Bathtubs

Body shape
As its name suggests, the inside of the bathtub follows the shape of the body. In general, the central part of the bathtub is narrower to increase comfort in the lying position.

Rectangular
Rectangular bathtubs are the most common shape. It can fit almost any bathroom layout and with countless installation options. This shape may look visually massive.

Oval
The inside of the bathtub is oval and the ends are slightly flattened for comfort. Whether the bathtub is appending to a wall or freestanding, it brings an elegant touch to your bathroom.

Round
Visually interesting, round baths are a usual form for whirlpools. They are normally standing in large bathrooms and consumes high water volume. Besides, they have less inner space to stretch out.

Half-moon
Semi-circular bathtubs are a good alternative because they take up less space than round bathtubs. They can be placed against a wall, sparing some space while being visually pleasing.

Corner Bathtub
This bathtub sits in a corner of the room to spare space. The inner shape can be round, oval or asymmetrical and different outer shapes allow you to fit it in your bathroom layout. Most whirlpools are standing in an angle of the bathroom. To learn more about it, click here.

Hexagonal
The hexagonal bathtub is a variant of the corner bathtub. It is oval on the inside and the edges usually act as a deck for shower products or other objects. The shape of the bathtub takes up very little space as it can be installed in a corner of the room.

Space-saving bathtub
Ideal Standard and Bette are two brands that offer small bathtubs. The bathtubs are between 70 to 90 cm wide and 108 to 160 cm long. To learn more about it, click here.

"Step" bathtub
Also called "sabot" bathtub, this small tub as a seating area inside it which looks like a step. Thus, it is not possible to stretch your body inside it, but for those who thought that their bathroom is too small to have a bath, there is hope! Bette offers several models.

Freestanding bathtub
Freestanding bathtubs are very elegant and come in different shapes. Most of them are round, oval or rectangular. These baths are particularly popular because they can look very individuals with unconventional shapes and materials. Nonetheless, they take a lot of space.

Acrylic
Acrylic is a popular bathtub material. It is robust and, like mineral casting, can be moulded into various shapes. Thanks to its lightweight, acrylic is particularly suitable for large bathtubs, making them easy to transport and install. Besides, the material absorbs heat quickly and retains it for a longer time.

Enamelled steel
Enamelled steel is a material made of steel and coated with enamel. It is known for its sturdiness and ease of maintenance. On the other hand, it is a relatively heavy material.

Mineral casting
Mineral casting is very suitable for bathtubs because its surface is smooth and the material is a natural heat insulator. Manufacturers have different names for this type of material, for example, Villeroy & Boch has developed a material combining quartz and acrylic resin and the material is called Quaryl.

Ceramic
Ceramics has always proved its worth in the sanitary world. This material is strong and easy-care but is very heavy and may not be suitable for all installations. To make its maintenance even easier, Geberit has developed the KeraTect® glaze.

Wood
Thanks to modern technology, the wood does not soak up water and is very smooth. The most common woods used for bathtubs are cedar, cypress, teak, pine and chestnut.

Copper
Copper is used very rarely for bathtubs, mostly because it is expensive. It is mainly employed in the wellness and luxury sector. The surface has a patina, which makes the material shiny.

Cast Iron
Cast iron has long been used for bathtubs and is appreciated because it can be painted. Often these bathtubs are supported by legs that can give a specific style to your bathroom.

Glass
A glass bathtub brings a special charm to your bathroom by blurring the boundaries between air and water. Shatterproof glass is used, which is easy to clean due to its smooth surface. Bathtubs made of glass are manufactured individually by few companies and usually only on customer order.

Natural Stone
Natural stone is a very noble material, just like marble and sandstone. However, the stone material is very expensive and heavy, which is not suitable for every budget and every bathroom.

Stainless Steel
While stainless steel is very often used for sinks and in public places, it is used very little for bathtubs. Although it is easy to maintain, it has a cold touch and is relatively slippery which tend to speak against this material.

Concrete
Concrete is nowadays used for modern bathtub design. Thanks to a special coating, the material becomes watertight. However, it is heavy and, surprisingly, expensive.