Supports for a pedicure: varieties and tips on choosing

A special footboard for the bath is a mandatory attribute of any pedicure room, but can also be purchased for working with feet at home. This stand is convenient in many ways and helps to make high-quality pedicure.

Pedicure footrest is a small stool, it can be built into the chair or look like a multifunctional combine. In the salon, it is necessary for the master, because it facilitates his work. The absence of such a device for a specialist can be fraught with many health problems - it helps him to avoid diseases associated with eyesight, the musculoskeletal system, reduces the risk of developing allergies against the background of constant contact with nail dust.

When an employee is not under stress, it is convenient for him to work, and a high-quality result is ensured. In addition, this piece of furniture is needed so that during the procedure moisture and special products do not fall on the client's clothes. But the functional purpose of the stand is not limited to this - first of all, it creates conditions that are comfortable for the person who came to the pedicure.

In addition, some procedures may take a long time, for example, with a nail fungus of one foot pedicure takes at least an hour. Therefore, it is necessary that a person does not experience discomfort and fatigue. Now for home foot care it is possible to buy various models of such a device, differing in size, shape and cost. However, from such a wide range it is difficult to choose something specific, so it is advisable to know the features of some coasters.

Any pedicure stand, purchased or made with your own hands, must meet several important requirements.

When choosing a model should pay attention to the following nuances:

• first of all, the stand should be functional, that is, suitable for various procedures accompanying the pedicure process (some models are equipped not only with a bathing platform, but also with shelves for pedicure tools and creams, a vacuum cleaner);
• the weight of the device frame is important, especially if the footboard is purchased for trips to customers, the presence of removable parts will also be the best option;
• adjustment is one of the important characteristics of special equipment, so you need to pay attention to the fact that it can be adjusted according to different parameters, and not just in height;

• if the model is portable, it should be stable, if there are wheels, it is worth looking at whether they are securely fixed, and there can be no gaps between the legs and the floor;
• if it is a supply for the legs, then the ottoman should have soft sides and an anatomical recess under the foot;
• You can learn about the quality of the steps by looking at what material it is made of - if it is plastic, then it should be of high quality;
• it is good if the frame and legs of the product are made of stainless steel, and as an upholstery it is worth choosing a fabric that is resistant to moisture or a strong leatherette.

Standard hygienic standards also impose certain requirements on equipment. The possibility of disinfecting the processing of furniture with a highly concentrated solution of ethyl alcohol is considered important.That is why the synthetic skin substitute, which is most often used in the manufacture of poufs for the foot, must be of good quality, and after wiping it must retain its color and original, characteristic shine. To decide on what kind of stand is needed, it does not prevent to get acquainted with the varieties of this attribute.

Today, you can find different stands on sale, from simple benches to multifunctional combined devices. Of course, their appearance may differ dramatically.

• Perhaps the easiest option - fixed shelf for foot with characteristic deepening, soft and with height adjustment. As a rule, it is upholstered with material that is easily cleaned; the model can be used both in the cabin and at home. The most accessible and popular example of such equipment is the SP Panda stand, the bar of which is capable of extending 97 cm. This is ideal for craftsmen engaged in private activities, but also suitable for small salons.
• For masters going to the house more in demand tripod support with ottomanwhich is also adjustable by the angle of inclination, moreover, it is light, reliable, it quickly folds and unfolds. The most convenient device is ZD-F10, made in three colors (white, black and monochrome).

• Stand for a pedicure bath can be sold separately, the main requirement for it is optimal stability. But it is more reasonable to purchase a model equipped with a footboard - this is a combination of a platform under the bath and a comfortable soft pouf made of waterproof material. A popular model is the convenient Polish Panda combine, which has wheels, a high-quality leatherette ottoman and a rubberized platform.
• Vacuum cleaner, allowing to clear the space of cut off keratinized particles after processing the feet with a grinding file, will also be needed. The equipment is equipped with a dust bag that is placed at the bottom of the stand. Such a kit can be advised to acquire masters engaged in hardware pedicure.

Mobile models are, in most cases, multifunctional coasters equipped with shelves, drawers attached to the module. They always have a step, a platform for the bath and even heating. Mobile combines move by means of the wheels supplied with clamps. Usually these modifications are used in the salon, where various professional services are provided besides a pedicure.

Stationary serious devices are the prerogative of specialized salons, where each procedure is assigned a separate room, which is equipped in accordance with its purpose.

For luxury salons can be chosen and quite expensive pedicure kit, for example, the Italian stand Pedi Trolley, which includes a pillow under the foot and a bath with a set of 100 hygiene liners. The advantage of the design is a convenient adjustment of the positions and wheels to give them greater stability. This is a mobile combine with a bathroom equipped with three modes of vibratory massage, heating and an adjustable sensor for heating water.

So, high-quality pedicure equipment should have many positive characteristics - to be comfortable, stable and durable, and the furniture should fit into the overall interior design. However, it is not always the most expensive, branded stand, there are also available models that fully meet quality standards.You just need to spend a little time to get acquainted with the real reviews of people who have already used such options and have made up their own opinion about them.

In the next video you will find a review of equipment for the office of a pedicure from a professional.