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What acrylic bath?
Add: 15.09.2021 20:10:37
Supporters of long relaxation in warm water cannot imagine a bathroom without a bathtub. No wonder, because a freestanding bathtub has always been equated with a home spa. When choosing it, however, we encounter dilemmas: acrylic or steel bathtub, or maybe a cast iron bathtub? In this article, we will look at the former, the most frequently purchased by customers.
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Acrylic bathtubs
Acrylic is a plastic that is easy to shape, so bathtubs made of this material can take the most sophisticated shapes. For this reason, acrylic bathtubs gained popularity in the 90s of the twentieth century, thus revolutionizing the face of the bathroom. Over time, however, they proved that plasticity is only one of their main advantages.
Properties of acrylic bathtubs
Acrylic bathtubs have a number of features that distinguish them from others made of cast iron or steel. These are, among others: durability, resistance to discoloration, lightness, easy installation and repair, the possibility of installing a hydro massage system or chromotherapy. Thus, acrylic bathtubs are a product that will not only serve us for many years, but also perfectly fit into the decor of our bathroom.
The tub is not equal to the tub
Before buying a bathtub, we should pay attention to what plate it was made of. They may differ in thickness, which will affect its service life. But not always coarser is better. It is worth paying attention to whether the manufacturer of acrylic bathtubs meets the PN-EN14516 + A1: 2010 standard, which requires the contractor to make it from an acrylic plate with a minimum thickness of 2.5 mm.
An acrylic bathtub made of a thicker plate also has a thicker abrasive layer, which makes it easier to remove scratches and damage from it. Some models are additionally reinforced with a mixture of polyester resin and glass fiber. A high-quality acrylic plate is also more resistant to UV radiation, which means that it will not change its color in contact with sunlight.
Oval or corner bathtub?
The shape of the acrylic bathtub should match the bathroom. Its size is also important. First, we should carefully measure the recess in which we want to install the acrylic bathtub. The length and width of both the bathtub and the space are the necessary dimensions that you need to know.
When choosing the shape of the bathtub, we have an almost unlimited choice: oval, rectangular and corner bathtubs are just some of the models that we can buy. Their size and shape, however, will largely depend on the bathroom in which it will be located. A freestanding bathtub is usually the focal point of a bathroom, therefore it must be properly integrated into its decor.
Its housing is also of great importance. If you do not plan that our free-standing bathtub is covered with e.g. tiles, it is worth considering purchasing a different housing.
Why is it worth choosing acrylic bathtubs?
We mentioned the benefits of bathtubs at the beginning of this article. Their users agree that they are warm to the touch, smooth and easy to clean. Freestanding acrylic bathtubs are extremely hygienic. They are resistant to discoloration that may arise under the influence of rust or limescale from water. They also have antibacterial properties. They keep the water temperature better than steel bathtubs, but worse than cast iron ones. They are also sound-absorbing, which means that when pouring water, they are not accompanied by noise, and all this at an extremely favorable price.
