Types and sizes of modern baths: from mini to maxi

By choosing a bath should be taken carefully. This is a fairly expensive purchase. If the font is chosen correctly, it will last for many years, and water treatments will bring only pleasure.

There are several requirements that you should pay attention to when going to the plumbing shop for buying a bath, such as:

• the material of the bath;
• its shape;
• bowl size (length, width);
• depth;
• manufacturer;
• its cost.

In addition, having decided on a particular model, it would be useful to read reviews about it on the Internet, and before buying, specify what is included in the package. Sometimes legs and fasteners are sold with a bath.In this case, you can be sure that the component parts will fit the specific model and allow you to avoid unnecessary costs.

And pay attention to additional features. Many fonts are equipped with hydro massage, the possibility of water heating, filling sensor. If the budget allows the purchase, you can purchase one of these models. However, do not sacrifice quality for the sake of additional functions.

Plumbing stores delight the variety of shapes and size of modern baths. It is worth considering their main types.

• Rectangular. This classic bowl is very popular. It is usually placed near the wall. Such baths can be made of any material, including cast iron, steel, ceramics, acrylic. The size range is also quite large, allowing you to choose from the smallest to large-sized fonts.
• Semicircular. This is often called the corner bath. If the bathroom is small, this option is suitable. This form allows you to save space by compactly placing all the plumbing. Steel and acryl are most often used for their manufacture, however, models made of artificial stone are also found.It is worth paying attention that such bowls are right and left, symmetrical and asymmetrical. If the size of the bathroom does not allow to install a large font, then it can be quite small, in the form of a drop.
• Triangular. This bath is also a corner. It has the shape of an isosceles triangle, its two sides are equal to each other. This form is not yet popular and can be a highlight of the bathroom. Triangular bowls are usually made of acrylic, quartile, and you can also find models of marble. By the individual order the option of valuable breeds of a tree can be made.

• Oval. This is a choice of aesthetes. This form of the bowl will surely become a highlight in the bathroom interior. In the room where the bath is in the shape of an oval, there is an atmosphere of calm and relaxation. They are made of various materials. As a rule, such fonts are equipped with hydromassage. It is installed in the center of the bathroom or at some distance from the wall. Beautiful legs are selected for oval cups so that they fit organically into different interiors.
• Round. This option is suitable for large rooms because it requires the possibility of approach from all sides. These baths are not so much for hygiene procedures, but for relaxation.Most often they are equipped with the optional function of hydro or aero massage. In addition, these bowls are usually designed for several people. They are made of acrylic, rarely found models of steel. If the product is made to order, it can be made from quarry, artificial or natural stone.

In order for the hygiene procedures to be enjoyable, the bath must be of suitable size. Its dimensions depend on the footage of the room. The standard is a rectangular bath with a length of 150 to 180 centimeters. They have a width of 70 to 100 centimeters. In this case, the fonts, which are identical in geometric dimensions, may have a different volume of the bowl. It depends on the presence or absence of armrests, the slope of the sides, rounding corners.

Choosing a bath, you must consider the fullness and growth of all family members.The correct position is when the chest is above water and the legs are completely below it. In this case, the distance on the sides to the sides should be about 5 centimeters.

Equally important is the distance from the side to the floor. For adults, the standard is a height of 65-70 centimeters. However, if the family has a small child, it is better to choose a lower model. The depth of the bowl is the distance from the bottom of the bath to the top of the side.

For a long time, cast iron was almost the only material for the manufacture of baths. And it is no coincidence, because cast iron bowls are characterized by durability. With proper care, they will last more than a dozen years. The water in them does not cool for a long time, which makes water procedures more comfortable. In addition, a set of water in it - this is not a noisy process.

However, such bowls have several disadvantages.

• Cast iron baths are heavy, about 150 kilograms. To install it, you need a solid foundation. If the apartment is located not on the ground floor, then it is also very difficult to bring such a bath into the apartment.
• Despite the strength of enamel, it can be damaged. But it is recovering hard. If you leave a crack in the enamel, then over time there will accumulate dirt.
• Forms are not encouraging diversity. Since cast iron is nonplastic, such baths are presented mainly in a rectangular shape.
• Dimensions are also not happy with a large selection. They come in the following sizes: mini with a size of 70x120 centimeters; standard, the length of which is 140-150 centimeters, and the width of 70 centimeters, sometimes you can find a bath of 170x70 cm. If you want to buy a bath of irregular shape, you should pay attention to other materials.

For a long time, steel baths were the only alternative to cast iron. Now their popularity is also very high. This is due to the relatively low price and a large selection of different shapes and sizes.

There are stainless steel and structural steel fonts on sale. The first option is quite rare, since such bowls, as a rule, have a high price. This is due to the lack of enamel coating. The surface of such a bath is a polished metal.

Bowls of structural steel are much cheaper. Basically, the buyer chooses such options. They have a relatively small weight, as a rule, not more than 30 kilograms, which greatly facilitates their installation and transportation to the desired floor. Another advantage of steel baths is the variety of their forms. They can be both classical rectangular, and oval, angular, round.

Typical steel bath sizes are 150–180 centimeters long and 70–85 wide. For smaller bathrooms you can find models with a length of only 120 centimeters. 150x70 cm is the standard size of the steel bowl.

The disadvantages of iron bowls include noise when typing water. This can be corrected by competent installation. If the space under the bathroom is filled with foam, foam or mineral wool, then there will be no noise at the water intake.And also it is worth paying attention to the secure fixing of such a font, since its weight is small.

Another disadvantage is that if the walls of such a bowl are made of steel with a thickness of less than 3 millimeters, then most likely they will sag under the weight of water, which can not but affect the service life. In addition, the water in the steel bath cools rapidly, since the metal has a high thermal conductivity.

Acrylic baths are gaining increasing popularity. They are lightweight, only 15–20 kilograms, are represented by a wide range of shapes and sizes. The water in this bowl remains warm for a long time. Many models are equipped with additional features such as hydromassage, aero massage. The range of prices for acrylic baths is also quite large. It all depends on the manufacturer. The better materials are used in the manufacture of the bowl, the higher its price.

The sizes of acrylic baths are very diverse. The length of the bowl can range from 120 to 190 centimeters, and the width from 70 to 170 centimeters.

Despite all these advantages, acrylic baths also have disadvantages. These include the fact that caring for it requires special attention.Detergents with abrasive particles can damage the coating on the bowl. In addition, if the bath is made of poor-quality material, its walls can sag under the weight of water.

Quartile baths are a good alternative to acrylic. They are made from a mixture of acrylic and quartz. By weight they are heavier than acrylic, however, and stronger than them. They are also represented by a wide variety of shapes and sizes.

The length of such bowls ranges from 160 to 190 centimeters, width is 70–75 centimeters. However, there are models with a width of 90–95 centimeters. If the bathroom is small, then you can find a model with a size of 140x70 centimeters. Quartile fonts are durable, have good sound insulation, the water in them remains hot for a long time. They are easy to clean, however, the use of abrasives is not recommended.

If the bathroom is large, for example, the length of one of the walls is 1700 centimeters, then you can pay attention to the overall bath, which is designed for several people, usually for two.However, one must be prepared that such a purchase is a costly acquisition.

Shapes of large sizes are amazing. You can find both classic rectangular and round, oval, square and even multi-faceted bowls. If you want to choose a font for two, you should look at the corner models, since they are less bulky. As well as popular bowls in the form of eight or heart.

Sizes of large baths vary. Length can be from 150 to 300 centimeters. Their width ranges from 80 to 90 centimeters. However, it should be borne in mind that a bowl whose length is more than 2 meters will be conveniently used only by a person who is taller than average. Still, the optimal size are models with dimensions of 180x80 or 180x70 centimeters.

Many of us live in Soviet-built apartments. Bathrooms in such houses are quite small. A good option for such premises would be a compact bath. They come in a wide variety of forms.Manufacturers are trying to make the mini-bathtubs comfortable, so even the smallest model allows a person to accept at least a reclining position when performing hygienic procedures.

Seated baths are very popular. Their size is 120x70 or 130x70 centimeters. This option is very convenient for older people. If the space in the bathroom is very small, then you can pay attention to the shower trays. They are shallow containers with a minimum size of 70x70 centimeters. Enjoying water treatments will only be possible while standing, however, it will be possible to save space in the bathroom.

For lovers often soak in warm water with foam, this option is ideal. Jacuzzi is ideal for home spa treatments.

Jacuzzi bath is always equipped with additional features. In simple models only the hydromassage or aero massage is presented. Expensive options can be equipped with a control panel, chromotherapy, aromatherapy. For extra comfort, these fonts are equipped with handles, head restraints, a water level control system, self-disinfection, and an acoustic system.

Jacuzzi made of acrylic, cast iron, marble. To order, you can make options of valuable wood. The size of the Jacuzzi is limited only by imagination and budget. There are compact options for very small bathrooms, but they are usually sedentary. If funds are not limited, then you can buy a jacuzzi the size of a swimming pool.

To date, the sale can be found baths of various configurations. There are round, square bowls, in the form of a polyhedron, asymmetric models. You can find a font for any design project of the room. However, it is worth remembering that when acquiring a non-standard bowl, it should fit into the interior. If you choose a round model, then the approach to it should be possible from all sides. It looks good on a pedestal.

The square bowl is very laconic in its design and requires additional details. For example, the decoration of the decorative panels will organically complement this font. Like a round model, it will look good on a pedestal or podium. Place a square option can be near the wall or in the corner. An interesting solution is to place it in the center of the bathroom. When choosing a non-standard shape bath, you need to remember that such fonts look good only in large rooms.

Having a large bathroom, to figure out where to place the bath, it will not be difficult. Many of us live in five-story buildings, in the so-called Khrushchev. In such apartments, the size of the bathrooms leaves much to be desired and has to work hard, carefully designing the interior so that all plumbing items fit properly.

Based on the footage and the type of room, you should choose the plumbing.

• If the bathroom is long and narrow, then the plumbing is better placed along the walls. This will maintain access to all equipment.
• If the bathroom is large, then the bath is the most spectacular in the center of the room.The only condition would be to bring plumbing through the floor to hide the pipes. In addition, it is worth to worry about additional lighting. You will need not only the overhead light, but also a lamp on the wall.
• If the bathroom has a rectangular shape, then angular fonts are best suited. This will save space and leave space for a washbasin, toilet, closets, washing machine.

• Owners of small square bathrooms are the hardest. It is unlikely that it will be possible to place a full-fledged bath in such a room, so many prefer shower cabins or trays. However, for non lovers to carry out water procedures under the shower, this option is not suitable. In this case, it is worth looking at compact bowls of minimal sizes. For these types of rooms are well suited angular models, as well as short sitting fonts.

In addition, hiding pipe wiring and counters under the tile, you need to install special hatches to facilitate access to them.You should try not to overload the bathroom with electrical appliances, so that there are no problems with electricity and do not constantly knock out traffic jams.

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