Clawfoot Bathtubs Are Back To Greet Open Arms

By Benson James

Looking back in time, to childhood, many people fondly remember the clawfoot bathtub. It may have been in their own home or in the homes of others. One of the fun childhood memories many be soaping up the tub and sliding down the sloping sides. This usually resulted with water splashing and giggles galore. Perhaps it was used to sail the many ships in the water as a child sat along the side in a chair. Then there may be a teen who would soak for what seemed like hours while the line up of family members waited their turn. Whatever memories there are of traditional clawfoot bathtubs the memories, without a doubt, bring back many smiles.

Baths were not simply used for a good soak but also for health reasons. When various potions or salts were added, the baths become a treatment for various ailments. Today, with alternative choices for health care, there have been many remedies recommended via the bathtub. Clawfoot bathtubs can be purchased as soaker tubs which have the depth, length and width to accommodate people of various girths. Sloping tubs are also pleasant for relaxation as the bather lounges while resting against the slope. There are even double ended baths with the faucet in the middle. These baths allow for dual bathing.

Artistic renderings of the cherished bathtub have brought about many unique styles. These baths could be made from resin or stone with a bath flush to the floor, acrylic baths which are more lightweight, cast iron traditional clawfoot baths, bronze, copper or stainless steel. To add to the beauty of the tubs there are several, well designed accessories.

These tubs are very spacious. Freestanding tubs have a built in base or are flush to the floor. Soaker tubs are made for one or more people to enjoy a restful soak.

Anybody who is trying to select a bathtub style would benefit from consultation with an expert. There are also Internet guides to help the discriminating consumer. It helps to have measurements for the area where a tub will be installed. Clawfoot bathtub plumbing can be set up on the end or side of the tubs. It can also be a freestanding plumbing fixture. If planning to add a shower it is good to factor this in to the planning. Be prepared to enter the world of? clawfoot bathtubs with surprise. All of the accessories and other choices are amazing. - 29954

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