How to choose a quality Chinese bath?

Today China is the market leader in the production of sanitary ware. Despite the fact that at present there is a steady tendency for most European brands to move their main business to the territory of China, this does not prevent Chinese production brands from developing at a brisk pace. The bulk of Chinese plumbing is produced in Guangdong province. Fujian and Shanghai areas do not lag behind. Deliveries of Chinese sanitary ware are made almost all over the world, rapidly gaining market share, leaving products of leading European brands far behind. Customers from all over the world are first of all attracted by a reasonable price, decent quality of sanitary modules and their technical equipment. Let's consider the main manufacturers of Chinese bathtubs.

In the minds of most of our compatriots there are several stable, but fundamentally wrong myths about the unworthy quality of Chinese production. Such beliefs were formed back in the late nineties, when the Russian market was flooded with cheap Chinese consumer goods of very low quality.

But if we analyze China's current trade relations, we see that Europe, Australia, and even America, despite their quality standards, gladly use Chinese products. It turns out that in China for a long time established the production of well-known companies, including plumbing, which conduct a strict control of its products.

The quality of this production is not inferior to that, which is produced in the homeland of the brand, but the cost is half as much, which for many potential buyers is an important factor. After all, if functionality is a priority, there is no point in overpaying for the popularity of the European brand.

Even a visual inspection of the bathtub will immediately help draw conclusions about the quality of the product:

• Examine it carefully,
• Check it for durability,
• Check for toxic odors.

A company that has a license will certainly provide the buyer with a warranty and offer possible return or exchange options.

There is still the common opinion that neither the government of China nor the producers themselves pay proper attention to the copyright law, and stories about cheap Chinese fakes are not surprising for a long time. But such cases are due to the fact that the laws of the country do not impose compulsory registration of the product to get a trademark, but at the same time do not guarantee copyright protection. With the official registration of intellectual property rights the government of the country fully guarantees the protection of the producer's rights.

But now the situation has fundamentally changed. Although this mysterious country with a rich history and cultural heritage is still a mystery to many Europeans, public opinion is gradually changing to positive.

At the moment, Chinese production is leading in almost all parameters, and the country's economy is developing rapidly. The United States and European countries are making a significant contribution to the development of China's production facilities, locating their production facilities in the Celestial Empire and investing millions of dollars in the development of the country.

The Chinese themselves are very quickly learning everything from the West, so they are well aware of the desires of the European customer.

Consider the leading brands that are in high demand.

Appollo Appollo has been present on the Russian market for decades, has long ago won a worthy place among business level brands and is steadily popular among the population. The company is constantly expanding its production and improving its products, constantly presenting different novelties to the judgment of the buyer.

Coliseum brand represents Coliseum Bass LLC. Coliseum products have been available on the Russian market for more than seven years. The company's main priorities are quality control, affordability and modern design.

Gemy The company specializes in whirlpool baths. It was founded in 1990 in Foshan industrial area. The company produces only certified products of high quality acrylic, which are successfully sold in Europe, Russia, the U.S. and other countries.

River brand - The River brand has been on the market since 2001. Despite the fact that it is a young company, the quality of River products is not in question. Products of this company are fully certified, and their quality fully meets international standards. The company specializes in the production of shower cabins, which are made of environmentally friendly materials.

The company Golf The company produces a varied and popular all over the world sanitary products. But the main activity of the company is the production of whirlpool showers and spa cabins.

The company's latest innovation was a fundamentally new development. The company's engineers created an innovative model, combining a shower cabin and infrared sauna, which is in great demand not only in China but also all over the world.

Company Huber Company was founded in 1968 to produce sanitary ware. At the moment a wide range of products of this company will satisfy the demand of any customer. Shower cabins, bathtubs, whirlpool baths with modern design and a lot of useful functions are easy to use and durable, because they are made only of quality and certified material.

Chinese company Vela The main priority is the production of shower cabins, which are in no way inferior in quality, functionality and design to well-known European brands.

The optimal ratio "price-quality" is achieved due to the fact that certified Chinese acrylic baths are made of high-quality cast acrylic, which is produced by local manufacturers.

The range surprises even the most picky customer with its variety of design ideas, styles, sizes and shapes. Chinese masters boldly use their creative ideas, paying special attention to a wide variety of comfort options, not forgetting about the inexpensive budget models. It is very convenient in such models to have the possibility of gradual filling of the bath with options. For example, buying the most simple acrylic bath with minimal technical filling, if necessary, you can easily install additional options.

Choosing a new bathtub is a very difficult and troublesome process. How to make the right choice so you don't regret it in the process of using the bath?

First of all you should decide what you want to see in your bathroom. Modern market of bathtubs is so diverse that untrained buyer will find it very difficult to orient.

Decide on the volume of the bath, the material of which it is made, its shape and, of course, choose the manufacturer. The volume of the bathtub usually ranges from 200 liters (small) to 250-300 liters (large). Some manufacturers also offer sitting baths that hold less than 150 liters.

Modern baths from China attract buyers with a great variety of forms and model modifications.

They have not only classic forms, but many other options:

• with armrests;
• steps;
• lights;
• hydromassage;
• TV;
• electronic control.

Non-standard shape bathtubs are usually made of such universal material as acrylic.

What form of bath to choose, it is necessary to decide in each case individually:

• Classic rectangular baths - is the most common variant for standard apartments with small bathrooms. Such baths are easy enough to fit even in the smallest rooms, in addition, the classic bath - this is the most economical solution.
• Angular bathtubs - is an excellent compromise for those who want to buy a bathtub with a large capacity, but have a small bathroom. This form of bathtub allows saving a lot of space without losing comfort. Often corner baths from China are additionally equipped with a whirlpool function.
• Oval-shaped baths suggest having a spacious room. Such baths look expensive and sophisticated both along the wall and in the center of the bathroom. Choosing an oval-shaped bath is quite an expensive pleasure, because such baths will necessarily be equipped with nice additional functions, such as lighting, hydro-massage, and in especially expensive models - electronic control of all functions.
• Bathtubs with round forms combine the idea of wealth and luxury. After all, the installation of such a bath requires a really huge room. Such models are equipped with Jacuzzi, whirlpool and many other additional features.

An important factor in the choice is the material from which the bath is made:

• Baths made of cast iron are characterized by durability, excellent anti-corrosion qualities, well retain heat. The only drawback - a lot of weight, has a positive side - a hundred-kilogram bath will withstand any weight.
• Steel baths economical option for people with a small income. The main disadvantages of such baths - short life, about 10 years, a lot of noise and very low weight, not more than 25 kg. Also, such baths cool down very quickly. More often steel is used to make sitting baths, which are most popular among owners of hotels, hotels, rented apartments.
• Bathtubs made of acrylic at the moment are the best option of modern sanitary ware. Advantages of such baths have more than disadvantages. Acrylic, like cast iron, retains heat well, is not prone to corrosion, does not absorb lime and sediment from hard and dirty water. Damaged by accidental damage to the surface of the acrylic bathtub can be easily repaired. The only disadvantage of acrylic bath - it deforms at temperatures above 80 degrees, so you will have to give up such hot tubs.
• Plastic bathtubs - A cheap replacement for acrylic baths. ABS plastic is a fragile material, the service life is very short, no more than 5 years, you need frequent repair and restoration. You can also find combined versions - outside the tub is acrylic, and inside it is finished with plastic. Such bathtub with good care can last a little longer, but not by much.

So, the basic criteria for choosing a bath, which will help you to choose the best option to buy.

• The need to determine the price category of sanitary ware.
• Choosing the material from which the bath will be made, taking into account the technological characteristics, first of all, such as convenience, strength and durability.
• Determination with the size, shape, and the presence of additional functions.