We all know how difficult it can be to live in cramped quarters, especially when it comes to bathroom spaces. Bathroom and kitchen designers, however, seem to have heeded the call for more space efficient fixtures and appliances. Since small bathtubs were a priority on many people’s list, these are also one of the key items that manufacturers have sought to provide. Soaking tubs, in particular, are quickly gaining popularity as a space saving way to add luxury to your bathroom, regardless of its size. With their Asian influenced designs, small soaking tubs are a hot trend for compact spaces.
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Small Soaking Tubs
May 27th, 2010Deep Soaking Tubs
May 27th, 2010As we continue in our attempts to maximize the potential of every room in our homes, we try to explore every option on the market when it comes to new or innovative ideas. In bathrooms and kitchens especially, concepts such as apron sinks, bar sinks, soaking tubs, and corner showers, all provide us with opportunities to maximize space as well as improve efficiency. More importantly, designs such as deep soaking tubs
also help to improve our overall quality of life as well as increase their functional potential.
What Are Deep Soaking Tubs?
Taking their influence from the Furo tubs of Japanese culture, deep soaking tubs are designed to provide a greater level of relaxation and tranquility than standard American bathtubs. » Read more: Deep Soaking Tubs
Japanese Soaking Tubs
May 26th, 2010Many people never truly realize how differences in culture can effect the way we view or use certain everyday items. A bathtub, for instance, is a part of everyday life, used to maintain personal cleanliness and hygiene. In other cultures, however, a bathtub can be perceived as much more than just a bathroom fixture used to aid in the cleaning process. Soaking tubs, popular in Eastern cultures, actually have a very rich background, steeped in ritual as well as functional purpose. Japanese soaking tubs, are a prime example of the various differences between the symbolism and meaning behind the bathing process.
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Soaking Tubs
May 26th, 2010Over the years, the act of bathing has become a task or a chore, carried out primarily for hygiene purposes only. On occasion, one will use their time in the bath for a brief period of relaxation or as a brief respite to sooth sore muscles. In other cultures, however, bathing is and has always been viewed as more of a cleansing ritual, centered around an emotional process as well as a physical one. In recent years, Western culture has begun taking their cues from Eastern culture, with regards to bathing practices. More and more consumers re looking to design their bathrooms with a sense of tranquility in mind, rather than just function. This change is also very evident in the growing popularity of soaking tubs on the market as compared to standard bathtubs.
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Handicap Bathtubs
April 1st, 2010One of the biggest challenges for individuals with decreased mobility is the process of bathing. The design of a traditional bathtub can present a great degree of difficulty for anyone who may have problems getting in and out of the tub itself. A shower unit, while not affected by the same challenges as a tub, still poses a variety of obstacles for individuals who have problems standing for extended periods of time or those who are unable to stand on their own at all. Thankfully, the wide variety of handicap bathtubs available on the market makes bathing a much simpler task for a variety of people with disabilities or limited mobility.
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Acrylic Tub Surrounds
March 28th, 2010When it comes to bathroom renovations, aside from changing out your shower curtain or slapping on a fresh coat of paint, most remodeling projects are costly and time consuming, often requiring the services of a professional. One of the main eyesores in most peoples bathrooms is the bathtub area. If you have an older home, the previous owner’s love for bright peach bathtub wall tile may not exactly be as close to your own personal tastes as you would like it to be. Even if the tile is neutral in color, you may still want to spice things up a bit with a more modern and sleeker look. Tub surrounds are the perfect choice for giving your bathtub enclosure a new look at a fraction of the cost of replacing the tile itself. Acrylic tub surrounds, especially, are affordable, easy to install, and even easier to maintain.
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Fiberglass Tub Surrounds
March 27th, 2010If you’re on the market for a new look for your bathroom, but don’t necessarily want to spend a lot of money, there are options that will provide a dramatic change, while not draining your pocketbook. Tub surrounds are one of the easiest items that you can install yourself and come in a variety of colors, designs, and materials. They are typically made of either fiberglass or acrylic, but fiberglass tub surrounds, while slightly more expensive, present a wider number of design options.
What Are Tub Surrounds?
A tub surround is basically a plastic-like shell that goes over a tiled bathtub wall enclosure. While tile is the traditional material for use on tub enclosures, after time it can begin to wear and the grout can start to crack. » Read more: Fiberglass Tub Surrounds
Tub Surrounds
March 26th, 2010One of the easiest ways to modernize your bathroom and give it a seemingly complete makeover is by redoing your bathtub or your bathtub surround. In most cases, there is nothing wrong with the bathtub itself. The tile walls that comprise the bath tub surround, however, are typically fairly drab and potentially in need of repair. There are several options for remedying this situation, each with a varying degree of cost and ease of installation. A homeowner can choose between re-tiling the walls , paying someone to install a solid surface paneling, or taking on the do it yourself task of installing a tub surround. While these may all seem like ideal options, tub surrounds are, by far, the easiest and most cost effective option.
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Corner Bathtub Dimensions
March 22nd, 2010No longer just a small space solution, corner bathtubs are on the rise in market popularity thanks to their sleek look and innovative design. They are available in a wide variety of colors and come equipped with a bevy of features, including built in seats, armrests, jetted valves, and underwater lighting. Corner bathtubs are quickly gaining ground as a must have focal point for any modern bathroom. One of the most important things to remember when shopping for a new tub, however, is knowing how to correctly measure your bathroom to accommodate the space needed for various corner bathtub dimensions.
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American Standard Corner Bathtubs
March 20th, 2010Some of the most luxurious corner bathtubs currently on the market are being designed and manufactured by bathroom and kitchen industry leader American Standard. Their attention to detail and high standards of quality make them a practical choice, while their eye for beauty makes them a visually beneficial selection. American Standard corner bathtubs, especially, are definitely on top of the demand list and offer a variety of sizes and optional features to choose from to make them the ideal corner unit for your bathroom haven.
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