Bathtubs are a fantastic addition to any bathroom, giving you the ability to relax, unwind, massage sore muscles, and bathe young children or pets. Tubs come in many different shapes, sizes, configurations, and styles. One of these are two installation types – is freestanding tubs. We will outline the features below so that you can make a more informed decision for your home.
Appearance
Freestanding tubs come in numerous shapes, sizes, and materials as well. They can be made of stone, metal, or acrylic and can range in size from 5 to 6-½-feet in length. They may be contemporary, built on a heavy base, or they may be traditional with a slipper or roll-top design. Some traditional freestanding tubs are designed to be painted or finished on the exterior, but many are not.
Location
Freestanding tubs are meant to be walked around on all four sides. For this reason, they require more space in the bathroom than an alcove tub of the same size. However, because they can be placed anywhere and do not need the presence of a water wall, they give you more flexibility in how your bathroom is laid out.
Installation
The installation and its requirements for the tub largely depend on the type of tub, its function, and the material it is made of. For an alcove tub, installation often takes longer and costs more than the tub itself due to the process.
A freestanding tub, however, needs little to no installation beyond the plumbing. The tub filler is the biggest installation expense because it must be brought up from the floor or installed in the ceiling. For floor fillers, this requires finishing the floor around the extending pipes.
The tub must be installed by a professional. There are many variables involved that can impact installation, from floor reinforcement and where the tub filler is located to whether or not the tub requires leveling 1. Using a motor for a jetted tub will also increase labor costs.
Maintenance
The maintenance of the tub is determined by several factors, including its material, size, and function. Jetted tubs require more maintenance than soaking tubs, while stone or copper tubs require special cleaning supplies.
Freestanding tubs do not have walls to maintain, but the exterior of the tub may require cleaning in addition to the interior. And because most do not have a handheld shower attachment, cleaning may be more difficult.
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