Summer is a great time for 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
In stores you can find foot showers. 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 well long 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 another there is a dressing room or technical room where the boiler is installed.
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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 work you will need 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.
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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
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Summer shower made of metal profiles is an inexpensive, convenient and reliable option for those who like to spend hot weekends not in a stuffy city, but among the greenery of own dacha. A profiled sheet can resist corrosion for up to 50 years, is easy to install, and, most importantly, even a complete beginner in construction can build a summer shower in the country with their own hands. Detailed step by step instructions You will find how to do this in this article.
Summer shower made of corrugated sheets - photo of the wooden version support pillars and decorative top strip
Water drainage: drainage or drainage pit
Construction begins with choosing the most suitable place on the site for an outdoor shower made of metal profiles. Since it is desirable to make maximum use of solar heat to heat water, the shower should be located in an open area, illuminated throughout the day.
- Performing drainage.
- Organization drain hole.
The first method is relevant if a summer shower made of corrugated sheets is needed only to freshen up and is not intended for long-term bathing. Then you can simply level the plot of land and pave it with paving stones, waste stones or crushed stone.
Creating drainage on clay soils
If the soil is clayey, then you should dig a hole 0.5-1 m deep, which then needs to be filled with alternating layers of gravel and sand 10-15 cm thick. Gravel should always be the top layer, and sand should always be the bottom layer. To save money, gravel can be replaced with fine gravel construction waste, for example, broken bricks. You can install a shower in your dacha directly on such a drainage.
The second case is when a country shower made of corrugated sheets will be used specifically for the purpose of cleaning off dirt using detergents, not only by you, but also by your family members. Then, to organize the drainage, a small drainage pit for the shower in the country house is installed.
Drain pit for a shower made of corrugated sheets - photo of an already equipped drain on the side with a pipe connected
To prevent collapse, the walls of the drainage pit should be lined with stone or brick, and the bottom should be left to absorb moisture. In addition, a drain for a shower in a country house can be organized by digging a plastic pipe or car tires large diameter.
The size of the hole depends on the soil and your needs. If a summer shower for a dacha made of corrugated sheets is needed for a family of 4 people and will be located on sandy soil, then a depth of 1 m is quite enough. If we're talking about about clay, then the best option would be 2 m.
If the size of the area allows, it is better to organize the drain a little away from the shower itself, but if not, then you can do it right under it.
Do-it-yourself shower in the country: drawings and diagrams with dimensions
In order to make a summer shower from corrugated sheets, you need a drawing or, at least, a diagram of the future construction. They don’t have to be detailed—it’s enough to have basic dimensions, based on which you can plan your purchase of materials and further work with them. In addition, the presence of a diagram allows you to plan the technology and stages of construction.
Drawing of a shower made of corrugated sheets with wooden pillars and a concrete floor
Drawing country shower, given above, is a simplified version. It shows not only the dimensions, but also a schematic appearance soul. The diagram below shows a smaller building with the proposed installation of a tank on the roof, as well as a metal frame. I will consider making a shower of exactly this design in this article.
DIY diagram for a shower in the country: drawings with dimensions
Creating a foundation for a shower from a metal profile
The foundation for a shower in a country house is usually made very simple, since the structure itself is light. Before making the floor, you need to install and concrete racks from a 60x40 mm profile to secure the frame. This will increase the reliability of the structure and ensure that a summer shower in a dacha made of corrugated sheets will not tip over due to strong gusts of wind. The above-ground height of the racks can be from 2 to 2.5 meters, depending on the chosen shower design.
Since you need to make a shower from corrugated sheets as reliably as possible, to install the racks you need to dig holes 1-1.2 meters deep. For middle zone This is enough for Russia, but for northern latitudes it is worth further clarifying the depth of soil freezing in your area and deepening the racks below this value. A small layer of crushed stone should be poured into the bottom of the holes and compacted thoroughly. Then the pillars are placed strictly vertically and the holes are filled with concrete.
Take your time
Before installing a garden shower made of metal profiles on racks, you need to wait about a week. During this time, the concrete will have time to gain at least part of its strength. When performing concrete work and installing racks, it is imperative to use a building level.
Making the floor
Making a floor for a summer shower is a simple process and, first of all, depends on what type of drain is chosen. If this is a drainage, then you need to bring a pipe from the drain to it, if it is located to the side, or put a wooden grate directly on top of it, which will act as a floor in the shower in the country.
You can, again, install a wooden grate over the pit, or cover it with a removable concrete lid with a drain hole. The remaining floor area is filled with cement mortar, having previously installed formwork around the edges from boards 70-80 mm high. To provide good drain for a shower in the country, it is necessary to make a floor with a slope towards the drain. Otherwise, water may begin to flow down the sides of the concrete screed.
Building a shower in a country house with your own hands begins with installing supports and making a floor from concrete or wood
If a summer shower for a dacha made of corrugated sheets is located not above the pit itself, but not far from it, then it is necessary to organize a drain. Again, this can be done by concreted plastic drain and pipe into the floor, or by using special plastic or metal pallets.
In the latter case, you can either pour a concrete screed under the country shower from a corrugated sheet, or make a floor platform from wooden boards. However, regardless of the material, the platform should not be solid, but with a square hole in the center. Its size should be such that the selected shower tray for the dacha can easily fit there with its deep part, and it should be supported by the protruding sides. The height of the floor can be greater than the depth of the tray if it is made of metal, and should be equal if it is made of plastic.
This is due to the fact that a plastic shower tray for a country house is not very strong, and if you hang it without support, it can simply fall apart under the weight of a person. If the depth of the pallet is small, then the problem is solved with the help of special supports. The cheapest way to do this is to use a regular wooden grate.
Rules for constructing a drain pipe
If you decide to use a concrete screed as the floor, then a drain pipe it is concreted, but if the platform is wooden, then it goes under it.
Frame structure
Before you make a shower from a metal profile, you need to make its frame. For this purpose, installed racks after hardening concrete foundation we connect with light metal profiles or wooden blocks, while leaving space for installing the door. If the frame for a shower in a country house is made of wood, then it must be treated with an antiseptic composition, which will prevent it from rotting, as well as the appearance of mold and mildew.
There are two ways to secure the harness to the posts. If it is made of metal, then it is most reliable to weld the profiles to the racks. If you do not know how to work with a welding machine, and therefore cannot weld a summer shower with your own hands from corrugated sheets, then for fastening you can use metal screws or screw connections. For the latter, you will need to pre-drill holes in the profile. Wooden crossbars are attached only with self-tapping screws.
Fastening the shower frame frame from a metal profile - photo of a bolted connection
The lower transverse profile must be fixed at the floor level, the second from the top - according to the height of the corrugated sheet used. In order for the frame for a country shower to be sufficiently rigid and reliable, 1-2 more crossbars are installed between them. Finally, the last, uppermost transverse profile is mounted 20-25 cm higher than the previous one. It is needed for making a shower roof from corrugated sheets and installing a tank.
Subtleties of attaching a shower door
When installing the frame frame for a summer shower made of corrugated sheets with your own hands, do not forget about the door. Therefore, only the two upper crossbars are attached on all four sides, and all the rest - only on three. In addition, the hinges for the door must be welded in advance, before the walls are covered.
Thus, making a frame for a shower from a metal profile with your own hands is quite simple. Corrugated sheeting is lightweight and does not require a strong and heavy frame. Even for installing racks, a profile of 40×20 or 60×40 mm is sufficient. Don't be scared by the fact that this entire structure can be movable after assembly. Its rigidity will be provided by walls made of corrugated sheets attached to the frame.
This material is one of the best options for covering a shower in a country house, cheaper and easier. It is not only reliable and durable, but is also not afraid of moisture and looks very bright and attractive.
Wall covering
The next step after making the frame is finishing the shower with metal profiles on three sides. To fasten it, again, use self-tapping screws or rivets. It is necessary to fasten the corrugated sheet every two waves. The self-tapping screw must be screwed into the bottom of the wave and must be straight, otherwise the attachment points will quickly corrode.
Sometimes, for greater reliability, the profiled sheet is secured at the bottom and top using a bolted connection. However, if you are building a shower from corrugated sheets with your own hands, then this is difficult to implement physically - you will need help with fixing the sheet. In addition, there is no need to do so, since fastening with self-tapping screws is reliable if done correctly.
Covering the walls of a summer shower with corrugated sheets with bolted connections
For fastening, it is better to use roofing screws with special washers made of self-vulcanizing rubber. WITH inside the attachment point must be sealed with special waterproof sealants or simply painted. Finishing a shower in a country house should be done with screws or rivets that are short enough so as not to pierce the profile of the crossbars right through.
When making a summer shower from a metal profile with your own hands, the last stage of sewing is installing the door.
Door manufacturing and installation
Since corrugated sheeting is made from thin sheets of steel, you cannot simply weld hinges to it and use it as a door - with this application, the sheet very quickly deforms under its own weight. Therefore, in order to make a shower door from corrugated sheets with your own hands, you need to weld a frame, onto which you will then attach a metal profile.
To make the frame, you should use a profile of the same section as for the racks with crossbars. If the width of the side of the summer shower is 1.5 meters or less, then the width of the door should be the same. If the width of the side is larger, then you need to leave 1.5 meters for the door, install an additional profile parallel to the racks, and sew up the metal shower for the dacha with corrugated sheeting in the remaining part. The height of the frame is determined based on the height of the corrugated sheet.
Trimming parts of the door frame at 45º and checking the correct angle
To make a door frame, you need to measure the profile of the required length, then cut the joints at 45° and weld. If you are making a door for an outdoor shower from corrugated sheets with your own hands, then before welding, be sure to lay out the profiles on a thick sheet of plywood or OSB (at least 10 mm) and secure them with clamps. If this is not done, then during welding the frame will “lead”, as a result of which it will not be able to be used for its intended purpose.
After the frame is ready, two crossbars and hinges are welded to it, and then sewn up with corrugated sheets. After sewing, a handle is screwed onto the door, and two latches are installed: inside and outside. If desired, you can install a small latch lock directly into the profile, then a shower made of corrugated sheets can be used to store various bath items. In addition, coat hooks can be screwed onto the crossbars.
Roof and tank for country shower
Finally, you have reached the last stage and have almost completed your shower at the dacha with your own hands from corrugated sheets. All the hardest part is over - all that remains is to choose a suitable water tank and install it.
You can buy a flat plastic tank at any construction supermarket. This shape is specially designed for summer showers. A shower container for a country house is usually taken with a volume of 200 liters - this is enough for a small family. Since building a shower in a country house from a metal profile involves a lightweight frame, take metal tank cannot be installed on the roof.
Plastic tank for a country shower with an already built-in fitting with a watering can
Plastic tanks for summer showers for summer cottages are usually sold with a fitting already installed. All you have to do is screw the valve with the shower net into it and you're done.
If there is no fitting, then you will have to make the hole yourself. However, it's not difficult - just follow these steps:
- in the right place, draw a circle of the required diameter;
- drill holes around the circumference with the smallest drill you have;
- With a sharp knife, simply connect the holes;
- insert the pipe into the resulting hole;
- Clamp it well on both sides with washers and rubber gaskets.
If you don’t have a small-diameter drill, you can take a medium one, only the places for drilling will need to be marked in advance, not along the circle itself, but slightly inside it.
You need to install the shower tank in your dacha on the roof. If its dimensions are smaller than the dimensions of the roof, then it is necessary to weld the attachment point. This can be achieved using a single 60x40 profile that is welded parallel to the door so that the tank can be placed on it and the top cross member at the rear, but it should not protrude beyond them.
Installing a tank on a shower made of corrugated sheets - photos of two options of different sizes
Next, along the perimeter of the tank, you need to weld or secure with self-tapping screws strips of metal, a profile or wooden blocks. They should protrude from the top, forming sides, and from the bottom of the profile by about 5-7 cm. Thus, you can fix the tank on a summer shower for a summer residence, and also provide the opportunity to attach the insulation from the bottom of the tank. Instead of a combination of profile and steel sheet, you can immediately use corners with a wide shoulder.
After the container for the country shower is installed, the open openings must be covered with corrugated sheeting. It must be installed with a slope so that water drains without lingering on the roof. You need to attach the corrugated sheet in the same way as on the walls.
In order for water heated by the sun to retain heat longer, it is better to insulate the tank. If top part While the tank and its walls are illuminated by the sun and serve to heat water, the lower part, inaccessible to the sun’s rays, only contributes to heat loss. It is this that should be insulated using any material that does not lose its properties when exposed to moisture. In this case, for another 1-2 hours after sunset, a summer shower made of corrugated sheets will delight you with pleasant warm water.
Subtleties of upgrading the tank for more comfortable use of a summer shower
Typically, a shower head for a summer house is chosen from inexpensive - often even plastic - options, since they better withstand outdoor conditions. The same applies to the faucet - it is better to take the cheapest Chinese faucet for a country shower with the expectation that it will have to be replaced in a year or two. It is also desirable that soap dishes and shelves for shampoos and other accessories be made of thick plastic and installed on crossbars.
Finally, let's focus on a few subtleties:
- In order for the water from the tank to be warmer, it should be taken not from the bottom, but from the surface, since warm water always rises to the top, and cold water always sinks to the bottom. This is achieved using a flexible plastic tube, one end of which is attached to the pipe and the other to the float.
- You should buy a black tank - it heats up much faster.
- To heat water faster, you can use the roof. Two holes should be cut: 5-10 cm above the bottom of the tank and at the very bottom. Then insert the pipes into them and connect them with a long flexible tube black color. This tube needs to be laid out on the roof of the shower in the form of a coil. Thus, cold water from the bottom will circulate through the tube, heat up and rise to the top.
In hot weather, quite often you want to freshen up at your dacha, but there are situations when there is no clean body of water nearby, and setting up a pool is a rather complicated and expensive task. To get out of this situation, it is recommended to independently build a summer garden shower for your dacha; it will save you in summer heat and perfectly refreshing. It will be especially pleasant to take it after a hard day at work. A shower will help you relieve tension, refresh, invigorate, calm and distract you from negativity.
This structure performs another equally important practical function - health care. It is recommended to rinse periodically in order to wash away dust that has settled on you, which may contain particles of fertilizer. Doctors have noticed that people who neglect summer showers and prefer to postpone hygiene procedures until taking a bath, more often turn to specialists with problems such as diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and skin diseases.
But what if there is no shower at the dacha? If you don’t want to splash around in a trough or basin, you need to arrange comfort in field conditions and build a summer shower with your own hands, using ready-made drawings and photos, studying the description step by step.
This building has a huge variety of construction options, both from a technical and aesthetic point of view. But general details are unchanged for any option, these are the frame, fence, tank and pallet (floor). But the options for their assembly are very diverse.
The simplest and most affordable option is to take a bucket, punch more small holes in it and hang it in convenient location. The main advantage of such a device is its absolute accessibility, but sometimes ten liters may not be enough to wash properly. And from an aesthetic point of view, such a design is not very attractive. Another advantage of this option is that you don’t need to build anything.
If you don't go in simple ways, then the summer shower can be constructed from wood, metal profiles and various plastics. The choice of material depends on what tool you use. If you don’t have a grinder and a welding machine at your disposal, then the structure will have to be built from planed bars. Can be used as cladding plastic lining, board, or simply attach a waterproof film to the racks.
Each option has its own subtleties. For example, when assembling a wooden summer shower, you can use great amount design options, but plastic and metal structures do not require special processing.
Very important point at the beginning of the build, how many people will use the shower and how often. Based on this, the volume of the tank is calculated, as well as the presence of a special drain.
The comfort of using a shower may vary. If possible, equip your dacha shower with a locker room yourself. In this case, you will avoid such an unpleasant moment as wet things. Highest degree comfort is a structure that houses a shower, a dressing room and a toilet. Of course, creating such a structure will require an investment of both money and effort. If the tank is painted black, the water will heat up faster.
When choosing a location for the shower, try to ensure that it is sunny and that buildings and trees are as far away as possible. This is important because the source of heating the water in the tank is the sun. Another point is that the shower should not be installed on a noticeably lowering ground, as this will impede the flow of water. Particular care needs to be taken of the drain itself.
For infrequent use and a small volume of water, a small drainage layer under the pan will be sufficient. And if a shower is used by a family of several people who will use it quite often, it will be necessary to install a septic tank. It should be located 2-3 meters from the structure itself, this is done so that there is no unpleasant odor coming from it into the shower. You can plant moisture-loving plants near the summer shower - they will decorate the area and provide natural drainage.
Once the location and material have been determined, the construction of the structure can begin. To do this, study 5 simple options How to make a summer shower yourself.
Homemade shower cabin made of wood
Before you build a summer shower in your country house, you need to prepare everything necessary materials and tools for work. To create an outdoor shower structure, you will need the following materials:
- timber;
- self-tapping screws;
- rubber hose;
- shower kit, which includes a bracket, curved pipe, adapter, mixer and nozzle.
Stages of assembling a wooden garden summer shower:
- A shower pit with a depth of 40 cm and dimensions of 1 × 1 m is dug, a layer of crushed stone is poured onto the bottom of the pit, it will facilitate the rapid absorption of soapy water by the soil. After this, you need to lay cinder blocks in the corners. They must be leveled.
- After this we begin to make the frame. To do this, you will need boards 15cm wide and 30mm thick. A base measuring 1 × 1 m is made from them, 4 beams with a cross section of 70 × 100 mm are attached to it. Using lateral and two transverse jumpers inserted into the grooves, the frame is ligated. They also serve as reinforcements for the roof, where a hundred-liter tank will be installed.
- Frame covering. To do this, you can use clapboard, blockhouse or false beams. The gaps between the grooves should be about 2-3 millimeters. This is necessary so that when wet the timber can easily expand. We used a material that imitates logs to cover the shower.
- Finishing. Before painting, you need to prime the wood. A bioprotective antifungal impregnation is suitable for this; after it dries, the surface is painted with façade acrylic water-borne varnish in 3 layers.
- Then you need to hang a tank, the minimum volume of which is one hundred liters, a curtain, install shelves and attach hooks.
For self-creation A similar shower at the dacha will take 1-2 days. But a do-it-yourself shower cabin at the dacha will delight you throughout the entire summer season.
Country shower made of polycarbonate
When many people think of polycarbonate, a greenhouse comes to mind. Most people immediately wonder how to use such a shower, which is also transparent. But for shower stalls there is a special material that hides everything.
An outdoor shower made of polycarbonate on a metal profile is more durable than a wooden one and is not more difficult to assemble. To do this, you will need a profile pipe with a cross section of 40x20 mm with a wall thickness of 2 mm and a steel angle of 50x50 mm. The number of profiles is determined based on the dimensions of the shower: length and width - 1 meter, height - 2.1 meters.
The dimensions of the cabin are not important since its length and width depend on the dimensions of the tank. The posts must be 10 cm larger than the height of the frame; this is necessary for concreting.
For convenience, it is better to assemble the sidewalls on a flat concrete or asphalt area, using welder magnets to fix the profiles.
Step-by-step instructions on how to make a shower out of profile pipe and polycarbonate looks like this:
- Two racks and two crossbars are laid in pairs on the site, after which they are welded overlapping.
- After installing the side frames vertically, two transverse profiles are attached to them by welding, the corners are checked and the joints are fixed with a working seam.
- As soon as the concrete screed has been poured under the booth, the finished frame is placed on it so that the legs of the racks are immersed in the concrete. The installation is checked for verticality (if necessary, the depth of immersion in the screed of the racks is adjusted).
- All that remains is to weld the door frame and attach the hinges to it. The final touch there will be cutting cellular polycarbonate and its fastening with self-tapping screws to the frame itself. Can be used to collect water steel pallet or at the time of concreting, make a special channel for drainage.
- For the reservoir, it is recommended to use plastic flat tanks. They are easier to install and act as a roof, completely covering the cabin.
An outdoor polycarbonate shower can look very attractive thanks to color scheme. Of course, such a design should not be put at the forefront. But for the owners themselves and their guests it will be very pleasant to use such a shower. In addition, polycarbonate does not require any special care.
Shower for a cottage made of brick
Creating a brick structure requires the construction of a foundation. To do this, you will need to dig a trench 400 mm deep and 200 mm wide along the perimeter of the future structure. The trench is filled with broken bricks and filled liquid concrete, so that it leaks between him. After a week has passed after the concrete has hardened, begin laying the brick on the cement mortar.
Don't forget about installation door frame. The door itself can be made of wood, or a frame can be welded from a profile and a sheet of corrugated sheets sewn into it. When you lay the last layer of brick, install transverse wooden blocks, preferably the thickness of a brick, into the masonry. The tank will be attached to them and the roof will be laid.
The roof will require rigid material. Corrugated sheeting or slate are well suited for this role. After roofing material Fixed in it, a hole is drilled in the middle of the roof. The tank is installed on the roof so that the supply tube passes into the hole. A tap and watering can are screwed onto the tube.
The optimal tank volume for such a shower is 200 liters. You can buy a plastic or galvanized tank in the store or make it yourself from stainless steel. Any container that has a neck for filling water can be used as a tank.
To create a heated brick shower, you need to install a 2 kW heating element into a metal tank. The reconciliation container must be painted black. This color attracts the sun's rays more strongly, which allows the water to heat up faster. If you additionally install a wood-burning titanium in the cabin, then in addition to heating the water, you can also heat the cabin itself. In this case, you will need to install another cold water tank.
There are two methods for creating the floor and drainage of a country shower:
- dig a hole equal to the area of the cabin and 300 mm deep, fill it with crushed stone on top of which install a wooden lattice pallet. This type of drainage works well with small amounts of water;
- if you plan to build a heated shower for the dacha, which will be used a large number of people, then it is necessary to drain. To do this you need to lay 50 mm sewer pipe from the dug hole to drainage well. Fill the hole with crushed stone and fill it with concrete so that the drain is flush with the floor. Place a wooden pallet on top of the concrete.
A do-it-yourself summer shower for a cottage made of brick is built not for one season, but for many years, so it can be equipped with heating.
Summer shower made of corrugated sheets
A successful solution can be considered the construction of a country shower from corrugated sheets. This material is lightweight, strong and durable. For cladding with this material, both wooden and metal carcass, but there must be additional crossbars on it.
Additional emphasis will not hurt due to the fact that this material is quite soft. For a metal profile, the frame is built similarly to the above options.
It is recommended to weld the door frame from metal profile. The metal profile is fastened using galvanized self-tapping screws with a sealing washer through one wave. First, the corrugated sheets are attached to the side walls, then attached to the door.
If it becomes necessary to cut the material, use scissors or a special disc with teeth for an angle grinder; this is done so that the special tool does not burn out during cutting. polymer coating corrugated sheets
The frame of this shower is made of metal pipes. The wall cladding is made of brown corrugated sheets. The roof is also made of corrugated sheets. The opening between the roof and the wall allows light to enter the shower room.
A simple option for building a summer shower
Often many people think about how to build a summer shower with their own hands using a minimum of funds. This shower will be able to provide for a minimum of people and will allow maximum savings.
Most simple design the shower is installed near the blank wall of the main building. A water container with an attached shower head is also attached to this wall. The floor of such a shower is a wooden pallet or a concreted area for convenience, which is covered with a rubber mat. For walls, use a cellophane curtain or tarpaulin wrapped around a wooden frame.
You can use any available means as shelves for shampoos and soaps. For this purpose you can even use plastic bottle cut in half and nailed to the wall. Bottom part The bottle can serve as a stand for shampoo, and the top one for soap or washcloths, which will allow water to flow freely and not stagnate.
From an aesthetic point of view, such a structure is noticeably inferior in contrast to a capital one, but nevertheless has the right to exist.
5 ideas for organizing a shower in the country
A fairly inexpensive and fairly simple country shower is a frame made of wooden blocks covered with planed boards.
If you have a grinder and a welding machine at your disposal, you can make an outdoor shower yourself from a metal profile and cover its walls with tarpaulin. In the absence of a welding machine, the frame can be assembled using threaded connections, strengthening the corners with steel gusset plates. The sides can also be closed using a film screen placed on rings and a cord.
There is no need to build a shower frame if you attach it to the wall of your home. To do this, you will need to line it with waterproof material and bring a mixer with a hose to the surface. By filling the floor with large pebbles and performing simple drainage, you will get a quite cozy and bright corner for taking water procedures. If you don't like it open option wall shower, can be placed next to light wall screen.
Considering further the options for a summer shower, it is worth noting that it can be made not only from purchased, but also from inexpensive scrap materials. Look at the photo below. The frame of this structure is made of wooden blocks. The fence is woven from willow vine, which can be found near summer cottages.
The shower can also be made from a corrugated metal sheet bent in a semicircle. For this option, you do not need to install a tank for heating water. You just need to connect to the water supply.
Now you know enough how to make a country shower yourself. If you are full of confidence in the need for a country shower, then go for it. Most the best option obtained after preliminary calculations. And after finishing this work, you can return to everyday dacha chores, in which case you have a place where you can freshen up.
Owners summer cottages They are trying to supply water to the house and provide basic amenities. You can build a summer shower at your dacha with your own hands, either temporary or permanent - the type of future structure is selected depending on individual needs.
Before you build a shower in your dacha with your own hands, you need to competently carry out the design, determine the location of the future structure, and select materials. The room should be uncrowded, as comfortable and convenient for use as possible.
Selecting a location
In order to ensure rapid drainage of water, it is optimal to install the shower on a flat or slightly elevated area. You should not choose a site located in a deep depression or in a hole.
To avoid water stagnation, choose the right place to build a summer shower
The optimal location for a country shower would be an open area, well lit by the sun, located at some distance from other buildings. In this case, the barrel will naturally heat up under the sun, providing warm water. This condition can be neglected only if it is planned to build a shower stall with heated water.
At the same time, the site where construction will be carried out should not be too far from the house - after water procedures, it is advisable to get from the shower to a warm room as quickly as possible.
Size calculation
When building a country shower, the following parameters are used as standard:
- height - 200–300 cm;
- length - 190 cm;
- width - 140 cm.
An example of drawing up a drawing of a summer shower
The indicated dimensions are very convenient because, taking into account the thickness of the walls, the building will ultimately have an area of 200x150 cm - this is a completely waste-free option when using boards of standard sizes. As a result, 100x100 cm will be allocated for the shower stall, and 600x400 cm for the changing room.
Required tools and materials
You will need the following tools:
- roulette;
- corner;
- level;
- hammer.
In addition, you need to stock up on nails and a ball of twine. Separately, you need to purchase a tank, as well as pipes, a couple of taps and a shower divider. Suitable building materials for building a cabin are brick, iron or plastic sheets, wooden boards, and pipes for building a frame.
Tools needed to build a shower in the country
For the foundation pouring and construction of brickwork, a certain amount of cement, sand and concrete will be required, and for the final finishing - insulation materials, paint, plaster, hooks for clothes, shelves for bathroom accessories and other accessories.
Options for shower designs for a summer residence
The simplest option for a summer residence is compact portable shower, which is suitable for one-time water procedures, has a standard volume of 20 liters and is designed to supply water for 10 minutes. The operating principle boils down to filling the reservoir with water and then heating it in the sun, after which the portable shower is mounted to a height of 2 meters and is ready for use.
Portable shower
An open shower also has a simple design, the installation process of which boils down to the following steps:
- attaching a branch water pipe to the wall;
- connecting a pipe and a watering can using a hose;
- fixing the watering can holder;
- installing a screen.
A common option for a summer cottage is the so-called change house with a shower, the design of which involves the presence of a solid modular container or a frame-collapsible block.
Options for a stationary summer shower for a summer residence
Installation of this structure is quite simple - the territory is marked, the top ball of soil is removed and leveled, a cushion of sand and gravel is created, on top of which boards are laid. A block assembled on site or a ready-made structure is installed on the soil prepared in this way.
Of course, the most durable shower will be a stationary shower, but its construction will require more effort and time.
Preparing the base
It is much easier to erect a frame structure than capital construction- depending on the type of structure chosen, the stages of site preparation for construction will differ.
For a temporary structure, it is enough to simply remove 10-15 cm of the top layer of soil from the site to level it, and then fill it with sand.
For a country shower, you will need to lay a foundation, the depth of which is determined by the materials used for its construction. For example, for a brick shower, a foundation with a depth of up to 30 cm will be sufficient.
Foundation for the construction of a capital summer shower
The foundation is laid in the following sequence:
- pegs are driven into the outer corners of the future shower;
- a cord is stretched around the perimeter;
- a place for pipes is prepared (a log or branch wrapped in roofing material is laid);
- concrete solution is poured.
Advice! The formwork equipment will allow you to extend the period of operation of the shower - it is recommended to increase the level of the entire foundation by 10 cm, raising it above the ground using boards reinforced with stakes and spacers.
Drain pit equipment
The pit volume is usually more than 2 cubic meters. m, while its walls must be strengthened in order to avoid possible scree. The drain is located a few meters from the shower, but not under the building itself or near its walls - this will lead to the destruction of the foundation in the future, as well as the appearance of unwanted odors.
Example of equipment for a drainage pit for a summer shower
The drain must be laid with a waterproof layer - roofing material, hydroglass insulation, PVC film or concrete screed(reinforced with metal mesh).
Attention! A common mistake is to use clay as an insulating material, which erodes and soon clogs the drainage ditch.
Installation of a frame for a temporary shower stall
If for a capital structure it is fulfilled brickwork, then for a temporary one a frame is usually installed: metal or wood. In the latter case, the wood should be treated with special impregnations that will protect it from insects and moisture, preventing the formation of fungus and mold.
Wooden frame for summer shower
- Markings are made - a rectangle is marked directly on the ground, the sides of which correspond to the dimensions of the future country shower.
- Wooden beams are installed, the width of which reaches up to 10 cm.
- Bandaging is carried out - starting from the top, the structure is securely fastened with bolts, after which the beams that form the basis of the shower walls are connected.
- Walls are installed, for the construction of which you can use either boards, slate or plastic panels.
- The pipes are being laid out - the water supply is installed so that the pipe outlet under the shower hose is higher than the level of the head (this will provide the necessary pressure for water movement). The drainage is discharged into a sump tank or into a specially equipped septic tank.
- The tank is installed - a threaded outlet is made, a tap with the appropriate nozzle is installed, after which the barrel is lifted up and secured.
A plastic container, which can be purchased at a specialized store, or another barrel available on the farm, is suitable as a tank for a country shower. It is desirable that it be flat and proportionate to the area of the building so that the weight is evenly distributed over load-bearing structure. Its volume is selected at the rate of 40 liters per family member, but the barrel should not be too heavy - its maximum volume is no more than 200 liters!
Solar water heating tank
Advice! So that the owner of the dacha does not have to carry water to the tank himself every time, it is possible to equip it with automatic filling.
Lighting and ventilation of a country shower
When doing the wiring yourself, it is important to follow all electrical installation rules and adhere to safety precautions. Separately, due to high humidity, care should be taken to insulate the wiring.
Window for summer shower ventilation
Interior shower decoration should be made of moisture-resistant materials: plastic panels, pieces of linoleum, oilcloth, etc. If wood is used, then each individual board is covered with hot drying oil.
The concrete floor is usually covered with gratings made of plastic or wood, and rubber mats are laid on top. It is quite convenient to equip a small changing room directly in the shower. To prevent water from getting into it, the floors in it are slightly raised by a couple of centimeters - this can be easily achieved by additionally installing a tray.
Internal structure of a summer shower
Concerning exterior finishing, then similar materials that have already been used to decorate a country house and other buildings on the site will look harmonious.
To use the shower not only in summer, but also in colder seasons, it is recommended to insulate it with polystyrene foam, which is placed in the interior space and covered with PVC film on top. The walls are usually painted or plastered, covered with clapboard or siding.
How to build a summer shower in the country: video
Types of summer shower: photo
Install a garden shower personal plot recommended in the following cases:
- The country house does not have utility networks. The lack of running water significantly complicates the installation of a stationary shower indoors;
- The garden house is used only for short-term recreation in the summer. If you build a shower stall in such a room, then problems arise. big problems in preparation for her negative temperatures. It is necessary to completely remove water from the system, prevent freezing of pipelines, etc.;
- in order to save energy. Water for a garden shower can only be heated from sun rays. If you want to expand the functionality of the shower stall, you can also connect electric heating, but use it only in unfavorable weather;
- financial resources do not allow the construction of expensive capital bathrooms.
The presence of a garden shower significantly increases the comfort of relaxation in a country plot; you can wash yourself in it after working in the beds, etc. It is impossible to list everything in one article possible options When arranging a garden shower, each owner can make changes depending on preferences, skills, characteristics of the site’s topography and financial capabilities.
To make it easier for inexperienced builders to choose the best option for a garden shower, we present a table of the most commonly used designs with brief description their characteristics.
| Name of structural element | Technical description |
|---|---|
| Frame | Can be made from wooden blocks or rolled metal. The dimensions of the bars are approximately 50x50 mm; slats measuring at least 20x30 mm are used to make side stops. It is better to make a metal frame from square or rectangular profile size of at least 20×20 mm. |
| External surface cladding | All types of lining are suitable, including natural ones. Widely used profiled metal sheets, cellular or monolithic polycarbonate. The cheapest options are plastic film or thick fabric. |
| Water drainage | Some options may have special septic tanks, and most do not require storage tanks. Several tens of liters of water are quite successfully absorbed into the soil, especially if its composition is sandy or sandy loam. |
| Water tanks | Both metal and plastic containers are used. The best option– buy shower containers in specialized stores. The minimum container volume is 100 liters, external surfaces must be painted black. |
| Water heating | Sunlight or combined with the use of electric heating elements. Specific choice it is recommended to do so taking into account climate zone accommodation and shower time. |
Garden shower
The construction of a shower consists of several stages; compliance with them allows you to avoid many troubles.
Stages of constructing a garden shower
The conditions listed below for placing a garden shower will increase the comfort of its use, reduce the amount of construction work and increase the time of use. These conditions are considered universal and must be taken into account when constructing any construction option.
- Location. The shower should be located in a well-lit area garden plot, very desirable on a hill. If the ground is sandy or sandy loam, then this arrangement will allow you to do without a septic tank or storage tank dirty water.
- The distance between the shower and the residential building should be minimal. It may be adjacent to outbuildings, garage, etc. The main thing is that after water procedures there is a place for shelter, which will eliminate the possibility of hypothermia in unfavorable weather.
- Methods for filling a container under water. In all cases, the distance from water sources to the shower stall should be small.
After the issues with the location of the structure have been resolved, you should decide on the size and type of structure, and materials of manufacture. As we mentioned above, the choice is huge and depends only on the owner of the site.
Instead of building a frame, you can place the shower head on one of the walls of existing buildings, having previously taken special measures to protect it from moisture. There are options for placing the shower rail on open space(vertical support, tree branch, etc.).
An original solution - the water tank is installed on the ground, and the supply is ensured using a special device, the so-called “treadmill”. It looks like a rubber mat with built-in water supply pumps. You need to press on them one by one with your feet, water is sucked out of the container and supplied under pressure to the shower head. At the same time physical exercise, and shower. An excellent option, you can install it anywhere in your summer cottage. To set up such a garden shower you do not need any construction skills, materials or time.
In this article we will dwell in detail on two more complex, but also more comfortable options. To build these structures you need construction material and a little time and experience. The frame materials are wood or profiled steel. The standard dimensions of the structure are 100x100 cm around the perimeter and 220 cm in height. You shouldn't reduce it, it will be inconvenient to wash. If you want to make a separate place in the shower for changing clothes and storing bath accessories, you can increase the perimeter of the structure.
Step-by-step instructions for building a shower with a wooden frame
Step 1. Make the markings concrete slab grounds. To simplify water drainage, it is recommended to leave a recess in the middle of the shower for natural moisture absorption. The fertile layer should first be removed from the ground, a sand cushion 10–15 cm thick should be poured, compacted and leveled.
Step 2. Prepare the formwork. You need to make two square boxes. One with a square side of approximately 100×100 cm, the second inner one with a square side of approximately 60×60 cm. The height of the formwork is at least 10 cm; for manufacturing, use boards approximately 20 mm thick and 10–15 cm high. If you are afraid that the boards will bend under load concrete, then reinforce the formwork around the perimeter with wooden or metal pegs. Check the corners with a square; the formwork can be assembled using ordinary nails.
Step 3. Place the formwork on the prepared site and check its position. The small box should be located exactly in the center of the large one.
Step 4. Prepare the concrete for pouring. For manufacturing you will need cement, sand and gravel in a ratio of 1:2:3. Accuracy of proportions of great importance does not have, the strength is quite enough for small loads. Fill the formwork with concrete and use a level lath to level the top surface horizontally. Allow approximately 10 days for the solution to set.
Step 5. Dismantle the formwork and begin making the frame. It will require bars measuring 50x50 mm or more; the amount of material can be easily calculated. It is necessary to add the length of four to the sum of two perimeters vertical racks.
Step 6. Make a base for the vertical posts. You can connect the bars in half a tree; a jumper should be made in the middle of the base, it will serve as an additional support for wooden lattice soul. Make sure that all corners are right; you can connect the bars with nails or self-tapping screws. The base bars (frames) should lie approximately in the middle of the concrete slab; the specific dimensions do not matter.
Important. Be sure to soak the base several times with an effective antiseptic. There is no need to install waterproofing between the frame and the concrete; it will only cause harm. The fact is that water gets on top of the insulation and cannot be absorbed into the concrete. Consequently, wooden structures contact with water for a long time.
Step 7 Saw off the vertical posts to size, you need 4 of them. It is better to cut with a hand-held electric saw; if you don’t have one, you can use an ordinary hacksaw.
Step 8 Begin installing the vertical posts. For fixation, it is better to use galvanized metal corners. They greatly simplify and facilitate the work and guarantee proper stability of the structure. It is impossible to install vertical racks yourself; hire an assistant. Temporarily secure the racks with any pieces of boards; later they will be replaced with real stops. Constantly check the verticality of the racks, use a level.
Step 9. Make a second square from the bars, the dimensions are identical to the first, a water tank will be installed on it. If the container has a large volume, then you will have to install several additional jumpers; the distance between them depends on the size of the container.
Step 10 Using corners, secure the top square to the vertical posts. Check all frame elements with a level and correct errors if necessary. You can place wooden wedges at the joints; this will not affect the strength and stability of the structure.
Step 11 One by one, remove the temporary spacers and install the permanent ones. Use the same bars as for making the frame. The length of the spacers should be equal to the distance between the vertical posts; saw the ends at an angle of 90°. For fixation, use the same galvanized metal corners. Spacers are the most critical component of the frame; take all measures to ensure maximum strength.
Step 12 The frame is ready - start covering the side surfaces. Any material can be used for cladding. You can make doors to enter or use a retractable curtain. If the cladding is solid, then windows should be provided under the ceiling. Leave ordinary holes; you can cover them with glass or film. Sheathing sections on external corners It is recommended to seal it with smooth edged boards.
Step 13 Place a container of water on the roof of the frame.
Practical advice. If you plan to take a shower in rainy weather, then the roof should be covered with a piece of metal profile, and a hole should be made under the outlet of the shower head.
Step 14 Color wooden surfaces durable paint for exterior use.
You can install electric heating elements in the tank to heat water, but you must certainly follow the rules of the Electrical Regulations.
Step-by-step instructions for building a shower with a metal frame
To make the frame you will need a metal profile pipe, an angle grinder, a welding machine, a tape measure and a level.
After manufacturing, it is recommended to protect metal surfaces from corrosion processes with paint for exterior use. The amount of metal is determined based on the dimensions of the frame, as we described above. It is better to use a purchased water container; the length and width of the structure are adjusted according to its size.
Step 1. Draw a sketch of the frame indicating the length of each element. Take your time, carefully consider ways to strengthen the vertical posts. To strengthen loaded units, you can use pieces of rolled sheet metal with a thickness of at least 1 mm. Prepare squares or triangles with a side of 10–15 cm from it. Make sure that the angle is right and the cuts are even.
Step 2. Cut the blanks with a grinder. It is necessary to cut in compliance with all safety regulations; the grinder is a very dangerous tool. If you have many identical parts, it is recommended that you first accurately measure and cut one, and then use it as a template. This increases the accuracy of the elements.
Important. Make sure that the cutting disc rotates in the desired direction. At correct installation sparks should fly towards the master, but some people find it inconvenient to work this way and change the direction of rotation. This is very dangerous; while biting, the grinder is thrown onto the worker, which can cause serious injuries. It is impossible to hold the tool with your hands; the ejection force is too great.
Step 3. Start welding the frame. In order for the weld to be strong, maintain the welding conditions. The electrode thickness and current indicators depend on the profile parameters. For the frame, it is enough that the pipes have a wall thickness of 1–2 mm; such rolled products have the required physical strength and will fully withstand the load of a water tank. For welding, we recommend using a Ø 2 mm electrode; make sure that the slag is evenly blown off the surface of the molten metal and the seam is continuous.
How to weld a structure correctly?
- Prepare a smooth workplace, the dimensions should be such that the largest elements can fit freely.
- Place the two parts to be welded on the workbench and check their position under the square. As we already mentioned, the angle should be right and the parts should lie in the same plane.
- Tack the parts on one side, the length of the tack is no more than a centimeter, give the metal time to cool. During cooling, the unit will move to the side and the correct position will be disrupted.
- Using a hammer, trim the corners and turn the pieces over to the wrong side. Check the dimensions and spatial position again.
- Carefully weld the parts on the other side, now you can make a seam along the entire length.
- Turn the assembly over again and make a full tack weld. Weld metal pipes on all sides at the same time.
- Remove slag from the surface of the weld and check the quality of the weld. If there are large shells, then re-suture.
- Use a grinder to remove sharp metal stains.
Thus, you can independently prepare two side planes of the frame; all that remains is to connect them into single design. It is very difficult to do this alone; it is better to call an assistant. One will hold the elements, and the second will weld them. You need to constantly check the corners, don't rush. Practice shows that reworking an incorrectly welded frame always takes much more time than carefully checking the dimensions and spatial position during the preparation of structural elements.
It is better to make vertical posts and a platform for the tank from a rectangular or square pipe, with the same dimensions as the round ones, they have significantly better characteristics of physical strength in bending and compression. As jumpers, in addition to sheets at the corners, you can use any wire rod, square or reinforcement. There are pieces of profile pipe of sufficient length left - use them.
Step 4. At the bottom, weld a platform for the sheathing boards. The dimensions do not matter, it is intended only for emphasis. The grille can be made non-separable or assembled from individual elements. For manufacturing, take smooth lumber; the thickness of the boards or slats should support the weight of the washable ones. If you have thin materials, then make several jumpers for them.
Step 5. Install the frame over the shower location. This can be a concrete platform or ordinary temporary stone stops. The second option is preferable for several reasons. Firstly, there is no need to deal with earthen and concrete works. Secondly, at any time, if necessary, the shower can be moved to another place.
Metal frame - old lattice, wound with wire
If you weld legs with support platforms made of sheet steel at the bottom of the vertical posts. The dimensions of the platforms are approximately 20x20 cm, this is enough to guarantee the stability of the structure. Such a platform makes the shower more mobile when moving; for installation you only need to slightly level the ground under the supporting platforms; this work takes a few minutes.
Practical advice. Many people are concerned about water drainage. If your cabin is located next to the entrance of the house, and there are sidewalk paths everywhere on your personal plot, then it is recommended to make a dirty water storage tank. If the shower is located at the back of the buildings, then you don’t have to waste time and effort on building outlets. For hygiene procedures, 10–15 liters of water is enough for one person; such a small amount will be absorbed into the ground without any problems. For complete peace of mind, you can dig a hole under the shower for 2-3 car tires, water will accumulate in it. After moving the frame, the tires are removed and the hole is filled with earth.
Step 6. Align the cabin, make sure that the racks are strictly vertical and the platform for the container is horizontal.
Step 7 Clean the surface metal structure from rust, oil stains and dirt, check the stability of the frame with your hands. Everything is normal - you can start painting. Choose the color of the paint as desired, the main thing is that it is suitable for painting metal surfaces and for outdoor use. Don’t be too lazy to do the painting very well, use brushes, carefully rub the paint into the frame. If one layer is not enough for uniform coverage, you will have to repeat.
Metal frame coated with primer
Step 8 Place a container under water on the top platform and attach a shower head. If desired, you can make an additional outlet for collecting warm water for various household purposes.
Water supply through a tee with taps on taps
If there are no doors in the cabin, and only a plastic curtain is hung, then the wind can blow it inside the cabin. This creates some inconvenience when taking a shower. There are several ways to correct the situation:
- Attach to the curtain in several places of attachment. Two approximately in the middle of the height is enough.
- Hang any “hangings” next to the plastic curtain. The main selection criterion is weight. The heavier they are, the better they will hold the curtain.
If you want to increase the comfort of taking a shower, then it is better to attach a door. For its manufacture, you can use both lumber and rolled metal. The design of the doors is elementary; they are hung on vertical side supports.
When making the frame, think about this point; little material and time will be required, but the convenience of using the shower will increase significantly. The compartment also needs to be equipped with wooden gratings for the feet.
Silicone mat to prevent feet from slipping on wet boards
If children will use the shower, be sure to install a shower head with a flexible hose for them. Place the water supply switch tap at such a height that children can reach it without any problems.
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