Shampoo Bowl and Chair Units and Backwash Systems

Backwash units, tilting ceramic bowls, shampoo chairs and head spa beds, built in our Foshan factory for US salons.

A shampoo bowl and chair setup pairs a tilting ceramic bowl with a reclined chair at about 21 inches seat height, so the client's neck meets a rim around 34 to 40 inches high. Salon & Steel manufactures backwash units, cabinet bowls, shampoo chairs and head spa beds in our Foshan factory, made to order for US salons.

A shampoo bowl and chair setup pairs a tilting ceramic bowl with a reclined chair at about 21 inches seat height, so the client’s neck meets a rim around 34 to 40 inches high. Salon & Steel manufactures backwash units, cabinet bowls, shampoo chairs and head spa beds in our Foshan factory, made to order for US salons.

Choosing a shampoo bowl and chair setup

The wash area shapes how clients feel about the whole visit. You can choose a one-piece backwash unit, a bowl on a cabinet with a separate chair, a luxury unit with an electric leg rest, or a lay-flat head spa bed for scalp treatments. All are built in our Foshan factory and shipped factory-direct, with matched upholstery and faucet finishes across the set.

Buying criteria

Bowl material. Glazed ceramic or porcelain resists scratches and color stains and keeps its finish for years. Acrylic and fiberglass are lighter but scratch more easily.

Tilting bowl and neck rest. A tilting bowl adapts to different neck lengths, and a soft or shaped neck rest reduces pressure on the client.

Seat and rim height. A seat around 21 inches and a bowl rim around 34 to 40 inches suit most clients. Check these when pairing a separate chair with an existing bowl.

Leg support. For longer services such as scalp, bond and gloss treatments, an extending leg rest makes a noticeable difference to comfort.

Faucet and sprayer. A single-handle mixer with pull-out spray is standard. Finishes include chrome, matte black and brushed brass tone.

Wash area options compared

Option	Plumbing	Power	Best for
Shampoo bowl and chair unit	Hot, cold and drain	None	New fit-outs, matched sets
Ceramic bowl on cabinet	Hot, cold and drain	None	Design-led salons needing storage
Backwash unit with leg rest	Hot, cold and drain	110–120V/60Hz	Premium wash and treatments
Stand-alone shampoo chair	None (uses existing bowl)	None	Refits
Head spa bed	Hot, cold and drain	110–120V/60Hz	Head spa and scalp therapy

Plumbing, electrical and layout notes

Every bowl needs 1/2 inch hot and cold supply and a drain through a hair trap and P-trap. A licensed plumber should complete the connection and fit any vacuum breaker or backflow prevention device required by your local plumbing code. Units with an electric leg rest or circulation pump are built for 110–120V/60Hz; listing status (UL/ETL) is confirmed per model in the quotation, and outlets near water should be GFCI protected and installed by a licensed electrician. Allow about 30 inches of width per unit and about 3 feet behind the bowl for the stylist. Grouping units on one plumbing wall keeps pipe runs short and installation costs down.

How ordering works

Send us your product list, quantities, colors and delivery ZIP code by email or WhatsApp. We reply within one business day with a quotation that confirms specifications, warranty terms per component, production lead time and freight. Mixed-model orders start from 5 pieces, and single units can be arranged on request. Samples and upholstery swatches are available, with the cost and freight quoted. After you approve the specification and pay the deposit, we build the order in our Foshan factory, inspect and pack it, and ship it by full container or consolidated freight to a US port, with door delivery by LTL freight and liftgate on request.

Frequently asked questions

What height should a shampoo bowl be?

Most shampoo bowls have a rim around 34 to 40 inches from the floor, used with a chair whose seat is around 20 to 22 inches high. The tilting bowl then adjusts to the client's neck. Measure your existing bowl before ordering a separate chair so the heights match.

Do I need a plumber to install a backwash unit?

Yes. A licensed plumber should connect the hot and cold supply and the drain through a hair trap and P-trap, plus any vacuum breaker or backflow device required locally. Units with electric leg rests also need a GFCI-protected outlet installed by a licensed electrician.

Is ceramic or acrylic better for a shampoo bowl?

Glazed ceramic is harder, resists scratches and color stains, and keeps its finish longer in busy salons. Acrylic and fiberglass are lighter and lower cost but scratch more easily. For most professional wash areas, ceramic is the more durable choice.

What is a head spa bed?

A head spa bed is a lay-flat treatment bed with a basin at the head end and a water circulation system, used for Japanese-style scalp treatments that run 45 to 90 minutes. It needs plumbing and a 110–120V/60Hz outlet, and usually its own room or bay.

How many shampoo units does a salon need?

A common guide is one wash point for every three to four styling stations. Salons with many color and treatment services may need more. Plan for peak times, when several clients finish processing at once, and consider one premium unit with a leg rest for longer services.

Planning a fit-out?

Send your floor plan or chair count and we will put together a mixed-model quote with lead times and freight to your ZIP code.

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