One of the primary rooms in a home that never seems as large as it needs to be is the bathroom. With home renovation and remodeling projects as popular as they are today, replacing a traditional bathtub with one of the many small bathtubs on the market may have a significant impact on bathroom’s available functional space. There are three major types of small bathtubs on the consumer market today.

Small Corner Bathtubs

One of the main styles of small bathtubs on the market are corner tubs. While the longest side of these tubs is often the same as a traditional tub, the overall size of the tub is reduced by its triangular design. Corner tubs are ideal for small bathrooms that may not have an open wall available to dedicate to housing a larger rectangular tub. While these tubs may seem less functional at first glance, they often have slightly raised sides that allow for an overall bathing area comparable to that of a standard tub. These small bathtubs designed for corner placement can also be equipped with high powered water jets, allowing for a whirlpool experience.

Small Walk-in Bathtubs

Walk-in bathtubs are ideal for freeing up valuable floorspace in small bathrooms. A walk-in unit is a small bathtub with high walls and a door on the side. The door is opened and the user steps into the tub and fills it with water. When closed, the door creates a watertight seal that allows the tub to be filled without the risk of water leaking out. After bathing is complete, the tub is drained, and the user steps back out.

Soaking Tubs

Similar to walk-in tubs as far as appearance goes, soaking tubs are small bathtubs with high walls but, instead of a door, they usually have one or two steps that lead into the tub. Soaking tubs emphasize the depth of the tub as opposed to the length and width, allowing a higher water level around the body while also taking up much less space in the room.

These three designs for small bathtubs should provide viable options for nearly everyone’s personal taste and preference.

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