The bathrooms are not that forgotten room that they used to be. We take care of its design like that of any other room in the house and the design alternatives for this room are increasing. Solutions aimed at shower area they are today very numerous, thanks to the prominence that this item has collected in the last decade.
Today's shower trays adapt to any space; it is possible to choose measurements, design and finish. The resin shower trays or mineral fillers have revolutionized the market, putting at our disposal a highly versatile material that provides us with the greatest safety and comfort. But what do you know about these shower trays?
You have surely heard of resin shower trays. In recent years its prominence has multiplied in the catalogs of the companies dedicated to the design of toilets and bathrooms, displacing those acrylic or porcelain. Why?
Images from the Nuovvo catalog
Advantages of resin shower trays
Resin or mineral filled shower trays have been imposed in the catalogs. They have done it for their ability to adapt to any bathroom, but also for some technical characteristics that have supposed an advance with respect to the traditional ones. These are the main ones:
They are extra flat
Resin shower trays can be installed at ground level, achieving a perfect integration with the space and eliminating barriers when accessing the shower, thus providing us with greater safety and comfort. Resin shower trays can generally be installed with or without a frame, giving priority to the more minimalist aesthetic and a reduced height, or a greater depth thanks to the perimeter frame.
Can be cut to size
Resin or mineral-filled shower trays can be dimensioned to any bathroom, with a symmetrical cut and perfect joints that combine the best aesthetic fit with the easiest installation. Can be easily trimmed to save downspouts, columns, etc ... everything that may be an obstacle to installing another type of shower.
They offer greater resistance and durability
Given the manufacturing system of resin shower trays, these present a greater resistance scratches and bumps than acrylic or ceramic shower trays. They also guarantee greater durability than these and a perfect maintenance of the color of their mineral pigments over time.
The material of these shower trays is made up of natural resins and mineral fillers, with a composition of 30-40% resin and 70-60% fillers, according to the manufacturer. A catalyst will be responsible for both materials and the pigment to generate a compact mass that will be placed in a mold and subsequently dried and compacted at a controlled temperature. The quality of the materials together with this last controlled process will determine the success in terms of the resistance and durability of the shower tray.
They are antibacterial
During the manufacturing process, a surface layer of Sanitary Gel Coat, a highly resistant material that provides, in addition to greater resistance to the plate, antibacterial and anti-mold characteristics.
They are non-slip
The resin shower trays are made of excellent quality and their cover is designed to prevent any fall. A textured finish It also provides the product with an accentuated non-slip property that guarantees maximum safety in the shower while offering a very natural and pleasant feeling to the touch.
Image belonging to the Roca catalog
Wide variety of finishes
Each manufacturer has its own catalog of shower tray models and finishes. The texture slate or stone type ringing is one of the most popular both for its naturalness and for its non-slip power when stepping on it with bare feet and wet. Another texture currently in high demand is one that emulates the warmth of wood or seeks the avant-garde touch of cement.
Infinite range of colors
Resin shower trays offer a wide range of colors and tones, easily combined with the elements of a bathroom, screens, furniture, taps, etc. The most popular color is the target for its practicality and cleanliness, representing approximately 70% of sales. Other colors in great demand are gray, anthracite and beige.
Easy cleaning
Un simple rinse with water it is enough for its maintenance. It is also convenient to know that resin shower trays obtain excellent results in quality tests against chemical, abrasive and cleaning products such as salfumán, caustic soda, solvent, ammonia or iodine, among others, although it is not recommended use these.
Do you have a resin shower tray? If you have to replace yours, will you do it with one of this material?