Portable rain shower for home and garden. Video - Foot shower “Rain”

IN hiking conditions either in country house the presence of a shower is a pressing issue. Often, in order to wash in uncomfortable conditions, you need to find a large container (basin, bucket), then fill it with warm water, and then use a ladle or mug to begin the washing process. This method, although real, creates a lot of problems. Therefore, the best option for a summer house is a do-it-yourself shower, a video about which you can see below.

The peculiarity of this shower is that it is compact, while the water flow is controlled by the foot. Also, the system does not provide for the presence of mechanical elements, which indicates its strength. In addition, even the youngest family members can operate this device without the help of elders, since it is absolutely safe.

Hygiene is just as important on the go as it is at home. Sometimes, in order to wash yourself at the dacha, you need to do a lot of inconvenient manipulations (find a container, heat the water, pour it on yourself, etc.), so you can’t dream of evenly distributing the water. But uncomfortable natural conditions can be made more comfortable thanks to a portable shower trampler.

The trample foot shower is easy to transport, making it convenient to use almost anywhere. It can be placed in a spacious backpack, and the corrugated cable can be easily twisted, thanks to which it folds compactly and does not deform at all. Such a device is best option for hiking and suburban areas, who do not have the special benefits of civilization.

This type of shower is easy to use in the location of a standard country shower and even in a tent, as well as in a cabin or in an open space. The area of operation of this water device is quite wide, since it not only performs its original functions, but can also be used to water flower beds and vegetable gardens in the country. Thanks to the length of the corrugated hose, it is simple and easy to draw water, for example, from a well or borehole, if there are any within the site.

Using a portable shower

A trample shower is also used to wash various objects and surfaces: cars, floor coverings, rugs, asphalt and even windows in the house. It is also convenient to use inside a home where there is no warm water. There will always be a job for this useful plumbing element; it will never gather dust somewhere on the outer shelves of the pantry.

How the device works

To understand the principle of operation of a trample, you first need to understand the features of its structure. The design of the shower consists of several elements:

watering can (nozzle);
rubber mat or pedals;
corrugated hose that does not allow water to pass through;
valves;
water intake corrugated tube.

In principle, the corrugation is replaced with standard tubes, but then you should be prepared for the fact that they will need to be changed frequently, since such products often break at the bends during operation.

Portable shower-treadmill

Preparatory process for carrying out water activities using a shower-treadmill

First, the hose, at the end of which the nozzle is attached, is hung on optimal height so that the watering can is above your head.
Pedals or a mat are placed under your feet.
One end of the tube is immersed in a container filled with hot water. As a container, you can use any solid container that can accommodate large number water: buckets, tank, canisters, large pans etc.
A person presses the mat with his foot, causing the container to start leaking. warm water, entering the hose with a watering can.

The treadmill shower (see the video of its operation below) operates on a similar principle to a foot pump, which is why it has another name - a pneumatic shower.

The specificity of using this sanitary product is that, if desired, you can stop the water flow, while your hands are not busy, and this is very convenient for washing. Therefore, such a device is an excellent imitation of real shower equipment.

Advantages

Basic operation of a shower structure. You just need to insert the tube into a container of water, and then take a couple of steps on the mat to start the system.
Saving. The average price for a structure is approximately 1,500 rubles. Compared to a traditional shower suburban area this will significantly save money and time resources.
Mobility. The system is simply disassembled and assembled, making it easy to transport to any location.
Versatility. As mentioned above, in addition to its main function, a trampoline can be used to water beds and also wash large surfaces.
Compactness. The parameters of the shower lie in its design features, the mechanism consists of a rubberized mat and two tubes.

Water pressure

The shower is a stomp, user reviews confirm this, it absolutely depends on the person. In other words, the formation of a smooth water flow is influenced by the frequency of steps. When the movements stop, the water will stop flowing.

Shower stomp in action

At first, this feature may seem very inconvenient, but as a result, water costs are significantly saved. For full acceptance water procedures, thanks to this mechanism, about 10 liters of water is enough for a person. In particular, this design even makes it possible to do a little aerobics while taking a shower, which contributes to good fitness and significantly improves mood.

Portable shower for the dacha “Toptun-mini”

If there is no connection to the pipeline at the place where the plumbing product is used, then Toptun-mini will come to the rescue. It is almost the same as a standard trampler, but its difference is that the mini models do not have rubber mat. In the standard version there are 2 cylinders on the mat, which must be constantly pressed to pump water, and in the mini version there is an autonomous cylinder made of medresin. However, such products function in the same way as a classic trampoline.

I would like to note that the cost of a mini shower is almost half that of a standard one. For example, a full-fledged model with a mat costs about 45 USD. e., and mini – about 25 cu. e. The economic factor plays a significant role in choosing a model; for these reasons, before purchasing, it is worth deciding whether it makes sense to pay double the price just for the presence of a rubber mat.

Shower stomp in action

Stomper - optimal solution for conditions where there is no running water, as it is an excellent alternative to a stationary shower. And the ease of use, durable design and complete safety of operation make it possible to use it even for children.

How to make a shower stomp with your own hands

This device is very simple, so you can make it yourself. The following items must be purchased:

shower head; foot pump for cars;
a plastic tank with a lid;
rubber hoses;
wooden or rubber stopper;
metal or plastic tube.

Manufacturing stages

The tank is filled with water and heated under the hot rays of the sun.
Two holes are made in the cork various sizes(1 and 2 centimeters).
Tubes are inserted into the holes made in the cork. Through larger hole(2 cm) tube should touch the bottom of the tank.
Rubber hoses are placed over the tubes.
The foot pump that supplies air to the container is mounted in a smaller tube.
A shower head is attached to a large hose.
You can also build a holder for a shower head and other amenities: a wall and a fence.

Area of use of the foot shower

In addition to its main function, the device pumping water from the tank is used:

for watering trees, flower beds and beds;
for washing paths near the house, cars, windows and other objects;
for spraying plants (for example, seedlings).

A do-it-yourself trampoline shower (see assembly photo on the website) is not intended for use in an apartment if it does not have hot water. It is better to leave such work to models (portable shower structure), which can be purchased in a special store.

However, using this device regularly is not always convenient. After all, it cannot be compared with a stationary shower with a tank and a comfortable cubicle, where there is room for bath items and towels. In addition, in bad weather conditions (rain), the water in the container will not heat up to the required temperature, for these reasons it is better to summer shower was equipped with an electric heating element. But as a temporary option, a shower stomp is quite appropriate. It can be assembled with your own hands or purchased assembled in a store that sells goods for fishing, recreation and gardening.

The action of the trampler foot shower is based on a pneumatic pump, which is used for air mattress or a rubber boat. It is also called "frog". Air is taken in from the external environment with the “croaking” of the valve, and blown out into the boat. Only in a trampoline, water is drawn from a container and drained through a shower head.

To start using the shower, just heat the water to “room” temperature. Surely you remember how they danced the “bear dance” in kindergarten:) Stepping from foot to foot along the soft tubes will first force water to be pumped from the container into the pump system, and then into the discharge hose.
Next, choose one of the 7 nozzle spray modes, press the lever and...enjoy bathing! We recommend fixing the sprayer on a hook to make washing as convenient as in a shower stall.
We finished bathing, drained the water, dried it and put it away for storage. The hoses do not jam and bend easily. The sprayer is removed and stored in a separate bag. If necessary, the hoses can be replaced or extended to, for example, pump water from a well. The main thing is that it should be clean and free of debris.

Our store offers to buy a toptun shower in Kharkov and use it for summer cottage, in a city apartment, on a trip, on vacation, on a picnic. When there is no stationary water supply, a trample shower is a real godsend. All that is needed is simple compliance with two conditions: the ability to step on your feet and water in the container. This does not require electricity. The only “but”: the surface on which you place the shower must be flat or covered with a soft cloth.

This device for taking water procedures appeared in our country relatively recently and immediately attracted the attention of users.

What are the advantages of a trample shower over conventional devices?

Characteristics	Brief description
	The total weight of the shower-treadmill does not exceed 2-3 kg, the dimensions, depending on the model, are no more than 30x40 cm. Such linear indicators allow you to constantly transport the device with you and use it at the right time.
	There is no need to build special rooms for a shower-treadmill. The watering can can be held in your hands, hung on a tree, attached to a wall, etc. If necessary, the location of the shower can always be changed. If desired, the shower can be connected to a large barrel of water and used permanently.
	The device can be used not only for water procedures, but also for watering garden beds, washing a car and other household needs.
	The trample shower does not have complex parts, which allows you to significantly increase its service life. In addition, it does not require periodic maintenance or repairs. If there are risks of contamination, then a simple strainer can be installed on the inlet pipe.
	The pump pumps water without electricity; it can be installed in the countryside and connected to a large container of water - the shower time is significantly increased. The stomp shower has proven itself well at picnics by the pond, and you can take it with you on hikes.

Before considering options self-made trampling soul, you should learn the principle of operation of the device, such knowledge will help you choose the most successful option, taking into account your plumbing experience, financial capabilities and desired technical characteristics.

The treadmill shower consists of the following elements.

Before you start making your own shower-treadmill, you need to find out the technical characteristics of factory devices and what they depend on. This knowledge will make it possible to plan what indicators can be adjusted during production, how to do this and to what positive or negative consequences they will bring it.

Technical characteristics of the shower-treadmill

Maximum water suction depth

It depends on the elasticity of the housing; the stiffer the housing material, the greater the vacuum it can create during an increase in the internal volume. But the suction depth cannot be significantly increased. Why? The fact is that when you press the pump housing, you will have to overcome not only the pressure to supply water to a certain height, but also the resistance of the housing.

Let's consider the features of the pump. For example, a person weighs 70 kg. If the housing creates a vacuum of adequate 15 kN to suck in water, then to create water pressure it will be possible to apply a force of no more than 55 kN (70 kN - 15 kN). This means that the greater the suction depth, the lower the lift height with the same pressing force on the pump. For example, we took the weight of an adult.

What if a child uses the trampoline shower? Due to this inverse relationship between suction and pressure parameters, the designers found an acceptable middle option. The factory device can raise water no more than 50 cm, and the supply pressure depends on the effort applied. Such parameters allow people with low weight to use the trampoline shower; the washing process does not require much physical effort.

Maximum water supply height

The greater the compression force on the pump housing, the higher the water pressure is created. Indicators are limited only by a person’s weight. And of course, the physical strength of the case material.

Performance

Depends on two parameters: the internal volume of the pump and the frequency of pressure. The first parameter is set by the manufacturer; average values are selected. If the pump has a very large volume, then to press the chamber a person does not need to “tread water”, but raise his legs high. This is inconvenient; the designers did not take this route to increase water supply productivity.

The average parameters of the pump are selected in such a way that the volume of water squeezed out from one pump is continuous until the second pump is turned on. But this does not mean that the frequency of pressure can be increased indefinitely. The fact is that the process of filling the pump takes time; you can press on the pump body only after its entire volume is filled with water. Overall dimensions also depend on performance.

Factory models are made of durable rubber, the intake and exhaust valves are installed on special rigid elements. Find tires in the store that suit your needs. physical characteristics almost impossible. In addition to strength, it needs to be hermetically fixed to the sidewalls, the length and diameter must be coordinated, and stability and durability must be ensured. In connection with such problems, we offer other options for making a shower-treadmill yourself.

Having this knowledge, you can start making your own shower-treadmill. We will consider two device options, both have their advantages and disadvantages.

Pneumatic shower-treadmill

In terms of its operating principle, it bears little resemblance to the factory version, but in terms of comfort it is not only in no way inferior to it, but also superior in many respects. The device we offer pumps not water, but air, although the operating principle of the pumps is the same.

What are the main differences?

If the usual shower-treadmill takes water from the tank and supplies it to the watering can, then in a sealed container with water using a foot pump it is created overpressure, which pushes water into the shower head.
The pump does not pump water, but air.
Water pressure can fluctuate within significant limits.

Step-by-step manufacturing instructions

We only give schematic diagram manufacturing, everyone can make minor changes to it, taking into account the available materials. The water from the shower will flow under pressure, the air will be pumped car pump or frog pumps for inflating rubber boats.

Step 1. Choose a suitable container for water. This could be a plastic twenty-liter bottled water container, a metal or plastic barrel, a milk can, a canister, etc.

Practical advice. If you plan to make your shower mobile, then you don’t need to look for a large capacity. Practice shows that twenty liters is enough to wash one person. In addition, you cannot pump hundreds of liters of water with your feet; this requires a lot of time and physical effort.

We recommend using plastic canisters to make a shower. They have sealed lids, handles for transportation and a capacity of up to 50 liters. Another advantage of this container is that the large wall thickness allows it to withstand significant pressure without problems.

Step 2. Secure the inlet and outlet pipes to the cover. Air will be pumped through one pipe by a pump, the other is used to supply water to the shower head.

For example, consider installation of pipes on the cover plastic canister or barrels. The diameter of the nozzles is within 10 mm; select specific values taking into account the diameter of the pump hoses and available parts.

Important. If you hold the lid with your hands, be very careful. Remember that the drill can tear out the cover, be especially careful when drilling after reverse side a through hole appeared. Side faces cutting tool they grab the plastic and begin to rotate it with great force. It is at this moment that the lid most often breaks in and injures the master.

Step 3. Insert a pipe into the hole; there should be a metric thread on both ends. Put on the rubber gaskets (you can do it on one side), install metal washers on top and tighten the connection with nuts.

Practical advice. We strongly do not recommend fixing the pipes using only sealant or glue. While using the unit and pumping air, dynamic forces of alternating directions act on the pipes. Over time, the adhesive or sealant will peel off, causing the joint to fail. If the air outlet is small, then you can still use the shower, but you will have to pump the pump more often and faster. If the gaps are significant, then you will have to do repair work.

Step 4. Attach a long hose to one pipe; it will supply water to the watering can. A short hose for air supply is attached to the second one. To make it easier to put on a plastic hose, heat its end in boiling water and in this state put it on the plastic. After cooling, reduce the diameter of the hose; the connection is quite reliable. Moreover, high pressures there won't be any in the hose. If in doubt, additionally secure the end with a small clamp of a suitable diameter. To increase the tightness of the connection, you can tightly wrap several turns of electrical tape around the pipe.

Step 5. If necessary, attach special adapters to the nozzles to connect the pump hose and shower head. Connect them also after heating the end of the hose.

How to use this shower?

Pour water into a container and place it in the sun to warm up. If you don’t have time, you can immediately cold water dilute with warm.

Important. Always leave about a third of the volume of the container for air. Due to this, it will be possible to create a sufficient pressure reserve for a complete outflow of water. Use a foot pump to pump up the air; there is no need to pump up a lot of air. Pressure of one atmosphere lifts water to a height of 10 meters. For your information, bicycle tires have a pressure of only 0.5 atm.

The pump can not be turned off; it has a built-in check valve, eliminating pressure drop. Practice shows that a pressure of approximately one atmosphere can guarantee the pouring of 15 liters of water from a twenty-liter container when it is filled with water to two-thirds of its volume. You can take a shower right away or wait a bit until it warms up to a comfortable temperature.

What are the advantages of the proposed design? There are quite a few of them and they all significantly increase the comfort of using a portable shower.

There is no need to constantly trample on your soul. For elderly and sick people this is a tiring task.
The water is turned on/off as needed. There is an opportunity to wash yourself in peace.
Small children can use the unit. They either turn on the watering can themselves, or wash themselves with the help of their parents.

Such advantages make this shower design quite popular among many owners. summer cottages. The shower can be installed not only outside the city, but also taken with you on a picnic, fishing or on land plot for agricultural work.

If you install a check valve on the inlet pipe, then such a device will be very useful when processing plants chemicals pest and disease control. A check valve can be purchased at any hardware store. Availability check valve makes it possible to disconnect the pump after pumping air and carry the container in your hand. No need to take expensive models with the possibility of automatic pressure regulation. An ordinary rubber valve in a normally open state is sufficient. The valve is held in this position by a spring. When the air stream moves in the opposite direction, the air presses the rubber gasket against the socket and closes its exit from the nozzle.

Video - Foot shower “Rain”

Video - Shower from a plastic bottle and pump

Stomp shower made from two frog pumps

You can try to make another version of the shower-treadmill. For these purposes, use so-called “frogs” as pumps. These pumps are used to inflate rubber boats. There are two types of devices in the implementation.

Rubber. The body is molded from hard rubber, which, when restored to its original shape after pressing with the foot, pumps air through the inlet valve. When you press the body, the inlet valve closes, the outlet valve opens under pressure, and pressure is supplied to the hose. Pump volume is approximately 1.5 liters.
Plastic(type Bravo 7011). Consist of upper and lower plastic panels, which are connected to each other by especially durable rubberized fabric. The working volume of such pumps can be three or more liters.
The devices also have inlet and outlet valves, and the principle of air injection has been changed. Between two plastic plates a metal spring is installed, it is this that compresses/decompresses depending on the applied forces, the upper plastic cover approaches the bottom or moves away from it. Due to such movements, the internal volume of the pumps changes.

Such pumps have the ability to increase the rate of water intake. To do this, you must first remove the rubberized casing; it is fixed to the upper and lower parts with ordinary clamps. Please note that some clamps may be disposable. During tightening, their hooks are deformed; when compressed again, they either slide off or become wedged. Before disassembling such pumps, just in case, buy new clamps. After removing the housing, access to the internal spring is available. It needs to be removed and replaced with a stiffer one, just be sure to install a spring made of stainless alloy steel. We warn you that you must respect the golden mean. A very stiff spring will significantly speed up the suction of water by the pump, but at the same time the force required to compress the device will significantly increase.

Two such pumps are connected into a single structure using a tee and plastic tubes. You need to connect two inputs and two outputs. The inlet hose is lowered into a container of water, the outlet hose is connected to the shower head.

The design is ready for use, but it has significant drawbacks.

Pumps cannot lift water from long distances. This will slow down the water supply process; washing under a weak stream is very inconvenient. It is advisable to raise water containers; the height difference is recommended to be at least a meter. In this position, water will enter the pump housing much faster. It is often technologically impossible to increase the inlet opening of pumps; in this way it will not be possible to speed up the water supply.
To mount two pumps, you need to use a special rigid stand, and it cannot be made of wood. And when attaching pumps to other materials, significant difficulties arise. Solving problems will require a lot of time and effort; factory pumps do not have technological holes designed to fix them in a stationary position. We will have to come up with special elements and do it in such a way that the functionality of the devices is not impaired. At the same time, the pumps must sit firmly in place and not move while supplying water.
Manufacturing requires a lot of time and significant material resources. In terms of cost, a ready-made trample shower is quite competitive with a self-made one, and in terms of comfort it is much superior. Is it worth wasting time, money and effort to end up with a device with inferior technical characteristics and increased cost in comparison with ready-made factory analogues?
ABOUT A common disadvantage of all types of trample showers is that they need to be installed on hard surfaces. This could be a specially made wooden stand, paving slabs, etc. Otherwise, within a few minutes there will be dirt under your feet, and the grass lawn will turn into a swamp.

We looked at two options for making portable shower units yourself, but there is also a third, in our opinion, the most successful. According to reviews from many owners of a shower-treadmill industrial production, use such devices no more than two or three times. And then they remember the old, simple, cheap and universal method. They buy an ordinary ladle and pour water from the bucket on themselves.