The word "bath" came to us from the German language. Since ancient times, this has been the name of a container (or reservoir), intended both for bathing and for taking special medical procedures. Now almost every apartment has a so-called bathroom, that is, a room where a person can wash or, as they say, take a bath. The bath itself is an integral part of the interior of such a room. Without it, even the name of the room itself loses its meaning. Now we need to learn more about cast iron bathtubs, reviews and opinions about them.
Diversity of species, advantages and disadvantages
Bathtubs by type of material are:
- metal;
- wooden;
- plastic;
- ceramic;
- acrylic.
In turn, metal baths are:
- steel;
- cast iron.
Cast-iron bathtubs were most widely used at one time. Reviews about them are mixed. Like any other piece of furniture, they have both positive and negative sides. Among the shortcomings, 4 main indicators can be distinguished:
- Processing complexitysource material. Cast iron is an alloy of iron, carbon and other elements. Casting of such a composition is a technically rather complicated process. This excludes the possibility of producing products of various shapes and modifications, so most often cast-iron bathtubs are of the same type.
- Significant mass. Bathtubs made of cast iron are much heavier than the same products made from other materials. Such things are difficult to transport, and the installation process is much more complicated.
- Product finishing. Cast iron bathtubs are usually covered with a layer of enamel. This material in the process of use can be subjected to various kinds of deformations. As a result of sharp blows, cracks and chips appear on it, which spoil the appearance of the product and thereby reduce its service life.
- High price.
Those who have used cast iron baths in practice can give feedback on each of the items listed.
Despite all of the above, this plumbing product has quite important advantages:
- High heat capacity. Such a bath heats up itself for a long time, and the water in it will slowly cool down. It is very convenient for taking water procedures.
- Low noise. Noise refers to the sound that water makes when it falls. The thick walls of the product do not vibrate under the action of pouring liquid flows, therefore such baths are sometimes also called "quiet".
- Enamel, evenly covering the surface of the bath, gives it a perfect shine and a fairly presentable look.
Purchasing cast iron baths,It is better to ask reviews not only from consumers, but also from specialists. Those who decide to install domestic products should be aware of several significant differences from similar models of foreign brands.
Firstly, our industry produces products with thicker walls. This increases their strength and durability, but at the same time significantly increases the weight of the structure. Imported models are much thinner (less than 5 mm) and much lighter.
Secondly, the quality of the coating of domestic models is very different from foreign samples, and not for the better.
Thirdly, the design solutions of imported bathtubs are more diverse, while ours are made according to samples approved back in Soviet times. They are more like an ordinary trough than a comfortable and elegant piece of furniture.
A little about sizes
Depending on overall dimensions, cast iron bathtubs are presented on the world market in 3 separate categories: small, standard and large. The choice of model depends on the area of \u200b\u200bthe room and the wishes of the owner. The most popular are standard samples. They are mainly produced in two sizes: 140x70 cm, 150x70 cm. There is no fundamental difference between them, but the second option is the most preferable. When designing modern houses in our country, a cast-iron bath 150x70 is most often used. Reviews about her experts, as well as owners, speak of the correctness of the choice. It is worth noting that it is ideally adapted to the size of bathrooms.typical domestic apartments. In such a bath, anyone can safely be in the "reclining" position. With a depth of 40 cm, everything can be done without any problems. In addition, the dimensions allow the production of products of various shapes and designs. In such models, a wide variety of wall configurations, the presence of handles and armrests are possible. All these features will in no way interfere with the main purpose of the product.
For those who love space
For owners of luxury housing, the Russian plant "Universal" offers an excellent option for a cast-iron bathtub from the "large" category. This enlarged version was specially designed by Novokuznetsk specialists for spacious bathrooms. Overall dimensions are slightly increased. Now the length of the product is 170 centimeters, which allows almost anyone to lie completely immersed in water. The rounded shape of the sides, perfectly snow-white enamel coating make the new version different from others. The cast-iron bath "Grace" itself, reviews about it and quality characteristics are beyond praise. Such a product, of course, requires the availability of high-power plumbing. All these features must be taken into account during the planning and installation period to ensure the required safety. The main thing is that the new model pleases, helps to relax and creates a feeling of complete comfort.
