Due to the large number of different models offered by manufacturers, choosing a bath is sometimes not so simple. The thing is that products differ not only in the material from which they are made, but also in functionality, shape and reliability. Differences between the prices of products of one or another manufacturer can reach ten times the size. Therefore, in the question of how to choose a bath and which is better to buy, it is necessary to take into account certain nuances.
Advantages and disadvantages of materials
A modern bathtub is not just a large bowl for taking water procedures, but also an element of the design of the sanitary room, as well as an object that allows you to relax and relieve stress. Innovative technologies allow the use of various materials that affect both the final price of the product and the comfort of use.
Today in the market you can find bathtubs made of the following materials:
- cast iron;
- acrylic;
- steel.
Each of them has both advantages and disadvantages. Cast iron bathtubs are made by casting. The resulting product is durable and durable.
To give a beautiful appearance and protect cast iron from corrosion, the bathtub is covered with a layer of enamel resistant to heat. Due to this, plumbing maintains the water temperature for a long time, absorbs noise well and does not require any specific care.
This type of bath does not change shape and is characterized by excellent stability. A lot of weight is distinguished from its shortcomings, and it reaches about 150 kg, a complex process of enamel restoration, and a not very wide variety of forms.
Acrylic ProductsPerhaps the most popular among consumers. Material, in fact, is a type of plastic. By production, polymethyl methacrylate is used - a rather expensive material with high strength and a smooth surface. Manufacturers add shock-resistant technical thermoplastic resin to the composition of the mass. The more additives are added, the worse the product characteristics. Therefore, the prices of acrylic bathtubs can vary greatly.
The advantages include: light weight, slow cooling of the water, elegant forms. But at the same time, the walls of cheap bathtubs usually bend easily, and when cleaning it is necessary to use special detergents.
Steel baths are not recommended today. Although they are notable for their low price and low weight, they are characterized by a high noise level when filled with water, low ability to maintain temperature, and not very beautiful appearance.
Nuances of selection
In order to choose the right bath, to determine only the material is not enough. At the second stage, it is important to choose a product that is optimal for the size of the room. Models are available in different lengths, widths and shapes. The most popular lengths are 150, 170 and 180 cm. Naturally, the longer the bath, the more comfortable it will be. As for the width, products from 75 to 100 cm are usually installed. In this case, the standard depth of the bowl is 65 cm.
When choosing, it is worth considering the following recommendations:
- the width of the bath should be such that the distance from the person sitting inside it to the sides is at least five centimeters;
- a person should be placed in a reclining position with outstretched legs;
- when the body is completely immersed, the head of the wash should be above the water, and the exit from the bowl should be comfortable.
If the size of the room does not allow you to install a product that meets the recommendations, then it is worth considering the possibility of buying a shower cabin or choosing a product with an angular shape.
If the budget allows, you can choose a bathtub with additional functions, for example, built-in hydromassage, air massage, chromotherapy, auto-disinfection. But, as a rule, such options are built into acrylic structures only.
Manufacturer's choice
When choosing a bath, special attention should be paid to the brand. It is advisable to trust those companies that have a positive reputation in the market, have extensive experience in manufacturing products.
Having bought their product, you can be sure that the model you like is made in strict accordance with the technical conditions.
Good manufacturers are:
- Roca. It rightfully belongs to the best global manufacturers of bathtubs. The history of the company has more than a hundred years. The factories of the Spanish company are located all over the world, and Russia is no exception. In a year, the factory produces more than a thousand units of plumbing. In addition to excellent quality, Roca has an extensive network of service and dealer centers.
- Cersanit. A Polish company whose products are aimed at middle-income consumers. Their bathrooms stand out for their modern design and a great combination of price and quality.
- Ravak. It is considered one of the best manufacturers of acrylic products. Experience in the market is more than 25 years. The company has many patents for innovative solutions. The company pays a lot of attention to small details that increase product comfort.
In addition, companies such as Triton, BAS, Pool-SPA, Aquanet, Alpen and Riho are worth noting. Of their products, even the fastidious consumer will be able to choose a quality model for himself.
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