Thursday, March 5, 2009

Relax in Luxury With Free Standing Bathtubs

Everyone deserves a wonderfully relaxing bubble bath once in awhile. After a long day of meetings, phone calls, and carpools, you need to soak away your worries in warm soapy water while you listen to one of your favorite CDs or read a great book. While most people decide to take a shower in the mornings because it is the most efficient way to clean up before work, a bath is by far the more luxurious of the two. This experience is the perfect way to relieve stress after a crazy week. If you are interested in purchasing a new bathtub, you will be surprised by the hundreds of options that are available today!

Free standing bathtubs are becoming more and more popular in remodeled bathrooms. Unlike the traditional bathtub that fits snugly as a drop-in style in the provided corner of your bathroom, the free standing tub can sit anywhere in the room. This setup requires you to be creative with your plumbing but, if you are remodeling, your contractor will be able to accommodate this request easily.

Traditionally, these bathtubs have been cradled on stylish claw feet and there are many bathtub manufacturers that are bringing this look back. There are also models that sit on a pedestal or completely on the floor, depending on the design that you choose. Another style of free standing tub is called "Bateau," because it is shaped like a small boat. This design is a very deep bathtub that is so large, it can usually accommodate two people. The benefit of freestanding bathtubs is that they can make a bold design statement, give a sense of elegance to the room, and do not require any caulking!

If you are interested in a bathtub that saves you space, I would recommend a corner tub. These tubs fit perfectly in a corner and give you a roomier bathing experience than you thought possible! You also have large shelf space with a corner tub so that you can easily lay out all your soaps and loofas.

If you are interested in a spa like experience, you can even purchase a whirlpool tub, complete with massage jets and hydrotherapy. There are so many luxurious choices that it will be difficult choosing just one!

If you would like more information on free standing bathtubs or clawfoot tubs, please visit the Simply Bathtubs website.

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