The reasons for its success lie in its extraordinary technical qualities, combined with its relative cheapness, but also in its ability to “imitate” many more valuable materials. Wood-effect or marble-effect porcelain stoneware is famous.
However, this material, a bit like all materials of this type, must be looked after properly. In this article we see how to polish porcelain stoneware.
The first step in our guide to how to polish porcelain stoneware, the first step is represented by how to clean porcelain stoneware.
In the daily cleaning of porcelain stoneware it is advisable to avoid the use of waxes, oily soaps, and obviously not to use aggressive treatments (the precautions for cleaning polished marble floors are the same) to avoid damaging the material, with consequent spots or shiny areas.
There are specific products, but in any case choose a degreaser diluted in hot water and a common detergent.
Specific waxes can be used to polish stoneware floors, but it is better not to abuse them.
Over time, the wax dissolves and eventually enters the pores of the stoneware, producing more dirt. On the contrary, it is better to use protective agents spread on the surface, these protective agents help and maintain the natural beauty of the porcelain.
Among the existing products, glossy lava is a product suitable for sealing the pores of stoneware floors, thus facilitating daily cleaning and protecting the floor from wear.
This is our guide on how to polish porcelain stoneware.
]]>In this article we want to discover the secrets behind the Ideal Standard Tesi series. Design obviously plays a great role in this success, but is this alone enough?
To understand the reasons for the success of the Ideal Standard Tesi series, we must first take a step back to its origins. Behind this collection of products there is in fact an international signature, that of Studio Levien.
Studio Levien is a company based in London, but with a strong international soul, collaborating in multiple countries around the world with companies in various fields, including Ideal Standard.
This soul has been correctly reported in the design of Ideal Standard Tesi, which sees in its lines a desire for lightness, a mix of needs and elegance.
Just as the Levien studio gathers projects spread across the world under its wing, this Tesi collection does so with the various needs of the field: from the technical to the aesthetic.
Another element that certainly distinguishes the products generally made by Ideal Standard is the quality of the raw materials used. Although technological progress takes us towards unexplored heights of research in this area too, the quality of raw materials can always make the difference.
In addition to this, what obviously makes the difference is the wisdom and ability of the operators to create in practice products that are unparalleled in the field and which stand out first for their design and second for their quality.
We have seen the aesthetic aspect, the qualitative aspect, all that remains is the technical part, perhaps more boring, but the one that more than many other things makes the difference in the use of even a simple toilet.
Ideal Standard Tesi, for example, has included the best technology currently available for this area in its toilets. In particular, the toilet in this series is equipped with Aquablade technology, capable of turning the water into a blade that cleans every single point of the toilet.
In conclusion, Ideal Standard Tesi is a series that conquers for many reasons, not least an excellent price for everything that is offered to us.
]]>Today, with the advent of many cheaper materials, the use of wood has been somewhat lost, although it remains a protagonist of our floors. In particular, Listone Giordano Rovere Puro does this, a wooden floor capable of giving warmth and safety to our environment.
The reason for the success of Listone Giordano Rovere Puro can be found first and foremost in the history of this company, capable of redefining the very concept of wooden flooring. In fact, at one time these floors were made entirely of noble wood, which made them not only enormously expensive, but also very inefficient.
Listone Giordano, in the figure of one of its founders Guglielmo Giordano, had the intuition of joining the most superficial layer of noble wood to a lower birch support.
In addition to costing less, this solution also had better technical performance than its predecessor. This intuition revolutionized the market, bringing us products such as the Listone Giordano Rovere Puro.
The Listone Giordano Rovere Puro is the flooring designed for those who love unparalleled elegance that remains the same over time.
Pure oak is a material that allows us to fully experience the sensations of naturalness and relaxation that in a certain sense emanate from it. A natural oak parquet with ancient and timeless elegance to harmonize your modern design project with the needs and lines of nature.
For these and a thousand other reasons, it is important to choose a parquet of absolute quality.
]]>To consolidate this love between man and ceramics, there is also the fact that the bidet is used practically only in Italy, with sporadic appearances here and there in Europe, but nothing that really stands out.
However, despite this close relationship between Italy and bidets, it would seem that this was not born here.
Well no, the bidet was not born in Italy. According to the news, the first traces of the bidet can be found in France in the early 18th century, where it made its first “official” appearance in the home of one of the most famous concubines of the prime minister of King Louis XV.
Therefore it was used in France as early as the eighteenth century, but it seems it did not spread due to the poor hygiene of the time, quickly ending up forgotten or used by prostitutes.
The bidet arrived in Italy thanks to Maria Carolina of Habsburg-Lorraine, who was queen of Naples in the 18th century. In her Royal Palace of Caserta she asked for a bidet to be installed, appreciating its practical advantages.
However, we had to wait until the twentieth century to see a slow and inexorable spread of the bidet throughout the Italian peninsula. It actually took a long time before its use became widespread, even in the sixties and seventies it was not uncommon to see the bidet used as a simple foot washer or sink.
In conclusion, the bidet perhaps does not have a tricolor in its heart, but over time it has become our best adopted child, so much so that it is waved with pride and boast.
]]>If you too are still lost in the intricacies of this simple problem, don’t worry. In this article we will see what the screed is and how this influences the channel we are going to get for our shower.
To start analyzing the topic of screed and ducts, let’s first delve into what we are talking about in detail. Let’s start with the screed.
Anyone who has even remotely had to deal with work at home may have heard of the screed. If this isn’t the case, there’s no problem.
The screed is a cement layer created on the attic, in order to obtain a homogeneous surface on which to then lay any flooring in the material we prefer. Obviously all the various pipes necessary for the administration of the home find their home in the screed:
heating
electricity
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In short, in this thin layer it is possible to pass anything and everything according to our needs.
Moving on to the channels, these are elements closely linked to showers and represent the most popular way to obtain a floor-level shower.
In general, showers are raised from the floor, even if only slightly, and this allows plenty of space for the drains underneath.
However, if we want a shower tray that disappears into the floor then we will need a channel that will be inserted into the screed itself, connecting to the various appropriate drains.
At this point the relationship between these two elements should be quite clear. There are many channels on the market, each of which always has an indication of the maximum height of the screed to which they can adapt.
For this reason, during construction or renovation, it would be important to understand what type of shower and type of channel we would like to use before creating the screed.
This way we will be sure to get the product suited to our needs and we will get the shower of our dreams.
]]>Obviously all this is absolutely not true and for this reason we decided to check together how suspended sanitary fixtures are fixed, to dispel every myth and problem.
First of all, the workers who will have to install the suspended sanitary ware for you will have to carefully evaluate the nature of the wall on which they will be working.
Although theoretically it is a job that can be done by anyone with a minimum of manual dexterity, it is always advisable to turn to professionals who know best how suspended bathroom fixtures are fixed.
In this preparatory phase, therefore, the load-bearing capacity of the wall must be evaluated. The ideal is for this to be a perforated wall of 8 or better 12. That is, made up of the classic perforated bricks of this size.
A smaller width is to be avoided and if the wall is not strong enough, a counter wall can be created that takes up either the entire wall or even just the toilet and bidet area.
At this point, a professional who knows how suspended sanitary fixtures are fixed will know that he will have to proceed with walling in the support brackets.
There are different types of brackets on the market, certainly the best idea is to opt for the Geberit combifix system, which combines the support system with the integrated waste cistern.
This system allows you to support up to 400 kg without problems, so even for overweight or obese people there are no risks of any kind.
Finally, if there is no way to even create a counter wall, special L-shaped brackets can be used which place the weight on the ground or floor.
In any case, the load-bearing capacity is guaranteed and insured.
]]>In recent years, innovative materials and technologies have spread which allow the creation of innovative products. New technologies for a new world.
In this article in particular we see the main target of this innovation: the rim. We will see what it is and why it is now disappearing from almost all toilets on the market.
The toilet in our bathroom looks a lot like a vase and that is why it is also called as such. Inside this vase, however, on the upper edge there is a ceramic flap facing downwards.
This element present in the toilets has a very simple and functional task, namely to retain the waste water inside.
In fact, every time we flush the toilet, the water runs the serious risk of leaking out of the bathroom toilet, but thanks to the rim this doesn’t happen. So why eliminate it?
We have seen this rim be a fundamental element of the vase, yet in recent years it is being almost totally eliminated, for some reason?
Well, in addition to retaining the water coming out of the bowl, the rim also retains a lot of dirt that is difficult to clean. To overcome this hygienic and also practical problem, toilet manufacturers have started to study new rimless systems.
For this reason today all the main sanitary ware companies, of every type and style, almost only have rimless toilets.
However, other technologies must be associated with the elimination of this element, in particular on drains where the flow rate of the water must be designed to remain in the vessel without splashes or anything else.
]]>Suspended sanitary ware have many advantages from an aesthetic and functional point of view, yet among some of the most skeptical and perhaps even anxious people there is a widespread rumor that they are dangerous.
In this article we really want to answer the question: are suspended sanitary ware dangerous? And give you a detailed view of the features of this product.
Answer spoiler: no, they are not dangerous.
The only way to explain the reliability of suspended sanitary ware is to explain how they are welded to the wall. If you think you just need to put two screws and attach the toilet, you are very wrong.
The installation process of suspended sanitary fixtures begins much earlier, in fact special steel brackets are built into the wall which will hold you and the toilet.
These brackets must be walled into a wall that can support this weight, alternatively you can use brackets that transfer the weight to the floor.
This system, which has been tested for years, allows you to support enormous weights of up to 400 kilograms without problems. In other words, if you consider a suspended toilet or bidet dangerous, then you should also consider it for balconies or any other structural overhang.
Finally, if you are really skeptical and despite the technical explanation you are skeptical about the choice, it will help you to think about the advantages of this type of sanitary ware.
First of all, they are extremely modern in line and design, making them particularly beautiful to look at. Furthermore, their raised appearance allows you to save space in small bathrooms.
Finally, suspended bathroom fixtures, better if combined with suspended furniture, allow you to quickly clean the entire bathroom in just a few seconds.
If this doesn’t convince you.
]]>In this particular article we dedicate ourselves to a specific type of this product, namely shower trays and their correct cleaning.
Shower trays can be made of various materials. Ceramic, steel, resin marble, and obviously serve to host our future shower cubicle. As long as this is our intention.
In fact, we can choose floor-level shower trays that are hidden between the tiles and for which we could opt, instead of the classic box, for a glass wall creating the so-called walk-in shower bathroom.
Each material has its advantages, for each of these the cleaning operations are basically the same, but we still focus on the classic ceramic ones.
But why choose ceramic? What are the advantages and pros of this ceramic product?
Versatile. This material allows many customizable formats and sizes.
Elegant. The use of ceramic makes the shower tray very suitable for any type of furniture.
Resistant. The material guarantees a high degree of resistance to dirt, always remaining white and shiny.
How to clean a ceramic shower tray
For cleaning such products, the first tip that is always effective is routine and routine maintenance. If you clean the dishes thoroughly every day, you don’t need any special cleaning work.
If limescale or other stains form, don’t despair and stay calm.
The most serious mistake is to use corrosive or too acidic products, which can irreparably damage the surface. Don’t make these mistakes, use a soft brush, vinegar and baking soda.
This mixture allows you to remove any stains with care and patience. Simply apply it to the selected points and continue gently with a brush, or carefully apply the mixture with a cloth.
When you are satisfied with the result, continue rinsing with plenty of running water.
]]>In short, the sink is truly an indispensable element and as such its choice may not be simple.
In this article we will see together how to choose the right sink for your needs, we will answer simple and schematic requirements to make your choice easier.
When you have to choose a product of this type, the first most important factor is certainly the technical one. In the case of a sink, there are two important factors: the type and the use we want to make of it.
There are so many types, but we can list them briefly:
Pedestal washbasins
Countertop washbasins
Wall-hung washbasins
Undercounter washbasins
Monolithic washbasins
Each of these has its own peculiarity and characteristics.
The other technical data is the use we have to make of it. As we said previously, the sink can be used for many things: for example, if you want to be able to wash your hair or your little child in it, then you will need a large and deep sink.
If, however, you just need a handwasher then you can settle for smaller and more designer options.
We know, nobody likes spending a lot of money, but it’s better to spend a little more now, so as not to spend a lot more later. This is the concept behind a quality choice and this you will have to do with your sink.
A quality made in Italy sink not only ensures durability over the years, but also resistance to any dropped objects, chipping and much more.
How to choose the right sink: budget
Clearly a quality choice does not justify exorbitant expenses, for this reason, before proceeding with the purchase it is important to establish the maximum amount beyond which you cannot go.
This will help you a lot to reduce the list of washbasins available to you in the large Italian market.
In conclusion, beyond types, quality, budget and all the boring and technical factors, remember the most important thing: you must like the sink.
Not only to satisfy your aesthetic taste, but also because you will have your sink in front of your eyes for years, so if you didn’t like it, it would be quite a nuisance.
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