The foot for the bath not only performs the function of supporting the structure, but also makes it possible to ventilate the container from all sides, which prevents the formation of mold and mildew in hard-to-reach places. And today we will talk about what are the legs for a steel bath, and how to choose them.
Product Type
To date, there are two types of these products - a decorative foot for a bath (that is, one that has an exclusively aesthetic function) and a fully-adjustable adjustable foot (one that can withstand the full weight of the tank and can be adjusted depending on the preferences of the owners).
Material selection
When choosing furniture legs, pay particular attention to the material from which they are made. The best option is a metal chromed bathtub foot. Unlike other models, this product will always have an attractive appearance, and its surface will not collect dirt and dust. For 5-10 years of regular use, such a bath foot will not have cracks at all, and its paint will not peel off. It is worth noting the fact that such a metal is not susceptible to corrosion, exposure to sunlight, as well as large temperature extremes. Chrome can be used absolutely in any bathroom, no matter in what style it was performed.
Design choice
If you opted for decorative products, you will not have any problems with the strength of the structure, since such a foot for the bath will not bear any additional loads. Another thing is adjustable counterparts. It is they who carry the function of support, so your safety during a shower will depend on the reliability of their regulatory element. They can also be used on uneven surfaces if the height is initially adjusted correctly on them. When choosing such a leg, be sure to pay attention to the operability of the mechanism, as well as to the presence of additional fasteners. If the fasteners will not be included in the package, it is better to refrain from such a purchase, otherwise you will have to buy them yourself (and not the fact that you will find exactly what you need in the store).
Installation
After the acquisition, the happy owners think of a new problem - how to install the legs. There are no special differences in installation for a cast-iron bathtub or acrylic, therefore it is not necessary to know any installation secrets. The only thing that needs to be done is to make an additional fastening for the legs, that is, when attaching this product to the bath itself, you need to fix it also to the floor. This will increase the safety of the structure and significantly reduce the risk of tank overturning. It is not necessary to use self-tapping screws and screws, just buy silicone-based glue and glue it to the floor with a foot.
Conclusion
And finally, I would like to say that before buying you need to take into account the dimensions of your room, since the legs (whether they are adjustable or decorative) occupy several centimeters of free space. Thanks to this, your bath can move 5-10 cm further from the wall.