Slipper Free Standing Bath Tubs
Slipper free standing bath tubs may bring to mind a Victorian washroom, natural sponges, and lavender soap. This style of bath tub does whisper of a different time period but it also belongs just as naturally in today's bathroom. A slipper tub can add that touch of romance and elegance that your bathroom may need. Because of this styling is inherent personality, even a minimal bathroom will look like a million dollars.
What Are Slipper Free Standing Bath Tubs?
Slipper bathtubs are tubs that curve up higher than the rest of the bath tub on one or two ends. Classic slipper tubs curve up on one end; double slipper free standing bath tubs curve up on both ends. This higher back can provide a good resting spot for your neck and shoulders, making a longer bath more enticing as you lean back comfortably. This style of bath tub is most often a feature of one of two tub designs: clawfoot bath tubs and pedestal bath tubs.
Clawfoot bath tubs are a classic vintage style that suits the slipper design beautifully. Clawfoot style slipper free standing bath tubs comes in cast iron and acrylic materials. You'll have a selection of classic slipper and double slipper bath tubs to choose from. There are various styles of feet and rims to choose, depending on how simple or more ornate you want your bath tub to be. You'll also find you can place the faucets for these bath tubs on either end, or in the center for a slightly different look. This may help you depending on where the bath tub needs to sit in the bathroom.
Pedestal bath tubs are another classic style that bring a little more weight to your bath tub look. Not quite as delicate as clawfoot bath tubs, pedestal tubs maintain an air of sophistication, especially when coupled with the slipper styling. The gentle upward curving of slipper free standing bath tubs takes some of the weightiness away from the pedestal style. This type of tub comes in three different material choices: cast iron, acrylic, and copper. While cast iron and copper are more vintage and traditional, you'll find that the lightweight and light cost of acrylic has its advantages. Choose from either classic slipper or double slipper design.
Classic slipper bathtubs tend to run on the larger side - around 60" to 70" long. However, you will find some models of clawfoot bath tubs in the slipper styling that are under 60" long. Double slipper tubs for the most part range around 70" long but you will find a few under that length. If you have a smaller bathroom, clawfoot bath tubs are probably you're best option. Pedestal bath tubs in general run larger and need a bigger bathroom to accommodate them spatially and visually. The more delicate appearance of clawfoot slipper free standing bath tubs works well in a minimal bathroom.
The classic and elegant shape of a slipper style bath tub works well even in a non-vintage setting. So consider the design and size of clawfoot tubs and pedestal tubs. Slipper free standing bath tubs in either design will turn your bathroom into an instant classic.
