Best Bathroom Facelift: Choose A New Bathtub
One of the best thing you can do to improve looks of aging bathrooms is to install a new bathtub. But since this kind of remodeling is something you may not to do very often, you better spend a good amount of time searching for the most perfect bathtub model for this occasion.
One of the first factors to consider is where the bathtub will be
positioned. If your bathroom has small proportions, you can consider
purchasing a corner unit which will occupy considerably less space. Large
size bathrooms have more room to play with and can use that space to
look very impressive with a vintage style tub positioned in the center
and away from the walls.
The second most important thing to consider is its intended use. Is it
for decoration or do you want to have a tub in which you can relax?
Those wanting the latter have a number of choices starting from over-sized
Roman deep soaking to whirlpool jet tubs that can provide massage
therapy as well.
Important to note here is that there are two basic types of whirlpool jet tubs,
cast iron and acrylic ones. Cast iron tubs may last you forever, but
they will require a considerable amount of maintenance and their weights
may not be suitable for the type of flooring you have in your bathroom.
On the other hand, acrylic tubs are very popular because they are easy
to handle and maneuver during installation, and do not require extra
bathroom floor support. Also, unlike iron, acrylic is warm to the touch
and easy to scrub.
Another interesting trend has been developing with the aging population and
that is walk-in bathtubs. They are made with acrylic and with armrests and lumbar support to offer a safe way to walk in and out of your
tub. Water does not leak as the doors are sealed when they are
closed. Many of them also provide hydrotherapy through the use
of jet streams.
Another important issue to consider when purchasing a bathtub is a size
and capacity of a water heater which may not be suitable for filling
over-sized tubs.
So, whichever way you decide to go, it is smart to first spend some time considering all your options.
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