Acrylic bathtubs are very popular; most people choose Triton acrylic bathtubs. They are quite light, easy to wash off various deposits and look very stylish and modern. However, their strength has its limitations and in case of heavy loads, an additional frame should be installed to it, which acts as a skeleton. With its help, the bathtub will become much stronger and will last several times longer; now the metal skeleton will take the entire load, and the bathtub itself will only be a vessel for filling with water. To strengthen the bathtub, you can use the services of craftsmen, but it is not difficult to install the frame on your own.
Manufacturer
Triton asymmetric acrylic bathtubs are distinguished by their durability and accessibility to potential consumers. These products are produced by a domestic company, which dates back to 2001. The main task of the manufacturers was to create high-quality equipment that could compete with leading companies.
Thanks to modern technologies, it was possible to create high-quality models that have held leading positions in the plumbing accessories market for more than 10 years. Today it is considered a fairly successful and promising brand.
There are many shapes and models of bathing bowls on sale, which differ in cost and size. Thanks to this, it is possible to select products based on financial investments and basic requirements.
Siphon assembly and connection to the sewer system
Option for connecting an acrylic bathtub to the sewer system.
To connect the bowl to the sewer network:
- a receiving pipe is connected to the drain hole (assembly techniques and names of parts are given in the instructions for the siphon), the joints are treated with sealing compounds;
- A protective grill is mounted on top of the drain, which traps large dirt and hair;
- Rubber gaskets are placed between the siphon parts;
- a drain pipe is inserted into the lower part of the structure;
- a flexible overflow hose with a rubber gasket is inserted into the overflow hole, which is located in the upper part of the bowl;
- on the inside of the bowl there is a metal grill on the overflow hole;
- the lower end of the hose is installed in the overflow outlet;
- the remaining parts of the siphon are combined with threads and union nuts, after which they are connected to the drain and overflow outlet.
All connections should be treated with a strong sealing compound. To assemble the siphon correctly, you need to watch training videos.
Holes for brackets and hooks for fixing the bowl on the wall are often made after the sewer outlet has been assembled. Before attaching the decorative plate, you need to check how tight the sewer connections are.
Advantages of acrylic plumbing fixtures
To produce these products, modern equipment and high-strength consumables are used. Experienced engineers offer a variety of options and solutions that allow you to get unusual bathtubs with many additional functions.
Positive reviews of Triton acrylic bathtubs prove their popularity among customers. They reflect the quality and style of these products.
Acrylic alloys have a number of positive qualities. These include:
- retains heat for 8 hours;
- has excellent sound insulation;
- not afraid of mechanical damage;
- the surface can be cleaned well using conventional care products;
- does not absorb harmful compounds from water;
- minimum weight;
- simple installation;
- snow-white surface.
Another advantage is its plasticity. Acrylic can take any shape during the execution of the model. To maintain the specified parameters, a frame is manufactured that follows the lines and bends of the product.
How to choose
Before we get to the topic of how to install an acrylic bathtub, let's talk about the nuances of choosing it.
- Manufacturer. Companies such as Triton, Cersanit, Kolo are in demand among buyers because the quality of their products is at a very high level. You should not trust dubious companies that you know nothing about and have never heard of.
- Dimensions, shape. It depends on your wishes, the free space inside the bathroom that you are willing to allocate. There is a certain standard for bathtubs, but there is a corner option, the opportunity to order an individual design of a sanitary product. A corner, rectangular bathroom will require a minimum of space, while oval and round products take up more space.
- Surface. Carefully examine the surface of the plumbing to ensure that it does not have chips, cracks, or roughness. Moreover, many sellers only let you examine an exhibition copy. This is not the point. You need to inspect the exact acrylic bathtub you are purchasing.
- Acrylic thickness. Acrylic bathtubs are made by joining sheets of polymer. Look at the sides. This way you will see how thick the bathtub is made of sheets.
- Special instructions. The bathtub must include instructions for installation, connecting legs and other fastening elements. If instructions are missing, assembly may be difficult.
- Masking screen. A special screen for the bathroom allows you to hide communications, pipes, and legs. The nuance is that the screen for acrylic bathtubs is made individually, depending on the model of plumbing fixtures. Installing the screen does not take much time and effort. Plus, manufacturers offer them complete with the bathtub itself. Therefore, you won’t have to look for a screen for acrylic plumbing fixtures.
- Tap the sides. If the sound is dull, then the bath is of high quality.
- Place a good flashlight on the outside of the side. If light does not shine through it, this indicates high quality workmanship.
- Smell the bath. Acrylic should not emit strong chemical odors. If they are, then you should not buy this bathtub.
- Equipment. Ask the seller what the package includes. Standard equipment means that only instructions are included in the kit. Extended equipment includes a screen, installation kit, drain, overflow, etc.
- Frame frame. Remember - there are no universal frame frames. They develop for each individual bathroom model.
Types of models
Today there are many varieties of Triton bathtubs on sale. They have additional equipment in the form of hydromassage or silicone elements. Asymmetrical shapes of products are in particular demand.
The choice of models should be made taking into account the size of the room and the style in which it will be decorated. For proper installation you will need at least 5 m2. It is recommended to pay special attention to the frame structure.
According to the stylistic direction, all Triton bathrooms are divided into the following groups:
- classic;
- standard;
- original;
- elegant.
Prices for Triton acrylic bathtubs vary from 8 to 15,000 rubles. The more additional options, the higher the cost of the products.
According to their form they are divided into:
- rectangular;
- corner;
- square.
Installation methods
You have found a certain standard for an ideal bathroom, bought a product from the company Triton or Cersanit, and provided for the presence of a suitable screen. Now we can talk about how to properly install an acrylic bathtub.
In fact, the installation of an acrylic bathtub is carried out in three ways:
- The first method for installing acrylic bathtubs on legs and a frame frame. The frame is offered as a complete set. The method is fast and reliable. Some experts believe that installing an acrylic bathtub using this method should be done using a timber frame. This is a misconception because wood is destroyed by moisture.
- Another option involves installing an acrylic bathtub on ordinary bricks.
- Combined method.
The choice in favor of one method or another is a purely individual decision. But still, the craftsmen are confident that installation on bricks is the best option.
On your feet
Each bathtub from the well-known manufacturer Triton comes with instructions that provide for a certain standard of installation on the legs. Therefore, work must be performed based on the manufacturer’s recommendations.
- First, the legs are attached to the bathtub. To do this, you need to make markings according to the instructions and make holes.
- The guides are attached to the holes, and then the legs.
- The next step is installing the siphon. Connect the upper drain hole first, then the lower one, and then assemble the siphon.
- Put the bathtub in place, adjust the horizontal position of the sides. Move it aside.
- Mark a line the width of the edge to place the mounting hooks. They will not allow the bathroom to deform and move away from the wall.
- Return the bathtub to its place and install the screen. Using the screen, all communications, legs and other elements are closed, the appearance of which will not add advantages to your interior.
On bricks
Installing an acrylic bathtub using brickwork is not difficult if you are a professional. This method is relevant if the bathroom kit did not include legs.
It is strongly not recommended to do this kind of work yourself. It will be better if the installation of an acrylic bathtub is carried out by a highly qualified craftsman. His services cost money, but the results are worth it.
Expert advice
There are several recommendations that professionals advise beginners to pay special attention to. This way, installing an acrylic bathtub with your own hands will be done with really high quality.
- Buy only good plumbing fixtures for subsequent installation. High quality is a guarantee of long service life of the bathroom.
- Check availability of bathroom accessories. Many, trying to make money, offer components for an additional fee, although the manufacturer stipulates that they come for free.
- Use high strength fasteners.
- Don't forget the importance of waterproofing the floor inside the bathroom.
- Before installing an acrylic bathtub, tidy up the floor, level it if necessary, and check the correct angle where the plumbing is installed.
- Make sure all communications, pipes, and water supply systems are in good condition. By covering the pipes with brickwork for the screen, you will thereby complicate your access to them. In the event of an accident or breakdown, the structure will have to be destroyed.
- Follow the installation standard described in the manufacturer's instructions. Don't assume that your ideas and methods are better than those developed by plumbing manufacturers. The probability of making a mistake in the process of amateur performance is very high.
- Do not hurry. A big mistake beginners make is that they try to install acrylic bathtubs as quickly as possible. During the rush process, the greatest number of violations of assembly technology occur. It’s better to spend a couple of hours more, but get the job done efficiently.
Considering the relative simplicity of modern plumbing, installing acrylic bathtubs yourself is not a big problem. Act competently, consistently, take into account the manufacturer’s recommendations and everything will definitely work out for you.
Rectangular baths
This type of model is intended for large rooms. As a rule, it is located in the center of the bathroom. The package includes hydromassage. The length of the bathtub ranges from 150 to 170 cm.
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The grooved bottom of the product reduces slipping on the surface during bathing. The cost of such a model ranges from 10 to 12,000 rubles.
Sealing joints between the wall and the side of the bathtub
Even if the bowl is located close to the wall, there remains a small gap between the tiles and the side. Moisture enters this gap, which provokes the development of mold.
A thin layer of silicone sealant cannot always completely seal the gap, because... When loaded, the acrylic sides bend inward.
Seal the seams between the wall and the bathroom with silicone sealant.
The most practical ways to seal a joint are:
- Silicone tapes. Waterproof tapes are fixed to a layer of silicone, firmly sealing the gap between the tiles and the side. The advantage of this option is the speed of sealing and the ability to repeat the procedure if moisture gets under the sealing layer.
- Plastic corners. Allows you to seal joints more reliably and aesthetically. Due to the rubberized corners, they fit snugly both to the side and to the tiles. To ensure a tight fit, you need to measure the sides of the bowl and cut the plastic corner into several pieces. At the points of contact (at the corners of the bath), the parts are cut at an angle of 45°. After trimming, the top edge of the corner should protrude beyond the bottom by the length of the longest side of the corner. The sides, corner and section of the wall are degreased with alcohol. Silicone glue is applied to the contact surface. The corner is pressed tightly against the edge of the bathtub and the wall.
Before applying silicone sealant, you need to fill the bathtub. In this case, polymerization will occur at the highest load on the joint, and deformation of the sides will not affect the integrity of the seam.
Installing a bowl in a tiled bathroom can be done in three ways:
- after laying the tiles;
- before decorating the walls (the sides of the bathtub are sewn into tiles);
- after gluing the tiles to the level of the sides.
Bathtubs made of acrylic and with additional functions (for example, hydromassage) are recommended to be installed after wall cladding. If the structure requires repairs, the tiles will not have to be broken and repositioned.
Corner acrylic bathtubs
This type is intended for small spaces. Triton corner baths are located in the corner parts of the space.
There are additional levels in the form of ledges and thresholds. They are made according to the position of the human body during bathing.
The bottom of the structure has 3-layer protection against rapid cooling of the liquid. Acrylic can cope with high temperatures. The model can be upgraded by adding a multi-level hydromassage. The body has a simple control panel for the speed of the massage jet. The photo of Triton acrylic bathtubs shows popular models.
Installing an acrylic bathtub on a brick frame
Example of installing an acrylic bathtub on a brick
If the bathtub was sold without legs, then to install it it is necessary to build a brick frame. You should know that the installation method on bricks is more complex, so if you lack experience, you should seek the help of specialists.
To install a bathtub on bricks, you should build a base of bricks so that it does not interfere with the installation of the siphon. In places where the bathtub is adjacent to the wall, it is more convenient to use the same hooks as when installing the bathtub on legs. When using a combined installation method, the bathtub is first placed on legs, and then additional brick supports are made.
How to attach to the wall?
If your frame provides additional supports for mounting to the wall, you must use the following instructions:
STEP 1. Place marks on the wall with a marker on the underside of the sides.
STEP 2. We remove the structure and, using a building level and a marker, draw a line for the side of the bathtub.
STEP 3. Place the side supports as shown in the picture and mark the drilling locations.
STEP 4. Using a hammer drill and an 8mm drill (depending on the size of the dowels, but usually used,
we drill holes to the depth specified in the instructions.
STEP 5. Attach the side supports to the wall using dowels and self-tapping screws.
STEP 6. For a better fastening effect, coat the support areas of the bathtub sides with sealant.
STEP 7. Place the bathtub and frame on supports. Press well, fill with water and coat the joint with the wall with sealant or cover it with a corner.
Now you can work on sewerage and screen installation.
