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The Bathroom Specialists Glossary

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Aerator

Device installed at the end of the faucet that mixes air and water to reduce water consumption and improve water flow.

Limescale remover

Surface treatment applied to shower enclosures or faucets to reduce limescale buildup and make cleaning easier.

Faucet aerator

Device installed at the end of the faucet that mixes air and water to reduce water consumption and improve water flow.

Bathroom accessories

Accessories such as towel holders, toilet paper holders, and dispensers.

Water connection

Connection point between the plumbing system and the faucet or sanitary fixture.

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Bidet

Sanitary fixture used for personal hygiene, generally installed next to the toilet. It can be wall-mounted or floor-standing.

Shower enclosure

Structure made of glass and metal profiles that defines the shower area, preventing water from escaping.

Dispensing mouthpiece

End part of the faucet from which the water flows out.

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Cartridge

Internal component of the mixer that regulates the temperature and flow of the water.

Bathroom column

Tall and narrow cabinet used to store towels, cleaning products, and bathroom accessories.

Thermostatic valve

System that allows you to maintain a constant water temperature in the shower or in the faucet.

Glazed ceramic

Ceramic coated with a layer of enamel that makes the surface smooth, durable, and easy to clean.

Shower channel

Linear drainage system installed in the shower floor that collects and channels water towards the drain.

Shower column

System consisting of a showerhead, hand shower, and mixer to control the water flow in the shower.

Sanitary ceramics

Material used for sanitaryware and sinks thanks to its durability, hygiene, and ease of cleaning.

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Walk-in shower

Open shower without a door, usually consisting of a single glass wall

Thermostatic shower

Shower equipped with a thermostatic mixer that keeps the water temperature stable.

Hand shower

Accessory connected to the hose that allows you to manually direct the water jet.

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F

Wall-mounted wire

Type of sanitary fixture installation where the fixture fits perfectly against the wall, hiding the pipes.

Chrome finish

Glossy surface coating widely used in bathroom faucets.

Brushed finish

Metal surface treatment that creates a satin and less shiny effect.

Matte black finish

Modern finish used in faucets and bathroom accessories with a matte black surface.

Gold finish

Aesthetic treatment of the faucets that gives a golden and refined appearance.

Wall mounting

Installation system that involves mounting the element directly on the wall.

Flexible shower hose

Flexible hose that connects the hand shower to the mixer.

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Drip tray

Profile or system that prevents water droplets from escaping the shower enclosure.

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The

Suspended installation

Mounting system for wall-hung sanitary fixtures with a structure hidden inside the wall.

Recessed installation
Installation where part of the system or faucet is hidden inside the wall.

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Sink

Sanitary fixture used for washing hands and face. It can be countertop, wall-mounted, recessed, or integrated into the furniture.

Wall-mounted sink

Sink installed directly on the wall without a support cabinet.

Laundry sink

Sink used for hand-washing clothes or items, often installed in laundry rooms.

Countertop sink

Sink installed above the bathroom cabinet countertop.

Built-in sink

Sink integrated into the countertop of the cabinet.

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Mixer

Faucet that allows you to control hot and cold water with a single lever.

Single-lever mixer

Faucet with a single handle to control water temperature and flow.

Wall-mounted bathroom cabinet

Wall-mounted cabinet installed without floor support.

Under-sink cabinet

Cabinet designed to be installed under the sink.

Floor-standing bathroom cabinet

Bathroom cabinet installed directly on the floor.

Mobile laundry

Cabinet designed to hold a washing machine, laundry tub, or laundry accessories.

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Piletta

Drain system installed in the sink or in the bidet.

Click clack drain stopper

Drain that opens and closes by pressing the stopper.

Shower tray

Base on which the shower enclosure is placed and where the water is collected.

Flush-to-floor shower tray

Shower tray installed flush with the floor.

Universal drain cover

Drain cover compatible with various types of sinks or bidets.

Shower enclosure profiles

Metal structures that support the glass of the shower enclosure.

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R

Bathroom radiator

Heating element installed in the bathroom.

Flow reducer

Device that limits the amount of water dispensed to reduce consumption.

Rimless

Rimless toilet technology that improves hygiene and cleanliness.

Faucets

Set of faucets installed in the bathroom.

Two-handle faucet

Faucet with two separate handles for hot and cold water.

Tall bathroom sink faucet
Low basin faucet

Faucet designed for undermount sinks or integrated into the cabinet.

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Sanitaryware

Basic bathroom elements such as toilet, bidet, and sink.

Wall-hung sanitaryware

Wall-mounted sanitary fixtures with concealed drainage.

Toilet Drain

System that allows the removal of water and waste from the toilet.

Siphon

Curved pipe that prevents bad odors from rising up through the pipes.

Bathroom mirror

Mirror equipped with a container or lighting.

Towel Warmer

Radiator used to heat the bathroom and dry towels.

Floor drain

Toilet drainage system connected directly to the floor.

Soft-close toilet seat

Toilet Seat with soft-close feature that prevents sudden closing.

Thermoset toilet seat

Toilet seat made of durable and rigid plastic material.

Wall drain

Toilet drainage system WC connected to the wall.

Universal toilet seat

Seat compatible with various toilet models.

Showerhead

Element from which water flows in the shower, generally installed above the head.

Rain shower head

Showerhead that delivers water with a wide and even spray similar to rain.

LED bathroom mirror

Mirror equipped with integrated LED lighting.

Backlit mirror

Mirror with light positioned behind the surface to create a diffused luminous effect.

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Heated towel rail

Radiator also designed as a design element.

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Electric towel warmer

Radiator that operates using electric power.

Water heated towel rail

Radiator connected to the home heating system.

Mixed heated towel rail

The mixed towel radiator combines both technologies: it works with the heating system but can also be used in electric mode.

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Bathtub

Sanitary element used for immersive bathing.

Whirlpool bathtub

Bathtub equipped with water and air jets for massage.

Corner bathtub

Bathtub designed to be installed in a corner of the bathroom.

Freestanding bathtub

Freestanding bathtub positioned in the center of the room.

Tempered glass

Type of impact-resistant glass used in shower enclosures.

Anti-limescale shower glass

Glass treated to reduce limescale buildup.

Built-in bathtub

Bathtub installed inside a structure or enclosure.

Transparent glass

Completely transparent glass used in shower enclosures.

Frosted glass

Frosted glass that limits transparency while allowing light to pass through.

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Compact toilet

Compact toilet suitable for small bathrooms.

Wall-hung toilet

Toilet installed on the floor but flush against the wall.

Monoblock toilet

Toilet with integrated flush tank in the fixture.

Wall-hung toilet

Wall-mounted toilet with concealed wall drainage.

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Sink area

Bathroom area dedicated to the sink and the bathroom cabinet.

Shower area

Bathroom area designated for the shower.

Sanitary zone

Bathroom area where the toilet and bidet are located.