Shower - outbuilding, which must certainly be on every summer cottage. On hot summer days, even the simplest, unsightly-looking country shower turns into an unusually popular device, for which all household members line up. This much-needed household item can be made quite simply. When developing the design of your shower, rely on the dimensions of a standard profile sheet, the parameters of which are 960 by 1500 mm.
To work you will need the following tools and materials:
steel profile pipe of rectangular section 30 by 20 mm;
three profile sheets of the size indicated above;
plastic tank equipped with a valve and water sprayer;
self-tapping screws;
anchor bolts;
welding machine and electrodes for it;
cement, crushed stone and sand;
drill;
boards for formwork construction;
plastic sewer pipe;
primer and paint for metal;
shovel:
sandpaper;
vinyl shower curtain.
Operating procedure
1. Cut the profiled pipe into bars of the required length, based on the dimensions of the future shower stall 960 by 960 by 2000 mm
2. Weld two rectangular frames from a pipe measuring 9960 by 2000 mm.
3. Install the frames in parallel and connect them at the top and bottom using four 96-centimeter pipe sections by welding. As a result of your work, you should end up with a shower stall frame - a parallelepiped with ribs 960 by 960 and 2000 mm.
4. Three side walls strengthen the booths with pieces of profile pipe - to do this, weld one piece into them parallel to the floor at a distance of 1 m from the ground.
5. Make a roof for the soul - strengthen a welded platform on top (cross-shaped or other shape) on which a water tank will subsequently be installed.
6. Once the shower frame is completely assembled, sand all seams, prime the pipes and paint them.
7. After the paint has dried, use a drill and screws to attach profile sheets to the frame on three sides. Attach the sheets at a height of 15 cm from the ground; the gap formed at the bottom will ensure ventilation of the shower stall and prevent the appearance of mold and fungi in it.
8. Dig a hole for Wastewater, lay a sewer line to it plastic pipe, build the formwork of the required size.
9. Mix the concrete and pour it into the formwork. Smoothing the surface of the solution, form a slope for easy water drainage. After the concrete has completely hardened, disassemble the formwork.
10. Place the shower stall in its designated location and secure it to the concrete with anchor bolts.
11. Install and secure on top of the shower plastic tank, place all its fittings inside the booth.
Summer is a great time for a country holiday. It can be overshadowed by the lack of a shower, since a person, regardless of whether he is working or resting, needs to perform water procedures.
If the dacha is used only in summer time, then the easiest way to organize a shower is on site. You can make a mobile shower, or build a solid outbuilding.
Portable summer shower
You can find it in stores foot shower. There is no need to build or carry out anything to operate it. As a rule, you only need a small container of water to use it.
An existing hose is lowered into the container and connected to the pump. It resembles a small rug. The water comes out through a hose with a watering can, and for it to flow, a person just needs to mark time in one place.
This device is simply irreplaceable, as it is suitable not only for the garden, but also for picnics, and you can take it with you on hikes.
With its help, water procedures can be carried out not only on the street, but also in the house when it is very cool outside.
To do this, you just need to put a basin and wash yourself. Another advantage of a mobile shower is self-adjustment water temperature. Such a shower at the dacha simply cannot be replaced.
Stationary shower
Many summer residents are interested in how to make a stationary shower. This option is quite expensive compared to the first. However, it will serve you for many years.
Before you start construction, you need to think about where the water will drain from it. It’s good to have an antiseptic on site. You can drain the shower into it.
If it is missing, then you need to make a hole and fill the bottom with expanded clay. A family needs a pit measuring 60x60x60 cm.
If the soil is dominated by sand, the walls of the recess will have to be strengthened so that they do not crumble. Suitable for this metal grid or boards that are no longer needed.
Shower base
As a rule, a shower building weighs little. Therefore, there is no point in making a foundation for it; it can be replaced with blocks. They are aligned to the same level so that the structure stands level.
This is much cheaper than a foundation, and takes much less time for construction, since the foundation must dry, and the building can be immediately erected on the blocks.
The blocks should be placed 20 cm from the ground, this is necessary so that the wood does not rot.
If you are going to make a structure from metal, then the blocks do not need to be leveled at a level of 20 cm. Such a frame can be installed on ordinary paving slabs.
Construction
There are two types of construction. The first is when the building is divided into several parts. In one part there is a shower, in the other there is a locker room or technical room where the boiler is installed.
Note!
The second type is a simple shower with a curtain, where only water procedures will be performed. Therefore, the dimensions of the shower are calculated based on what kind of construction is planned.
Types of frame
Metal. The frame can be made of profiled pipe, 3 mm in size. For the work you will need a welding machine.
It is best to weld the pipe joints, this will make the structure stronger. If the device is missing, then the joints can be fastened with special bolts.
Tree. For construction you will need timber. Usually a beam measuring 50x50 mm is used. Before starting construction, you need to make a drawing of the shower in the country.
Shower trim
After the frame has been erected, the shower needs to be covered with material. There are no specific standards for the material. Everyone chooses according to their own pocket.
Let's highlight the most popular materials:
- oilcloth;
- textile;
- wood;
- slate;
- polycarbonate
Water container
Absolutely any container can be used as a tank. Basically, these are metal or plastic barrels. They can be purchased at any construction and country stores.
Note!
When choosing, consider your region of residence. For southern cities, any container is suitable, but for northern regions only a metal one, as it heats up faster.
Shower tray
It is best to purchase a ready-made pallet, since it will have a drain that will directly drain into the pit. The pallet is made of plastic or metal. Metal will last much longer, so it is advisable to choose it.
Making a summer shower in the country is not so difficult. The main thing is to approach the design thoroughly and calculate in advance the amount of material required.
For clarity, you can look at a photo of a summer shower at the dacha with your own hands. It will make your stay comfortable and enjoyable.
Photo of a shower in the country with your own hands
Note!
Most city residents cannot imagine summer without a dacha holiday, and a dacha without conditions of basic comfort and, first of all, the opportunity to take a shower.
This is especially true on a hot summer day, when life-giving moisture not only helps to wash away dust and sweat, but brings us back to life, giving us a feeling of freshness, cleanliness and complete rest.
A country outdoor shower has long ceased to be a primitive structure with a bucket of water and a ladle instead of a watering can.
At the service of summer residents widest choice materials for construction - be it an inexpensive functional building or an exclusive architectural form that can become a real decoration of a suburban area.
Garden showers - construction options and functionality
Basic design any summer shower consists of several required elements:
- Shower cabin is a frame made of wood or metal, usually covered with light, durable, opaque material (board, corrugated sheet, awning)
- Floor with drainage system– wooden, tiled, concrete, with a shower tray. Two drainage options are used - into a sump (gutter) or drainage is installed to naturally absorb moisture into the soil directly under the shower floor
- Water container– minimum volume 100–200 liters for a family of several people
- Shower equipment: a set of hoses for filling the tank with water, a tap, a sprayer (watering can), a shelf for soap and shampoo.
Materials for building a shower: pros and cons
To build a country shower, you can use a wide variety of materials– specially purchased and those that are on hand or left after renovating a house or apartment:
- Wooden shower- classics of the genre! The frame of such a structure is made of timber and covered with coniferous and deciduous wood. For outer skin use planed boards, eurolining, block house, regular or profiled timber. The undoubted advantages of such a shower are natural, environmentally friendly pure material, incomparable aroma of sun-warmed wood, strength, reliability and aesthetic appeal of the structure
- Corrugated shower– an inexpensive option, especially if the material remains from previous ones construction work. Galvanized corrugated sheet with a protective and decorative coating - very durable, quite rigid, durable material with excellent anti-corrosion properties, which is important when in constant contact with water. The corrugated sheeting is attached to a frame made of profile pipes and angles. Such a structure will always look neat and fit well into the natural landscape of the summer cottage. Unfortunately, this shower can only be used in summer, as the metal is thin and the cabin cools down quickly
- Can be built polycarbonate shower– cellular sheet building material from the thermoplastic family. It has unique characteristics - durable, lightweight, flexible, does not require additional protection from rust, has a translucent or matte texture. For showers, it is better to choose matte polycarbonate; it is more suitable for intimate water procedures
- Brick shower- a solid structure that will serve you not only in summer, but from early spring to late autumn. This design requires a solid concrete foundation, reliable system drain, provides for heating the water. The walls can be made of silicate or façade bricks; the inside of the shower is most often sheathed vinyl siding or a tree. Disadvantages of a brick shower - significant costs and a long time for construction work
- A mobile version of a summer shower is metal structure from profile pipes, covered with an awning. It’s easy to make it yourself by welding or bolting a frame from metal profile and covered with waterproof fabric
- You can build an outdoor shower at virtually no cost, using what is called industrial waste. These include wooden pallets or pallets for large-size cargo. After use, the pallet must be disposed of, but in the hands of craftsmen it can acquire a second life. Pallet boards are perfect for covering a summer shower, building shelves, benches and other garden utensils.
Recommendation! One of the most common cladding materials is lining - a thin planed board. It has several varieties: regular, eurolining - a profiled board with special tenons and grooves for joining, block house - a decorative board with the profile of a rounded beam, imitation timber - a panel made of planed boards.
Heated garden shower
For those who live in the country not only in the summer months, but in spring and autumn, they prefer to swim in warm water both on a sunny day and in cloudy weather, the best option there will be construction heated shower.
What needs to be taken into account when constructing such a building?
Firstly, the shower should be warm enough to take water procedures in it both in April and October. In the winter months, it is still better to wash in a bathhouse.
Brick and wooden beams are ideal materials for construction; everything else will have to be insulated.
Secondly, requires a constant source of water, from which it is fed into the tank automatically or manually. This could be a water supply, a well, a borehole.
Thirdly, an important condition is availability of electricity, because in most cases it is this that serves as the source of energy for heating water.
What options for heating water in the shower are most often used:
- Electricity. Special tanks are sold with built-in electric heaters (TEH), the power of which determines the speed of water heating - the more powerful, the faster it heats. Having basic skills in working with electrical appliances, the heating element can be installed in the tank yourself
- Firewood. To heat water, you can use a time-tested wood-burning steel water heating tank - titanium. It's both reliable and cheap
- Gas. Water can be heated in a gas water heater using liquefied bottled gas.
Multifunctional buildings - two in one
If there are no buildings on your site other than a country house, a practical and useful structure can be utility blocks with several branches:
- Shower with toilet- the two most necessary “strategic” nodes. This is where you should start landscaping your summer cottage. Building them together will help solve both problems at the same time and at the same time save money. Optimal material– wood or brick
- Shower with changing room, which plays the role of a kind of dressing room. Here you can leave your clothes without fear of splashing them with water, dress calmly, and clean up
- Shower with essential for housewives who love home canning and outdoor cooking. The multifunctional room will help process the grown crops; it is comfortable to cook in it even in summer heat. In addition, you will not heat up the house unnecessarily, keeping it pleasantly cool
- Shower with laundry– a very convenient combination of functionality, especially if there is a water heating system.
Choosing a place for a country shower
To choose the right location for a future structure, you need to consider several factors:
- The place must be open and not shaded by trees - after all, even if a heating option is provided, we rely on natural heating of the water solar radiation. In addition, the structure must be well ventilated and dry to avoid dampness and mold.
- If there is a drainage pit, a septic tank or a drain on the site, it is necessary think over convenient option draining using pipes or hose
- An important point when choosing a place for a shower is location of water source. It is necessary to predict the system for filling the container: manually using buckets, using a pump and hose, or provide automatic water supply.
Having determined the optimal place for installing a summer shower, you can begin its construction.
DIY shower construction technology
Summer shower dimensions
When determining the size of the shower, it is important to remember that its area should not be smaller 1 m2, most suitable height – 2–2.3 m.
Specific dimensions are determined based on the size of the building material, in such a way as to minimize waste. For example, when building from a standard 6-meter beam, you can design a shower 2x2 m or 2x3 m.
Preparatory work: arrangement of drainage
Option 1. We provide drainage into a drainage ditch or a special sump. For this we do marking the base shower according to the selected dimensions.
We remove soil from the marked area to approximately the depth of a spade bayonet, line the hole with roofing material and fill it with a layer of crushed stone in 15–20 cm.
We mount it right away water drainage system: we place a piece of hose or sewer pipe in the hole and lead it outside the perimeter of the shower. We install a drain pan on top (it is better to purchase a ready-made one) and connect it to the pipe.
Outside the shower sewer pipe can be laid in a trench or on the surface. Instead of a pallet, the floor can be concreted or tiled.
Can be used as a septic tank for soapy water eurocubes – plastic container for bulk and liquid cargo, tied with a metal grid.
The undoubted advantage of these containers is their volume is no less than 1000l and durable plastic. By connecting two Eurocubes together and burying them in the ground up to the neck, you can get a home-made treatment facility for settling waste water.
Option 2. We mount drainage system directly under the shower. We dig a hole at least half a meter deep, fill it with 40–45 cm large crushed stone, pieces of brick, stone.
We finish everything with a layer of fine crushed stone in 5–10 cm. The water will naturally soak into the ground.
On this base we install a wooden grate along the width and length of the shower, which will act as a floor. Grate height 7–10 cm, we make it from wooden blocks measuring 2x3 cm or twenty boards wide 8–10 cm.
The optimal size of the gaps between the bars is 0.5–1.0 cm, a larger distance will create inconvenience during operation. The material for the grating must be carefully planed and sanded to avoid burrs.
DIY shower cabin construction
The next step is to make frame.
At the corners of the shower we concrete four racks from a profile pipe measuring 50x50 mm or 40x60 mm, we provide another one for the door canopy.
From the same profile we make horizontal lintels, connecting the vertical posts along the perimeter - at the top, bottom and in the middle. It is best to carry out the structure by welding - this will ensure sufficient rigidity and stability of the structure.
Ready frame coated with anti-corrosion compound and painted. For cladding we use any inexpensive, lightweight and durable material - boards, corrugated sheets, siding, etc.
We fasten it all with self-tapping screws. Hanging the door- It’s better to buy it ready-made.
Strengthening the roof using profile pipes as lags, we mount them on them roofing material– slate, metal tiles, ondulin. Place a container of water on top.
Installation of shower equipment
When choosing a water tank, size matters - best option 150–200 l, shape - preferably flat for faster heating of water, color - black or dark for the same purpose.
Special tanks have finished holes for showering and water intake, so all that remains is to connect the supply hose, install a tap and a watering can or sprayer.
If we use an ordinary barrel, we drill a hole in the bottom, insert a squeegee - a piece of pipe with a thread, install a tap, install another squeegee and connect a sprayer (watering can).
Capacity required be sure to close to prevent debris and leaves from getting into the water.
Do-it-yourself wooden shower for a summer house
Foundation construction
To make the design more thorough, it is advisable to make foundation.
To do this, we dig a ditch around the perimeter with a width of 15–20 cm and depth in 30–40 cm. Next, we make the formwork for the foundation.
We knock down the boards and install a box ( height – 15–20 cm) along the perimeter of the shower, focusing on the prepared trench.
We fill the ditch and formwork concrete mortar. To prepare it on 1 bucket of cement M500 take 4 buckets of sand, 5–6 buckets of crushed stone, 1.5–2 buckets of water.
For the strength of the base in the above-ground part of the foundation reinforcement can be laid or pieces of thick wire. We level the fill in a horizontal plane using a building level. The approximate height of the finished foundation is 10–15 cm. After the concrete has hardened, we remove the formwork.
Installation of a shower cabin
Simultaneously with the foundation in the corners concreting pieces of reinforcement, onto which we attach wooden supports made of timber. We assemble the frame from the same lumber.
The choice of wood for cladding the frame is quite large. For heated showers it is better to use timber– the room will be warm, breathable and cozy.
For summer version you can purchase eurolining, block house, imitation timber from coniferous species trees.
Essential oils and resins contained in wood have bactericidal properties and are a natural air flavoring - so washing in such a shower is not only pleasant, but also useful.
We attach the boards using self-tapping screws to the horizontal crossbars of the frame. For better ventilation in the upper part of the shower between the walls and the roof around the perimeter, leave a gap of up to 10 cm.
Roof and floor of a wooden shower
It is easier to make a flat roof, single slope.
To ensure rainwater drainage, we do slight slope, raising one side of the roof to 10–15 cm. Depending on the size of the shower, we use several beams the size of 10x10 cm(minimum 2).
Using nails, we attach wooden formwork from boards with a thickness of 20 mm, forgive it with roofing felt or other waterproofing material, covering with slate, metal tiles, ondulin, etc.
Advice! When making a roof, we make all the holes for pipes and hoses right away, so that later you don’t have to cut them out, violating the tightness of the roof. To ensure that the roof tank sits level, secure it underneath wooden block from the lower side.
The floor in the cabin can be made from decking boards, teak, alder, linden or larch are best suited. Leave a gap between the boards 5 mm for water drainage.
Where can I buy a garden shower?
If you don’t have the time or desire to build a shower in your country house with your own hands, you can trust professionals or purchase a ready-made design.
Retail trade networks of building materials and household appliances, including online stores, offer a wide range of shower cabins made of wood, polycarbonate, fabric coverings and other materials, which are assembled at a summer cottage within a few hours.
Most common brands and their prices:
- German garden showers are very popular among summer residents brands Karcher and Gardena (Karcher and Gardena). This device can be used both in a cabin and in an open space (on the lawn, by the pool), installing it on a special tripod. The shower is connected through a hose to a reservoir, from which water is supplied using a pump. Garden shower has several water spray positions, adjustable in height, and turns on at the touch of a button. Such a shower costs approximately from 1800 to 2250 RUR
- Garden shower step(sometimes called “stomper”) is useful in hiking conditions when there is no permanent shower. It supplies water from a container using a foot pump and is activated by stomping the feet. The shower is very economical and allows you to wash yourself with minimum consumption water. Estimated cost – 1250–1500rub
- Summer souls “Zelenovka”, “Aquatex”, “Sadovyi”– this is an opportunity to inexpensively purchase a full-fledged shower cabin, including one with heated water. Showers are installed directly on the ground or on a prepared base. The package includes a lightweight frame steel pipes, covered with awning or other waterproof fabric, plastic or steel tank with a capacity of 110–220 l, wooden pallet, electric heater. Cost of shower without heating – 5300–6500 rub., heated – from 6000 to 8500 RUR.
By deciding to build a summer shower, you make your summer holiday more comfortable, joyful and desirable for you and your family.
You can watch detailed information on how to build a summer shower in your country house with your own hands in this video instruction.
Progress has reached the point that you can purchase a one-piece outdoor shower module in a construction supermarket for about ten thousand rubles. However, you can save at least twice and make the same one yourself. Before you start building a shower in your dacha, you need to carefully work out the details, such as the project itself, in which part of the site the shower will be located, and decide what materials it will consist of. In addition, you need to take into account the ease of use factor both during use and maintenance.
Set yourself the following goals:
- Hygiene is the main goal and nothing should interfere with it
- Environmentally friendly – waste water is harmful and can cause harm environment. Locate the drain in a safe place.
- Practicality - in any weather it should be convenient and accessible to freshen up or wash.
- Aesthetics - appearance must fit into the overall picture of the summer cottage.
- An alternative – there’s even a separate paragraph about this – is a collapsible or “invisible” shower.
- Savings – reduce labor and financial costs to a minimum, but not at a loss to the construction.
Selecting a location
The water should not stagnate, so you will need a slight elevation to position the shower. You should not start building a shower in a depression or depression, as the water will have nowhere to drain.
Selection right place taking a shower will help you avoid problems in the future 
Gravel backfill promotes rapid absorption of water into the soil If you have a barrel as a source of water, then it would be more appropriate to install the building in a place where it will be as accessible to the sun as possible in order to ensure good heating of the water. If you need artificial heating, then choose a location based on the location of the water supply.
Another factor for convenience will be the location not too far away, so that you can quickly get home after water treatments.
Size calculation
It is important that it is comfortable for almost any person to be inside. On average, the parameters can be like this:
- height - 200–300 cm;
- length - 150-200 cm;
- width - 120-150 cm.
Such dimensions will require minimal space and material consumption, as it is adapted to standard sizes building materials.
Optimally convenient sizes for a shower in the country Required tools and materials
To complete the work you will need typical tools: tape measure, hammer, level, screwdriver and saw.
Tools you will need to build a shower What materials you will need depends on what you decide to use to build a shower in your summer cottage. But in any case, a supply of nails, screws, and plumbing materials such as pipes, tanks, taps, and watering cans is necessary.
Regardless of whether you are building a garden shower from polycarbonate, brick, slate or some other material, you will need cement, sand and filler for the foundation. Try to calculate the quantity bulk materials so that there is no excess left.
In the final stage, do not forget to please yourself with decorative elements and necessary accessories, such as hooks and a curtain.
Options for shower designs for a summer residence
Except complex structures you can also use minimalist versions.
Portable shower - the name speaks for itself. To operate it, you will need a container of 20 liters (it will last about 10 minutes). Having filled the tank with water, it is left in the sun to heat the water. At the right moment, simply place it at the required height and use it.
Inexpensive option shower that can be used anywhere This option works well if you are in a place where there is no access to a stationary shower. And on top of that, you can use a portable shower for your garden anywhere.
Portable shower trampler A shower in the house, or rather directly next to it, will be simple and convenient. This type of shower can be located against the wall of the building. Installation is quite simple.
- Removing the water supply hose from the wall
- Studying the drainage or drainage of water
- Installing a watering can and connecting it to hoses
- Screen installation
This type of shower is convenient because it does not require much effort to install and can be disassembled for the cold season.
In addition, the water does not need to be heated by the sun; it comes from the public water supply. As a result, you get warm or even hot shower at the dacha without special effort. Shower walls can be made of polycarbonate or other quickly installed material. However, be careful that the drain water does not begin to wash away the foundation of the house.
This summer shower uses hot water from home One of the most popular shower options is the stand-alone version combined with a change room. It can be either a whole room broken into parts, or made from different modules.
Combined construction of a shed with a shower Country showers of this type are temporary and require a frame since, unlike brickwork, it can be disassembled quite easily. The frame can be either wooden or metal. In both cases, processing is required by special means to avoid damage from exposure to moisture.
To assemble this structure, a lot of work is not required. We mark the territory and level it. It is advisable to create a cushion mound of sand and granulation. Then we lay the boards and install the assembled structure or assemble it on site.
Portable shower in a case. There can be many types of such showers. But the essence remains the same everywhere - the volume of water is maximum for two, problems with heating the water. But this shower doesn’t even need a drainage hole—the environment can definitely handle a couple of dozen liters of dirty water.
No doubt, the most convenient thing is not far from the site and with all the amenities. However, such versions may become good help in the field.
Preparing the base
For various types of construction of country showers, different levels preparation. This means that the base also needs to be different.
For a portable shower, you only need to remove about 15 centimeters of soil and fill it with sand mixed with gravel.
For more complex buildings, a foundation will already be required. Its depth depends on the load that will be given Construction Materials. For a vertical shower 300 centimeters high made of brick, you will need 30 centimeters of foundation.
Capital construction of a shower in the country The bookmark algorithm is quite simple, namely:
- We determine the area using pegs at the corners of the shower
- Using pegs we stretch a cord to mark the perimeter
- We place formwork if necessary
- In order to leave room for the pipe, any cylindrical object wrapped in roofing material is inserted
- At the end, pour the solution
Drain pit equipment
For normal operation The drainage pit requires an average of 2 cubic meters. To make it durable and serve you as long as possible, it is advisable to strengthen the walls of the pit. This will help avoid soil fall. In addition, it is desirable that the drain be located a couple of meters from the shower itself. This is necessary for two reasons: to prevent erosion and destruction of the foundation and the formation of unwanted odors.
Taking into account the above, make a personal calculation of the volume of the pit based on how much water will go there at a time.
You should also ensure that the pit does not dry out or overfill - both will damage the operation of the pit. You should not drain into a common pit as this will negatively affect the microflora and will quickly fill the pit.
Drain pit for a shower can be made from old tires and placed directly under the building The choice of containers for collecting water is very large. There are tanks in stores of all shapes and sizes, it all depends on your needs. The most convenient is flat tank, black in color, since due to the narrow layer of water the rays do not have to penetrate far, and the black color absorbs more heat– as a result, the water heats up faster. Such tanks are equipped with special water outlets, which simplifies the installation of the system.
Flat black tank heats up faster in the sun You can artificially heat water using a heater. Here you should remain careful - the insulation may leak and a short circuit will occur or the water will be electrocuted.
Shower container with built-in shade If it is not possible to buy a container in a store, you can make it from scrap materials, for example, a household barrel or weld it from sheets of metal.
When purchasing and installing a tank, consider how its weight will be distributed and how much water your family will need. To make it easier to collect water, you can connect a hose to the container.
Lighting and ventilation of a country shower
Lighting will be useful, since you will have to take a shower in the dark. However, when laying and distributing wires, follow the safety rules:
- Work with wires without damaging the insulation
- Make the wiring so that it does not interfere with movement both indoors and outdoors
- Carefully insulate joints
- Provide moisture protection for switches and lamps
For ventilation, make a window or a special hole with a grill or mesh so that debris and insects cannot get inside. Ventilation will help avoid arguments and bad odors in the shower.
For good ventilation it is necessary to make an opening window It is logical that it is best to finish with those materials that will not deteriorate due to moisture getting on them, this can be plastic, plastic, oilcloth and even linoleum. If you decide to make a wooden shower for your dacha, then all the material must be primed before painting and then covered with hot drying oil (each board separately).
It is worth taking care of the floor covering. On a concrete or sand floor, you can lay a wooden grid, also treated with drying oil, and a rubber mat on top.
You can use a wooden grid as a floor A locker room with various accessories will also be useful inside. A shelf in the shower can be made together with hooks to conveniently fold or hang clothes and accessories. Keeping the locker room dry is also important, so you can raise the floors using any means at hand that will ensure the stability of the grid.
If it is not possible to carry out hot water V a private house or in country house, then in this case it would be advisable to build a summer shower.
How to build a summer shower with your own hands from wood?
To build wooden shower At the dacha with your own hands, you can follow the following instructions:
First you need to select appropriate place for the construction of a structure. When choosing, you should take into account that such country shower will be constantly exposed to moisture both inside and outside.
Advice: it is better to build such a structure in a well-ventilated area. This is necessary so that the wood dries faster. Also, do not plant bushes, trees or tall plants, since they retain moisture, do not allow air to circulate, and as a result, interfere with the drying of the wood from which the country shower is made.
Production earthworks. For the shower, we dig a hole measuring 1x1 m, 40 cm deep. At the bottom of the pit we lay a layer of crushed stone, which will help the soapy water to be absorbed into the soil faster. Next, you should place cinder blocks in the corners. They must be set according to level.
Next we proceed to frame manufacturing. To do this, we take boards whose thickness is 30 mm and width - 15 cm. A base measuring 1x1 m will be made from them. 4 beams with a section of 70x100 mm are attached to this base. To bandage the frame, side and two transverse jumpers are used, which are inserted into the grooves. They also serve as reinforcement for the roof, on which a hundred-liter tank will be installed.
Works on frame covering. For these purposes, you can use lining, blockhouse or false beams. The gaps between the grooves should be two to three millimeters. This is necessary so that the timber can expand freely when regularly wet. In our case, a material that imitates logs was used to cover the shower.
do-it-yourself shower for your dacha step-by-step instruction. Photo
Finishing work. Before painting, it is necessary to prime the wood. For these purposes, a bioprotective antifungal impregnation is suitable, after drying the surface is painted with façade acrylic water-borne varnish in at least 3 layers.
The next stage of building a shower in the country is tank installation for water.
construction of a shower in the country. Photo
Tip: for a summer shower, it is advisable to use a tank with a minimum volume of one hundred liters.
You can build such a wooden shower at your dacha with your own hands in one or two days.
building a shower in the country with your own hands. Video
DIY summer shower
For construction it is necessary to prepare the following materials:
- timber;
- fasteners (screws);
- shower kit, which includes a bracket, faucet, curved pipe, adapter and nozzle;
- rubber hose.
How to build a summer shower at the dacha with your own hands?
Construction procedure:
Compilation drawings. For such a structure it will be necessary to make a wooden pallet in the shape of a circle from dense wood. We will have cardboard of the required size as a template. First you need to place the cardboard on a flat surface and secure it with tape. Next, using measuring devices, draw a circle with two squares located inside. This template will be used to construct the wooden floor.
DIY summer shower drawings
Construction pallet. Our floor will be three-layer. The procedure for installing the base for the floor is as follows:
Works on pipe installation. Combine all the elements that are in the shower set.
DIY summer shower step by step instructions. Video
DIY summer shower step by step instructions. Video instruction
Summer shower for a summer house made of pipes and polycarbonate
This option attracts with its low cost and resistance of materials to action. sun rays and moisture, as well as ease of processing.
The procedure for constructing the foundation and floor
Before you start building a polycarbonate summer shower, you need to decide on its location. For such a structure, an inconspicuous place with a flat surface, away from wells and wells, is suitable.
Site preparation. To do this, fill it with sand and compact it.
Drill or dig four holes into which the foundation posts will be inserted.
Place a layer at the bottom of the hole crushed stone 10-12 cm thick.
Install pipes made of plastic used for laying sewers. We fill them inside and outside.
DIY summer shower step by step instructions. Photo
In the central part it is necessary to dig drainage hole and fill it with crushed stone.
We also fill the area around the blind area with crushed stone.
We make from timber with a cross section of 100x150 mm base for the structure and attach it to the foundation columns. For these purposes, it is necessary to drill holes in the cement and insert plugs into them.
It is also necessary to screw the jumpers to the frame with self-tapping screws and reinforce the structure with steel corners. We lay between the pipe and the timber waterproofing.
Tip: before installing the jumpers, you need to try on the pallet, since it will subsequently be installed between them. Therefore, if necessary, it will be necessary to adjust the frame to the dimensions of the pallet.
Next, you need to display the height of the floor from the 50x50 timber around the entire perimeter and after that you can start installing flooring . The result should be a base with a built-in tray.
The procedure for constructing walls and roofs
Let's start construction wooden frame soul. At this stage it is necessary to provide a doorway. In our case, the height of the walls will be 2.5 meters.
summer shower made of polycarbonate step by step instructions. Photo
A solid one is attached to the rafters sheathing.
Making a layer waterproofing from roofing felt or bikrost.
From the sides we produce sheathing processed board.
To cover roofs We use soft tiles.
After this we process all wooden frame stain in two layers, and then with varnish in two or three layers. For a structure such as a summer shower made of half-carbonate, you will need about 7.5 liters of stain.
Frame cladding polycarbonate With outside. For these purposes, it is recommended to use a special thermal washer, for which holes must be cut on polycarbonate using a cutter.
Door made in the form of a wooden frame. Its height is two meters. To add rigidity, jumpers and jibs are used. Next, the door frame is painted, hung on hinges and lined with polycarbonate.
After that they hang water heating ba k, faucets, curtains, hooks, rugs and other accessories.
At the bottom of the pan it is necessary to drain the drain into drainage pipe , inserted 20-30 cm into the crushed stone base.
At the final stage we produce improvement of the entrance in the country shower. To do this, we dig a hole, fill the foundation with concrete and lay reinforcement in it. After the concrete gains strength, we lay bricks on it, on which the wood steps will be installed. If desired, you can make decorations. For this you will need cement and stones.
We attach the steps.
Do-it-yourself shower for a summer house
The first thing you need to do before starting construction is to decide on location summer shower. A well-lit, calm, slightly elevated place is suitable for such a structure.
Advice: it is advisable that the shower is not located too close to buildings and is built in the same style as them.
Stages of building a shower in the country
Compilation project. It is planned to build a shower consisting of two small rooms. Minimum size bathing compartments should be 100x100 cm, changing rooms - 60x100 cm. In our case optimal size soul - 200x150 cm.
At the selected site mark the rectangle dimensions 140x190 cm. We drive pipes in the corners. The foundation for the shower will be piled from two-meter asbestos-cement pipes, the diameter of which is 90-100 mm. They need to be buried in dug holes to a depth of about 1.5 m. 20-30 cm should remain above the ground surface. After this, a drainage and drainage system is installed.
Summer shower project. Photo
To organize water flow, it is done waterproof layer. It can be made from polyvinyl chloride film or roofing felt, which must be laid on an inclined surface. As an option, you can make a reinforced concrete screed.
The top and bottom are made harness frame.
Installation of plank flooring.
Tip: To ensure water flows out of the shower stall, it is recommended to install floorboards with gaps of 10 mm wide.
The shower room should be separated from the changing room by a high threshold and curtain.
Finishing work. The outside of the country shower is sheathed with clapboard or siding, moisture-resistant plywood, fiberboard, etc. For interior finishing, you should also use materials that are not afraid of moisture.
A water tank must be installed on the roof; the water heater is installed indoors.
Do-it-yourself utility block with shower for your dacha
Construction procedure:
Once a suitable location for the construction of the shower has been selected, you can begin earthworks: dig up foundation pit, fill it with ASG and lay it out point brick foundation.
Once the foundation is ready, you can begin construction wooden frame designs. For these purposes, timber is used.
For sheathing shower on the sides and back in this project, a 10 mm thick board was used. A window and door opening should be provided at the front.
Device roof frame from wooden beam. In this project, window openings should be provided on the folding roof.
The corners should be lined with boards.
Can be used for roofing bitumen shingles.
The door is made of boards. Door handles and steps can also be cut from wood.
All wooden elements necessary paint paint or varnish.
Arrangement of benches, installation shower tray, covering walls with plastic, attaching hooks, etc.
Summer shower projects for the garden
Project No. 1
For a shower, you can also use not only a wooden frame, but also a metal one. This design can be installed directly on the ground. A curtain is used as a door in this project.
Project No. 2
Shower can be made from wavy metal sheet, which can be bent in a semicircle. For this option there is no need to install a water heating tank. It will be enough to connect to the water supply.
Project No. 3
This summer shower made from pipes is lined with white plastic on the outside and brown on the inside. The shower stall can be erected on a paved concrete platform. For this option you will need a water heating tank.
Project No. 4
As a floor in such a shower you can use wood flooring. The inside of the room is lined with blue plastic. Instead of a roof, a wooden lattice is used.
Project No. 5
The base of this shower is made of metal pipes. Brown corrugated sheet was used to cover the walls. The roof is also made of corrugated sheets. Light enters the shower room through openings between the wall and the roof.
Project No. 6
Red polycarbonate was used to make this shower. For this option there is no need to install the tank on the roof. To use such a shower stall, you will need to connect it to the water supply.
Project No. 7
The frame of such a shower is made of metal pipes painted in Blue colour. Plastic was used to cover the walls white. A metal structure was made for the tank.
Example No. 8
Country style shower. The frame is made from dry tree trunks. Branches are used for cladding. Logs are fixed on top of the structure, on which a water tank is installed.
Project No. 9
The frame for such a shower is made of metal elements. The floor and wall cladding are varnished wood. This type of summer shower does not have a door or a water tank.
