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Turn my tiny bathroom into a spa--with a new bathtub. - remodel

My existing claw foot tub doesn 't fill deep enough. I would like to replace it with a deep soaking tub , of course for the best value possible. Give me your ideas please. The existing claw foot tub came with the house and has the faucet drilled in, and the over flow underneath that, so it doesn't really fill up. This makes bathing in it a cold, uncomfortable experience. I think--and the plumber agrees with me--that the easiest way to fix this is replace the tub with something deeper. First question: How deep should I be looking for? Ideally, it's deep enough that I can easily put my shoulders in the water and keep them there, but I don't have to. I don't want to drown in the tub, but too much depth is better than too little, since I don't HAVE to fill up the tub. I'm 5'2", my partner is 5'10". Second question: Are there keywords I should be looking for? I've tried "soaking" tub, but that doesn't really yield interestin...

How to buy a bathtub

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Whether ritualistic, religious or curative, bathing has always been about more than just personal hygiene, and the modern bathroom is no exception. Not just a functional space, it’s a haven to retreat to after a hard day, somewhere to relax mind and body. The bath is the focal point, so it makes sense to choose one that’s beautiful as well as useful. But with hundreds of shapes, styles and materials available, where do you start? Don’t get into a lather – we’ve found the hottest tubs to suit every budget. Before you buy a bath ‘Never buy a bath on a whim,’ warns Jonathan Carter , marketing manager at Victoria & Albert . ‘To ensure you’re happy with your investment, reserve time for choosing the right one.’ The first things to consider are space and budget, and how much of each you have. As a general rule, a freestanding bath will take up more inches and more pennies than a built-in number. Combined bath and shower Think about who will be using your new bath and in which way. ‘Showe...