Kaldewei steel baths: advantages and disadvantages

When equipping bathrooms one of the main issues is the purchase of a bath. To make a choice, you first need to decide what material it will be made of: cast iron, acrylic or steel. You can find a lot of positive and negative reviews about each type, but the least praise is the steel bath. Kaldewei products break all the stereotypes that have developed regarding steel baths. German quality is reflected in all aspects, and the negative aspects of such plumbing have been completely eliminated.

The German company Franz Kaldewei GmbH & Co was founded about a century ago. Gradually developing, the company became one of the European leaders in the manufacture of plumbing. An important feature of the brand's baths is the wall thickness of 3.5 mm, which is quite a lot. Kaldewei is the only company producing such models from enameled steel.

Absolutely different materials are combined thanks to a special approach developed by experts at Kaldewei plants:

1. To begin with, robotics sprays the enamel slip obtained by mixing crushed enamel and water over the steel case.
2. Then, after melting at a high temperature in the furnace, the two materials are combined into one with special properties that you will not find in any other.
3. At the end of the melting process, the enamel and steel cannot be separated mechanically.

This approach is fundamentally different from the manufacturing process in other factories, which distinguishes the Kaldewei baths.

Modern plant equipment and high-quality materials allow us to produce steel baths, which are subsequently highly appreciated by customers. Natural raw materials are completely environmentally friendly, recyclable, in which the quality of the material is not lost and there is no harmful waste. The company's plants are the world's first manufacturers of products with a special certificate from the Institute for Construction and Environment. This means that Kalwedei products are completely environmentally friendly.

Every year, steel baths of this brand receive awards and prizes testifying to their quality. Products are available in several sizes: 180x80, 170x70 and 150x70 cm.

Each model will perfectly fit into any interior. But the high popularity of products has led to the emergence of numerous fakes that spoil the reputation of the brand from Germany. In 2007, in order to combat non-original products, the plant began to put its logo on the goods, which cannot be removed.

Kaldewei steel baths have a huge number of advantages that make the brand popular:

1. First of all, it is the durability of the product, provided by an enamel coating that is resistant to any external damage and abrasion.
2. The steel case is not deformed and does not bend.
3. Low thermal expansion of the material gives the coating additional strength, and due to the 3.5 mm thickness, the enameled steel bath will not crack.
4. In addition to the above advantages, it should be noted that it is resistant to light, which allows the coating not to lose the original palette even when installed outdoors, for example, on the upper terrace of a private house.
5. Another pleasant characteristic of the goods is their heat resistance, which prevents damage to the surface by a cigarette or a candle. Enameled steel performs the functions of a heat conductor, which provides rapid heating and support for a comfortable temperature for the human body.

The surface of all Kaldewei products is lined with anti-slip material, which ensures complete safety while swimming. Called such Antislip technology, it is a non-slip enamel lining for safe use, developed by the company's laboratory.

Due to the peculiarities of the production, the products are fully hygienic and do not deteriorate even at high temperatures. Insulating tape provides the edges of the steel bath a dense junction with the walls and the floor of the room, which prevents the ingress of water into the cracks, and, accordingly, the appearance of fungus. Its attachment takes place at the junction of the bath and the wall, after which it is covered with tiles.

Kaldewei products are easy to install, which does not require professional skills. Additional brand mounting kits make it easy for many to install. The legs of the structure are easily adjustable in height and give it extra stability. The steel bath will be protected by a specially designed noise-absorbing set that separates the noise source from the walls, thereby reducing the chances of sound vibrations to zero.

Kaldewei offers a wide range of products, the company has more than 150 models of bathtubs in various designs and colors.Brand designs will fit into any interior thanks to a wide palette, including about 27 shades. Buyers are given the opportunity to choose not only the colors, but also the shape, depth and size of the bath.

In the model range of the German company there are also units with a hydromassage function. The form of the structure can be standard rectangular, and semicircular, and square, and even pentagonal.

The series includes rectangular baths, which are the most popular. Ergonomic designs have a lower drain and the internal content completely repeats the shape of the body, which gives the process of bathing comfort. The wide size range and color palette will allow you to choose a steel bath for placing any area and design.

Externally, the design has a rectangular shape that allows it to fit into any bathroom, but the inner space is made in the form of an oval. This design looks very attractive.Simplicity is in harmony with originality, which will appeal to many.

The rectangular shape of the bath from the inside has small curves to give a subtle look to the models. Despite the small external dimensions, the interior of the structures is quite spacious. The flat floor with Antislip technology ensures stability and safety during the shower.

The laconic design of the models of this line will not leave anyone indifferent. But the simplicity of the design does not mean the absence of originality. An interesting rectangular outer casing from the inside is of great length, optimal for comfortable acceptance of water procedures.

The exclusivity of this model lies in its hexagonal shape, which makes it possible to embed it in a room of any configuration. The dimensions of this model are 170x100x47 cm. Despite the small external parameters, the internal area of ​​the bath is quite wide for full-fledged bath procedures, it has a simple oval shape that is optimal for the original exterior design.

The oval-shaped model is double and has a large internal space.For added convenience, it is equipped with two back supports on opposite sides and wide armrests on the sides.

Opinions of buyers about Kaldewei baths vary. In the positive reviews left in the network, high quality materials, a wide range of products of various shapes, colors and sizes stand out. At the same time, all models are presented at a reasonable price, which many can afford. Holders of non-standard bathrooms were happy to find among the Kaldewei lineup the designs of pentagonal and hexagonal shapes that fit perfectly into the interior.

Among the negative characteristics mainly come across formulations regarding unfulfilled expectations. Many buyers wanted higher quality from the German brand.They talk about the appearance of chips and microcracks in just a few months of use. Someone is trying to get a replacement unit for a new one with a 30-year warranty. But in order to achieve it, it is necessary to prove the originality of the bath and convince the experts of the correct installation of the structure, if this is possible, then the company fulfills this promise and changes the product to a new one.

See how the Kaldewei baths are made in the video below.