Your Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Bath

Your Ultimate Guide To Choosing The Perfect Bath

With so many types of baths available, selecting the right one for your household can feel overwhelming. This guide will walk you through the different types of baths and offer tips to help you make the perfect choice.

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A bath is more than just a functional addition to your bathroom; it's a place to unwind, relax, and recharge. With so many types of baths available, selecting the right one for your household can feel overwhelming. This guide will walk you through the different types of baths and offer tips to help you make the perfect choice for your home.


Tips

Find your style

Start with our What’s My Style Quiz to find your unique interior design style. Choose a bath that complements your style and your bathroom's overall aesthetic. Freestanding baths suit modern and contemporary style bathrooms, while ornate style baths blend seamlessly into traditional, vintage, and farmhouse style bathrooms.

Consider Your Available Space & Plumbing

Measure your bathroom dimensions and determine how much space you can dedicate to a bath. Understanding your ideal bath size helps to narrow down your options from the start. If you are renovating an existing bathroom, it's a great tip to check the existing plumbing to ensure compatibility with the bath you select.

Identify Your Household's Needs

Think about how you'll use the bath; Is it for relaxation, family use, or practical bathing? Households with children may benefit from a shower bath, while relaxation seekers might prefer a spa bath.

Understand Different Bath Materials

Acrylic baths are lightweight, affordable, and retain heat well. Stone baths and resin baths are luxurious and long-lasting, but are associated with a higher cost than acrylic baths.


Types of Baths

Freestanding Baths

Freestanding baths are a luxurious option that create a statement in any bathroom. Available in various shapes, such as oval, rectangular, round, or clawfoot, these baths are versatile and stylish.


Back-to-Wall Baths

Back-to-wall baths combine the sleek appearance of a freestanding bath with the practicality of being positioned against a wall. This design allows for easy plumbing and cleaning while maintaining a modern aesthetic.


Spa Baths

Spa baths deliver the ultimate spa-like experience at home, providing therapeutic benefits and add a touch of luxury to your bathroom. Spa baths vary in the number of jets, sizes, and features. 


Inset/Shower Baths

A combination of a bath and a shower, inset baths are ideal for multi-functional bathrooms. Inset baths are often installed with a shower above them and a small shower screen to protect the bathroom from water spray. Inset baths sit within a hob that is then tiled.


Island Baths

Island baths are similar to inset baths, however, it can be set away from all walls, positioned anywhere in the bathroom in its own hob, creating a 'island' style design focal point. Island baths are a great option when you really want to make a statement with your bath and when you have the luxury of space.


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Choosing the right bath is a blend of practicality and personal preference. By understanding the types of baths available and considering your household’s needs, you can find the perfect fit that elevates your bathroom experience. Whether it’s a statement freestanding bath or a functional inset shower bath, the right choice will make your bathroom a sanctuary of relaxation.