A luxury bathtub transforms bathing from a functional necessity into an indulgent experience. Whether you prefer sculptural freestanding tubs or deep soaking styles, there's a perfect option for your bathroom retreat.
Freestanding Bathtubs
Classic Clawfoot
The timeless choice:- Victorian elegance
- Available in cast iron, acrylic, or copper
- Exposed plumbing adds character
- Various foot styles available
- Makes a statement in any bathroom
- Sleek, minimalist designs
- Organic shapes and curves
- Materials like stone resin and concrete
- Often the bathroom's focal point
- Available in various finishes
- Raised back for comfortable lounging
- Single or double slipper options
- Vintage charm with modern comfort
- Various material choices
- Much deeper than Western tubs
- Compact footprint saves space
- Designed for seated soaking
- Traditional wood or modern materials
- Complete water immersion
- Smaller footprint than standard tubs
- Unique relaxation experience
- Space-efficient luxury
- Thousands of tiny bubbles
- Quieter than whirlpools
- Easier to clean and maintain
- Gentle massage sensation
- Targeted water jets
- Adjustable pressure
- Therapeutic benefits
- Various jet configurations
- Air and water jet options
- Customizable experiences
- Premium price point
- Ultimate in-tub relaxation
- Superior heat retention
- Extremely durable
- Porcelain enamel finish
- Very heavy—floor support needed
- Lightweight and warm to touch
- Wide variety of shapes
- Good heat retention
- More affordable
- Repairable scratches
- Solid, substantial feel
- Excellent heat retention
- Matte or gloss finishes
- Sculptural possibilities
- Premium price
- Naturally antimicrobial
- Develops beautiful patina
- Superior heat conductivity
- Handcrafted options
- Statement piece
- Allow 6 inches clearance on sides
- Consider door and traffic flow
- Check floor weight capacity
- Plan faucet and drain placement
- Interior dimensions matter most
- Consider your height and how you bathe
- Test tubs in showrooms when possible
- Deep soaking requires adequate water heater capacity
Modern Sculptural
Contemporary art for your bathroom:Slipper Tubs
Comfort-focused design:Japanese Soaking Tubs (Ofuro)
Traditional Design
Deep, compact, transformative:Benefits
Air and Whirlpool Tubs
Air Tubs
Gentle, effervescent massage:Whirlpool Tubs
Powerful hydrotherapy:Combination Systems
Best of both worlds:Material Options
Cast Iron
The heavyweight champion:Acrylic
Popular and practical:Stone Resin
Modern luxury material:Copper
Unique and artistic:Sizing Considerations
Measuring for Your Space
Comfort Sizing
Installation Considerations
Floor Support
Freestanding tubs, especially filled, are heavy. Verify floor structure can handle the weight.Plumbing Location
Floor-mounted or wall-mounted fillers need different plumbing configurations.Water Heater Capacity
Deep soaking tubs may require larger or tankless water heaters.Americas Best Contractor helps homeowners select and install the perfect luxury bathtub. Contact us for guidance on your bathroom transformation.