Bathroom Accessories & Equipment

Archive for October 31st, 2009

Believe it or not, there are multiple decisions that need to be made whenever you are choosing a clawfoot bathtub.  At its most basic level, you’re going to need to choose the color of the tub and you are able to either purchase a new clawfoot bathtub in the existing color or purchase an older tub and refinish it to the color that you like.  Depending on whether the tub is acrylic or cast iron, the procedure can be quite different and you may would like to hire this work out to someone who specializes in these kind of projects.

The most basic type, or classic, is becoming to be rounded on one end with the water typically flowing into the opposing end.  The slipper tub is going to be raised on one side, giving you a comfortable place to rest and the double slipper tub will be raised on either side, with the water typically flowing into the center of the tub from over the edge.  A double ended tub is going to be rounded on both ends, without being raised and the pedestal tub will be seated on a pedestal besides one individual claw feet.

Choosing an antique clawfoot bathtub can give you a very classic look for your bathroom, along with providing you a very pleasant place to relax and read.  Some of the more modern clawfoot tubs are made of acrylic and they may also have the antique look, but there are also some that can easily fit into a more modern decor.  The clawfoot bathtub  fixtures are also a very important part of it, and they can change the entire look of the tub, depending on the ones that you choose.  Many times, people will choose the accessories to match the finish of the feet, so they are typically gold, silver, nickel or brass.  Since you are dealing with a smaller room in the home, you are often limited in that type of furniture that can be included in the room.  By going with a clawfoot bathtub, you can add some real personality to this area of the home, along with adding a feature that will provide you with a lot of enjoyment for many years to come.