A  Guide to Different Bath Styles & Sizes

Our bathrooms are one of the most used areas in the house, they're very often also the smallest!

Therefore, you will want the layout to make best use of the space available while still maintaining an attractive appearance.

Whether you're planning renovations or designing a new bathroom, adding a new, appropriately sized bath is not always an easy task.

Use this guide to discover the different types of baths, shapes, sizes, and colours to enable you to create the bathroom of your dreams 

Your bathroom design needs to be right for both you and your family, which is why it is important to select the best bathtub size for the space. The bath takes up the largest area in any bathroom which is why it's a good idea to measure and plan the layout before you make any decisions or purchases. Knowing standard bath sizes will give you an idea of what will work for you.

Style

Your bathroom style and home decor will greatly influence the type of bathtub you choose. If you're going for a more modern aesthetic, a drop-in tub will look great, but for a more vintage look, a clawfoot tub will work best. Your personal preferences will give you a great starting point for picking the right tub for your bathroom.

Use

Will you be installing it in a bathroom with limited space or in a master bathroom that could do with a grand bathtub? Will the family be using it daily or do you plan to use it for long relaxing baths? Are there any family members with mobility issues who will be using it? All of these factors will help you better figure out the best tub dimensions for suit your intended usage.

Size

There are many different bathtub sizes to choose from, which is why you need to carefully measure and research to find the one that is going to fit in your space. A standard sized bathtub takes up over 13 sq. ft. which works well in most small to medium bathrooms. If you're replacing a small tub, you need to ensure that the new model you select is the correct size to fit into that old space, even if you plan to go a little larger. You also want your bathtub dimensions to match the room – a small bathtub won't look good in a grand master bathroom, but it makes no sense to get a large luxury tub when a standard one will work just fine.

Measurements

With the sink, toilet, and often the shower too, there is very little room left for the bath. Along with the bathtub size, you also need to carefully measure the layout of your bathroom to ensure you have the correct amount of clearance around the tub. Many designers suggest the free space in front of the bath be a minimum of 60" x 30" to ensure you can safely enter and exit the tub. The most common water depth for standard tubs is around 14" – 20".

Bathtub Types & Their Measurements