How to Use a Statement Tub in Your Bathroom
Thanks to The Spruce for featuring our advice on how to incorporate a statement tub in your bathroom - read the full story on the link and excerpt below.
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If you bring a statement tub into your home, it suddenly becomes a bathroom feature that doubles as a decorative element and infuses the space with a spa-like atmosphere. Thanks to the number of beautiful bathtub ideas out there, it isn't hard to find a look that fits in seamlessly with the rest of your bathroom. But what differentiates a statement bathtub from other tubs out there? And how do you bring one into your own bathroom?
Key Factors of a Statement Tub
How do statement tubs differ from the other kinds of baths out there? Interior designer Adriena Daunt has three considerations she looks for.
The material and/or design should be design-forward. The tub's looks should clearly prioritize design while standing out in some way. "It has a sculptural form, an eye-catching color, or an unusual material such as concrete or stone," says Daunt. "Typically, these tubs are freestanding, but other types of tubs can make a statement."
The placement spotlights the tub. It should be central to the room's design and lead the eye to where it sits. "It may be highlighted with accent tile or wallpaper on surrounding walls, or placed in a wet room area with the shower," Daunt says.
The tub offers good views. "Statement tubs aren't just about looking at the tub, they're about what you see when you're relaxing in it," Daunt says. Even if your bathroom doesn't have windows, the tub should be placed primely for peace and relaxation.
Get the Correct Measurements
First and foremost, you need to select a tub that works with the confines of the space you have. This is a necessity and will inform you of the tub sizes you can actually fit into the space.
"If the tub filler is too high, it can cause excessive splashing," says Daunt. "And for new construction, it's critical that your plumber has the drain in the right location. This will be needed early on for plumbing rough-ins, so the tub will be one of the first things you'll need to select."
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