A guide to buy ‘The Perfect bathtub’

 A bathtub adds to the beauty of a bathroom, and you must have many fantasies around the type of bathtub you desire, like a round bathtub that gives a luxurious look. But just the material and design are not enough as the parameters of consideration if the tub complements your washroom. There are many other parameters to take care of before making the purchase.

The guide goes as follows:

How much space do you have?

Knowing what size of tub your bathroom can accommodate is the most important thing to know before buying the tub. A standard tub is 60 inches long, 12 inches deep, and 30 inches wide, but the tubs are available in different sizes and shapes. Moreover, you can always get a tub customized as per your requirements.

To determine the size of your prospective tub, take precise measurements of your bathroom and doorways. And also, don't forget to consider the drain position if that can work well with your tub. Also, check the tub's features because some tubs don't allow the installation of showers, so it is good to choose a bathtub-shower combo.

Do you want any specific bathtub installations?

If you want a jetted bathtub, you'll need a pump, an air switch, and an electric timer. Often, pumps are fitted in the tub, but in other cases, there are remote-location pumps that can work from a distance up to five feet from the bathtub and are placed in a vanity cabinet or closet.

Usually, as it is nonelectric, the air switch is located in the tub unit. To install an electric timer, maintain the necessary gap of at least 5 feet from the tub in order to satisfy the bathroom code requirements.

Can your floor bear the weight?

Plastic bathtubs usually weigh as little as 50 pounds when empty, whereas an iron bathtub can top 1,000 pounds. If you're considering a marble bathtub or a heavier material, then the question is can your floor handle the weight? Because when considering a bathtub's weight, it is not only the tub but also the weight of the water and the weight of the person taking a bath.

You may need to reinforce the bathroom floor beneath the tub with bracing. Moreover, an extra heavy tub may be difficult to get into a second-floor bathroom.

How comfortable is the tub?

It may sound weird but before buying the tub, try it! Climb the tub, sit in and imagine yourself soaking in it. Only buy if it feels comfortable to you; you can also try different sizes. Don't be embarrassed. After all, this is the best way to determine if the tub will be comfortable.

Does your water heater complement the tub?

Tubs come in a range of sizes and can accommodate up to 25-150 gallons of water. And typically, a bath consists of two-thirds of warm water and one-third cold water. Therefore, make sure that your water heater is sufficient to fill the tub with the required amount of water. This whole discussion also concludes that the size of your tub will affect your monthly expenses.

Shop with Zen Baths!

When you have considered all these parameters, the next step is to check the webpage of Zen Baths, choose your favorite model of marble bathtub that matches your requirements, and place the order. Wish you a happy purchase.