Small bath: types, sizes and features of choice

Not every modern person can boast of a dwelling with a large area. Therefore, you often have to think about how to save space in a particular room. While many dream of a huge bathtub or jacuzzi, not everyone can install one. Anyone can afford a small model from a regular store.

Despite the fact that many people prefer to buy large baths, in some cases you have to sacrifice comfort and buy smaller models. But they also have their own characteristics.

• Compactness. They take up much less space. This allows you to fit the product in a small room, quietly put a washing machine, toilet and everything else you need next to it.
• Attractiveness. A compact product looks neater. Since the consumption of materials is less, you can buy a better product for less money.
• Convenience. In practice, baths turn out to be comfortable. They can wash not only a healthy adult, but also those who have any diseases or age-related problems.

There are several types of baths. They are angular, oval, on legs, with or without a shower. Standard sizes are considered recumbent. In them, a person of average height can do all the hygiene procedures while lying down. This model is considered the most comfortable, but it is a great luxury to install it, since most rooms do not fit in size. Small items are of two types.

• Sedentary. Their length is no more than 130 cm. They are installed mainly in rooms where there is very little space. Modern acrylic models have built-in seating. It is convenient, including for the elderly.
• Reclining. Small baths up to 150 cm long are considered semi-reclining. In them, a person of average height can accept reclining procedures.

Although bathtubs are small in size, you definitely need to think about their configuration. It can be hydromassage, additional glass curtains. Also, a small bowl can be supplied with a modern shower stall. If the model has a hydromassage function, you definitely need to think about electrical wiring. Since it has a very powerful pump, the load on the wiring will be added.

This option is suitable for those who have a bathroom with non-standard dimensions, for example, it is narrow and elongated, divided by partitions. Not all asymmetric models are easy to use if they are small. The same goes for oval baths.

For large families, a small bathtub with a wall-mounted shower is suitable. Not everyone likes to sit in the bathroom for a long time and prefer a quick contrast shower to this procedure.

If your budget allows, you should pay attention to a bathtub with a closed shower. Since the doors close in it, you can take a shower without fear that water will flood everything around.

The hydromassage function can be a pleasant addition to the bath.There are inexpensive mini jacuzzis that can be installed even in a room with a small footprint.

Small bathtubs are made from the same materials as large models. One of the most durable and high quality materials is cast iron. It retains heat for a long time and heats up. With all this, cast iron products also have many disadvantages. These bathtubs are very heavy, which makes their delivery difficult. This material is difficult to process, so the baths are mostly uniform in shape. It's hard enough to create something original.

Steel baths are coated with enamel paint. This is a great way to decorate the material and the room itself. Even the smallest model will look attractive when decorated.

It is lighter than cast iron, has a long service life, and a low price. Like any material, steel also has disadvantages. This is the rapid cooling of water and the fineness of the material. Because of this, dents appear on the surface upon impact. Such baths create a lot of noise when used.

Acrylic bathtubs have become the most popular in recent years. They have many advantages over baths made from other materials. These tubs are lightweight, which greatly facilitates delivery. The material has strength and a variety of shapes, perfectly retains heat. Acrylic bathtubs are inexpensive and can be purchased for less than other materials.

Acrylic with the addition of polymer concrete gives the bathtub a special sophistication, which is reflected in the price of the models. This material appeared on the market quite recently and immediately gained popularity. It allows you to create an interesting bathtub shape. For example, in the form of a fan or a petal.

Today, oak models are becoming popular. They are made to order. Therefore, the owner himself determines the shape and size. Such baths are unique: they do not deteriorate under the influence of water. Their strength increases over time.

Often a small bathtub is combined with a toilet. When choosing a product for such a room, you need not only to find suitable sizes, but also to look so that it harmoniously fits into the interior of the room. Dimensions vary by model. If we take rectangular options, then they have three standard sizes. The dimensions of the smallest bathtub are 90x70 cm. The deeper one is 120x70 cm, the largest one is 130x70 cm. This model can have low sides.

There is no exact definition of which model is considered small. If earlier standard bathtubs were up to 170 cm long and up to 75 cm wide, then the small model had standard dimensions: 120x70 cm. There were no other parameters. Now the choice of small baths is great. For small rooms, you can choose a corner model, the size of which will be up to 150 cm.

The size of small baths depends on their shape. If earlier it was only square or rectangular models, modern materials make it possible to make the shapes varied. The most common are the square and corner models. Corner models are installed between two walls of the room. Their shape can resemble a petal or even a drop. They can be asymmetrical, symmetrical. Such models are more comfortable than straight ones. They are made more often from acrylic, since it lends itself well to processing.

Sometimes corner models have built-in shelves and headrests. This allows you to conveniently take a bath, take out the necessary bathroom accessories without getting out of it.If we consider small round models, then they are not suitable for small rooms. Even with their compact size, they take up a lot of space.

In this case, the corners remain empty, and it looks ugly. Small rectangular bathtubs have a large capacity compared to other options. If the room has a very small area, then only a rectangular model is suitable for it. If you install a corner model, then it will not take up much space, it will allow you to enjoy bath procedures.

Modern models allow you to make the color range of bathtubs varied. Black and white classics fades into the background. The focus is on the bathtubs, finished in tones such as cream, blue or emerald. The choice depends on the interior of the room. Today, you can even find a glossy little glitter bathtub on sale. However, plain light models are in greater demand.

Before you go shopping, you need to determine for yourself the size and shape of the purchased model. It is necessary to determine in advance in what place it will be located. It is worth finding out for yourself whether it will be a rectangular or angular bowl. You can choose a product of the original shape or order it. You need to buy a product from a trusted manufacturer who has a quality certificate and documentation showing that the product meets the required standards.

When installing a small bathtub, you do not need to neglect finished products. It is important to take a closer look at models that are ergonomic. A small bath will save the owners of a small living space. If you take care of its choice carefully, you can choose an excellent option that will delight all the inhabitants of the house or apartment and fit well into the finished interior of the room.

When buying, you need to take into account the financial side of the issue. The price depends on the material, manufacturer, equipment. If you buy a model from a manufacturer, this does not mean that the payment is only for brand awareness. Good companies offer quality products, provide a good warranty period, and pay for shipping.

Inexpensive models can also be of high quality. Therefore, it is necessary to study the manufacturers who are engaged in the creation of bathtubs. Today there are many young firms that do not spend a lot of money on advertising. However, this does not mean that their product is inferior in quality. If you take an acrylic product from a recently opened company, its cost will be approximately 8,000 rubles. If it is a well-proven model from brands such as Roca, the price will double.

The price also depends on the material. Cast iron remains one of the most expensive materials. The cost for crazy manufacturers will be up to 20,000 rubles. If this is a steel model, the price will drop to 6,000 rubles. It turns out to be a bargain, although the quality is not lost.

Many people buy baths through online stores. One of the most well-established stores is Ikea. It has not only delivery to different cities, but also reasonable prices. Everyone can buy a bath of this brand.

Even a small model can become a decoration of a room. The main thing is to know how to choose it for the interior. To make it easier to do, here are some interesting examples thought out by the designers.

The most profitable solution is a compact wash space, which is located in the very corner of the room. The triangular corner bathtub fits perfectly into the interior of the room. Its white color is in harmony with the same walls. The lower part of the walls and the floor, on the contrary, look very bright. Green color cheers up, as well as living plants that decorate the room.

This model does not take up much space. However, it includes a jacuzzi.Even its small forms will allow a person to relax in it. And convenient shelves at arm's length make it possible to have freely available soap, washcloths, brushes and other accessories.

Another interesting stylistic solution for a compact room. A small, droplet-shaped bathtub blends perfectly with speckled walls. It takes up little space. At the same time, you can relax in it in a sitting position. This model has an additional shelf for bathroom accessories. Since the bathtub is very small, you can install a toilet and a sink next to it, above which there is a place for a mirror. So it will be convenient for everyone to use both the bathroom and the toilet.

The round model takes up a lot of space. Therefore, it is impossible to put anything around it. Its snow-white color is in harmony with the walls, and the floor is contrasting. This bath is equipped with a hydromassage.

You can learn how to install a bathtub with your own hands from the video below.