Photo courtesy of Luxury Bath
Creative Cleansing
The right tub can transform a bathroom
While the shower is used for a quick wash, the bathtub has always symbolized a bit more in the modern bathroom – a cleansing of both the body and mind.
The two-in-one shower-tub serves a practical purpose, certainly, but there’s something uniquely inviting about the stand-alone bathtub. Along with creating a spa-like environment, it is a focal piece of architecture in and of itself. It can make a room look more modern, luxurious or rustic depending upon the style.
We rounded up a handful of bathing options sure to transform a mundane routine into an enjoyable ritual.
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Photos courtesy of Luxury Bath
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In this master bath remodel, an existing, outdated shower and large tub with an over-sized deck and carpeted steps were removed and replaced. The new, resin-free standing tub features air jets and a custom solid surface sill for plumbing fixtures. The natural stone travertine matches the new floor.
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Photos courtesy of Luxury Bath
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Creative use of partial walls gives this tub a bit of privacy for a truly restorative experience.
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The contrasting flooring patterns and wall backsplash create a relaxing environment for this simple yet elegant tub.
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This curved tub has a unique shape that’s sure to become a focal point for any bathroom.
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Photos courtesy of Luxury Bath
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In this shower and tub replacement project, the water-jetted tub was replaced with a new soaking tub. A portion of the newly built deck can be used as a seat in the shower.
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Photos courtesy of Luxury Bath
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While the existing shower in this project was replaced with a larger tile shower base and walls, the existing tub was reused. The deck was replaced with a custom, solid surface material that was extended into the shower for a corner seat. The tub splash and skirt was tiled to compliment the shower and new tile floor.
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simon whitmore
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The unique shape of this Victoria + Albert Cabrits tub is both luxurious and modern.
Photo courtesy of Victoria + Albert
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Available at Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery
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This sleek American Standard DXV Seagram tub can brighten up any room. With its traditional shape and angular lines, it can fit with a variety of décor themes.
Photo courtesy of American Standard
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Martin Tessler
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The simplistic yet classic shape of this Blu Bathworks halo08 tub can provide a facelift for any bathroom.
Photo courtesy of Blu Bathworks
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Kendall Photographs
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A tub doesn’t have to sit in the middle of the room for maximum impact. This Cheryl Fitzgerald Free Tub by DXV makes a sizeable impression set against the wall.
Photo courtesy of DXV
Sarah Sole is an editor. Feedback welcome at gbishop@cityscenemediagroup.com.
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