Deep shower trays: features, varieties and choices

Today shower cabins are in great demand as plumbing fixtures for living quarters, saunas, spa salons, hotels or sanatoriums. Among the available varieties of pallets, deep structures, which have a number of individual characteristics, are gaining more and more popularity.

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 when arranging a small bathroom will make it possible to rationally use the available square meters of the room.
• As practice shows, in such a cabin the air heats 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 elderly people with disabilities.
• Deep pallets are a great choice for families with small children. Such structures in terms of operation will be many times more convenient.
• Shower enclosures of this configuration are characterized by ease of installation.
• The ability to additionally equip the structure with a hydromassage or other useful device makes it even more popular.
• High-sided options will be a real boon for families with pets. In such a mini-bathroom, it will be many times more convenient to carry out hygiene procedures concerning even large dogs.
• Most of the presented products of this kind have a classic design. This makes it possible to concisely fit the cabin with high sides into any bathroom interior.

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

• resistance to mechanical damage;
• high level of noise insulation;
• good thermal insulation performance;
• ease of care 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 ware, which can be used for the production of mini-baths with high sides. Acrylic shower trays are notable for their visual appeal, variety of shapes and sizes.

The material stands out for its wear resistance, such designs can easily be equipped with additional useful accessories for taking a shower.

Another popular material used to make all kinds of plumbing fixtures. The material has good quality characteristics, has a long service life, which is 2 times higher than those of acrylic pallets. However, it will take longer for the cast iron to warm up, but after the pallet reaches 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 the light of which a structure of this kind in the bathroom can become a real decoration of any room. Ceramics, like cast iron, will take a little longer to warm up, but the material's ability to retain heat is at the proper level.

An innovative imported material from which high-sided pallets are also produced. The material has high performance resistance to mechanical damage, structures are remarkable for their maintainability. As a rule, the walls of such products will have a large thickness, which will positively affect the preservation of heat inside, as well as sound insulation.

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 stoneware or marble is used in the production of mini-baths.

Modern plumbing manufacturers offer consumers pallets of the following shapes:

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

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

Corner plumbing is measured by 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 constructions with regular shapes, there are non-standard varieties on the market that do not have any standard requirements for parameters. 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 completed with a comfortable seat, which significantly expands the functionality of the cab. The model is equipped with a siphon, as well as a special system that prevents overflow of liquid over the sides, which will be convenient for any bathroom.

Pallet with high sides made of acrylic, which stands out for its reliability indicators. The structure is additionally reinforced with fiberglass... Pallet dimensions are 83x45 centimeters.

Russian manufacturers are also engaged in the manufacture of mini-baths that fully meet 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 would allow in the future to operate a really high-quality and convenient structure, it is worth adhering to the following recommendations in the selection process.

• If in the first place when studying the proposed range is the safety and ease of use of the cabin, then in the proposed varieties it is worth considering the nuances regarding the raw materials from which they are made, as well as material characteristics such as thermal conductivity and service life.
• The structure of the bottom and walls of the pallet is also of great importance. Smooth structures can be too slippery when wet. It is most correct to consider the proposed options with a rough relief. In addition, there are pallets on sale equipped with a special anti-slip coating.
• Noise isolation is a parameter that should be considered in most cases. The quietest will be acrylic or quaril plumbing, low noise absorption rates for cast iron and steel structures.
• The quickest way to heat up the structure of the shower stall is from warm water, if the pallet is made of acrylic, the rest of the materials will take longer.
• An important point in the process of choosing plumbing for the bathroom will be the selection of an option that will require minimal labor and investment related to further care. Such an innovative material as kvaril or the well-known acrylic are two varieties, whose surface does not require any special approaches to cleaning. Special products may be required to remove water deposits or other contaminants from cast iron or natural stone.
• During operation, the pallet sometimes loses its visual appeal, scratches and other unattractive defects form on it. In terms of maintainability, the first positions are also occupied by acrylic and kvarilovaya plumbing.Such products will be able to return their former attractiveness with the help of a special paste.
• It is worth paying attention to the strength of the product. Ceramic trays 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.
• Consideration should also be given to the pallet's capabilities in terms of the maximum load that the bottom of the structure can support. In particular, this nuance will be important if options for metal structures are being considered. Steel pallets have an unpleasant tendency to deform under the weight of a person and water.
• Despite the visual appeal of asymmetric varieties, it is worth testing the high pallet before purchasing. This concerns the convenience and freedom of movement in it for each member of the family.

Corner structures 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.

Combined materials with a range of modern features help transform the bathroom into a relaxing corner with attractive and modern fixtures.

Structures of unusual shapes will allow you to comfortably fit inside, while the bathroom will be equipped with attractive and functional sanitary ware.

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