Comparison of 5 common bathtub materials in the market
There are many sanitary products. Toilets, bathtubs, cabinets, and basins are generally made of ceramics, which are stylish, beautiful and clean. Bathroom cabinets are generally made of solid wood, high-grade, durable and practical. The pendants, floor drains, and shelves are made of stainless steel or all-copper, all of good quality. There is also a shower room, which is made of glass and stainless steel fasteners. The shower head has an all-copper riser rod, an imported ceramic valve core, and three levels of water control! So what are the bathtub materials?
Currently, the most common five types of bathtubs on the market: acrylic bathtubs, Steel bathtubs, cast iron bathtubs, massage bathtubs and wooden bathtubs, let's take a look at the advantages and disadvantages of each of the above five material bathtubs.
Acrylic bathtub, one of the bathtub materials
Features:
Made of synthetic resin material acrylic, the texture is quite light.
Advantages:
Because the acrylic material is soft and easy to process, the shape and color of this type of bathtub are quite rich, and consumers have more choices. Acrylic bathtub has a high heat preservation effect and can keep heat for a long time in winter. Lighter weight, easy to transport and install. Scratches on the surface can be repaired.
Disadvantages:
The surface is easy to hang flowers.
Steel bathtub, one of the bathtub materials
Features:
Steel bathtub is strong and durable, usually made of steel plate with thickness of 1.5-3mm, so the weight is more than cast iron The bathtub is much lighter. The surface finish is quite high.
Advantages:
The price is relatively cheap, the texture is light, and it is easy to install.
Disadvantages:
Due to the production process, the shape of the steel bathtub is monotonous, the heat preservation effect is very poor, and the bathtub water injection noise is relatively large. Many steel bathtubs on the market have insufficient steel plate thickness and will sink under load-bearing conditions. If the enamel layer on the surface is subjected to excessive impact during transportation and use, the glaze burst will occur, which will cause the cylinder body to rust and become unusable.
One of the bathtub materials, cast iron bathtub
Features:
Cast iron is an extremely durable material, and bathtubs made from it can usually last 50 years Above, many cast iron bathtubs are used for generations abroad. The surface of the cast iron bathtub is treated with high temperature glazing, smooth and flat, easy to clean.
Advantages:
Durability is the biggest advantage of cast iron bathtubs. In addition, it has a mild color, low water injection noise, and is easy to clean.
Disadvantages:
Due to the high production cost, the price of cast iron bathtubs is generally higher, the shape is relatively monotonous, the color selection is not many, and the heat preservation is average. Due to the material, the weight is heavy and it is not easy to install and transport.
Wooden bathtub, one of the bathtub materials.
Features:
It is made up of wooden boards, and the outside is fastened by iron rings. With the natural color and smell of wood, it has a back-to-nature taste.
Advantages:
Strong heat preservation, deep cylinder, can completely soak every part of the body, and can be customized according to actual requirements.
Disadvantages:
The price is high, and maintenance is usually required to prevent water leakage and deformation.
Massage bathtub, one of the bathtub materials
Features:
The massage bathtub is mainly driven by an electric air pump to spray water mixed with air from the nozzle on the inner wall of the bathtub to make the bathtub The internal water circulation relieves muscle soreness and promotes blood circulation, so as to achieve the effect of body massage. It is generally made of acrylic material, and some high-end brands are made of cast iron.
Advantages:
High degree of automation, hydromassage can completely relax the body and mind.
Disadvantages:
The price is expensive and the internal cleaning is not easy.
