Hydrobox - shower cabin with tub

Hydrobox - shower enclosure with bathtub

After a busy day so nice to relax in the warm water. And people who set up their home hydrobox, it becomes available a pleasure to remove the burden of the working day under the massaging water jets. Buy a bathroom fixtures and recommend those who want to get a boost of energy in the morning.

A hydrobox is a type of sanitary ware represented by a shower stall with a hydromassage function. In many cases, the hydrobox is something in between a bathtub and a shower stall, as it has high sides in the tray. This allows you to comfortably relax during a massage and shower, but also enjoy a bath if you wish.

Hydrobox

Trays of these multifunctional boxes are made of ceramic, steel, acrylic. Such a tray can have legs or stand on crossbars. In the second case, the trays are not just reinforced with fiberglass, but also equipped with a framework of metal profiles for even greater protection against deflection.

The hydrobox doors have magnets along their entire length, ensuring tight closure and protection against accidental opening when the water in the stall is on.

Pros of

  • You'll be able to enjoy a whirlpool massage as well as other nice options in such a stall.
  • Very often the hydrobox stall has shelves on which you can store soaps, gels, shampoos and other things.
  • In a small bathroom, such sanitary ware will successfully replace a bulky bathtub, as there are quite compact models.
Small Hydrobox

Minuses

  • The main disadvantage of such sanitary ware - rather complicated installation. Only professionals can cope with it. Also, the instructions to the hydrobox indicate the requirements for water supply and sewage in the room where it will be installed. And not always these requirements are feasible in a modern apartment.
  • Operation by older people is complicated due to the presence of high curbs.
  • In addition, if you compare with an ordinary shower stall, the cost of hydrobox is quite high.

Types

The assortment of hydroboxes is very diverse due to the different color palette, different shapes and textures, as well as different material of the tray. The whirlpool box tray can be cast iron, acrylic, marble, steel or other material. Depending on its depth, the box can be shallow or deep.

Dimensions

There are no standard sizes for whirlpool boxes. Manufacturers create this sanitary ware in very different sizes. And the buyer is left to choose suitable for themselves. We can only note that the dimensions of hydroboxes, which provide comfort when using them, begin from 100 by 100 cm.

The depth of the tray in such sanitary ware is also very variable. There are boxes with a pallet depth of 45 centimeters, in which you can take a mini-bath or bathe a child. Such deep trays usually have protection against overflow.

Hydrobox is beautiful in the bathroom

Shapes

Depending on the pallet, hydroboxes can be rectangular, angular and asymmetrical. A model with a rectangular tray looks similar to a traditional bathtub, which has a back wall, a roof and glass doors. The corner model is attractive because of its compactness. It is convenient to install it in a corner of the room.

About how to assemble a hydrobox, read our article about shower cabin assembly.

Variety of functions

There are many functions in the whirlpool box. The main ones among them, in addition to the standard shower and bath function, are the whirlpool and steam sauna. Among the additional options in the whirlbox can also be a telephone, radio, lighting and others.

Hydromassage in the box usually provides a water massage of the torso (arms, back, collar zone, shoulders), but can also be represented by the option of hydromassage of the feet. You can change the intensity of the massage water jets, as well as the direction of their impact. Most whirlpool boxes have a large shower head for a tropical shower.

Hydro-massage in a hydrobox

Such a common feature of the whirlbox, such as a steam bath, helps not only to relax and cleanse the skin, but also to improve your health. For this purpose, aroma oils are poured into a special block. In each model of hydrobox options of this option are unique, so ask about the function of the steam bath consultant.

Manufacturers

At the Russian market there are hydroboxes mainly from Chinese, Italian and Russian manufacturers - Apollo, EAGO, ESK, Doctor Jet, Sansa, Teuco, CRW, Radomir, Miracle. Apollo brand products have stylish design and a wide range of whirlpool modes with the ability to change the water force and direction. Hydroboxes of this manufacturer have a sauna mode, foot massage and cascade shower.

The hydroboxes from Miracle have great functionality. They have shelves, towel racks, hood, radio, mirror, soap dispenser, lighting and much more. It is convenient to control the device with a touch panel. Many models have a steam generator and ozonator. The pluses of the products of this manufacturer are its compactness.

Hydrobox is qualitative

Choosing Tips

To choose the right hydrobox, first evaluate the functions of the device, then its technical characteristics, and after that - the cost.

Going to choose this sanitary ware, ask about the water pressure in your home (it is important for the massage function). It is best to purchase in specialized stores where you will be given a warranty card and recommend professionals who will install hydrobox.

Choosing a hydrobox, also take into account the overall design of the bathroom or the compatibility of such sanitary ware with individual elements of the room. If the bathroom is decorated in a classical style, it is better to choose a plastic whirlpool box, which has transparent glass or plastic curtains. For the modern style will suit a colored box or a model with darkened glass curtains.

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