If your ideal end of the day is a hot relaxing bath, then you're probably eying tubs. These can vary in size, materials and design. What matters is that you choose the right dimensions to meet the size of your bathroom. A deep soaking tub is ideal for people who want to immerse into hot water and have a real home spa experience.
What’s a Soaking Tub?
Soaking tubs are all about indulgence. They’re designed for you to sink right in, making them ideal for those long, relaxing baths. They provide a great way to unwind and ease those aches after a tough day. These tubs come in all sorts of depths, sizes, and designs. Many feature added perks like comfy shapes, built-in heaters, mood lighting, and whirlpool jets to create a spa vibe right at home. Some brands even let you customize them for taller or larger folks.When picking a soaking tub for a new bathroom or a remodel, it's important to have the size, shape, layout, material, as well as installation and plumbing setup in mind. Of course, the comfort and design are important as well.
Size
Small
You can find a small bathtub starting at about 120cm. Some round Japanese soaking tubs can be even more compact. When it comes to width, they can be as slim as 70cm. Even the small soaking tubs usually have a depth of at least 50cm or more.Large
Large tubs can be more than 180cm long and broader than 1 metre. Some models can give you an immersive soaking experience with a depth of more than 1 metre.Deep
If a deep soaking tub is your choice, then you're probably looking for a deep immerging experience. These tubs usually range from 68 to 80cm in depth. These extra-deep tubs are made for those who want to really immerse themselves in a fantastic soak.However, keep in mind that while these deeper tubs offer a more luxurious experience, they do come with some downsides:
• They need a lot more water to fill up.
• Getting in and out can be tricky, especially for anyone with mobility challenges.
• The weight of the water can be pretty heavy, so it's important to make sure your floor can handle it.
Types of Soaking Tubs
Soaking tubs are made of a wide range of materials, including porcelain-enamelled cast iron, ceramic, fibreglass, resin, acrylic, copper, wood, concrete, stone, and marble. They come in a range of styles, from classic to modern, and even a mix of both.
• Alcove - this style is set into a nook, surrounded by three walls, and is often combined with a shower.
• Freestanding - this tub stands alone, making it perfect for spacious bathrooms. A popular type is the clawfoot tub.
• Corner - it's designed to fit snugly into those tricky, angled corners.
• Drop-in/overmount - these tubs are placed into a built-in frame, hiding the sides and showing just the top edge.
• Undermount- these are similar to drop-ins, but are installed beneath a ledge or deck, with support coming from below.
• Japanese- deep and typically standalone, allowing bathers to sit upright, similar to a hot tub experience.
• Jetted - these are like Jacuzzis, equipped with jets for bubbles and a soothing massage.
• Walk-in - featuring a door for easy access, these tubs are great for seniors and anyone with mobility challenges.
• One- or two-piece - one-piece tubs are made from a single material, while two-piece tubs consist of a skirt and a separate basin that fit together.