Advantages and disadvantages of artificial stone bathtubs

Currently, many things are dominated by simple and minimalist styles. Therefore, minimalism has entered the bathtub market, forming a branch of bathtubs: classic and modern. After nearly ten years of development, acrylic bathtubs have reached their peak, making significant breakthroughs difficult. The biggest drawback of acrylic bathtubs is that over 95% of the tub body and skirt must be separate, which compromises the overall integrity and smooth lines of the bathtub, resulting in an imperfect feel. Therefore, the emergence of artificial stone bathtubs overcomes many of the shortcomings of acrylic and cast iron tubs, aligning with current trends and development directions. It will replace acrylic and cast iron tubs as fashionable high-end bathtubs, while acrylic products will ultimately become low-end products.

1. What is an artificial stone bathtub?

Artificial stone bathtubs originated in Italy and are known as cast tubs or handmade tubs due to their manufacturing process. Artificial stone bathtubs are an innovative product that has distinguished itself in the bathtub industry, becoming a new favorite in the bathroom industry and another luxury bathroom option after steam rooms. With the continuous improvement of people's living standards, I believe many people now have bathtubs in their homes, allowing them to easily enjoy a hot bath after a long day at work. As we all know, artificial stone bathtubs on the market are not limited to the simple style we initially understood. With the development of science and technology, we can now see a wide variety of artificial stone bathtubs and various brands available. Perhaps some people are unfamiliar with artificial stone bathtubs, so to help you choose a good one, let's introduce the details of artificial stone bathtubs.

2. Advantages of artificial stone bathtubs

(1) Artificial stone bathtubs are made of artificial stone, so they have higher impact resistance, flexibility, pressure resistance and impermeability than other stones. They also have very strong wear resistance, acid resistance and high temperature resistance.

(2) It has the characteristics of being mildew-proof, antibacterial, heat-resistant, not easily polluted, easy to clean, non-aging, and easy to repair. Its weight is only 65% ​​of that of an ordinary artificial stone bathtub.

(3) Artificial stone bathtubs come in a full range of colors, can be integrated, and can be repeatedly polished and innovated.

(4) If you think the stone bathtub is too short or too narrow, that's okay. You can glue it to any length seamlessly without leaving any glue marks.

3. Disadvantages of artificial stone bathtubs

Artificial stone bathtubs are not corrosion resistant. The hardness of any artificial stone bathtub is 58-62, which cannot withstand the sharp edges of sharp objects such as metal (it can be refurbished and refinished to remedy this).

4. Price of artificial stone bathtubs

The price of artificial stone bathtubs is not fixed. Prices fluctuate with economic development and societal demand. When considering pure artificial stone bathtubs for kitchens, it's essential to first examine local market prices and then compare them to solid stone bathtubs. We need to research some options first and then decide on a purchase based on quality and price. So, what is the price of a typical artificial stone bathtub? In the market, the price of a typical kitchen artificial stone bathtub ranges from 300 to 1000 yuan, and even exceeds 1000 yuan. There are some more advanced artificial stone bathtubs available. It depends on your individual purchasing needs. Prices change daily; there is no fixed pattern. To find the latest prices for kitchen artificial stone bathtubs, you need to go online or shop at a building materials market. Choosing options now or in the future offers significant advantages.

After reading the introduction, you should have a better understanding of artificial stone bathtubs! Bathtubs not only bring convenience to people's lives, but they also enhance the overall beauty of the bathroom.