Corner baths: acrylic, small, asymmetric, other types and sizes

If you own a small bathroom, the perfect solution is to purchase a corner bath. In comparison with the traditional rectangular bath, this view with the help of a compact size will save space. Also, you will receive a wonderful design element for your interior and you will feel how comfortable the corner bath is in use.

Many believe that the corner bath has the shape of an isosceles triangle, one side of which is rounded. This opinion is erroneous.

Now in the plumbing market you can find a corner bath of a wide variety of shapes:

• triangular
• asymmetric polyhedra
• trapezoidal
• one corner can be rounded or beveled.

Each model is produced in the right-hand or left-hand version. Pay attention to this point, contact the consultants to choose a properly oriented bath.

Industry produces bathtubs of various models from the simplest to the design. Making this plumbing product of unexpected shapes became possible with the introduction of new materials into production. Due to the widest range and a large price range, a new customer can buy a new bath with any income.

Depending on the material of production, all corner baths are divided into:

They are distinguished by low cost, and the service life is about ten to fifteen years. Steel baths are not very in demand, but, nevertheless, they are always on sale.

This kind of bathtubs has long proven itself due to its high performance, quality and durability. The service life can reach more than 20 years. The only drawback of these baths is a lot of weight.

Find a cast iron bath is not easy. This is due to the fact that the production of such baths requires a large production capacity for the smelting of cast iron. Accordingly, the cost of a cast-iron bath is quite high, and it is impossible to mount it in it, for example, jets for hydromassage, as it perfectly conducts electric current. Moreover, when installing such a bath requires grounding. Innovative materials in the production of bathtubs successfully compete in all qualitative indicators with cast iron.

Baths of this kind are characterized by availability, a large assortment and an inexpensive price. The use of acrylic makes it possible to produce products in a huge variety of shapes, colors and sizes. The lifetime of a bath of acrylic is about ten to fifteen years, moreover, the coating is subject to restoration and you can always update it without great financial costs. Usually the mixer is supplied with the bathroom, but you can choose another suitable model.

If the bath has a hydromassage, bathing will become not only a hygienic procedure for you, but it will also promote relaxation or toning of the body, which is very useful for health.

Acrylic bath is an environmentally friendly product, since acrylic can not cause an allergic reaction, and it is also impossible to develop bacteria and fungi on the acrylic surface. This species is characterized by low thermal conductivity, so the water cools slowly.

By standards, triangular bathtubs are often characterized by such dimensions as: side sides are from 1.5 to 1.8 m, depth - from 0.48 to 0.65 m, and total volume - no more than 400 l.

The traditional length of the corners of the bath does not exceed 1.5 meters. But if the bathroom has a lot of space, then in the range there are non-standard models that are large.

In the plumbing market, there is a huge range of angular bath dimensions. You can buy a modest model or large enough. Basically the triangular bath can be from 0,9х0,9 m to 2х2 m. The popular size of the corner bath is 120 х 120 cm and 150 х 150 cm.

If we talk about the "rectangular" model, its dimensions are from 0.7up to 2 meters.

The height of different models is also varied - from 45 to 80 cm.

The internal dimensions of the bathroom are much smaller than external ones, but this does not have a big impact on its comfort.

The difference in size can play a significant role only when mounted in small rooms, when every centimeter of space is expensive. For large rooms, functionality and comfort are important, size and volume are not significant. In a large bath comfortably can accommodate three people.

Huge baths, which involve the placement of several people, also have backrests for sitting. In medium and large baths you can stay in both positions: sit and lie.

Hydromassage positively affects the health and inner well-being of a person. This function is very popular among corner bath buyers.

In the struggle for the customer, manufacturers try to diversify the functions of hydromassage corner baths and complete them:

• remote control panel;
• aeromassage;
• color and chromotherapy;
• aromatherapy;
• adjustable water jet power;
• with soft head restraints;
• with built-in towel holders;
• additional seats for taking foot baths;
• water level sensors;
• overfill protection function;
• automatic disinfection.

Acrylic baths of the same shape and models can optionally be equipped with a hydromassage function. You have the right to choose a bundle. For simple models, this function is practically not provided. But expensive models have not only hydromassage and aeromassage, but also equipped with special lighting, a mixer that simulates a waterfall and many other options.

Dimensions of the corner bath and hydromassage are approximately the same as the sides - from 1.5x1.5 m to 1.8x1.8 m, and the height is usually within the range of 0.6 to 0.7 m.

Asymmetric and symmetrical corner baths can be used in the bathroom regardless of its area.

Today there is a huge range of corner baths in size, its standard length is 1.85 meters.

The triangular bath will also help to use its one corner for any elements of the interior of the room. For a small bathroom, a triangular bath will be an excellent solution to the problem of small space, as it allows you to save considerable space.

A large number of models of corner baths are equipped with built-in shelves and places for storage of personal care products, which helps to optimize the space of the room and make it as functional and comfortable as possible.

The dimensions of these bathtubs range from 1.20 to 1.85 meters, which makes it possible to choose the option that is best for your bathroom. Very useful is the fact that they can have both a left-hand and a right-hand version, and this will greatly help in the installation and connection.

Different manufacturers offer their own range of bathtubs. For example, Ravak produces symmetrical bathtubs: 1,3x1,3 m, 1,4х1,4 m, 1,5х1,5 m, a number of asymmetrical bathtubs are much larger: 1,7х1,05 m, 1,4х1,05 m, 1,85х1.05 m, 1.5х1.0 m, 1.6х1.05 m, 1.5х1.05 m, 1.7х1.1 m, 1.5х0.75 m and 1.6х0.75 m.

Before buying a corner bath you should familiarize yourself with the list of quality manufacturers in order to purchase a good product that meets all parameters.

Honored popularity was granted to the brands of Italian, Slovenian, Latvian and Chinese production. But the most popular and expensive are, of course, corner baths from Italy. They are characterized by high quality characteristics, practicality and unique design solutions. The Italian bathtub will always give every bathroom a luxury, elegance and originality. In Europe, such baths are often installed directly in the bedrooms.

Basically, the manufacturer's warranty for a triangular bath of acrylic - five years, and already additional details can be replaced within ten years.

Corner baths have already earned an excellent reputation among buyers. But in addition to the advantages, they also have some drawbacks. Let's look at this in more detail.

The advantages of using a corner bath are:

• is a wonderful piece of interior .Bath is able to embellish any bathroom, as well as to introduce originality and uniqueness in the design of the room
• fashionable and luxurious bath is in great demand among owners of large apartments and private houses. Indeed, large rooms can be installed not only baths of various modifications, but mini pools
• convenience in use. Diagonally located bowl allows you to purchase a larger bath, as a result, taking a bath will be a comfortable time for forwarding.

The disadvantages of using the following:

• Minor space savings. The smallest size of this kind of bath is 0,9х0,9 m. If, for example, to take a bathroom in "Khrushchev", then such a bath will occupy almost the whole space. You can talk about saving space if you install a rectangular model, one corner of which will be chamfered.
• Price policy. Corner baths are usually more expensive than conventional baths. For pleasure it is worth paying - this rule concerns the purchase of a corner bath.
• High sensitivity to detergents. Do not use abrasive detergents and hard jaws that can damage the integrity of the
• coating. When cleaning the bathroom, it is difficult for the owners to wash the corner bath , because its dimensions are wide enough, and to wash it, you have to climb into it with your feet. About what to wash an acrylic bath, read our other article.
• Water consumption increases. The average capacity of a corner bath ranges from two hundred to four hundred liters of water. Therefore, it will take a long time to wait until the water in the tub is typed, and also the volume of water used will increase substantially.

Before installation, measure the angles and evenness of the walls. They should be even and have an angle of ninety degrees. If there are irregularities on the walls, then this defect should be removed. If there is a tile on the walls and its installation took place, not observing the accuracy of the angles, then you need to be prepared that during installation the corner bath will not lie flat against the wall. Therefore, to begin with, you should choose a future bath and plumbing, and only then go to the repair in the bathroom.

Installation of the bath design can be carried out in two ways:

1. Mounting on the base, which is prepared in advance.

2. Installation on legs and brackets made of metal.

To install the bath on the base, first it should be attached to the walls of the , make sure that all surfaces are evenly joined and only then go to the formation of the base. For this, you can use bricks, blocks or mortar.

After laying the substrate, wait one to two days for the to properly grasp and then install the bath.

The installed bath should be connected to power, drain and water. And make a test run of all systems - fill the bath and check for leaks. If there is no leak, then everything is done correctly.

If the bath does not fit snugly against the wall, then seal the walls with silicone sealant , and then cover it with a special tape or use a plinth for the bath.

When buying a steel bath, you should pay special attention to its installation. It should be attached to the hermetically sealed to create less noise.

The standard corner bath has approximately 1.5-1.6 meters, is almost the same size as the rectangular bath, , but its volume will be much larger. In the corner bathroom can immediately fit two people and feel comfortable.

When buying a bath, it should be taken into account that it can be right-handed and left-handed, as well as asymmetrical and symmetrical, its sides can be different or identical. During the selection of the bath, also take note of the information about the sink.

Before buying a bath you need to measure the room, determine the shape and dimensions of this product to know which model is right for you and your bathroom. The size can not be determined by eye, since visually the bath seems much larger than can accommodate your room. And remember that a bath of rectangular design will occupy more room in the room than a corner.