The bathroom is the most private and indispensable activity space in the home. The bathroom products in the bathroom are the protagonists, so what kind of bathroom products to choose should be carefully considered. Bathroom products mainly include basins, toilets, bathtubs, shower rooms, bathroom appliances and bathroom accessories.
Bathroom product category
(1) washbasin
1, function
There are many kinds, styles and shapes of pots, which can be divided into pots, hanging pots and column pots, and pots can be divided into upper pots, lower pots and semi-embedded pots. The price of washbasins varies greatly, with distinct grades, ranging from one or two hundred yuan to tens of thousands of yuan. The main factors affecting the price of basin are brand, material and shape. Ordinary ceramic pots are cheaper, while pots made of stainless steel and tempered glass are more expensive.
① Ceramic basin
Judging from the current market demand, ceramic pots are still the first choice for people. First, the habit of using ceramic pots is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people; Second, the ceramic basin is economical and practical, and the perfect shape designed by the designer makes the ceramic basin have many personalized products. In contrast, the basins of stainless steel, glass and stone are somewhat high and low, and these products are generally well-known brands, mostly imported products, and the prices are much higher.
② Stainless steel basin
Choose an eye-catching stainless steel basin and put it in a conventionally decorated bathroom, which can get unexpected results. The stainless steel washbasin, together with other steel bathroom accessories in the bathroom, sets off the unique modern feeling of industrial society. There are not many manufacturers selling stainless steel pots in the market, and the price is also expensive. The outstanding advantage of stainless steel basin is easy to clean. No matter how dirty the soap bubbles are, they will shine as new as long as they are washed with water.
③ glass basin
The glass basin is crystal clear, beautiful and trendy. At present, there are several kinds of glass basins on the market, such as 19mm, 15mm, 12mm, etc. On the surface, there seems to be little difference except for the color and style, but the price is far from the same.
Everyone thinks that the cleaning and nursing of the glass basin is very troublesome, as if it should be dried with a towel at any time, so there will be no water stains, and I am more worried that it will lose its glittering and translucent appearance after a long time. According to the manufacturer's personnel, the surface smoothness of the glass basin treated by special technology is extremely high, and it is not easy to hang dirty. On weekdays, the cleaning and maintenance of glass basins are not much different from ordinary ceramic basins. You just need to be careful not to spray paint on the surface with sharp tools or hit it with heavy objects.
2. How to choose and buy
Pay attention when buying a basin: the basin is too shallow and will splash; The basin is too deep and may be inconvenient to use; Only consider practicality and look uncomfortable; If the design is too flashy, it will inevitably usurp the role of the host. If the bathroom area is small, generally buy a basin; If the bathroom is big, you usually buy a basin with a homemade countertop. But at present, it is more popular to directly match the countertops or bathroom cabinets customized by bathroom manufacturers, with rich and sophisticated technology, saving time and effort. However, when designing bathroom cabinets or countertops, manufacturers usually use wall drainage to improve the taste and value of products. Therefore, it is best to buy it before the bathroom wall treatment, so as to modify the water, reserve the pipeline, and prepare for the product installation, so as to avoid rework or the product that you like cannot be installed. Moreover, such products often have a certain ordering cycle, and they also need to be ordered in advance to avoid delaying the construction period.
For ceramic pots, consumers should pay most attention to the quality of glaze, because good glaze is not dirty, the surface is easy to clean, and it is as bright as new after long-term use. When choosing, you can look at the light side of ceramics from multiple angles. A good glaze should have no spots, pinholes, sand holes and bubbles, and the surface is very smooth.
Water absorption is an important index of ceramic basin. Generally speaking, ceramic products have certain adsorption and permeability to water, and the lower the water absorption, the better. Because water is sucked into the ceramics, the ceramics will expand to a certain extent, and it is easy to crack the glaze on the surface of the ceramics due to the expansion, and it is also easy to suck dirt and odor in the water into the ceramics, which will produce an odor that cannot be removed over time. According to national regulations, sanitary ceramics with water absorption less than 3% are high-grade ceramics.
For the glass basin, experts suggest that if economic conditions permit, it is best to choose a product with a wall thickness of 9mm, because it can withstand the relatively high temperature of 80℃ and has good impact resistance and breakage resistance. Because the cost of glass basin is high from process to design, the price is also relatively expensive. It is appropriate for consumers to shop around when choosing the same product, but the strength and reputation of the manufacturer should also be considered.
In addition, when choosing a basin, you should also pay attention to:
① The length and width of the basin top should be greater than 75cm and 50cm, which is more effective in terms of safety and vision.
② The semi-embedded basin does not occupy too much sanitary space, but the linear distance between the outer edge of the table top and the opposite side of the basin should not be less than 70cm.
③ The basin under the platform is cheap and easy to clean, but it is inconvenient to install and maintain. A support frame must be installed at the bottom and fixed on the wall, which is complicated to disassemble and assemble.
(4) hanging basin wall must be a load-bearing wall, otherwise the wall thickness must be above 10 cm.
(2) the toilet
1, function
Toilets can be divided into flush type and siphon type. According to the structure, it can be divided into two types: conjoined and split. The conjoined one is easy to wipe, there is no dead angle problem, and the water supply sound is relatively small. Split type is easy to produce sanitary dead angle, difficult to clean, and the sound of water supply is relatively loud. Siphons are divided into ordinary siphons, jet siphons and vortex siphons.
The cyclone siphon and the jet siphon are equipped with special water inlet channels, and the water in the water tank flows into the toilet under the water storage line, thus eliminating the noise generated when the water tank enters the pipeline and collides with the air and falls into the water. It is also a "silent toilet" promoted in the market at present. Siphon jet has a unique nozzle, which can spray strong water flow and make the washing effect better. Low water tank silent siphon toilet, because the water tank is low, the sound will be relatively small when flushing, and the space occupied is not large. However, due to the low water drop of the water tank, the impulse is not as good as other types of toilets, so the dirt is easy to remain.
There are few varieties of mid-range toilets on the market, and each brand has only two or three kinds. However, the performance of this toilet is not worse than that of siphon type. It is only because there are few domestic manufacturers of this kind of mold that this kind of situation appears in the market. On the contrary, because this toilet design has no backwater bend, it is not easy to be blocked during flushing, and it saves more water than siphon.
The drainage mode of toilet is divided into lower row and back row. If it is the lower row, the distance from the sewage outlet to the wall must be measured, and the quantity should be checked according to this size, otherwise the best toilet will not make the best use of it. The drainage performance of the toilet is reflected in flushing, water saving and silence. Water saving and mute is a hot trend, so this kind of products are greatly favored by users. Siphon toilet is easy to wash away the dirt attached to the inner wall of the toilet, while flush toilet is easy to wash down the larger dirt because of the larger diameter of the sewer pipe. In addition, the flushing type is more water-saving than the siphon type, but the volume is large; The mute effect of the conjoined toilet is stronger than that of the split toilet, but it consumes a lot of water.
At present, the compulsory national standard "6-liter toilet supporting system" has been implemented. According to the regulations, domestic bathroom manufacturers are not allowed to produce traditional water-consuming toilets, and traditional water-consuming toilets will gradually fade out of the market. Among the 6-liter toilets, the salesperson most recommends the 3/6-liter double-button toilet, that is, the toilet is designed with double buttons, and a small amount of flushing is 3 liters; 6-liter gear for heavy washing.
2. How to choose and buy
According to experts from the National Hardware Decoration Association, the concept of "water saving" has become the mainstream of the market, and four misunderstandings should be paid attention to when choosing water saving toilets.
The less water you use, the more water you save. When choosing a water-saving toilet, there is often a misunderstanding, that is, the smaller the flushing volume, the more water is saved. In fact, whether the toilet saves water does not depend entirely on this, but mainly depends on the design of the flushing and drainage system and water tank accessories of the toilet. Some toilets have small water tanks and poor flushing performance. They can't be cleaned once, they need to be cleaned two or three times. Some closestool water tanks are not small, but the water storage line of the water tank is very low, which has good flushing performance and saves water. Therefore, whether the toilet saves water depends not only on the size of the water tank, but also on the introduction of the dealer. You should ask the dealer for the flushing capacity of the toilet indicated in the product inspection report of the national quality and technical supervision agency.
② The water-saving toilet can't be flushed clean. Unlike consumers who think that using less water will save water, many people suspect that toilets that use less water are not clean. In fact, the flushing mode of water-saving toilet has been greatly improved, which is cleaner than the ordinary open flushing mode.
3 water-saving toilets must save water. The key to the water-saving performance of toilet is the coordinated design and installation of the whole flushing system. In the past, the reason why the flushing water volume of the toilet was not controlled was mainly because the components of the toilet were assembled and the water-saving performance of each component could not be coordinated. Therefore, only by selecting toilets that are assembled before leaving the factory and have complete sales, installation and after-sales service can we achieve real water-saving effect.
④ Water-saving certification depends on the model. At present, China Energy-saving Product Certification Center has published the first batch of certified water-saving product models and the list of their manufacturers. Only the products of some certified enterprises have passed the inspection. Therefore, when consumers buy water-saving toilets and faucets, they should pay special attention to identifying the specific models of certified products to avoid making mistakes.
Pay attention to the following details when buying a toilet.
① Whether there is cracking. Tap the edge of the porcelain with a thin stick to hear if the sound is crisp. If there is a hoarse voice, it proves that the porcelain is cracked.
② Deformation size. Put the porcelain bottle on a flat platform, and check whether it is flat and symmetrical in all directions, whether the installation surface and surface edge of the porcelain bottle are straight, and whether the installation hole is flat and smooth.
③ Glaze quality. Glaze surface must be fine and smooth, and the glaze color should be uniform. Drop a few drops of colored liquid on the glaze and dry it with a wet cloth after a few seconds. Glaze had better have no dirty spots.
4 pay attention to the appearance. Split toilets are generally small in area and suitable for bathrooms with small space; The conjoined toilet has smooth lines, novel design and a variety of styles to choose from, and the bottom line of the toilet is bent back and closed, which provides convenience for cleaning the toilet in the future; In addition, it is also important to observe the water level in the toilet tank. If the water tank is high, the impulse is larger and the flushing effect is better.
⑤ Pay attention to the inside. In order to save costs, many toilet manufacturers are working hard inside the toilet. Some are not glazed at the bend, and some use gaskets with low elasticity and poor sealing performance. This toilet is easy to scale and block, and it is easy to leak water. So when you buy it, you should put your hand into the dirty mouth of the toilet to see if it is smooth. Glaze if it feels smooth, and glaze if it feels rough. Gasket should be made of rubber or foamed plastic, with high elasticity and good sealing performance.
⑥ Pay attention to after-sales. Bathroom manufacturers in the general market have relatively reliable and perfect after-sales service. Buyers can enjoy free installation and 3 to 5 years warranty service, and manufacturers are responsible for free maintenance and replacement. Even after the warranty period, the replacement will only cost. However, some small-scale suppliers can't provide after-sales service calls although they promise warranty. Therefore, consumers should seriously implement the warranty and installation services when purchasing, so as to avoid inconvenience and disputes in the future.
(3) Bathtub
1, function
Bathtubs are divided into two styles, no skirt and skirt. Styles are heart-shaped, round, oval, rectangle and triangle. According to the function, it is divided into ordinary bathtub and jacuzzi, including sitting jacuzzi, hydrotherapy jacuzzi, hydrotherapy air jacuzzi and pulse jacuzzi. According to the production materials, there are cast iron bathtubs, acrylic bathtubs, steel bathtubs and wooden bathtubs. Cast iron is the highest grade, followed by acrylic and steel plate. Ceramic bathtubs once dominated the world. At that time, the bathtubs were mostly rectangular, and the difference was only the size. However, the lack of change makes it obsolete. At present, this kind of bathtub can no longer meet the changes of family structure.
Acrylic bathtubs have a large market share. The surface of acrylic material is polymethyl methacrylate, and the back is resin gypsum and glass fiber. Its advantages are easy molding; Good thermal insulation performance; Good gloss; Light weight and convenient installation; Color changes are rich. Because of the above characteristics, the price of acrylic bathtub is lower. However, compared with the surfaces of ceramics and enamels, this kind of material has some disadvantages, such as easy to get dirty, loud noise during water injection, poor high temperature resistance, no wear resistance, and easy aging and discoloration of the surface, while imported acrylic cylinders are only of relatively good quality.
Cast iron bathtub has long service life, high grade and easy cleaning. Because of the thick cylinder wall, it has good thermal insulation performance. Moreover, the cast iron cylinder has good gloss and the service life is the longest among the three cylinders. The acid and alkali resistance and wear resistance of cast iron bathtub are better than similar products, and the weight is considerable, so it is not easy to carry and install. Because of many factors, the price of cast iron bathtub is much more expensive than acrylic and steel bathtub, and the price is the most expensive.
The steel bathtub is made of steel plate with a certain thickness, and the surface is coated with enamel, which is not easy to hang dirty, clean and fade, with lasting luster, easy molding and low cost. However, due to the thin steel plate, insufficient firmness, loud noise, easy porcelain removal on the surface and poor thermal insulation performance, some of them have added thermal insulation layers.
Wooden bathtub is made of nanmu, cypress, oak, Chinese fir and pine. Nanmu bath bucket has the best comprehensive performance, but it is rarely seen in the market. Pine and Chinese fir bath barrels are easy to get wet, black and moldy, and their comprehensive performance is poor. Wooden bathtub has the advantages of thermal insulation, environmental protection, small floor space, easy cleaning, long service life and convenient installation. The disadvantage is that it is easy to crack when it is dry for a long time, so if it is not used for a long time, put some water in the bathtub.
Jacuzzi can use circulating water for hydraulic massage, but it needs electricity as energy. In addition to the high price, the jacuzzi not only requires a large bathroom area, but also has high requirements for water pressure, electricity and installation. The pulse massage bathtub is equipped with a signal generator that simulates the spectrum of the human body. The signal it sends out is very similar to the spectrum of the human body, which produces * * * vibration phenomenon and plays the role of dredging meridians. In addition to the massage function, some bathtubs are also equipped with computer boards, which can be used to install telephones, CD players and radios, and some bathtubs can also be automatically powered off and filled with water through computer control.
2. How to choose and buy
When choosing a bathtub, you should choose according to the size and pattern of your bathroom. I like the bathtub again, but the bathroom can't hold it, so I can't help it. There are some tips for choosing a bathtub:
① Specific thickness. You can tap the bathtub and judge the thickness of the bathtub. The bathtub is thick and naturally won't crack.
2 Listen to the sound. Pay attention to the sound of the motor when buying a jacuzzi. When buying a high-end bathtub, it is best to "test the water", listen to the sound and try the temperature.
3 Look at the gloss. Look at the surface gloss to know the quality of the material, suitable for any kind of bathtub.
④ Smoothness of the touch surface. Suitable for steel plate and cast iron bathtubs, because both bathtubs need enamel electroplating, and fine ripples will appear if the electroplating process is not good.
⑤ Press hands and feet to test the firmness. The firmness of the bathtub is related to the quality and thickness of the material, which can't be seen visually. You need to try it yourself, such as standing inside, whether you feel sinking.
⑥ Choose a bathtub that has passed 3C certification.
The longest wooden bathtub is about 175mm, the shortest is about 86mm, and the height varies from 6 1mm to 88 mm. Generally, the elderly should not choose too high. When consumers buy wooden bath barrels, they should check whether the surface of the bath barrel is cracked, whether the tightness of the metal hoop is moderate, and whether the scar knot is a slipknot or a dead knot (the dead knot is easy to cause water leakage).
No matter what kind of bathtub you choose, you should carefully check whether there are folds, burrs, cracks and cracks inside and outside the bathtub before paying. Although the work of repairing cracks or painting the surface is relatively simple, serious flaws and cracks are absolutely incurable. In addition, if you want to add a shower to the bathtub, the position where you provide the shower must be flat, and the place where you leave your feet is also the best square, so it will be more convenient to move when taking a shower. From the perspective of safety, it is best to choose a style with anti-slip treatment on the surface of the bathtub.
If consumers' economic conditions permit, they must choose a bathroom brand with perfect service. Sanitary ware is a bulky ceramic or glass product, which is bulky and fragile. Only the professional logistics distribution of manufacturers can reduce the risk. However, before signing the sales contract, consumers must ask whether the salesman will send it downstairs or directly to the interior decoration site, and put it in the location designated by consumers, because some brands only send it downstairs and are not responsible for carrying it into the room, which will still bring inconvenience and risks to consumers.
Proper placement of sanitary ware
1, the bathroom adopts dry-wet separation.
The shower area should be equipped with sliding doors or shower curtains, and the washbasin, toilet and bath should be divided into dry and wet areas, which can make the family healthy and improve the family fortune!
2. Bathroom window
It is best to have windows in the bathroom and keep them open at any time, which will add points to the health of family members in feng shui.
3. Tiles and bathtubs have anti-slip effect.
The ceramic tile material used in the bathroom must have the function of anti-slip, especially when it comes to bath milk and soapy water.
4. Close the bathroom and toilet doors at any time.
The toilet door behind you must be closed, otherwise it will bring moisture and dirty air to the whole house, and of course the luck of the whole family will get worse and worse.
5, the toilet should be covered at any time when not in use.
Feng shui master will advise the toilet to be closed at any time when not in use. Avoid negative energy and absorb positive energy from home.
6. Put positive energy items in the bathroom.
Feng Shui master suggested putting some items that can increase positive energy in the bathroom, such as candles, thick bath towels and carpets. To balance the yin and yang energy in the bathroom.
Incorrect placement of sanitary ware
1, the sink is outside the bathroom door.
When the sink is outside the bathroom, the humidity in the room will be too heavy, and the kidney function of the family will be incomplete. If it happens to be in the palace, it will also cause the loss of money.
This washbasin has a strange shape.
Don't be too weird in the shape of the washbasin. Weird objects are easy to attract evil spirits in geomantic omen, so it is best to avoid them.
3. The bathroom is equipped with gas water heater.
Gas water heaters shall not be installed indoors to avoid the danger of carbon monoxide.
4. The color of bathroom tiles is too dark.
The dark color system used in the bathroom will cause great inconvenience and danger to the elderly who are weak and have impaired vision. It is best to use light and bright colors in the bathroom.
5, bathtub or toilet water seepage
Bathtub is the place with the most water, so we must pay attention to the construction quality. The edge of the bathtub must be sealed with professional waterproof materials, and don't be greedy and cheap.
6. The toilet and the gate are in the same direction.
The toilet can't be in the same direction as the gate, otherwise the family will easily get skin diseases, especially scabies.
7.triangular bathtub
The bathtub is preferably long or round, regular pentagons or hexagons are also acceptable, but don't use triangles or irregular shapes.
8. There are too many mirrors.
Don't have too many mirrors in the bathroom. As long as it is enough for the family to use normally.