In addition to the bedroom and sofa paralysis, the way to relieve fatigue and enjoy yourself is probably to take a bath or a bath.
So the question is, what way to choose to take a bath to make happiness up? According to the size, layout and design style of the bathroom space, each type of choice is also different.
Below, we discuss how to make “bath” comfortable.
Shower or shower curtain? The style of the shower should still be selected according to the size of the bathroom space and usage habits.
shower room
What are the advantages of choosing a shower room?
First of all, the shower room can achieve dry and wet separation and prevent slipping. It is also beneficial to prolong the service life of bathroom cabinets and appliances.
Secondly, the heat source of the enclosed shower room is not easy to lose, the thermal insulation effect is good, and the bathing in winter is more comfortable.
So, how much space is suitable for a shower room?
In terms of practicality, the minimum use space of the shower room should be 900mm x 900mm. Note that here refers to the inner diameter, plus the thickness of the glass and wall tiles, at least 950mmx950mm of space should be reserved.
Common shower rooms are: inline, square, arc, and diamond.
·In-line shower room
If you need to bathe the child and want to choose a shower room, then the one-line shower room is a good choice. The size of the shower room should be ≥900mmx1200mm, so that it can accommodate an adult and a child, and an ordinary children’s bathtub can also fit.
·Square & arc shower room
The square and arc shower rooms are the same in size calculation, they are all length x width, generally 900mmx900mm, and larger ones are 1000x1000mm. Square type opening and closing is flat opening type, and arc type is push-pull type.
Under the same size, the square type has more space than the arc type, but the arc type is more space-saving. In addition, the square shower room has sharp edges and corners, which is prone to bumps and injuries. If there are elderly people at home, it is recommended to choose an arc shower room.
·Diamond type
The diamond type is equivalent to a square cut with a corner, and the space utilization rate is higher, and the size is the same as that of the square.
The advantage of the diamond type is that the door faces the center of the space, making it easier to open and close.
When choosing a shower room, pay attention to:
Glass: Both tempered glass and vandal-proof glass are available. Explosion-proof glass will not produce fragments after breaking; tempered glass is strong, and becomes glass particles after breaking, which can reduce damage to the human body.
Thickness: The common thickness of glass is 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, generally 8mm is enough.
Frame material: There are mainly two kinds of aluminum alloy and stainless steel. Aluminum alloy is cheap, and the strength and durability of stainless steel will be better.
shower curtain
There is not much difference in the appearance of shower curtains, mainly because of the different materials, which are generally divided into PEVA, EVA and PVC materials.
·PEVA, EVA shower curtain
Both are green and environmentally friendly materials, and the shower curtain made of them has good drape, soft and smooth, no irritating odor, and the price is relatively cheap.
·PVC shower curtain
The environmental protection is poor, but the transparency of PVC is good, the printing effect is better than other materials, and there are many styles.
Because the shower curtain cannot prevent the ground water from leaking, it is generally necessary to install a water stop.
Magnetic strips can be installed on the inner side of the water stop and the lower edge of the shower curtain, so that the shower curtain and the water stop can be adsorbed together to form a closed effect.
After the shower curtain is used, it should be stretched out and the indoor ventilation should be kept to prevent the shower curtain from being damp and moldy.
“You can lie down and never stand”, the bathtub realizes people’s pursuit of “comfortable bathing”, and also derives different usage scenarios.
How to choose a bathtub?
·Acrylic bathtub
It is characterized by good heat preservation, high cost performance, and many modeling options, which can meet the bathroom space of different sizes. Especially when the space is small, it can be less than 1.2 meters long, and it will be taller than other bathtubs, ensuring the comfort of use.
The disadvantage is that the surface is easy to yellow after a long time, the wear resistance is poor, and highly alkaline cleaning products cannot be used.
Small bathtubs can also be equipped with storage compartments to improve space utilization.
· Cast iron bathtub
That is, the frame is made of cast iron, and the surface is covered with a layer of ceramic. The biggest feature is that it is strong and durable, not easy to change color and crack. The disadvantage is that the price is high, the style is single and the volume is too large.
If a custom size is required, a cast iron tub is not recommended.
·Artificial stone bathtub
The main feature of the artificial stone bathtub is good thermal insulation, which is better than other materials in terms of shaping, antibacterial, antifouling, and thermal insulation.
But it is very bulky, and the price is relatively high. If you don’t pursue beauty too much, you don’t have to choose an artificial stone bathtub.
How should the bathtub be placed?
There are two main ways to place the bathtub, one is freestanding and the other is embedded, and different forms have different requirements on the material of the bathtub.
·Detached
The advantages of a freestanding bathtub are that it looks good, is more flexible in placement, and can be used with a side table, but requires a larger bathroom space. It is best to choose a durable cast iron or artificial stone bathtub.
The installation of the freestanding bathtub is also more flexible, just make sure that the bottom is connected to the drain port, and the faucet is connected to the water inlet pipe.
▲Wall outlet
▲One-piece water outlet
▲Independent water outlet
In addition, the freestanding bathtub can also be placed in the corner. It is recommended to choose an acrylic bathtub, which is easy to customize in size.
You can also choose different types like the shower room, such as fan type and diamond type.
·Built-in bathtub
It is generally suitable for bathrooms with sufficient space, and its biggest advantage is that it is easy to maintain. To choose a built-in bathtub, you need to determine the size of the bathtub in advance, and then put the bathtub in after the countertop is made.
Because the built-in bathtub is not easy to replace, it is recommended to choose a cast iron bathtub with a long service life. The countertop of the built-in bathtub is generally made of brick structure, and the surface can be selected from ceramic tile, marble or moisture-proof wood.
Generally, a hidden inspection port will be left at the bottom of the bath table to facilitate later maintenance.
· Bathtub for the elderly
In order to facilitate the use of the elderly, you can choose a walk-in bathtub. The design of the door avoids the trouble of stepping into the bathtub, and at the same time prevents falling due to slipping on the ground. And designed seats, you can sit and enjoy the bath slowly.
· Combined shower and bathtub
Take a shower first, then take a bath, clean and comfortable.
If there is enough space, you can also separate the shower from the bath, add a curtain in the middle (or not), and you can use it at the same time.
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