soaking tubs
While the past fifty or so years has been all about bigger is better, the new trend is very much towards back to basics. We hear about downsizing, simplifying and getting by. Instead of super sizing, we're budgeting, both in cost and space. If you are remodeling a bathroom in a small space, the good news is that there are many new (or just newly discovered) options available to you. Most people want bathtubs in their home and there are plenty of small soaking bathtubs on the market to meet your needs. A home with a tub has a higher resale value, so there's no reason to not go for it. The most important thing to consider is design. When you are thinking about installing soaking tubs the idea is to be able to, well, soak. While there are plenty of modern bathtubs out there that have a small footprint, many of them are quite shallow. This pretty much defeats the purpose, as it's not possible to really do much soaking if you cannot be immersed in water. Considering that small bathtubs don't allow the user to stretch out, you want to make up the difference in depth and still offer a comfortable bathing experience. There are also tub designs that offer a walk in bath. There are pros and cons to these. While it's convenient to be able to just step right into the tub, it must be filled and emptied before entering or exiting, which isn't always convenient. Also, it's possible for the door to develop annoying leaks. While most people want the experience of a relaxing dip in the tub, they don't want to sacrifice the times when they need a quick shower. This can be a bit of a challenge when designing a small bathroom. Some rooms are big enough to accommodate a separate tub and shower if a small soaker is used. By dividing the space that normal sized bathtubs require, you can install a small console shower as well. If your space is even smaller than that, it's also possible to add a shower over the soaking tub itself. Many homes use such a design in the family or guest bathrooms, so it's a great option to consider. There are many reasons you may need to work with a small space while remodeling or installing your bathroom. We add the luxury, the comfort, the design, to your bathroom. Whirlpools R Us is an independent E-Commerce dealer/distributor on the Internet only. Visit www.whirlpoolsrus.com for details.
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