How to Choose a Bathtub That Fits Your Bathroom and Your Life
Because a bathtub takes up a lot of space in a bathroom, choosing one isn't simply a matter of picking a style you like. The right tub must fit the room, work with the plumbing, meet users' needs, and match the other elements of the bathroom. Homeowners planning a bathroom renovation should choose their bathtub before work starts to avoid costly alterations later. Before making a final decision, consider the size, installation type, material, comfort level, and maintenance requirements. At the bath and kitchen showroom in our college village, we ask homeowners to consider how they intend to use the tub, since a primary bathroom designed for relaxation has different needs than a family bathroom where children use the tub every day. The most important factors to consider are as follows. Start With How You Plan to Use the Bathtub Before you consider finishes or styles, think about who will use the tub. If it is mainly for bathing small children, accessibil...
