Jacuzzi bath: advice on choice. Reviews of manufacturers

The Jacuzzi bath was first introduced to the world in 1956. The authors of this invention were the brothers Candido and Roy Yakuzzi. The name "Jacuzzi" is a transformation of the name of the experimenters. Young people mounted a pump in the bath.

The very first models of Jacuzzi appeared in Germany. After receiving the license in Jacuzzi in 1968, the whirlpools began their triumphal journey through Europe.

Magic Jacuzzi

Many people dream about such a device in their home. What is so attractive bath-jacuzzi? The owners' feedback indicates that such a bath allows you to completely relax. Which, you will agree, is quite a lot in our tense time. Someone argues that the Jacuzzi bath helps to lose weight. Is it really? We will try to answer this question in our article.

How does the Jacuzzi work?

With its wonderful properties this bathtub is due to a simple hydro massage system. It receives water and is saturated with air. Then the enriched jet under pressure is fed into the bath. For this purpose, special devices are provided - injectors (jets).

Experts say that the effectiveness of the whirlpool depends on the number of nozzles, their location in the bathroom and the size. Standard models, as a rule, are equipped with 4-6 jets. More expensive devices include up to several dozens of such parts. However, it should be remembered that the more nozzles, the weaker the water pressure.

Direction of jets is regulated by the owner. Today, you can choose models with swivel mechanisms that change the angle of the nozzle. They differ in the formation of a jet of water:

• Powerful, with a narrow focus - ball;
• Spiral, rotary.

Types of baths

A modern jacuzzi bath is equipped with a control panel. Most models have waterfalls, mixers. If you want to experience deep relaxation, then you will need a bath-jacuzzi with chromotherapy or aromatherapy. For added comfort, most devices are equipped with headrests, armrests, an acoustic system, self-disinfection and automatic water level monitoring.

Whirlpool bath with hydromassage

Until recently, such devices were considered an indispensable attribute of a very rich country house. Today, the situation has changed a little, when its therapeutic effect was scientifically proven. The adoption of such a bath enhances blood circulation, removing toxins from the human body. In addition, such procedures improve the skin condition, strengthen its protective reaction to the influence of the external environment. Many believe that a bath with hydromassage contributes to weight loss and helps in the fight against cellulite. Perhaps this is true, but scientific evidence of such an impact has not yet been presented.

Jacuzzi with a water pump change the airflow pressure. True, there is a limit in this action. A small whirlpool bath is quite effective in this configuration, but if we are talking about a truly curative effect, then the product must also be equipped with a compressor. Otherwise, you will not get hydro-, but turbomassage.

In the standard set of number of nozzles, usually enough for traditional procedures. If you need a spinal massage, you can not do without additional elements that will affect certain parts of the spine and feet.

In recent years, aeromassage is becoming more popular. That your standard bath-jacuzzi could fulfill it, it needs to be completed with injectors of small size of the air-air type. Experts believe that it can take up to sixty jets. Mount them on the bottom of the tub. By pumping air through them, the effect of water bubbling is achieved.

We choose the material

The jacuzzi bath (the photo you see in our article) will not disappoint you with the right choice of the material from which it is made.

Acrylic

These are the simplest in the care and installation of the device. They have low thermal conductivity, do not accumulate harmful bacteria. From time, acrylic does not burn out, it retains an attractive shine for a long time. Today in the shopping network you can see the baths made from the analogs of this material (kuaril, metakril).

An important factor is affordability. Acquiring an acrylic bath, pay attention to its surface. It should be homogeneous, not have spots. The optimum thickness of the surface layer of acrylic is at least 7 mm (especially for corner models).

Cast iron

Heavy tub iron cast jacuzzi has one drawback - it is difficult to build hydromassage devices. This affects the cost of the product. Meanwhile, these models are reliable and have a long service life.

Marble

Magnificent material, which rightly ranks first in the rating on durability. The marble Jacuzzi bath will create a unique atmosphere in the room, endow it with royal nobility and charm.

In the elite Jacuzzi lines there are also amazing models from valuable wood and tempered glass.

Dimensions

These products are rich in choice in size. The only thing that can affect the decision to purchase this or that model is the size of your bathroom and your budget.

For small apartments

A small jacuzzi bath will fit even in the tiny rooms of panel high-rise buildings. If you have a small bathroom, the corner jacuzzi not only fits easily in a small apartment, but also visually adds room space.

There are tiny Jacuzzis - sessile, in which you can take the procedure of reclining or sitting. Such models are especially recommended for people with disabilities or suffering from heart diseases.

For large flats and houses

Much more choice is given to the owners of spacious bathrooms, where the size of the device is not decisive. In this case, you can come up with a large whirlpool bath round, oval, rectangular shape.

You can buy romantic models for two or for the reception of procedures by entire companies (up to 10 people). Owners of mansions are suitable sauna with Jacuzzi.

Documentation

If you are thinking about buying and installing a whirlpool in a house or apartment, remember that for this you will need permission from the housing authorities. Often, apartments with Jacuzzi and require redevelopment. This also requires admission.

Only after receiving all the necessary documents can you begin to install a magic bath. All the leading companies selling jacuzzi in their state have masters who are engaged in the installation of such models. In addition to permission, you will need a bathroom plan with wiring and all communications. In addition, before starting the installation of the jacuzzi, it is necessary to dismantle the old bath. On the pipes of hot and cold water cleaning filters are installed.

Care

To ensure that your purchase has served many years and has benefited, you need to follow simple rules of care.

• Once a month, the bath should be disinfected. For this purpose, special disinfectants or a weak chlorine solution are used. Pour water into the bathroom (temperature about +20 ° C) 5-7 cm above the level of the jets. Add the disinfector (50-70 ml) to it. Turn on the pump for a few seconds to mix the water. Leave the bath with the solution for fifteen minutes, then wash it with running water.
• Once a year, you should clean the jacuzzi from the water stone. Actions are carried out in the same sequence as in the first case, but a 7% solution of acetic or citric acid (1.5 L) is added to the water. After turning off the pump, the solution is left in the bathroom for twelve hours.

Manufacturers and customer reviews

Today, the Russian market presents products of many manufacturers.

• Jacuzzi, Albatros, Teuco, Ilma - Italy .

According to customers, this is the most reliable and time-tested products. Baths of these companies are produced from quality acrylic, marble and cast iron. Many like the inside of such models. They are well thought out, have a comfortable seat for massage of the waist area. Depending on the configuration, the models are from 8 to 16 jets, including 4 or 8 rotating small nozzles for the back. The only disadvantages are high costs.

A lot of positive feedback is received by Albatros, a young company that was created by engineers and designers who previously worked in Jacuzzi. Customers note the turbopool system, which is exclusively patented by Albatros. This massage has a double effect - "geyser" warm bubbles are not a continuous stream, but are distributed along the bath. This allows you to massage even scarcely accessible skin areas. Owners of Albatros products are sure that their purchase is justified - excellent quality, and the price is much lower than that of Jacuzzi.

• Neomediam, Tes - France.

Buyers believe that this is a reliable and high-quality products, and recommend to stop their choice on acrylic models.

• Duscholux, Villeroy & Boch, Hoesch, Kaldewei, Bamberger - Germany.

Products of German manufacturers are always pleased with their quality. So do not hesitate to buy such products. In the assortment of listed companies, a variety of different sizes and shapes of the Jacuzzi.

• Pamos - Austria.

Good bath, but in our market is not very common. You can buy them only in large building supermarkets.

• Kirov Plant - Russia.

We can not help saying about one of the Russian manufacturers of jacuzzi baths - the Kirov plant. Most recently, they learned how to apply a quality coating of acrylic on cast iron and build a hydromassage equipment. Already there are first responses about the bath VGM-01-KZ (170x75x57 cm) and bath "Lux" (170h70h57.5 cm). In these models, the Austrian company Grundfos pump and high-quality valves for hydromassage are built in.

Many buyers like that these baths are much cheaper than foreign analogues, and the quality of the coating corresponds to world standards.

If you consider all the feedback from customers, you can see that they are quite contradictory. Despite the large number of advantages, the high demand for whirlpool baths and their popularity, many note that cleaning the jacuzzi takes a long time, and those who lack it are often upset by the whirlpool system. Nevertheless, most housewives recommend for the sake of children who like to splash in bubbles, spend a little more of their time.