Whirlpools and Air Tubs
How about a spa retreat in your own home? Sounds awesome, right? When you consider how hard you're working, it's not much to ask to soak in a therapeutic bath. It's a great way to end your day, relieving stress and muscle ache; forgetting all your worries you float into relaxation.
Whirlpools and air tubs come in a kaleidoscope of shapes, sizes, and styles, suitable for every budget. What is the difference between these two products, you ask?
A whirlpool circulates water, with a little air mixed in, via jets and hoses to create your hydro-thermal massage. You can adjust the air and water flow at the individual jets and control the force of the flow at the pump. Both the number of jets and the power of the pump determine the quality of the massage.
An air tub forces air through tiny holes to generate an all-over bubbling massage. There's no water in the system. The hole placement determines the massage action. It's easier to clean than the whirlpool because there is an automatic purge feature which kicks in after the water has drained from the tub. This clears the holes and dries the air chamber and the tub, making the air tub more hygienic than the whirlpool.
A whirlpool cannot withstand the use of bath oils and bubbles!. Many air tubs can, but do check the product you're considering. Both carry a noise factor of about 70 - 80 decibels.
Think about "making waves" in your bath to give yourself some relaxing down-time. The athletes might prefer the agressive massage of the whirlpool. But there is something to be said for the softer approach of the air tub.
And while you're at it, when designing your dream bathroom, consider adding a STEAM room unit to your spa retreat! This will definitely enhance your healthier, happier lifestyle.
Accessorize Wise
Putting the final touches on your bathroom is like accessorizing a chic dress. "Less is more", is the rule of thumb. Choose several well-made, co-ordinated pieces to make a strong style statement and fill your basic needs for bathroom efficiency.
Bathroom accessories include such items as a soap dish, soap dispenser, toilet roll holder, toilet brush, waste basket, towel rails and rings, and robe hook, to name a few!
Try to match the accessories with the faucets, door knobs, and lighting hardware so that they enhance the room without chopping it up too much. If you have silver faucets and doorknobs, for example, go with silver shower and towel rods. Putting gold and silver together is not the best idea because they both lose their vibrance when in competition with each other.
Keep in mind the fact that the bathroom, although serving functional roles for your comfort, hygiene, and grooming, should also be inviting and relaxing. If you have more than one bathroom to accessorize, try to keep the styles you choose in harmony with each other.
An accessory that is very popular in Europe and which is starting to catch on here is the toilet roll caddy. A waterproof bath alarm is a great idea for those who love to soak in the tub and maybe fall asleep! Shower seats are showing up more and more because they offer stability to those not as steady on their feet, and safety when shaving or exfoliating in the shower. Consider a shower mirror for watching not to nick your skin when shaving!
While you're checking out the tumbler and toothbrush holder keep in mind the choice of a high performance toothbrush, made from recycled yogurt cups, with packaging that doubles as a carrying case. Preserve your health. Preserve the earth. In all aspects of accessorizing your bathroom, be wise. You can make a difference.
Tub and Shower Valves and Equipment
When it comes to creating the bathroom of your dreams, enter the arena of exciting product ideas to compliment your style. Fulfill you inner desire for comfort and adventure as you aim for a luxurious bathroom in your home. To offer up one such exciting product idea, there is the thermostatic mixer. Once you can set your own bath temperature, you'll never go back to a standard filler.
Besides thermostatic control of your tub and shower valves, you can have volume control, remote pressure balance, diversion, and any combination of the above paradigms in plumbing!
Just to take a look at once piece of the tub and shower equipment, for example, check out what is available in a shower head: it can be adjustable, multifunctional, lighted, concealed, handheld and available in an array of styles from Victorian to Hip!
Imagine a Victorian style shower unit with Victorian Rose concealed shower head and Edwardian handset in antique gold with pordelain accents, then slide the right side of your brain over to a Hip, très sleek wall-mounted shower panel with body sprays while you're under the shower head! Yes, lather up in a little aesthetic pleasure. With the trims and finishes available you'll have some serious pampering going on!
Indulge yourself in your research as you check out handles from curvy and well-rounded to classically slender. And while you're creating this personal retreat in your bathroom..don't forget the wall-mounted towel warmer!
