What's the Best Bathtub for Your New Bathroom?
by Candice Mancini
Home Improvement Ideas Columnist
It can be made of porcelain, steel, acrylic, or cast iron. It can have claw feet or no feet; bubbles or no bubbles; it can fit one person or two. Where you choose to shower and soak depends on your design preferences.
Bathroom Renovation: Great Time for a New Tub
If you're having your bathroom remodeled, it's a great time to tear out the tub you don't like. Is your tub too shallow? Do you wish there was room for two? Is it stained from years of use? Would it be better with bubbles? Paying your contractor to fix it now, while s/he is remodeling the whole bathroom, will be cheaper than doing a separate project down the road.
For Bathing and More
It's safe to assume you'll bathe in your tub, but will you also bathe your pet? Use it to clean large objects in? Are there small children in the house? Before your contractor starts tearing out your old tub, you should know how you'll use your new tub. This will help you choose the right style, color, and size.
Bathing Choices: A Remodel with Extra Benefits
Especially for old homes, claw-foot tubs are great. In addition to their antiqued beauty, these tubs also tend to be very deep. But if you don't have the space or desire for a free-standing tub, built-in tubs also come in deep models. Depth is important for those who wish to totally immerse themselves in hot water, which has great health benefits, including reducing blood pressure and relaxing muscles. A whirlpool function can enhance these benefits.
To find the best fit, go to a tub manufacturer and "try out" different tubs by lying in them. Once you find "the one," check with your contractor to make sure it will work in your bathroom.
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About the Author
Candice Mancini is a writer, a teacher, and a homeowner always on the lookout for a good contractor. She has an M.A. in Education and B.A. in English and history.
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