No more rinsing in cold water after your swimming pool session, the solar shower will allow you to enjoy a relaxing break at a lower cost. Our tips for choosing this garden shower.
You are tired of rinsing in the cold water of the watering pipe after your lengths and we understand you! It’s time to install a solar shower Near your swimming pool for a moment of relaxation that will not lead your electricity bill, we promise you.
How does a solar shower work?
As its name suggests, the solar shower has reheated the water it contains in its tank Thanks to the sun’s raysdirect or indirect: it will therefore not consume electricity. You will only have to connect to a water supply such as the watering pipe, to fix the shower directly on the ground or on a quailbotis, and voila!
Depending on the size of the tank, which is generally Between 10 and 35 litersthe water will take between one and two hours to warm up at a temperature that can reach 60 ° C. We will therefore choose if possible a model mixer which will control the desired temperature and avoid any risk of burning, especially with the little ones. You can also opt for a solar shower rinsewhich is very practical when you do not want to wash completely or even with fogger to cool off during scorching days … Treat yourself!
On the style side, there is also something for everyone with Solar showers Aluminum, PVC, black or colorful, wood or design look: you can really adapt to the style of your exterior.
For the price, count approximately 100 euros for an entry -level modeland several hundred euros for more qualitative models with larger tanks and different options.
Where to install your solar shower?
Even if it also works with daylight, it is best to install your outdoor shower to one Particularly sunny place In your garden, and, of course, near a water supply. You will also think of a practical and easy to access place at the exit of the pool, if possible a little away from your flowery plantations so as not to attract the wasps.
How to maintain a solar shower?
And because she really has everything good, the solar shower requires a minimum of maintenance. You can if necessary clean it using a sponge and a little soap during the summer season, and that’s it. You will just have to watch out for drain your shower Upon arrival of the first fresh people, to prevent the frost from damaging the tank. Also protect it with a suitable cover to find it as new next spring.
