The popularity of the sit-down baths of small sizes is due to a number of reasons. Home - additional free space. This is especially interesting for owners of small apartments. A large tank takes up a lot of space. Whereas the compact size and the hip bath allow you to integrate additional household appliances.
The first sit-down washes were produced for hospitals, sanatoriums, and boarding houses. It is much more difficult for seriously ill patients, disabled people to perform hygiene procedures in a large sink. SPA and medical complexes with immersion of individual parts of the body in water with mineral, mud, herbal supplements are still widespread.
Advantages and disadvantages
The main advantage is the freeing up of the bathroom area.
A miniature bathtub with a seat is a great option for families with the elderly and young children. The safety of taking procedures in such a font is much higher than in a traditional container.
A seated font is needed for regular treatment sessions.
Efficiency - water consumption is 2 - 3 times lower.
Dimensions are the advantage and disadvantage of plumbing. The impossibility of adopting a full-fledged procedure scares off consumers. However, this is the only negative.
Small bath size
For small-sized premises, you can choose special miniature bathtubs, which are in the assortment of products from various companies that produce plumbing. As a rule, they are 135 centimeters long.
For medium-sized rooms, you can choose a model made of complex acrylic material (asymmetric). Its length is 150 centimeters. The width varies within different limits, depending on the shape of the product. Typically, these tubs require 140 to 200 liters of water to fill. And only for spacious rooms baths with impressive dimensions - from 180 centimeters are suitable. If space permits, you can install a two-seater model with a capacity of 1000 liters. Acrylic models of asymmetric shapes are universal, they fit perfectly into bathrooms of various sizes.
The form
The parameter plays a leading role in terms of ergonomics. Mass production offers three types of seating bathtubs:
- rectangular,
- square,
- non-standard - round, oval, angular.
In a small area, rectangular and square seating devices are best built. The situation is more complicated with round and oval bowls. However, it all depends on the size of the device. The layout of the premises will help to competently dispose of the free space.
How to choose the right bath
The very first and most obvious constraint that you will have to face is, of course, the size of the bathroom. In addition to the bathroom, a washing machine should also fit in this small room, it is also important to consider the space for installing the necessary furniture and for free movement in the bathroom.
When choosing a bath, do not forget about the comfort and convenience of using it, that is, it is important to choose a bath with the optimal volume. The fact is that with the same dimensions, the volume of different models of bathtubs may differ.
The best option for choosing a bath will be one in which you can take a reclining position. At the same time, your legs should be extended, and your knees should not protrude from the water, so that the temperature difference does not irritate you.
When choosing the width of the bathroom, focus on your complexion, it is desirable that five centimeters on each side remain to the edge of the sides.
Additional functions
Manufacturers offer additional features. The richest set, of course, is in the whirlpool baths.
Hydromassage - bottom and / or side.
Aromatherapy - saturating the air space of the room with the smells of medicinal herbs.
Acupuncture massage - exposure to water jets through the side nozzles of the bath.
Thermoblock - makes it possible to program and maintain the desired temperature of the water flow.
Anti-slip coating - a special anti-slip layer.
The door is a useful item for families with small children. Bathtubs with a door are also suitable for people with disabilities.
The main types of baths
In our modern stores, showcases showcase bathtubs of various shapes, sizes, colors that can decorate any bathroom interior. Maximum comfort from staying there will be ensured by correctly selected sanitary ware from all kinds of materials. Let's consider more specifically their main aspects.
Cast iron
Time-tested cast iron products are characterized by their practicality. They have a number of advantages over their counterparts in the form:
- Optimal price with maximum quality;
- Stability and durability;
- Excellent thermotechnical properties, as they keep warm well.
Usually, such cast-iron plumbing fixtures are traditionally produced in the form of a straight or elliptical font, since it is quite problematic to give these products a different, more complex silhouette. In various sizes, they can be small, medium, large.
Small cast-iron bathtubs are between 120 and 130 centimeters long and 70 centimeters wide. They hold 140 liters of bathing water in their tank.
Medium and large models range in length from 150 to 180 centimeters, and widths from 65 to 70 cm. Medium and large models can contain from 170 to 195 liters of water in the total volume of the bowl.
Due to their high weight, cast iron baths are installed on cast supports, which are rigidly attached to their body. For ease of use, these plumbing products are equipped with special handles to make it easier to sit down, lie down and then stand up. For normal operation of the drain siphon, the distance from the plane of the bottom of the bath to the floor must be at least 14.5 centimeters.
Steel
When choosing plumbing, a steel bathtub is an easy and affordable option in the price range, its wall thickness reaches 3 mm. The coating of steel sanitary ware is identical to the coating of cast iron counterparts. Steel bathtubs are produced by the plumbing industry with the same parameters, they consume as many liters of water as cast iron ones.
The advantages of steel products are:
- Low weight;
- Affordable price area;
- Lightweight installation.
However, their disadvantages can be noted:
- Low sound insulation;
- Deflection of a thin bottom zone under heavy weight, which can reduce the life of the outer layer of the enamel coating.
To remove noise from the flow of water being drawn in these bathtubs, special rubber gaskets or high-quality mixers will help to improve sound insulation. Sanitary codes and building codes recommend installing the top of the bath rim to the level of the finished floor by 60 or 50 cm for all bathrooms.
Acrylic
Acrylic bathtubs made of comfortable, lightweight, high-quality material, which have firmly entered our life, have many positive aspects, such as:
- High temperature resistance with bactericidal properties;
- Easy, fast, cost-free installation;
- A wide range of color solutions that allows you to fit a bathroom of any color into any interior of a hygiene room.
In addition to standard overall dimensions, namely lengths within 120 - 190 cm and widths 70 - 170 centimeters, they can be additionally manufactured in various dimensional variations.
The fixing of the acrylic sanitary ware takes place with the help of adjusting screw feet or it is installed on bricks or special supports. The height from the floor should remain constant, as in the previous counterparts 50 -60 cm.
Acrylic baths are perfect for small rooms. They allow the human body to take comfortable bath procedures in them without overloading the spine.
Varieties of forms of acrylic sanitary ware
Photo of the minimum size of the bathroom
Thanks to the special properties of acrylic material, innovative plumbing, ergonomic and design technologies make it possible to manufacture bathrooms of various shapes from them. They can be perfectly located both in small and large rooms with the installation of European standard bathtubs.
Both in the first and in the second cases, corner baths are perfectly positioned in these rooms. They free up a certain area for the installation of furniture or household appliances such as washing machines on it.
These baths can be manufactured:
- Symmetrical or asymmetrical;
- Right-handed or left-handed;
- With a different design of the end sides, which significantly facilitate their installation and connection to the drainage system.
Installation of hydromassage acrylic bathtubs of the jacuzzi type in many apartments or country houses today is not an ephemeral dream of a good life, but a very real reality of a comfortable comfortable plumbing unit.
The disadvantage of acrylic products is fragility, especially at the sides of the bath. However, if it is installed correctly, this drawback is practically eliminated.
The installation dimensions of acrylic bathrooms are carried out in accordance with sanitary rules, maintaining the distance of their installation from the floor level for the arrangement of sewer communications.
Decorating or using optional accessories
The volume of standard acrylic bathtubs changes when non-standard elements are applied to them in the form of:
- Armrests or headrests;
- Various angles of inclination of the side and end walls;
- Decorative panels;
- All kinds of recesses;
- Built-in partitions;
- Corner shelves.
Increasing the depth and angle of the walls allows making acrylic bathtubs of large volumes, which means increasing the number of liters of water consumed for taking hygienic procedures. To create a mood during bathing, medium to large acrylic products can be equipped with additional hydromassage jets, auto flush options or halogen lights.
Sitting bath: care and modern methods of restoration
In order for the plumbing to retain its original appearance for a long time, it is necessary to properly and timely care for:
- After each bath, the bowl must be rinsed with a warm water jet under pressure.
- Cleaning should be carried out at least once a week using non-aggressive cleaning agents. They are different for enamel and acrylic.
- Do not use abrasive sponges or wipes. Even on resistant enamel, with the systematic use of such materials, the polishing layer will be damaged.
- When installing deep baths, the level should be monitored. If the slope is incorrect, the water in the drain area will stagnate and form a deposit. It is difficult to remove stubborn deposits, sometimes it is impossible to get rid of them completely.
Bath should be cleaned once a week using non-aggressive cleaning agents.
Any thing wears out during use. Damage is also possible on the surfaces of the bathtubs.The modern level of technology development allows for the restoration of products from all materials used:
- The enamel layer of metal baths is renewed with a similar composition. Alternatively, it is possible to apply acrylic overlays to the inner surface.
- Restoration of the acrylic surface by pouring. Liquid acrylic is poured onto the prepared surface of the bowl, fills the pores and cracks, the product takes on the appearance of a new one.
Designers and manufacturers offer a variety of sitz bath options. Craftsmen will restore damaged plumbing if necessary. There are many opportunities to equip a comfortable bathroom, even with its small size.
What it is?
Hip baths are really becoming more and more popular today. Owners of large houses choose such plumbing as an addition, and owners of small apartments buy a sit-down bath to save space.
Many people think that sitz baths are a new type of plumbing, but this is not entirely true, because they were used in ancient times. So, the Japanese used a wooden barrel to take water procedures. The height of the product should be such that, in a sitting position, water reaches the person up to the neck.
But technologies do not stand still, and today, instead of wooden barrels, full-fledged small-sized bathtubs are used, which are made of acrylic or cast iron. This made it possible to make the structure more durable and resistant to increased moisture.
Photos of sitz baths on the Internet: what needs to be assessed
All photos of bathtubs posted on the Internet should be divided into two categories: exhibition models, demonstrating an interesting design, and sold commercial products. Both selections are worth viewing. This will significantly complement the information baggage about this type of plumbing.
Some sit-down bathtubs decorate the interior rather than provide a comfortable use.
But it is necessary to use the knowledge gained correctly. Online shops and selling sites offer sitz bath photos, sizes and prices. The information is specific, it remains to compare only your own desires, capabilities and compliance with the available technical conditions.
The presented interiors with seated bathtubs can suggest the design idea, demonstrate typical and exclusive plumbing options. But it is not always possible to find the model you have seen on sale.
It should be noted that trading companies most often identify small and sit-down baths. Therefore, if you want to find an option with a ledge, you will have to spend a decent amount of time searching.
Small sit-down bathtubs of a classic rectangular shape are presented in interiors in limited quantities, but they are the most among the commercial ones. And this is also not an accident. Many interesting design models decorate the interior more than provide comfortable use.
Classic rectangular bathrooms are among the most sold items
Helpful advice! Before purchasing a sitz bath through an online store (based on visual assessment), it is imperative to calculate the correspondence of the internal volume of the product to real needs.
Pros and cons
The main advantage of the sit-down bath is its compactness - it fits easily even in the smallest bathrooms.
Among its other advantages, it is advisable to highlight the following:
- it is ideal for disabled and elderly people - if it is equipped with special handrails, then it will be very easy for a person with health problems to enter it;
- very convenient for pregnant women, since, as you know, it is quite difficult for them to bend over and raise their legs high, and they should also avoid stress on the abdominal muscles;
- this is a godsend for those who cannot take a bath while lying down (for example, people with a weak heart).
However, this plumbing item also has a significant drawback - these are small sizes for a normal person - not everyone will be comfortable sitting in the bathroom.
Dimensions (edit)
When choosing a bathtub for a small apartment, first of all, you need to take into account its dimensions. The optimal parameters have been developed by the designers:
- Small, the overall size of such a bath is 100x70 centimeters
- Medium, they are closer to the standards of a regular bath, their overall size is 120x70, 150x70 centimeters.
- Large, dimensions are 120x110 centimeters.
The most suitable for a small apartment are baths - 100x70, 120x70 centimeters.
