If you have long been thinking about the bath with hydromassage, but thoughts about replacing plumbing, equipment prices and all the pregnasses of repair are frightened, it is worth trying to try less radical option, namely - bath mats with a jacuzzi effect.
Yes, these kids will not replace these bars with a hydromassage, but it is really necessary to understand whether it really needs. We'll figure it out what kind of devices, what nuances should consider when using and what a rug to choose to avoid disappointment.
Features and device
Most mats have a similar device, although they differ in detail - color, form factor, additional options, size.
Standard hydromassage bath rug device as follows:
- directly the rug itself - a canvas of wear-resistant rubber, with special fastening suction cups and irregularities on the working surface;
- Pillow under the head (optional);
- The air hose is usually about 2 meters long;
- compressor;
- control panel on batteries;
- Various additional devices - essential compartments, water or ozoneherapy heating device.
The average size of the rug - 1.2 m x 40 cm.
Matters are mostly the inappropriate, the sounds made by them, rather soothe than annoying.
Devices have a different number of modes, usually - from 3:
- Easy intensity;
- average intensity;
- Strong intensity.
You can configure the session duration. Remember that between sessions most mats need a break in 10 minutes. In addition, advanced models have a lot of additional settings that will help get such a massage you want.
Hydromassage rugs have a number of pros and cons who are worth knowing in advance. Pros:
- In the absence of contraindications to use the use of rugs with the effect of hydromassage positively affects health;
- The device does not occupy a lot of space;
- The rug can pick up for a bath of almost any size;
- much lower, in comparison with the jacuzzi, the price;
- A wide selection of models will allow you to choose a mat for the bathroom of any design;
- The ability to relax and relax faster.
Minuses:
- Possible contraindications;
- Some compressor sound can still seem unpleasant.
If we are talking about health benefits, it is worth adding specifics. First of all, the rug can help the nervous system. You will quickly relax and calm down, make it easier to cope with the stress accumulated per day. For people who regularly experiencing nervous voltage, the device is just a find.
- Mat can be used as an adjuvant for prevention of flatfoot.
- Lovers of sports massage can help relieve muscle fatigue.
- Favorable effect on the skin, improves skin tone, there is a gentle exfoliation.
To experience all these advantages, the mat is required to install correctly. Bath need to be cleaned and dried, and then securing the pad to check the reliability of the suction cups.
What are there?
Increase the use of the rug will help additional options provided in a number of models.heated
The water in the bathtub has the unpleasant property to cool. And when using the mat is happening even faster because of the moving of the water. Not to pour hot water constantly, look for models with water heating function. These models themselves will maintain a comfortable temperature.
With flavor
If you're a fan of aromatherapy and want to achieve even greater effect on spa mat, look for those that are equipped with special containers for aromatic oil. Most importantly, be careful when selecting the essential oils themselves. Check whether you have an allergy to a specific substance.
Different oils produce its effect. Here are the most common options:
- calm down will help: lavender, neroli, rose, chamomile, marjoram, cypress;
- cheer: ginger, rosemary, nutmeg, orange, lemon grass, lemon balm;
- will give an additional moisturizing the skin and take care of her, chamomile, avocado, patchouli, vetiver, carnation, fir, jasmine;
- facilitate breathing during prolonged colds: eucalyptus, tea tree, fir, cardamom;
- They have antiseptic properties calamus, acacia, basil, bergamot, hyssop.
With the function of generating ozone
Additional disinfection function will provide Hydro with ozone therapy. It is believed that they are:
- provide a bactericidal effect;
- protect the bathroom from mold and mildew;
- enhance the relaxing effect;
- tone the skin.
Best models
It's time to take a look at some of the most popular models of rugs.sanitas SLS30
- Country of origin - Germany;
- size - 117h36 cm;
- number of modes - 3;
- additional options - not available;
- price - from 3.5 to 5 thousand rubles..
The most basic entry level model without the extra bells and whistles mat. Perfect to find out whether you need any massaging mat. The advantages include low price and good reputation of the manufacturer. Among cons - the minimum functionality.
Medisana MBH
- Country of origin - Germany;
- size - 120h36 cm;
- number of modes - 3;
- additional options - aromatherapy, timer;
- price - from 6,5 to 10 thousand rubles..
Pretty amazing mat from a trusted German brand. Popular model with basic functionality and the possibility of applying aromatic oils. Especially note the simplicity of its use and the versatility of size. The only drawback that users say - with suction cups it is necessary to refer to the most carefully, otherwise they can break away, in addition, in this embodiment there is no water heating system.
Medisana BBS.
- Manufacturer country - Germany;
- Size - 120x36 cm;
- The number of modes is 4;
- Additional options - heated water, the ability to work with essential oils, auto-power function;
- Price - from 10 to 13 thousand rubles.
In addition to all the functions of Medisana MBH, this model will also not give water in the bath to cool. BBS works quietly, which is a significant plus for many. In addition, a pleasant mat material, fastening and long service life are noted. By cons: only the fact that the price is slightly higher than that of previous samples.
Montiss WBS6230M.
- Manufacturer Country - China;
- size - 105x37 cm;
- The number of modes is 3;
- Additional options - heated water and ozone therapy;
- Price - from 2.5 to 4 thousand rubles.
This is an economical version of the massage rug. There are no such guarantees such as German samples here, but there is heated water and the production of ozone. Of the minuses: unreliability of fixtures and high noise.
Novasan Dr. Frenkel 702 IR 7
- Manufacturer country - Germany;
- Size - 120x36 cm;
- The number of modes is 12;
- Additional options: heated water, ozonation, cushion under the head, inhaler, bath for massage Stop included;
- Price - from 70 to 85 thousand rubles.
Whole massage complex, with thermometer, water temperature control system, ozonation and an additional massage bath for stop, auto power off. You can customize not only the intensity of the massage, but also its rhythm.
True, the price of the device makes think about whether it is easy to install a bath with a hydromassage function.
Tips for choosing
The main thing is to have to decide - for which you need a rug and how do you plan to use it. If you just want to try a bath with a hydromassage or are going to use the device irregularly, then you can stay on a simple, basic device, with 3 modes of work and without additional features. But if the rug will be in work constantly, then save on it is not the best option.
Determined with all the desired functions and model - it's time to choose directly the rug itself. Pay attention to the following points:
- Elasticity and soft rubber;
- The quality of trimming edges of the rug;
- presence in the set of warranty coupling and instructions;
- compliance with the actual model and functions of what are claimed in documents;
- No damage on all device elements;
- Ask for you to check the efficiency of the console and, most importantly, the compressor;
- Buy the rug is only in proven stores.
Nuances use
Choosing a rug, you need to deal with how to use it.
- Bath must be cleaned and dry.
- Securing the rug, it is required to check the reliability of the clutch of the suction cup with the surface of the bath.
- Next you need to dial water in the bath. There are 2 nuances here: first, the water should be a little hot to which you are accustomed, and, secondly, you should not fill the bath to the edges so that the water does not splash for flights.
- Using the remote, you need to configure the massage mode. As specifically, this will be done, it will be indicated in the instructions, all rugs have their own settings.
Now that you know about the hydromassage mats, everything you need, you can make a conscious choice and decide whether you need this device and, if necessary, what. Choose a massage device with the mind, and pleasant, relaxing baths are guaranteed.
