Types of Bathtubs

A common luxury one craves for while furnishing their bathroom is relaxing for warm bath in bathtubs leaving you with a comforting sensation. People all around the world install them in their bathrooms because of relaxation and other associated benefits. With the increase in demand they are now available in various patterns and materials that comprises of both traditional and modern designs as well. Traditional designs have antique and beautiful look and changing times have made them available with modern touch and pattern.
Clawfoot tub shower indicates that it has claw or ball shaped feet. It is one of the oldest designs having antique look. Basic design consists of slanted back and straight front. These tubs are normally made up of cast iron, porcelain on steel or acrylic. They do not require any specific carpentry work. It is free standing tub with uncovered pipes having holes for over flow and drain where wall mounted or floor mounted faucets can also be used.
Pedestal tubs are sort of freestanding oval shaped tub without feet. Material used to make base of the tub is different from exterior surface but it is treated and processed to equal material of exterior surface. Some types do not have holes for faucets deepening the tubs water level. Few models also have hand showers for comfortable rinsing. Towel rail can also install on one or both ends of tub. Check out if the material used is rust free.
Drop-in Tubs are designed to triumph over the problems related to floor mounted bathtubs such as there is always a risk to get slipped when you are taking high step to come out from the tub. They are mounted on deck in separate frame and are expensive to install. They are mainly found installed at the corner and are perfect for sitting and soaking feet.
Whirlpool Tubs offer relaxing hydro massage with controlled water circulation. They are also available in different installation design such as drop in or free standing tubs. Installation requires special framing, water heaters, electrical circuits and electronically controlled speed pumps with variable speed. They are available in broad range of colours, sizes and designs.
Corner Tubs are normally triangular in shape have one finished and two unfinished sides. They are designed to save space. They can be of any shape but two sides are backed against wall. They don't have integrated showers. Drains are present in the middle or in one corner of tub.
Recessed tubs are well known because of affordability and space efficiency. They have walls on three sides and only one side has decorative finish. They are available in number of different shapes such as square, round, rectangular, diamond and heart shape. Some designs have integrated faucets and some do not. Hand held shower can installed for comfortable rinsing.
Hot Tub are huge tubs include water heater offers relaxing hydrotherapy. Tubs have jets present on both inside and outside. Electric or gas heater is used to heat the water. They also have pumps, pillows and grab rails. They are available in two configurations lounger and non -lounger.

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