Shower and connecting hoses are essential components of water installations, ensuring that fittings operate correctly in the bathroom and kitchen. The category includes 1500 mm, 1700 mm and 2000 mm shower models, as well as 500 mm and 700 mm connecting hoses. Their flexible design and the use of materials such as PVC or steel braiding ensure system tightness, installation safety and convenient everyday use of the bathing area or sink.
Types of hoses and their use in an installation
The Kuchinox range is divided into two main product types that differ in purpose, length and technical parameters.
Shower hoses for enclosures and baths
These models connect shower mixers or bath mixers to a hand shower. Available lengths of 1500 mm, 1700 mm and 2000 mm allow the reach to be matched to the size of the bathing area. Choosing the right length prevents excessive tension on the hose, making washing easier and extending the service life of the entire installation.
Connecting hoses for fittings
These 500 mm and 700 mm hoses carry water from the valves directly to bathroom mixers and kitchen mixers. They are highly resistant to pressure and sudden temperature changes. Brass nuts and seals ensure stable, watertight connections in domestic water systems.
Design and materials
A hose’s durability depends on the materials used. The range includes flexible PVC models that are lightweight and easy to keep clean. With no visible braiding, limescale and soap residue do not settle on the surface. An alternative is a hose with an internal rubber tube enclosed in strong steel braiding. This design increases resistance to stretching and mechanical damage. A choice of finishes, including classic chrome and matt black, makes it easy to coordinate the components with other showers in the room.
What should you consider when choosing a shower hose?
In addition to the material and length, extra design features determine user comfort. The most important include:
- Hose anti-twist system – prevents the hose from tangling while washing, providing greater freedom of movement and protecting it against kinking.
- Size and type of connectors – the conical connector joins the hose securely to the hand shower, while the hexagonal connector makes it easier to tighten the connection to the mixer body.
- O-ring included – the rubber seal prevents the hand shower from rotating freely or falling out of the point bracket.
Frequently asked questions
How do you choose the right shower hose length?
A 1500 mm hose is usually sufficient for standard shower enclosures and small baths. If users are very tall or the mixer is installed unusually low, a 1700 mm or 2000 mm version will be considerably more convenient.
How does a PVC hose differ from a steel-braided model?
A PVC hose is smooth, lighter and easier to clean because it has no external gaps where dirt can accumulate. A steel-braided model offers greater mechanical resistance to accidental pulling and abrasion.
Does a shower hose fit every hand shower?
Most shower hoses and hand showers have a standardised 1/2-inch connection thread. This makes the components universal and allows them to be connected easily without additional adapters.
What is the Hose anti-twist system in a shower hose?
It is a special rotating connector design that prevents the hose from twisting around its own axis or tangling when the hand shower is moved. This solution makes the shower noticeably easier to use and prevents damage to the internal plastic tube.
