We have long been accustomed to the fact that in living quarters very often such a fragile material as glass is used. However, the bath, made of glass, will not leave indifferent even the most demanding lover of exotics. Such baths look more than unusual, and not every person decides to establish such a miracle in his bathroom.
But for fans of non-standard things and luxurious interiors, a glass bath will be an ideal option, both from the point of view of aesthetics and from a practical point of view.
In the production of a glass bath a special double-pane glass of high strength is used, so it is practically impossible to break such a product. Amazing combination of refined ease and weightlessness and wide possibilities of design solutions combines a bath of glass.
Pros
Glass bath, despite its visual fragility and extravagant appearance, has a number of advantages:
- space saving. Some models are large enough, but visually perceived very light and weightless;
- aesthetic appearance. Transparent bath perfectly fits in almost any interior. Often set it in the center of the room, thereby creating an unusual accent;
- simple care. It is very easy to put the bath in order, using a soft sponge and liquid detergents;
- environmental friendliness and safety. Glass is a very practical and environmentally friendly material, on which microbes do not accumulate and rust does not appear( with careful care, of course);
- strength and durability. According to their functional characteristics, glass baths are not inferior to anything acrylic models;
- thanks to its properties, glass baths retain the water temperature for a long time.
Such a bath, of course, will be an excellent decoration of any interior and will emphasize the exquisite taste and non-standard thinking.
Cons
Glass bath has some drawbacks:
- You can place this bath in a spacious or small room. However, limited space will not allow you to place a bath in the center of the room and you will have to choose a model that is installed close to the wall.
- More complex care in comparison with cast-iron, acrylic, marble baths can also be a disadvantage.
- And the price of bathtubs made of glass is quite high, so not everyone can afford such a luxury. Let's hope that with the increase in demand for such products, their value will decrease.
Types of
The range of glass baths is very diverse. The most popular were and remain absolutely transparent models.
Glass can also be frosted or have some shade. Everything depends on personal preferences and design intent. To date, there are also models that combine various materials. In addition to glass, bath, wood, marble and metal can be included in the bath design.
It is possible to purchase such a refinement, however, only in specialized salons or custom made. There are models of glass baths that have a bottom of steel or plastic.
There are also exclusive models of glass baths with hand-painted on the sides.
However, in addition to the bright appearance of the glass baths have special designs for planting and headrests to make the already pleasant bathing procedure even more sweet.
Care
To look after the plumbing of glass is quite simple. Do not forget only that the use of rough abrasive cleaners and hard brushes is not allowed.
It is recommended to use soft sponges and liquid cleaners or special sprays. After cleaning the bath with detergent, it remains only to rinse cleanly with warm water and wipe with a soft cloth. If you follow these features of cleaning glass surfaces, then you can preserve the original transparency and attractiveness of the bathroom for a long time.
Baths with glass inserts
Not every potential buyer can boast a large bathroom area, so that you can place a rather bulky interior element. This is why acrylic bathtubs with glass inserts are especially popular in city apartments.
If you still decided to purchase this kind of bath, then the other components should be carefully thought out to create a holistic and spectacular interior in which the glass bath will occupy a worthy place.
An excellent addition to this interior will be additional pieces of furniture made of glass. Sinks and hanging cabinets made with glass perfectly complement the interior and make it even more extraordinary and extravagant.
To create a harmonious design will help accessories from glass: soap dishes, lamps, glasses for hygienic supplies. Perfectly in such an interior will fit a classic mirror.
Some manufacturers produce both a glass bath and bathroom furniture in one style. They perfectly match and make the interior of your bathroom stylish and flawless. The glass sink will be a perfect addition to the chosen style.
Read, learn about the pros and cons and various design solutions: the glass sink was examined in detail in another article.
Manufacturers and prices
Models from glass or using glass inserts are represented in Russia not only by domestic companies, but also by European and Asian manufacturers. The choice of brands and models is really impressive: Akvarodos, Albatros, Axor, Aquella, Burgbad, Duravit, Ideal Standard, Novellini, Frap, Jorger, Gemelli, Waterlounge, HST, Nautico, Lamxon, Lemen, Pharo, Villeroy & Boch, Verona and others..
All manufacturers of glass furniture emphasize the convenience and comfort of such baths and position them as a place for relaxation.
Almost all models of baths are accompanied by a huge number of additional accessories( equipment for hydromassage, aeromassage equipment, special sunbeds and built-in multimedia and audio systems).
Speaking in general, it is worth noting that the glass bath is, first of all, an element of aesthetics and style, and only then a plumbing product. This is the fundamental difference of this bath from all other models.
The cost of such products is quite high, especially if we talk about exclusive models of leading fashion houses.
The prices, as a rule, vary from 100 000 rbl.up to several million rubles.
However, getting a glass bath, you get a very strong and durable product, which will justify its value during use repeatedly.
