All about the size of acrylic baths

No modern bathroom can do without a bath. This sanitary object may have a different shape, structure and material of manufacture. One of the most common are models of acrylic. Today we will take a closer look at such products and find out what dimensional parameters they are produced with.

Baths of standard and unusual shapes are very popular. They can be found in any plumbing store. The main thing is to choose a model of suitable dimensions.

Modern baths are available not only classic rectangular, but also angular or rounded. All existing options have their strengths and weaknesses. In addition, the designs of different structures differ in size.

Modern baths can be chosen for rooms made in absolutely any stylistic directions. The richness of the range of such plumbing allows you to find a suitable option for any buyer.

The times when baths were made exclusively from heavy cast iron are long gone. Of course, heavy and expensive cast-iron models are still on sale today, but they have a lot of worthy rivals. These include popular and affordable acrylic products.

These types of baths have gained popularity among consumers due to the simple and neutral design, low cost and fairly simple installation. Currently, plumbing from acrylic can be found in many homes.

The sizes of acrylic models are very different.Therefore, it will be possible to choose a suitable product for rooms having any area. Today, in most cases, the bathrooms are of a very modest size, and it is difficult to get sanitary ware for them.But with acrylic copies of such problems, as a rule, does not happen.

Despite the enviable popularity, acrylic baths have not only positive qualities. Such models have several disadvantages.

The advantages of such plumbing include the following characteristics.

• Acrylic baths are lightweight. For this reason it is easy to install them, as well as to transport. The model of standard dimensions, as a rule, weighs about 30 kg. It is quite possible to work with such a product alone, without turning to assistants.
• Installation of acrylic baths is considered quite simple and affordable. For such plumbing you can buy a special frame with the function of adjustment. Quite often it comes with a bathtub.

• The range of acrylic baths can not fail to please modern consumers.
• Acrylic itself is a pliable material that easily takes on any shape. That is why many designers of home interiors turn to plumbing from such raw materials.
• To care for an acrylic bath, you do not need to buy special expensive tools. In addition, she does not need regular treatments with protective compounds.
• If a small defect, such as a scratch, appears on the surface of an acrylic bath, it will be easy to get rid of it. To do this, you need to clean the damage with sandpaper. Of course, if we are talking about more serious defects, then it will be more difficult to cope with them.

• Acrylic bath has the ability to retain heat. It will not cool quickly, as well as the water poured into it. Such products are chosen by users who appreciate relaxing treatments.
• As a rule, in modern acrylic models there are special anti-slip coatings. With such additions, the operation of the bath becomes safer and more comfortable.
• These types of bathtubs are available in a variety of designs.

• Such plumbing items are hygienic. The fact is that acrylic is a material that is not susceptible to rotting or the formation of fungus / mold. Bacteria do not breed on such surfaces.
• Acrylic bath can be supplemented with various options. It can be hydromassage, LED lights and even a built-in music center.
• Such types of baths are inexpensive, which only contributes to their popularity and demand.

As you can see, the advantages of acrylic baths abound. However, they are not perfect.

Let us consider in more detail what disadvantages such models have.

• Such products can not be called very stable, due to their low weight. Install acrylic baths need to be as reliable and strong as possible.
• Such baths should not be in contact with high temperatures. Most commonly, acrylic is used in the plumbing industry, the melting point of which reaches 160 degrees Celsius. It should be borne in mind that there have been cases in which very hot water in an acrylic bath led to its serious deformation.

• Another noticeable disadvantage of an acrylic bath is its fragility. Such items are subject to mechanical damage - they are very easy to break or damage. To do this, you do not need to make a lot of effort - just drop something heavier than a bottle of shampoo in the bowl, and it can get cracked.
• It is worth knowing that under the action of high loads acrylic bath can "play", unnaturally bending and causing discomfort.
• Acrylic can be contacted by no means with all household chemicals. For such models, it is recommended to buy "soft" and gentle means.Otherwise, the surface of the bowl may turn yellow or get cracked.

• In addition, it should be noted that acrylic baths should not be washed using abrasive agents that can seriously damage the surface of the product.
• There are too many baths made of low-quality acrylic in the stores. However, such models are issued for reliable and durable, and after a while buyers will be disappointed - the plumbing begins to turn yellow and become deformed.

Bathtubs from such material as acryl, can have the most different dimensions. Thanks to a wide choice of parameters, it will be possible to choose the right product for any room.

Most often in stores there are standard rectangular baths with certain dimensional lengths.

• From 90 to 120 cm. Such types of models are the most compact. They are ideal for consumers who have a very small bathroom in the apartment / house. It is possible to use similar products only in a sitting position. Their width, as a rule, is no more than 75 cm.

• 140 cm For users of short stature, a bath with such a length is a suitable option.You can wash it in a reclining position. Such models are considered ideal for a combined bathroom.
• 150 cm The length of acrylic baths of 150 cm is the minimum parameter at which water procedures can be carried out while lying down. Most often, such products are used in the arrangement of apartments "Khrushchev". The most common models offered by modern stores are acrylic baths with parameters of 150x70 cm.

• 170 cm Acrylic baths with such a length are often purchased for homes with a large area. They do not take up too much space, but they allow you to enjoy water treatments with maximum comfort. Baths with dimensions of 170x70 cm are considered the most comfortable.
• From 180 cm Users with high growth are advised to buy copies with a length of 180 cm (if the area of ​​the room allows, of course). Constructions with dimensions of 180x70 cm, 180x75 cm, 180x80 cm are considered to be convenient.

For bathrooms of modest dimensions suitable model of non-standard shapes and sizes.

• Corner options with a length of no more than 160 cm. In such a bowl, you can even fit together, despite the fact that rectangular options may have similar parameters.The main thing is to remember that asymmetric baths take up more space.
• For small rooms suitable rectangular bathtubs with a standard size - from 100 to 180 cm. Such models are good because you can wash them reclining, despite the democratic dimensions.

• The minimum length of square baths can be from 80 to 100 cm. They can also be reclining. They occupy a minimum of free space.
• Round baths take up more space and are not suitable for all rooms. Their minimum diameter is 140 cm.
• Seating baths are ideal options for those who cannot use standard models. The smallest products of this modification are baths 120x70 cm.
• The smallest length of oval options - 140 cm.

If the area of ​​the bathroom allows, then it can be positioned larger plumbing of different shapes.

• Here you can put a rectangular copy with dimensions of 180x80 cm.
• If square meters allow, you can install a spectacular symmetrical shape in the room. Its maximum parameters are 180x180 cm, 190x170 cm.
• The largest oval bath has a length of 210 cm. As a rule, in such models there is a hydromassage.
• The largest round tub has a size of 210 cm in diameter.

In an ordinary apartment you can buy an acrylic bath of the following dimensional parameters:

• rectangular - 170x80 cm, 180x80 cm;
• sessile with hydromassage - from 130 to 150 cm (with a width of 70, 80 cm);
• hydromassage angular - 140x140 cm, 150x150 cm (with a height of 60 cm and 70 cm).

Fashionable Jacuzzi for two can also have different dimensions:

• rectangular - length 175, 180 cm or 190 cm, width - 110-130 cm;
• models with a width up to 150 cm;
• round - 130x130 cm;
• angular - 150x150 cm.

And also in stores there are many acrylic baths with different size ratios: 140x70 cm, 160x70 cm, 170x75 cm, 100x70 cm, 165x70 cm, 175x70 cm, 175x75 cm, 130x70 cm, 157x70 cm, 145x70 cm, 160x80 cm, 155x70 cm, 150x60 cm.

Due to the large selection of acrylic baths of different dimensions, each customer has the opportunity to choose the perfect option for their home.

Modern acrylic models have the following forms, which affect their size:

• rectangular and square;
• corner;
• rounded;
• oval.

As for the corner models, they are divided into symmetric and asymmetric.

• Asymmetrical baths look very stylish and original. With their help, you can transform the interior and make it more attractive. Similar designs happen right-hand and left-sided. Most often they are installed in a free corner of the room.
• Symmetric specimens often have compact dimensions. The most common products are 110x110 cm (standard). They seamlessly fit into small rooms. Symmetric instances are both high and low.

Let us consider in detail what parameters you should rely on when choosing acrylic pots of various shapes and sizes.

• Be sure to study the number of reinforced layers of the selected model of acrylic. You can see them, looking at the edges of the plumbing object.
• It is advisable to gently tap the acrylic bath. If you hear a booming sound, it will speak about the high quality and good quality of the product.

• Remember - from the acrylic model should not emanate a chemical smell.This feature may indicate poor product quality. From its purchase is better to refuse in favor of a more reliable and environmentally friendly option.
• Swipe your hand over the surface of the font. It should not feel any scratches or roughness, or any other damage.
• The color on the acrylic bath should lie neatly and evenly. The product should not be divorced.

Stains and any contamination are recommended to be removed from the acrylic bath with the help of products for smooth surfaces, and scum - with a napkin dipped in vinegar.

When choosing acrylic plumbing it is necessary to consider its weight. Of course, most models of acrylic are light, but this parameter still needs to be considered. Ceilings in your home should be prepared for such loads.

Thanks to such individual designs, the font will not suffer from heavy loads, and will also remain stable throughout its entire life cycle.

And also under the bath, you can install a special screen. Its size depends on the dimensions of the bowl and the height of the base.

If you are going to install an acrylic bath in a room with a complex configuration, then you should choose an option from asymmetric models. In situations with a standard layout it is permissible to place variants of simpler forms.

It is recommended to install a bath of a similar structure in a rectangular room. It should be placed along one of the walls. In square rooms, however, it will be better to look at the corner bowl, access to which is possible from any side.

When choosing an acrylic bath, it should be remembered that high-quality products are made from canvases whose thickness is at least 5 mm.

In a family where young children live, it is recommended to use acrylic plumbing objects whose depth is no more than 50-60 cm.

Watch out for the slope of the bath. The first time you will not notice it, but then it can cause discomfort if performed incorrectly. For this reason, you should lie in the bowl before buying. Only in this way you can understand whether the chosen model fits you.

How to install the acrylic bath with your own hands, see the next video.