Stands for pedicure: varieties and tips for choosing

A special footboard for the bath is a mandatory attribute of any pedicure cabinet, but can also be purchased for working with legs at home. Such a stand is convenient in many ways and helps to make a quality pedicure.

The pedicure footboard is a small stool that can be built into a chair or look like a multifunctional combine. In the salon, it is necessary for the master, as it facilitates his work. The absence of such a device for a specialist can be fraught with many health problems - it helps him to avoid diseases associated with vision, musculoskeletal system, reduces the risk of allergies against the background of constant contact with nail dust.

When an employee does not experience stress, it is convenient for him to work, and a qualitative result is ensured. In addition, this piece of furniture is needed so that during the procedure moisture and special products do not get on the client’s clothes. But the functional purpose of the stand is not limited to this - first of all, it creates conditions comfortable for the person who came to the pedicure.

In addition, some procedures can take a long time, for example, with nail fungus pedicure of one leg takes at least an hour. Therefore, it is necessary that a person does not experience discomfort and fatigue. Now for home foot care there is an opportunity to buy various models of such a device, differing in size, shape and cost.However, from such a wide range it is difficult to choose something specific, so it is advisable to know the features of some supports.

Any pedicure stand bought or made by yourself should meet several important requirements.

When choosing a model, attention should be paid to the following nuances:

• first of all, the stand should be functional, that is, suitable for various procedures that accompany the pedicure process (some models are equipped not only with a platform for the bath, but also with shelves for pedicure tools and creams, a vacuum cleaner);
• the weight of the fixture frame is also important, especially if the footboard is purchased for visits to customers, the availability of removable parts will also be the best option;
• adjustment is one of the important characteristics of special equipment, so you need to pay attention to the fact that it can be regulated according to different parameters, and not just in height;

• if the model is portable, it must be stable, if there are wheels, you should see if they are firmly fixed, and there can be no gaps between the legs and the floor;
• if this is a supply for the legs, then the ottoman should have soft sides and an anatomical notch under the foot;
• you can learn about the quality of the footboard by looking at what material it is made of - if it is plastic, then it must be of high quality;
• it is good if the frame and legs of the product are made of stainless steel, and as a upholstery it is worth choosing a fabric resistant to moisture, or a strong leather substitute.

Standard hygiene standards also impose certain requirements on equipment. The possibility of a disinfecting treatment of furniture with a highly concentrated solution of ethyl alcohol is considered important. That is why the synthetic skin substitute, which is most often used in the manufacture of foot poufs, must be of good quality, and after wiping, maintain color and original, characteristic shine. To determine which stand is needed, it does not hurt to get acquainted with the varieties of this attribute.

Today on sale you can find different coasters, from simple benches to multifunctional combined devices. Of course, their appearance can be very different.

• Perhaps the easiest option is stationary foot shelf with a characteristic recess, soft and with height adjustment. As a rule, it is upholstered with material that is easy to clean, you can use the model both in the salon and at home. The most accessible and popular example of such equipment is the SP Panda stand, the bar of which is able to extend 97 cm. This is ideal for craftsmen engaged in private activities, but also suitable for small salons.
• For those leaving home, the masters are more in demand tripod support with ottoman, which is also adjustable in angle of inclination, in addition, it is lightweight, reliable, quickly folds and unfolds. The most convenient device is the ZD-F10, made in three color options (white, black and monochrome).

• Foot bath stand can be sold separately, the main requirement for it is optimal stability. But it’s wiser to buy a model equipped with a footboard - this is a combination of a platform for a bath and a comfortable soft padded stool made of waterproof material. A popular Polish Panda harvester is considered a popular model. It has wheels, an ottoman made of high-quality leatherette and a rubberized platform.
• Vacuum cleaner, allowing you to clean the space from the cut-off keratinous particles after processing the legs with a grinding file, is also needed. The equipment is equipped with a dust bag, which is located at the bottom of the stand.Such a kit can be advised to purchase masters who carry out hardware pedicure.

Mobile models are, in most cases, multifunctional stands equipped with shelves, drawers mounted on the module. They necessarily have a footboard, a platform for the bath and even heating. Mobile harvesters are moved by means of wheels equipped with clamps. Typically, these modifications are used in the salon, where various professional services are provided in addition to pedicure.

Serious stationary fixtures are the prerogative of specialized salons, where each procedure has a separate cabinet, which is equipped in accordance with the purpose.

For elite salons, a rather expensive pedicure kit can be chosen, for example, the Italian stand Pedi Trolley, which includes a foot pillow and a bathtub with a set of 100 hygienic inserts. The advantage of the design is the convenient adjustment of the positions and wheels to give them greater stability. This is a mobile harvester with a bathtub, equipped with three modes of vibration massage, heating and an adjustable sensor for heating the water.

So, high-quality pedicure equipment should have many positive characteristics - be convenient, stable and wear-resistant, and the furniture should fit into the overall design of the salon. However, this is not always the most expensive brand-name stand; there are also affordable models that fully comply with quality standards. You just need to spend a little time to get acquainted with real reviews of people who have already used such options and made up their own opinions about them.

In the next video you will find an overview of the equipment for the pedicure cabinet from a professional.