Deep shower trays: features, varieties and choices

Today, shower cabins are in particular demand as plumbing for residential premises, saunas, spa salons, hotels or resorts. Among the available varieties of pallets, deep designs that have a number of individual characteristics are becoming increasingly popular.

Such plumbing is notable for its positive and negative features. The advantages of pallets with high sides include the following factors.

• This product can rightfully be considered multifunctional. This is due to the ability to use a shower cabin with such a design as a small bathroom. This nuance in the arrangement of a small bathroom will make it possible to rationally use the available square meters of the room.
• As practice shows, in such a cabin air warms up several times faster during water procedures, which makes them more comfortable.
• On sale there are varieties of high pallets, additionally equipped with a removable seat. This option will be the best solution for exploitation by people of old age, with limited physical abilities.
• Deep pallets are a great choice for families with small children. Such designs in terms of operation will be much more convenient.
• Showers of this configuration are characterized by ease of installation.
• The ability to additionally equip the design with a hydromassage or other useful device makes it even more popular.
• Options with high sides will be a real find for families where there are pets. In such a mini-bath it will be much more convenient to carry out hygienic procedures for even large dogs.
• Most of the products of this kind presented have a classic design. This makes it possible to concisely fit the cabin with high sides into any interior of the bathroom.

Today, the products of this line are presented in various variations regarding the raw materials used for production. Most often, pallets are made of materials having the following characteristics:

• resistance to mechanical damage;
• high level of sound insulation;
• good thermal insulation performance;
• ease in leaving and operation.

Among the materials that are able to meet such requirements, it is necessary to highlight the main ones.

The most popular type of sanitary raw materials that can be used for the production of mini-baths with high sides. Acrylic shower trays notable for their external appeal, a variety of shapes and sizes.

Material stands out for its wear resistance, such structures can easily be equipped with additional useful devices for showering.

Another popular material used for the manufacture of various kinds of plumbing. The material is characterized by good quality characteristics, has a long service life, exceeding by 2 times the similar performance of acrylic pallets. However, heating up the cast iron will require more time, but after the pallet has reached the desired temperature, it will retain the heat of its walls for a long time.

Such deep shower products are popular due to their attractive appearance, in light of which a design of this kind in the bathroom can become a real decoration of any room. Ceramics, as well as cast iron, will require a little more time to warm up, but the ability to retain heat in the material is at the proper level.

Innovative imported material from which pallets with high sides are also made. Material has high rates resistance to mechanical damage, designs are notable for their maintainability. As a rule, the walls of such products will have a greater thickness, which will positively affect the preservation of heat inside, as well as sound insulation.

The category of expensive plumbing, which is in demand due to its unique attractiveness, as well as the durability and wear resistance of raw materials. The stone provides good sound insulation, perfectly retains heat inside the structure. As a rule, porcelain or marble is used in the production of mini-baths.

Modern manufacturers of sanitary ware offer consumers the pallets of the following forms:

• rectangular;
• semicircular;
• square;
• asymmetric;
• multifaceted.

The first two varieties are the most popular, as well as convenient in terms of placement in the bathroom. For each form there are certain valid parameters. Rectangular options have two sides that exceed the size of the remaining length. Most often, the manufacturer makes products with parameters of 70x90 cm, 70x100 cm, 100x80 cm, 110x70 cm, 120x80 cm, 150x70 cm. The last type of pallets is used for bathtubs with a large area.

Plumbing angular type is measured, taking into account the length of two straight sides. As a rule, the manufacturer makes pallets with dimensions of 90x90 cm, 80x80 cm, 70x70 cm, 100x100 cm.

In addition to designs with regular shapes, there are non-standard varieties on the market that do not have any standard parameter requirements. It is these variations of shower trays that are made to order, taking into account the characteristics of the bathrooms in each case. The dimensions and shapes of asymmetric models are limited only by the imagination of the customer and the capabilities of the manufacturer.

On the market plumbing is represented by products of domestic and foreign manufacturers. Among the popular models and brands, the following brands are worth highlighting.

The design is implemented complete with a comfortable seat, which greatly expands the functionality of the cab. The model is equipped with a siphon, as well as a special system that prevents overflow of fluid over the sides, which will be convenient for any bathroom.

Acrylic tray with high sides, distinguished by its reliability indicators. Fiberglass reinforced design. The dimensions of the pallet are 83x45 centimeters.

Russian manufacturers also manufacture mini-bathtubs that fully comply with European quality standards. Among the popular brands it is worth highlighting Radomir and Bandhours, which sell their products at an affordable cost.

So that the purchase of a pallet with high sides allows us to continue to operate a really high-quality and convenient design, in the selection process, adhere to the following recommendations.

• If safety and ease of use of the cab are in the first place when studying the proposed range, then the proposed varieties should consider the nuances regarding the raw materials from which they are made, as well as such material characteristics as thermal conductivity and operating life.
• Also important is the structure of the bottom and walls of the pallet. Smooth designs may be too slippery when wet. It is most correct to consider the proposed options with a rough relief. In addition, pallets equipped with a special anti-slip coating are on sale.
• Soundproofing is a parameter that should be considered in most cases. The most noiseless will be plumbing made of acrylic or quartz, low noise absorption rates for structures made of cast iron and steel.
• The fastest design of the shower cabin will be heated by warm water, if the tray is made of acrylic, the rest of the materials will take longer.
• An important moment in the process of choosing plumbing for a bathroom will be the selection of an option that will require minimal labor and investment regarding further care. An innovative material such as quilted or well-known acrylic is two varieties whose surface does not require any special cleaning approaches. Special agents may be required to remove water deposits or other contaminants from cast iron or natural stone.
• During operation, the pallet sometimes loses its external attractiveness, scratches and other unattractive defects form on it. In terms of maintainability, acrylic and kvarilnoy plumbing also occupies the first position.Such products will be able to return to their previous attractiveness with a special paste.
• It is worth paying attention to the strength of the product. Ceramic pallets are easily damaged by mechanical shock. As for the varieties of cast iron mini-baths, to increase the strength indicators, high-quality products are covered with special enamel, which increases their wear resistance.
• You should also explore the capabilities of the pallet regarding the maximum load that the bottom of the structure can withstand. In particular, this nuance will be important if options for metal structures are considered. Steel pallets have the unpleasant feature of deforming under the weight of a person and water.
• Despite the appealing appeal of asymmetric varieties, it is worth testing a high pallet prior to purchase. This concerns the convenience and freedom of movement in it for each member of the family.

Corner designs with high sides can be a convenient solution for decorating bathrooms. Such options will decorate the interior when equipped with glass doors, providing comfort during operation.

The options, made of combined materials with a set of modern features, will help turn the bathroom into a corner for relaxation, equipped with attractive and modern fixtures.

Unusual designs will allow you to comfortably fit inside, while the bathroom will be equipped with attractive and functional fixtures.

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