be either purchased or homemade. When using a heated tank, do not forget about the electrical supply. If you are not strong in this matter, then for your own safety, seek advice or help from specialists. Door leaf can be made of wood or OSB or chipboard covered with galvanized sheet. This way you will ensure yourself comfortable conditions for taking water procedures at any time of the year.

In the summer heat, after working in the garden beds or active games with children, nothing compares to the freshness of a summer shower. A small neat structure on a sunny spot or just a compact device on the wall of a country house is a temporary replacement for a bathroom.

We will tell you how to build a summer shower with your own hands. The article we presented describes in detail all types of structures popular among summer residents. Instructions are provided for constructing homemade shower stalls that increase the level of comfort of country life.

The design of a shower for a dacha, which is usually installed near the wall of the house or at some distance from the building, is quite simple. Usually it comes down to a “volumetric tank + faucet-watering can” set. The tank is mounted on roof of the lung buildings, and the watering can should be no higher than at arm's length.

But we will move away from the primitive designs of a summer shower and consider various models, differing as external design, and the method of water supply.

Curtain on a metal frame

A simple and budget solution is a frame-type product. It consists of a metal frame, in the upper part of which a water tank is attached. The container can be made from a barrel, but factory models are most often initially equipped with a flat tank with a volume of 100-200 liters.

Water enters the tank in two ways: pumped from a water supply (well, well) or carried manually in buckets. The second method is labor-intensive, but sometimes it is the only possible one.

An excellent solution for taking water procedures in summer period– mobile cabin with shower and washbasin attached with outside. The function of a water storage tank is performed by plastic barrel, securely attached to the top

The metal frame can be sheathed with sheets of polycarbonate, plywood or corrugated sheets and equipped with a door, then it will turn into a closed shower stall. It is easy to carry from place to place and install where it is needed. this moment necessary: ​​in the garden, in the garden, near the house, summer kitchen or swimming pool.

With the technology of constructing a summer shower covered with polycarbonate sheets, dedicated to the analysis of options and the construction of similar structures.

Light wooden structure

A building covered with clapboard, boards, timber or siding - more serious decision. If the project is expected to last several years, it is recommended to make a foundation that will ensure stability and reliability. Sometimes metal posts dug into the ground are enough, on which the entire structure rests.

A lightweight semi-open portable model assembled from thin wooden planks installed vertically and secured with metal hoops. Suitable for areas with running water

You can get creative and create a unique structure that is both simple and stylish.

It is good to install such buildings near a pool connected to a water supply system. But any systems associated with plumbing are intended more for a cottage than for a country house for temporary residence

If the site is completely built comfortable house, can be attached to the wall of the house, organizing the water supply.

Wooden buildings and partitions can become a design element if they are assembled from well-treated wooden parts and then cover decorative paint or varnish

Wood is valuable because it combines perfectly with brick and wooden houses, fences, green spaces. In addition, it belongs to soft, easy-to-process materials, so you can take care of creating a comfortable summer shower in your dacha yourself.

As you may have noticed, to create a comfortable cabin you do not need complex drawings and diagrams - just a small amount of wooden parts and a little imagination.

Capital building with tank

If you live outside the city permanently or spend more than six months, a permanent structure made of brick, timber, or foam blocks will come in handy. In order for the shower to be provided with water, the storage tank must be connected to the water supply system, and to use the room even in October or in early spring you can warm it up.

For better functionality of the equipment, it is placed inside the building, under the roof. A watering can with a tap is mounted in the lower part, a tap for water supply is fixed on the side, and a heating element on the other side.

When cold weather sets in, the system must be completely emptied of water, otherwise it will freeze and damage all equipment.

An exception is made only if the building is insulated - for example, it is an extension to the house and is partially heated by a common heating system.

Option for a household building made of brick with a tank. There are three rooms under one roof: a shower, a toilet and a change room; each compartment has a separate door.

Nothing relaxes you more after a hard day at work at the dacha than a summer shower. Water not only calms, but also refreshes, distracts from unpleasant thoughts and relieves stress. But what to do if there is no shower on site? If you don’t want to splash around in a trough or basin, you need to take care of comfort in the field and design a refreshing summer shower for your favorite dacha with your own hands, using finished photos and drawings.

Summer shower occupies one of the first places among all country houses. Sometimes this is not just a way to wash yourself after a day of cultivating the land has come to an end, but also the only way to cool down in the heat.

To build a summer shower, choose a place well lit by the sun

First you need to choose a place to install the shower structure. To do this, you should examine your site for secluded places.

On the other hand, this place should not be far from the main building, so that you do not have to freeze on the way to a warm house if you decide to take a shower on a cool day.

Advice! If a solar heated tank is provided, ensure that nothing obscures the water tank.

Once you have found a suitable location, select the optimal dimensions for your cabin. Please note that for ease of movement a person needs a room of at least 1 m 2. If a dressing room is planned for changing clothes and storing dry things while swimming, the building increases by another 60-70 cm. The height of the shower stall is approximately 2.5 m. So, the estimated dimensions of the shower for the dacha are 170x100x250 cm.

Scheme: construction of a summer shower stall made of polycarbonate

If the structure is supposed to be wooden, then next step construction will involve the construction of a frame made of wooden beams or a metal corner.

Next are the walls. Please note that for better ventilation, the walls should be no less than 20-30 cm away from the ceiling and pallet. The walls are constructed mainly from those materials that were left over during the construction of the main dacha building.

Water supply in a country shower

When installing a shower for a summer house with your own hands, it is necessary to provide for the water supply and drainage in advance. The drainage system is laid during the construction of the foundation, and the supply of clean water is organized during the installation of the tank.

Perhaps all summer residents know that it is simply impossible to live without a shower on the property. This is especially true in summer time when, after a whole day of working in the beds, it is necessary to take water procedures simply for reasons of hygiene.

Assembling a summer shower is easy, and there are a great many manufacturing options. Some aspects of the work will be discussed further.

Screen

As a temporary solution, you can make a simple shower: attach a metal or plastic tank to a certain elevation, preferably dark color, with a tap and mixer, make a screen. Everything will take a minimum amount of materials, time and labor, so such a structure can be erected in a few minutes.

Polycarbonate shower

Stages of work:

• First, the site where construction is planned is leveled.
• Then you need to mark the place. A wooden peg is driven into the ground. Then, at a distance of about two meters from it, the next one is driven in and the cord is pulled between them.
• Similarly, two more pegs are driven in and connected to form a square. To check the correctness of the markings, compare the diagonals; they must match.
• In the corners of the markings it is necessary to dig holes about 1 meter deep.
• Wooden or metal poles are installed in these pits. It is important to remember that the part of the pillar that will be below ground level must be treated with waterproofing materials, for example, wrapped in roofing felt. As a sealant necessary to firmly hold the post in the ground, you can use broken brick or concrete, if we are talking about metal frame.
• Then you need to lath the structure. At a distance of about a meter from each other, boards are nailed or screwed with self-tapping screws or metal profile pipes are welded. Such lathing must be done over the entire area of ​​the walls. Where the door will be, there is no lathing.
• Then polycarbonate sheets are mounted on the walls. The sheet is cut to size and screwed with self-tapping screws.
• The next stage of construction is the installation of the roof. As a roofing material, you can use, for example, simple slate. Pre-lay and secure several horizontal beams, which will perform the functions rafter system. Sheets of slate are laid and secured on them. It is worth considering that on one side, small blocks should be placed under the supporting beam in order to provide the angle of inclination necessary for precipitation to drain off.
• Next, the water tank is installed. In the place of its installation it is necessary to additionally strengthen the ceilings. The tank can be made, in principle, from any material, but preference should be given to plastic. Such a tank will be much lighter than a metal one, which is important.
• And finally, the final stage is installing the door: a suitable-sized wooden frame is sheathed with polycarbonate and mounted on hinges.

As a floor, you can use a simple pallet, which is a lattice made of wooden beams.

Shower cabin on a metal frame

To make a shower cabin, you can use a metal corner.

• First, the frame is welded. Its dimensions are chosen arbitrarily, but the height of the structure must be at least 2 meters.
• After the frame is made and installed, a water tank is mounted on top, and some opaque film stretched between the supports will serve as the walls.

To shower one person, you will need at least 20 liters of water, which means that even the smallest water tank should have a capacity of about 50 liters. It follows that the installation site of this tank must be well reinforced.

Video: construction of a summer shower on a metal frame with a 220 l barrel

Among the materials, we can mention the now familiar metal profile. As in the previous case, the frame of the building is assembled and then sheathed with this material. In principle, this option deserves attention, but practical side metal is not the best choice.

In the shower there will be constant contact with water, which means that no matter how well the profile sheet is covered protective compounds, corrosion will begin fairly quickly.

Again as a temporary measure for a quick fix The issue can be resolved this way. If all the materials necessary for construction are available, such a structure can be assembled in just a few hours. But perhaps this is one of its few advantages.

Video: design of a summer shower made of metal profiles

Heated

This option is good in all respects, as it allows you to use the shower in any weather, however, its design is somewhat more complicated and requires greater knowledge and skills.

It can be added that one of the most important conditions for the operation of such a shower is the installation of reliable thermal insulation. The most suitable material for this is polystyrene foam. It is resistant to moisture and easy to install. And if you also cover it with a thick film, you will get an almost sealed room that will be relatively warm in itself.

To speed up the heating of water in the tank, it can be painted black.

If a heated system is used, then it can be additionally equipped with an automatic water supply, which will make your life even easier, but all these technical devices will entail additional financial investments.

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Blueprints

Water procedures in the open air are very useful, so many adherents of relaxation and hardening decide to make a summer shower for a shower in the country with their own hands, or at least install a ready-made cabin on the site. This article will help you understand the design features, select the correct dimensions and installation location, draw up a preliminary diagram and complete all stages of construction without errors.

Kinds autonomous toilets. Choosing a place to build a toilet in a summer cottage

If you intend to build a capital shower for your dacha with your own hands from brick, it is advisable to use belt type foundation. A trench is formed along the perimeter of the future building. The optimal depth is 0.5 m. Next, the formwork is installed. At the bottom of the trench, it is necessary to form a sand-crushed stone cushion 0.1 m thick. After this, reinforcement is laid and concrete is poured. This must be done so that the finished foundation rises above ground level by about 0.1 m.

When the base has completely hardened and dried, it will be possible to begin construction of the sewer system.

How to organize a drainage system in a shower at the dacha with your own hands

There are several ways to organize sewage system in the shower stall. The choice of construction technology depends on several factors:

• type of soil on the site;
• type of foundation;
• number of people living in the house.

If used as a foundation for a summer shower at the dacha monolithic slab, then before filling it is necessary to lay the system plastic pipes with a knee. The slab is formed in such a way that there is a slope on all sides towards the drain hole. Sewage pipe is taken outside the shower and connected to common system drains. You can connect the drainage system to a drainage well.

Helpful advice! To build a similar sewer system for a cabin installed on a different type of foundation, it is not necessary to fill the floors with concrete. It is enough to buy a summer shower for your dacha with a tray made of acrylic. This element will serve as the floor.

With connection to sewer system – best option for a large family, since the pit will not be able to accommodate the volume of wastewater that will be generated during operation. If the structure is designed for 1-2 people, a drain directly under the cabin will be sufficient. But this type of system is suitable for areas with loose soil, when the shower is installed on a columnar or pile foundation. This option can also be used on a strip base.

First you need to remove a layer of soil 0.5 m deep. The formed depression is filled to half its height with gravel or stone. The remaining part is filled with crushed stone with a fine fraction. After the cabin structure is assembled, a pallet made in the form of wooden lattice. The system is designed in such a way that wastewater passed through the drainage layers and were gradually absorbed into the soil.

Sometimes owners summer cottages they lead the sewer pipe into the garden, which cannot be called a good decision. If you still resort to a similar method, it is desirable that the place where the water is drained is well warmed by the sun. Otherwise, the liquid will accumulate, and a swamp infested with mosquitoes will form around the shower.

Making a cabin for a summer shower: photos and construction technology

To build a cabin for a homemade shower, any available materials can be used.

Suitable for these purposes:

• wood;
• polycarbonate;
• corrugated sheeting;
• brick.

Each type of material has its own advantages, features and properties.

How to build a shower in the country with your own hands: economy cabin option

There is a little trick that will help you save money during the construction of a shower house. To reduce costs, it is enough to use one of the blank walls of the building as a side for the booth.

Before building a budget-type summer shower, you need to attach a small water container equipped with a watering can to the wall. Here you can install elements that accompany comfort, for example, hooks for clothes, shelves, etc. At the top of the future structure there is a partition. It is fixed on the wall of the building. As front door a tarpaulin or film (necessarily opaque) can be used. The curtain is hung using rings.

The floor is arranged so that the drains are diverted as far as possible from the foundation part of the house. To do this, the platform is concreted or you can get by with installing a pallet made of acrylic.

Helpful advice! If you use internal corner With an L-shaped structure, the construction of the sides of the cabin can be avoided altogether. Their function will be performed by the walls of the building.

DIY construction of a wooden cabin for a country shower

The most common option country shower– a cabin made in the form of a wooden house. This type of building is considered one of the most affordable. Wood is easy to process. At the same time, it retains heat well, which is a definite advantage if the shower will be used in cold weather.

To build a summer shower in a private house with your own hands, it is advisable to use wooden beam. To make the corner posts of the booth, you will need material with a cross-sectional size of 10x10 cm. A tank designed for 200 liters of water is installed in the upper part of the shower, so the beam must be thick enough to withstand such a weight load.

To hang the door, you will need to install two additional posts in the front of the booth. These elements are placed between the corner posts. To make them, you can take a beam with a section size of 5x5 cm.

To form small angle slope for pitched roof cabins, it is recommended to install front ones corner posts 0.2 m higher than the rear ones. This will not be required if a square-shaped tank is used as a container. In this case, the racks are mounted at the same level.

All supports are attached to wooden frame bottom trim. For fixation it is necessary to use hardware and metal corners. At the top of the structure, the strapping is done in a similar way. To secure the posts more firmly, you can use spacers. On the upper trim of the frame part of the booth, the basis for mounting the container is formed. In this case, you need to read not only the size, but also the shape of the tank.

To cover the frame part of the building, you can use a 2 cm thick board. the material is suitable and for making doors. You should lay the boards in one row and knock them together using two jumpers. To prevent the door from skewing, the structure can be strengthened obliquely, using a long strip. The door frame for a country summer shower is made of boards, the thickness of which is 4 cm. It is recommended to use self-tapping screws as fasteners.

When the booth is completely ready, it can be opened with a colored varnish composition. WITH inside the entrance is curtained with film, otherwise the doors will swell from moisture.

Helpful advice! Often a large barrel for a shower in a country house is used for construction. By installing a watering can over the structure, you can get a budget option wooden cabin.

Technology for making a garden shower made of polycarbonate

Since wood is subject to deformation changes under the influence of moisture, many property owners are thinking about how to make a shower in the country with their own hands from more practical and resistant materials, for example, polycarbonate. The frame part of the cabin is made in exactly the same way as in the case of a wooden shower, however, the material must be used metallic profile. Optimal size sections – 4x6 cm.

The frame part of the cabin is formed using racks and jumpers between them. In this case, metal elements are used, so to fasten them you will need welding machine. Moreover, the assembly order can be performed in several ways. In the first case, the frame part is welded separately, after which it is installed on the base and secured with anchor bolts. The second method involves concreting the racks while pouring the foundation. Then the harness is formed and spacers are attached.

It is advisable to use polycarbonate as a casing for showers. sheet material 1 cm thick. It is fixed to a metal frame using hardware, which must have sealing gaskets.

Installing a tank and features of building a heated shower in a country house with your own hands

On last stage shower construction, a tank is installed. You can make the container yourself using any container made from of stainless steel or plastic. To do this, it is necessary to form a hole in the bottom, the diameter of which is 1.5 cm. A piece of pipe, threaded on both sides, is attached to it using nuts. The length of this element should be 30 cm.

You need to make a hole in the center of the cabin roof where the pipe will be inserted. After installing the tank, a tap and a watering can made of plastic are screwed onto the free end. Then the container is firmly fixed to the frame of the frame part of the booth, filled with water and covered with a lid.

To create a heated summer shower for your dacha, just install a heating element in the tank. Of course, natural energy from the sun can be used to heat water. In this case, there will be no electricity costs. However, the sun's rays are not able to heat a large volume of liquid. In addition, not every region has the necessary climatic conditions.

On the Internet you can find many diagrams necessary for connecting a heated summer shower to electricity. The advantage of these devices is that the water in the tank warms up quickly enough, regardless of the time of day and the weather outside. In this case, a person can adjust the temperature himself. If you attach a piece of foam plastic to the hose, the watering can will receive the most warm water. For the same reason, liquid is drawn from the upper zone of the tank.

Helpful advice! To speed up the process of heating the liquid, you can add a coil to the circuit.

Is it possible to buy a summer shower for a summer house inexpensively: prices for ready-made structures

To simplify the construction technology, you can buy a ready-made outdoor shower and install it on a prepared base. The cost of cabins varies and depends on various factors.

The price of products is influenced by the following points:

• material of manufacture;
• modification (presence of a locker room);
• shape of the water container (barrel-shaped, square tank);
• complete set (presence of heating element, tank, temperature sensor and so on.);
• tank capacity;

• the material from which the water container is made.

Average prices for ready-made structures

Name	price, rub.
Metal frame and PVC fabric
Garden shower
Garden shower with water heater
Garden shower with water heater and changing room
Polycarbonate construction
Cabin with 130 l tank
Cabin with 200 l tank
Cabin with 130 l heated tank

A wide variety of materials suitable for construction, as well as manufacturing technologies, allows any summer resident to acquire a comfortable and convenient shower in the country. Moreover, you can make a booth yourself from improvised materials or purchase it ready-made in a specialized store.