With various sizes, styles, and materials to choose from, finding the ideal soaking bathtub for your bathroom can seem like a daunting task. It’s a process that requires careful consideration of multiple factors.
However, with a little research and comparison, you can navigate through the options and find the best soaking tub for your situation.
Key Considerations
At KALLISTA, we understand the importance of a well-designed, luxurious bathtub. And while we can guide you to ask the right questions and consider certain styles, you are ultimately the only one who can determine which product will be the best soaker tub for your space.
We recommend weighing the following factors as you narrow down your choices.
What Qualifies as a Soaking Bathtub?
A soaking tub is a deep bathtub designed for an immersive and rejuvenating bathing experience. Unlike traditional bathtubs that are shallow and primarily used for cleaning, soaking tubs are designed to allow you to fully submerge your body in water.
Is There an Ideal Size for a Soaking Bathtub?
The best size for a bathtub ultimately depends on your personal preferences and the available space in your bathroom. Generally, soaking bathtubs are larger than standard bathtubs.
According to realtor.com, the average bathtub accommodates a modest 25-45 gallons of water, while certain soaking tubs can hold as much as 250 gallons, allowing you to submerge yourself in a deep, luxurious bath.
Some soaking tubs can be as large as 90 inches long, 76 inches wide, and 18 inches deep.
What Are the Common Styles of Soaking Bathtubs?
Soaking tubs are available in various shapes and configurations. Some of the most common installation types include:
- Freestanding: These statement-making tubs stand on the floor, unattached to the wall. Some of the best freestanding tubs feature decorative claw-feet.
- Drop-in: Also known as over-mount or top-mount, this type of tub is placed into a tub surround, creating a seamless look.
- Under-mount: Under-mount tubs are installed underneath the tub surround, with a counter-like deck covering the top edge of the tub.
- Alcove: Alcove tubs are designed to fit snugly in a three-walled enclosure, making them perfect for a tub-shower combination.
- Corner: A corner configuration may offer the most bathing space possible, often making it one of the best soaking tubs for small bathroom layouts.
There are also numerous shapes of soaking tubs available. The most common shapes include oval, round, square, and rectangular.
What Material Is Best for a Soaking Bathtub?
According to Family Handyman, the material a bathtub is made of impacts its weight, durability, heat retention, and cost. The best tubs for soaking typically prioritize heat retention and durability, using materials such as cast-iron, acrylic, or stone.
High-End Soaking Bathtubs from KALLISTA
With over 40 years of experience in designing transformative bath fixtures, KALLISTA offers a range of bathtubs that are meticulously designed and engineered for optimal performance with unique, artisan touches that create spa-like experiences.
With the above information in mind, let’s explore some of the best luxury bathtubs from our portfolio that may suit your needs.
Circe Freestanding Bathtub
A bathing ritual in the Circe cast-iron tub is anything but routine.
With its dramatic eagle-claw feet and furled edging, this cast-iron tub exudes a vintage aesthetic that will elevate any bathroom.
Best for Vintage Aesthetics
The traditional Grecian form features decorative embellishments like scrolls, fleur-de-lis, and gargoyles, adding a touch of grandeur to any bathroom.
- Cast-iron construction
- Primed exterior
- Enameled interior
- Required feet, waste, and overflow separately
- 68-7/8" (1749 mm) total length
- 31-1/2" (800 mm) total width
- 26-3/8" (670 mm) total height
- Center side drain
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