What Type Of Bathtub Suits Your Home The Best?

Bathtubs come in different shapes and sizes, so it can be hard to know which to pick out for your home.

09/05/2022

 

 

 

We break down the different types and sizes of bathtubs and what works best for different situations.

 

Types of Bathtubs

The critical difference between tub types is the bathtub dimensions.

Measure the space before settling on your favorite choice, as the square footage will ultimately decide which type of bathtub suits your home the best.

 

Freestanding Bathtub

The classic clawfoot is a type of freestanding bathtub. This type of bathtub is not attached or built into the wall, so it stands on its own in the available free space of your bathroom.

The average freestanding bathtub dimensions are 60 inches (length) x 30 inches (width) with a water depth of around 19 inches.

Works best in large bathrooms, areas with a lot of available free space

 

Corner Bathtub

The corner bathtub uses the bathroom corner, which is typically used for storage. These are considered "luxury" tubs as they are not only quite big in terms of width but are outfitted with jets or other relaxation features.

The average corner bathtub is triangle-shaped with dimensions of 60 inches (length) x 60 inches (width) with a water depth of around 20 inches.

Works best in bathrooms with a focus on relaxation, non-conventional shaped bathrooms where the corner works as available free space

 

Drop-In Bathtub

Drop-in bathtubs are built into the wall by length but not by width. So the drop-in tub sits flush against the wall while the head and foot of the tub are free and not built against anything. This build makes it similar to the standard alcove bathtub, which most homes come with as default.

The standard dimensions of the drop-in bathtub are 60 inches (length) x 30 inches (width) with a water depth of about 16 inches.

Works best in medium-sized bathrooms where space is not a concern, those who want a bathtub separate from their shower

 

Alcove Bathtub

The alcove bathtub is the most common and often comes as the default in most apartments and houses. These tubs fit into the wall by both length and width, so three sides are flush with the wall.

Alcove tubs are often a combination bath and shower.

The average dimensions for an alcove bathtub are 60 inches (length) x 30 inches (width) with a water depth of about 14 inches.

Works best in small spaces, those who want a bath-shower combination

 

Undermount Bathtub

The undermount bathtub is very similar to the alcove bathtub with the aesthetic being the main difference.

Undermount bathtubs are generally more expensive than alcove bathtubs because stone or tile material is used on the tub to help it blend into the bathroom's aesthetic.

The top rim of the tub looks standard, but the other visible parts of the feature stone or tile.

The average dimensions for an undermount bathtub are 60 inches (length) x 30 inches (width) with a water depth of about 16 inches.

Works best in small spaces, those looking for a tub that can blend into their bathroom design

 

Walk-In Bathtub

Walk-in bathtubs are ideal for those looking for accessible solutions in their bathroom. These tubs are great for people with disabilities, the elderly, or anyone looking for a less slippery bathtub experience.

These tubs are on a slight elevation and have a door that can be opened. Homeowners can simply walk into the bathtub rather than having to climb over the rim.

The average dimensions for walk-in bathtubs are 60 inches (length) x 30 inches (width) with a water depth of about 30 inches.

Works best in accessible bathrooms, medium spaces, and those looking for deep bathtubs

 

Wrap Up

Depending on your home, different types of bathtubs may fit better or worse. The most important priority is finding one that will fit in the space available.

From there, you can invest in the hardware that will fit and still add to the overall aesthetic.

 

 

 

 

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