{"product_id":"colonne-de-douche-thermostatique-noir-mat-1","title":"Forte – Matt Black Thermostatic Shower System","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe grey silicone pins break the line. They are the only clear accent on the \u003cstrong\u003eshower column\u003c\/strong\u003e, aligned with the flat head of the hand shower to expel limescale with a thumb press. The rest of the piece is matt black, integral, from the rain shower arm to the wall mounting nut, without the slightest shiny glint or visible seam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting from the bottom, there is first the cylindrical thermostatic mixer, notched with two knobs. Above, the vertical tube goes up to the horizontal arm that supports the circular rain shower head. The hand shower is housed on an adjustable holder, connected by a deep black braided hose. The whole forms a continuous line, without any break in shade or angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a dark veined marble wall, the column sometimes blends in and then reappears where the stone lightens. It doesn't expose itself, it draws. The vertical black line structures the wall like a line drawn with a ruler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMatt black thermostatic shower column with anti-limescale pin hand shower\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shade is obtained by PVD deposition on brass, a process that fuses the pigment to the metal instead of depositing it on the surface. Practical consequence: the colour does not scratch with a washcloth, does not flake under steam, does not turn grey over the years. The black remains deep after several winters of strong heating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eshower column\u003c\/strong\u003e is also available in brushed gold, brushed rose gold, brushed grey and chrome. Matt black occupies the most distinct place on the colour chart. Where gold heats and chrome reflects, black absorbs and delineates. It is suitable for rooms that embrace strong contrasts, a light wall, dark wood, a waxed concrete floor. The other shades are more consensual, black takes a stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rain shower head comes in three sizes, 20, 25 and 30 cm in diameter. In a narrow cubicle, the 20 remains legible without stifling the space. The 25 covers the shoulders without forcing the flow. The 30 opens the fall over a wide surface, more immersive under the neck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the shade has been chosen and the diameter decided, the rest of the taps must accompany this dark line. To stay in the same graphic family, see the matt black shower column collection, or compare the models in the thermostatic shower column collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA black shower column for a bathroom with a dominant mineral aesthetic\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatt black absorbs light instead of reflecting it. Under a zenithal spot, the surface appears denser, almost charcoal. Under lateral or diffuse light, micro-variations in grain appear and give the material a slight depth. The piece never shines, but it changes its mood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt takes on its full meaning in bathrooms with a dominant mineral aesthetic, black marble, terrazzo, waxed concrete, slate. It also works well against a stark white, where it becomes a landmark and marks the vertical. To be avoided in rooms already very busy with dark elements, where it would blend in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe thermostatic mixer maintains the set temperature between two openings, with anti-scald safety at 38°. The ceramic cartridge filters limescale upstream. A treated \u003cstrong\u003ematt black shower column\u003c\/strong\u003e retains its shade and adjustment precision season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Atelier Paola","offers":[{"title":"20 cm","offer_id":58386769674624,"sku":null,"price":429.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 cm","offer_id":58386769707392,"sku":null,"price":439.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"30 cm","offer_id":58386769740160,"sku":null,"price":449.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/0397\/8368\/files\/colonne-de-douche-thermostatique-noir-mat-salle-de-bain.webp?v=1783188221","url":"https:\/\/atelierpaola.com\/en\/products\/forte-matt-black-thermostatic-shower-system","provider":"Atelier Paola","version":"1.0","type":"link"}