About ten years ago, when triangular bathtubs began to appear on the Russian plumbing market, in most cases they caused bewilderment among consumers. Currently, a triangular bathtub has become commonplace in many apartments, since in addition to convenience and comfort, it significantly saves space in small bathrooms. Some inhabitants often confuse such a product with a corner bath, but this is not so.
Features
Like a corner bath, a triangular bathtub can have a right angle, thanks to which it can be installed in any corner of your room for hygiene procedures. Today's manufacturers are ready to provide you with models, taking into account the most daring wishes. Even in the smallest bathroom, you can install a triangular model, giving the room an elegant look. Sales of such bathtubs are currently leading in the plumbing market, as buyers are happy to note their merits:
- functionality - they fit into the design of the bathroom of any size;
- compactness - models do not have generally accepted standard sizes, it all depends on the wishes of the client;
- creativity - the design of products surprises with its originality and bright colors.
Thanks to their features, triangular bathtubs look great in apartments, in hotels, and in spa salons.
In addition to visual comfort, such a product can be equipped with various modern hydromassage devices:
- for a simple back massage;
- air massage - a function that is increasingly interested in potential consumers;
- devices for acupressure body massage.
The following factors can be attributed to their advantages:
- easy care: the bathroom is easy to clean and fairly resistant to any chemical influences;
- made of hypoallergenic materials;
- low thermal conductivity, that is, perfectly retain heat;
- durability and wear resistance.
Species overview
The visual unusualness of the triangular model allows you to quite successfully beat it in various interiors. In some cases, such a bathtub looks perfect framed by wooden or stone countertops. If necessary, they can be placed tubes of shampoos and creams, laid out towels, and in special cases to place scented candles. Sometimes designers propose to emphasize the whiteness of an acrylic bath with glass inserts and an unusual highlight of water.
Triangular bathtubs can be divided by type of bowl:
- with sharp corners;
- with rounded corners;
- round or oval bowls;
- a bowl is a flower.
Oval or round bowl, despite the external aesthetics, significantly reduce the volume of the entire capacity, the flower bowl allows you to use the place in an original way. Each "petal" of it is a niche or a seat for a swimmer.
Depending on the preferences of users, such models may be single or double. In small bathrooms, you can install a model with a seat, it is very convenient, according to consumer reviews.
Materials
Many users attribute triangular bathtubs to luxury plumbing, which implies that they must be made of quality materials.
A bathtub made of acrylic, a lightweight, polymer material made of rubber, visually resembles plastic.
Acrylic, as you know, is easy to clean, perfectly absorbs sounds and retains heat. Products made of it do not cause any allergies, they are pleasant to the touch, its white color is irresistible - therefore acrylic bathtubs are very popular.
The average life of an acrylic bath is up to 30 years. The service life of the injection bath is guaranteed, this model can withstand weight up to 500 kilograms.
Another high-quality material from which triangular bathtubs are made is kvar, a mixture of acrylic and quartz. Such a “union” ensures the strength of the model and durability. Various additional impurities in the composition of the qvar can achieve rich colors, flexibility and smoothness.
Quaril products are easy to wash, they have excellent sound insulation, they are not afraid of corrosion processes.
Some users prefer the classics - triangular cast iron products from which bathtubs have been produced for over 300 years. A model made of cast iron heats water very quickly, but it is also cooled in such a capacity very quickly. The weight of the product is significant, and the surface of the cast-iron bath can be damaged mechanically.
Very expensive and just as sophisticated are rightfully considered today. triangular patterns of precious wood. Such instances can hardly be found in stores, most often they are carried out on an individual order. This model looks exquisite and makes your bathroom unique.
Recently gaining popularity and bath marble. Their price also periodically rolls over, but the owner of such a “masterpiece” can rightfully be considered a connoisseur of beauty. Often order bathtubs made of artificial cast marble - such material is much cheaper.
Dimensions
Sure, so that the triangular bathtub looks in all its glory, it is better that the room is spacious. Then your design imagination will have no limits. But in small rooms you can install a model that makes the space functional.
The standard size of the structure, most often found in stores, is 1.25x1.25m. The depth of the bowl is a little more than 60 cm. The maximum amount of water allowed at these dimensions is 300 liters.
Small-sized constructions include models no larger than 1 m in width and length.
If the footage of your room is large, then you can afford a structure with a size of 1.78x1.78m.It is almost a small pool with a depth of 78cm and a water volume of up to 550 liters.
Manufacturers
Today, plumbing manufacturers offer a huge number of triangular options for every taste. The most popular are products of Italian and Czech companies.
- Ravak - Czech manufacturers of bathroom equipment have been known since 1991. Today they present on the world market ready-made solutions for the bathroom, accessories, ceramics and a great variety of related products.
- Appollo, a manufacturer from China, has long been firmly ranked among the highest ratings in the world of plumbing.
Italian plumbing does not need advertising, it is considered the best in the world. Their products are characterized by impeccable design and quality.
- Albatros - The brand, one of the three leading Italian manufacturers, is the developer of the innovative hypoallergenic material WhiVe (White Velvet).
- Teuco guzzini in the plumbing market since the 70s of the last century, it represents advanced models of bathtubs, high-quality and wear-resistant.
How to choose?
When buying a bath, you need to consider a number of important points.
- Choosing a triangular design in the shower room, focus on the footage of the room. In a small one it is better to install an asymmetric model, pay attention to the material from which it is made: for example, the thickness of the acrylic coating should be at least 6 mm.
- When choosing a hydromassage model, carefully read its packaging to get the most out of it.
- If you want to hang curtains over the product, you need to make sure that the kit includes bars of the same bend.
- The unpleasant chemical smell of the new product indicates a low quality of raw materials.
Beautiful examples in the interior
The interior of a small bathtub with a triangular model can be decorated with pastel colors: discreet, warm. Arrange candles, bottles of different shapes and colors, and use aromatic oils.
Classical, white models framed by mosaics or decorative patterns of contrasting colors look interesting. You can use glass inserts and highlights.
Built-in lighting is a feature of such a bathroom; it can be installed on mirrors and under shelves. Soft lighting will add a romantic atmosphere.
Do not be afraid to fantasize: in today's market the assortment of triangular bathtubs is huge, it all depends on your desire to create a real masterpiece.
You will learn about the pros and cons of angular triangular baths from the video below.
