Homeliness, Bath or shower
The size of the shower tray. Types of shower trays (cast iron, steel, acrylic)
In recent years, some people prefer not to buy a one-piece shower cabin, but all the elements individually, which makes it possible to make a shower corner an individual one. The most important part in a prefabricated shower block is a pallet. The correct pallet can be installed independently in any, even a small room. He will make the bathroom as comfortable as possible and will serve for many years.
Size of the shower tray
One of the most important characteristics is the size of the shower tray. Decide which tray best fits in your room. Please note that its area will be set to the size of the entire cabin as a whole.
There are compact, medium and large pallets.
Very compact pallets, for example, 70x70 centimeters, are great for low people and small children. A person of medium or large physique will feel uncomfortable and constrained in him. To avoid discomfort, choose a shower tray 80x80 centimeters.
Pallets of large sizes, the width of which is more than 110 centimeters, will perfectly fit into the interior of a spacious room. In them you can enjoy all the delights of water treatments.
In any case, manufacturers today offer a huge number of sanitary products, and choosing the right size shower tray will not be very difficult.
Shower tray depth
The depth of the shower tray is no less significant than the size. It depends not only on the place of operation, but also on its functional capabilities. The most common models to date have a wall height of 2 to 25 cm. They can be divided into 3 categories:
- small - the height of their flanks is not more than 4 centimeters;
- medium - the sides of which reach 10 centimeters;
- shower trays are deep, their walls are usually 18 high, but may be slightly lower or higher
Flat pallets are attractive in design and easy to use. But when installing them you need to build in the floor, and in a standard apartment it's quite difficult. They are more suitable for residents of private houses and cottages.
Great for families with children shower trays deep. In them, it is not only convenient to bathe a child, but you can also soak or wash laundry.
Pallets with medium sides will be ideal for elderly people. In fact, it's very difficult and even dangerous for a person at an age to step into a deep shower tray.
Take into account that each pallet is put on a special siphon and therefore it seems higher by 10-20 centimeters than it actually is.
Shape and surface
Pallets and other shapes are produced: oval, semicircular, round, triangular and even pentagonal.
A great popularity now use shower trays corner, as they allow you to save space in a small bathroom. When buying a corner shower tray, measure not only its dimensions, but also the radius of curvature. Otherwise, it may not fit in your bathroom.
When choosing the shape of a pallet, consider not only the area of your room, but also its design. The shower tray must harmoniously fit into the bathroom environment.
When picking up the shower tray, do not forget to pay attention to its bottom. Smooth surface is always slippery. You can stumble on it, fall and get injured. Buy a tray with a relief surface - squares, stripes, pimples - or with a special anti-slip coating. And then you will feel confident, not afraid to slip even in soapy water.
Material of the pallet
The materials from which the pallets are made, please and surprise us with their diversity. Today shower trays made of cast iron, steel, ceramics, acrylic and artificial marble are produced. Each of these species has its advantages and disadvantages. From what raw material you buy the pallet, will depend not only on the ease of use, but also on how long it will serve you.
Cast-iron pallets
Remember baths and shells of cast iron installed earlier in almost every apartment?
Modern shower tray cast iron for its performance properties is similar. It is also durable and durable.
The alloy of cast iron withstands high pressure and practically does not react with water. Although the walls of cast-iron pallets and are warmed up for a long time, but they keep the heat very well, and the water cools slowly in them. They are quite "quiet." The muffled sound of running water you will hardly hear. Modern cast-iron pallets are covered with enamel, therefore they can be both glossy and matte. The duration of pallet operation depends on the quality of the paint applied. The only significant drawback of cast-iron products is their large weight, which can reach 100 kilograms or more. Due to its massive cast-iron shower tray is very inconvenient in installation and transportation.
Steel pallets
Steel pallets are not as popular among the population as cast-iron ones. It is believed that they are fragile. Indeed, a pallet with thin steel walls from the load can easily deform, on the enamel will appear cracks. Steel is not a heat-resistant material, so water in such pallets cools quickly. To prevent this from happening, it is recommended to insulate the outer walls of the pallet.
In addition, unlike cast iron, steel pallets are "noisy." Under the stream of water, they will be very loud. But in addition to the negative qualities of steel pallets, there are also positive aspects. They are light, so they are easy to transport and install. Steel is much more plastic than cast iron, and the pallets are made of different shapes and sizes. Custom steel pallet is much easier to find than cast iron.
Many manufacturers try to solve the problem of deformation and offer more expensive, but thick-walled steel pallets. Enamel on such a shower tray does not crack, does not exfoliate and does not darken, which allows using it for more than one year.
Ceramic pallets
Ceramic pallets look impressive and noble. They are very stable, have different shapes and color shades. Their surface is easy to clean, it does not cloud and it retains its original appearance for a long time. A significant disadvantage of ceramic pallets is their fragility. If you drop something heavy in such a pallet, it can split and you will have to buy a new one.
Acrylic pallets
In the last decade, acrylic pallets are in great demand. Acrylic combines the best qualities of all the above listed materials.
Products from this raw material are strong, light, quickly warmed up and perfectly keep the heat. Acrylic pallets can be purchased in any shape and color. They are easy to operate and install. For acrylic bathtubs and shower trays a special paste is produced, which can be smoothened over time on the product chips and scratches. Washing acrylic pallets is a pleasure, as a dirt repellent coating is applied to their surface.
Today such pallets are sold with adjustable legs, which is also very convenient. There is no need to level the floor, but just tighten the bolts.
When buying an acrylic shower tray, pay attention to the thickness of the walls of the product. Thin will bend under the weight of a large man and may even break down. It will be necessary to install a special metal frame. A shower acrylic tray with thick partitions will withstand any weight of a person and will last for many years.
Pallets made of stone, wood and glass
The structure of stone pallets most often includes marble. Baths from this material were used in ancient times, they decorated the richest houses of Egypt. For hundreds of years, this material has undergone many changes.
In modern sanitary ware, "renewed" artificial marble is often used, which is made of gypsum, glue, marble chips with the addition of hardeners, dyes, resins and other components. This marble is also called cast. The pallets from it are considered strong, noiseless and keep the heat well. They are easy to take care of. They can be cleaned by any plumbing.
Sometimes pallets made of natural stone are made to order.
Natural marble is practically not warmed by water, and it is very unpleasant to stand with the feet on the cold bottom of such a pallet. Because products made of natural stone perform rather aesthetic role, giving the interior a touch of luxury and splendor.
On individual orders, wooden and glass shower trays are also manufactured. But they are very expensive and are not available to every consumer.
Prices for shower trays
For most people, the most important factor is the cost of pallets. Currently, you can buy both cheap and expensive models - because the choice is huge. The size of the shower tray, its shape, material and functions directly affect the cost. The larger and deeper the pallet - the more expensive it will cost.
The cheapest are economical class pallets. They are small, have a standard rectangular or square shape, are made mostly of steel. You can buy such a pallet from 1000 rubles.
The most expensive are the stone pallets. The price of a regular flat of cast marble is not less than 10 000 rubles.
As for acrylic and cast-iron shower trays, they cost about the same, their cost varies from 7,000 to several tens of thousands of rubles.
In recent years, multifunctional shower trays have appeared, various nozzles are built in their bottom. They are quite expensive. But having bought such a pallet, you can, without leaving the apartment, enjoy the hydromassage and aeromassage at any time.
The popularity of the manufacturer also affects the price. Well-known Western companies, fearing for their reputation, carefully monitor the quality of their products, which accordingly affects the price. Pallets of import firms are approximately 25% more expensive than domestic ones.
But to save on the most important element of the shower design is not worth it. The shower tray selected by its size, shape and material can replace the bathtub and decorate any room. It will serve not one decade, pleasing you with its appearance.
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