Saturday, December 20, 2008

All about bathtubs

By Julia Masterson

Clawfoot bathtubs are a type free standing bathtub. Clawfoot tubs were some of the original bathtubs. They are typically made of cast iron. There are many different types of Clawfoot bathtubs. The classic roll rim where the rim of the tub is rolled down. Slipper tub style, this is where one side of the Clawfoot tub is slopped for making it more comfortable to rest in. They also made the Clawfoot bathtub in a double slopped style.

Spa bathtubs are very popular in the United States. Jacuzzi developed a innovative bathtub called whirlpool in the late 1960s. Jacuzzi whirlpool tubs are for both therapeutic uses and relaxation. The water is directed under pressure to different points on the body.

Remember hearing about or seeing pictures of tubs in the middle of a big room. Those are called pedestal or free standing tubs. These tubs were used by the rich back in 900 BC.

So why do master bathrooms of today have a roomier feel? Largely in part to the corner bathtub.

Handicap or walk-in bathtubs are an alternative idea brought to pass to assist in the bathing of elderly and handicap persons. They will typically have handrails and a door that fastens shut with a water tight seal. They also have a seat molded into the tub to make bathing easier.

Baby bathtubs are just a much smaller version usually with a very shallow basin and a gentle slope. The slope of the baby bathtub is done to assist the parent or adult bathing the baby in keeping the baby's head out of the water. They have many different types some that are placed in your own bathtub. Some are designed for a countertop next to a sink. And finally they have some that are designed to span the bathtub resting on the ledge of you tub making bathing your little one easier. - 16463

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