In the existing variety of bathtubs on the market, it is difficult to make a choice without having an idea. Acrylic bathtubs are more and more popular, what is the advantage of acrylic bathtubs and what points you should pay attention to when choosing an acrylic bathtub, let’s consider.
How to choose an acrylic bathtub correctly:
- Raw material – The durability and wear resistance of the bath depends on the quality of the raw material. Manufacturers offer two options. Composite plastic (ABS / PMMA) has a low cost of the product, but has a number of problem areas. Microcracks, porous structure, low wear resistance. The service life is about four years. Homogeneous cast acrylic – smooth surface, high wear resistance, high quality casting. Service life up to ten years. The cost is much higher.
- Wall thickness – measure the wall thickness when choosing an acrylic bath, it is possible on the side, less than two millimeters – the product is not of high quality and will not last long, from two to four millimeters – this is an average quality, the highest quality segment ranges from four to six millimeters.
- Price factor – evaluate your capabilities and the desired result, depending on the selected price segment, it depends which store or website you go to for a bathroom, this will save you time.
- Manufacturer – when choosing an acrylic bathtub, it is worth taking seriously the choice of the manufacturer; before buying, it is worth studying the reviews of customers who already use finished products. The terms and quality of warranty service will also play an important role. A reliable brand is the key to your peace of mind.
- Maximum dimensions – how to choose an acrylic bath without knowing its dimensions, of course, you need to accurately measure in advance what is the maximum length, width and depth of the product you need.
- Design features – drain holes of your chosen bathtub, must match the terminals of the communication system in the bathroom.
- Exterior – if according to the previous points you have already determined which model is right for you, purely from a technical point of view, now pay attention to how much you like the shape, color and design. At the time of choice, it is important to remember that the bathroom bowl is not an end in itself, it must harmoniously fit into the interior being created..
- You have to try – to finally make sure that the bathtub is “yours”, just lie down in it. It sounds unusual, but agree that if you buy a bed, you will lie down and sit on it to appreciate the softness and comfort, so is the bath. How to choose an acrylic bathtub for comfort, if several people will use it, here the principle is simple – according to the highest user.
