Corner Bathtubs

Installing a corner bathtub can be a unique way to offset a bathroom. It can be the focal point of the entire room. While some corner bathtubs are great for use in small bathrooms, saving valuable space, some can actually take up even more room.

Space Saving Corner Bathtubs

Depending on the dimensions and shape of the bathroom, you might be able to save some space by installing a corner bathtub. Some of these can be installed between two sets of cabinets; one on each wall. Nestling this type of bathtub into the corner creates more floor available floor space in the small bathroom and occupies an otherwise useless space.

Corner bathtubs are typically bigger than a standard bathtub, but since they are fashioned in a way to be situated within a corner, they can save room. They provide the opportunity for folks to have a large, spacious bathtub without sacrificing a lot of room or money for an entire bathroom remodel.

Corner Bathtub Varieties

Corner bathtubs can come in many different materials but most frequently they are acrylic. Acrylic corner bathtubs are lightweight and generally less expensive than other materials used for bathtub construction. These bathtubs are easy to maintain, requiring very little upkeep.

As acrylic is the most common material used for corner bathtubs, these tubs can be found in just about any color in the rainbow. The color is not painted onto the surface of the material but rather is fast through the whole bathtub. Therefore, these corner bathtubs will not fade over time or loose coloring in scratches, burns or dents.

Size and shape vary greatly among corner bathtubs. Most are large enough to be suitable for two people, but there are some that are even larger. The shape of the corner tub is just a matter of personal preference. Round, oval and custom shapes are readily available and easy to find.

Considerations for Corner Bathtubs

The first thing to consider when purchasing a new corner bathtub is the dimensions of the room. Be sure to have accurate measurements for the space before buying the corner bathtub. These are a little less straight forward than standard bathtubs so extra time should be taken to ensure that proper measurements are taken.

Cleaning the corner bathtub is the same as any regular bathtub with one exception. The far corners of the tub cannot be reached without first stepping into the tub. Some people may find this a difficult task to do over time so take into consideration the maintenance of this bathtub.

Showers are typically not installed with corner bathtubs. These tubs are installed for the purpose of providing a place to relax, lounge and for bathing. If a shower is desired, installing a separate stand alone shower is usually recommended as corner bathtubs are not created to accommodate this feature.

Corner bathtubs almost always have the extra added feature of shelves and ledges. These areas can be used for plants, candles or any item to keep in reach while enjoying a luxurious bath. They can also be used as extra space for toiletries or cosmetics when surface space is unavailable elsewhere in the bathroom.

Corner bathtubs are a great way to save space in many bathrooms while providing a focal point at the same time. Some models may actually take up more room, but are typically larger providing enough space to accommodate at least two people at a time. They can be purchased relatively inexpensively, comparative to standard bathtubs, and are installed as easily as a standard bathtub. Corner bathtubs make for a unique bathroom fixture.