Small Bathtub - A Good Choice for Small Bathrooms

If you are in the process of remodeling a small bathroom and looking for a way to add more room to the area, have you thought about small fixtures? One way to increase the space without tearing out a wall and actually expanding the area is to install a small bathtub.

A small bathtub does not mean that you cannot have luxury. Many of the models available today come equipped with luxury features including whirlpool jets and massaging features that can provide you with your own spa experience.

The size of a standard small bathtub is 5 feet long by 30 or 32 inches wide. It is difficult to find smaller ones, but bathtubs less than 5 feet long are available for extremely tight areas. A corner bathtub is another option that has become very popular since it only takes up a corner of the room instead of an entire wall. Also, many manufacturers will custom make a space saving tub to your specifications.

When you choose a small bathtub, it is important to consider the length and width to assure a proper fit, but it is also essential to pay attention to the depth of the tub as well. Many small bathtub designs have lower tub rims, but this is unnecessary. Decreasing the depth has no effect on its space saving properties and can actually make the bathtub feel small when you are in it because the water level cannot be as high.

In some cases, the size of small bathtub you select can take away from the luxurious aspects. For example, those that are less than 5 feet in length generally cannot be equipped with a whirlpool feature because the water will not stay in the tub from the force of the jets.

Installing a small bathtub is a great way to maximize your bathroom space and maintain luxury in your home. The internet makes it easy to learn about small bathtubs and find great deals on just what you are looking for.

 This terrific corner bathtub makes a nice addition to this small bathroom.

 A clawfoot bathtub can be placed just about anywhere, making it a perfect fit for a small bathroom.

 A corner bathtub can add luxury to a bathroom.