When deciding on a bath with a surround, it's worth firstly considering your own expectations. An important question is who will use the bathroom and what role the bathroom plays in our lives. For some, it's just a place where we quickly bathe and then go about our daily chores, while for others, the bathroom is a place to relax with a glass of champagne and a book in hand.
Advantages of a Bath with a Surround
Manufacturers offer various ready-made surrounds that are shaped and sized for specific bath models. This is an ideal way to cover the less aesthetic parts of the bathroom. There are many options on the market that combine functionality and interesting design. The surrounds are often made from sanitary acrylic or, for example, acrylic combined with wood. Acrylic surrounds with wooden elements add a cozy character to our bathroom, without requiring additional maintenance.
When buying a new apartment, we don't have a problem with interior design. We can put any furniture and equipment in our bathroom. The problem arises when we buy a property on the secondary market and dismantling is necessary. With a bath with a surround, there's nothing to worry about. Installing a bath with a surround is easy, as is dismantling it. If we want to change locations, we can easily move our bath to a new apartment and enjoy bathing.
Ready-made surround systems are usually produced in universal white, which fits well into the decoration of most bathrooms. When choosing a ready-made surround, remember to match it to a specific bath model. A bath is a good solution when there are small children, as it's great fun for them at night. For adults, it's a pleasure to lie in a bath full of foam and relax after a hard day's work.
Remember the Choice of Faucets
To choose taps well and use them for many years, we must follow a few basic rules. It's worth determining during the planning stage of the renovation the features that the fittings should have, what annoyed us about previous taps, what broke quickly or was impractical. Taps are an indispensable element of every bathroom. They allow free use of fixtures, such as taking a shower or washing hands. Standing models are the most popular.
Probably because they are affordable and simple to install. It's also extremely easy to keep them clean. A standard cleaning liquid available at any supermarket is enough to make it look neat and pleasing to the eye. Another popular group is in-wall faucets due to their wide availability and equally straightforward installation. They are mounted on the wall and often resemble shower sets. Regarding types of taps, many people choose single-lever ones due to ease of purchase and simplicity of use. Two-handle ones are a good solution for traditionalists who value a combination of classic and elegance.
Reputable tap manufacturers pay attention to details at every stage of production. We can select richly decorated fittings for our bath, which will make our bathroom look very good. We can always consult magazines or advice from interior design specialists who will help us choose fittings. It's also worth opting for eco-friendly solutions.
Bath Care
Depending on the model of bath you have and what it's made of, different preparations can be used for its care. To clean the bath surface – whether acrylic or another material – sanitary gels can be used. Various milks and powders with marble meal are suitable only for certain types of enamel on steel or cast iron baths. Acrylic can get scratched, and then its surface needs repairing. Special polishing pastes are used for this.
Another popular solution is the use of water with baking soda. Soda helps remove dirt and does not scratch the surface. In the past, water with vinegar was also used, as vinegar kills bacteria. Unfortunately, it doesn't have a very pleasant smell, which can be discouraging. However, it's worth noting that it's a cheap solution. To systematically remove dirt from the bath surface, it's advisable to wipe its coating with a cloth soaked in liquid soap or dishwashing liquid after each bath. Then the coating is rinsed with a strong stream of water.
Some people also recommend polishing the bath with water and lemon juice. It's certainly a better solution than vinegar, as lemon has a beautiful, fresh, and pleasant scent. It's certainly not a cheap solution.