Rub a Dub Bath - Five Things to Know Before Buying a New Bath

Some people walk into a DIY store and expect to go out with a new tub. However, they did not think of all that involved in deciding to buy and install a new bathtub. On the other hand, there are people like you who read articles like this. It is a very good thing. You are one of the people who will be able to make an informed decision regarding the purchase of a bathtub.

Five things should come to mind when choosing a bathtub. These five things are listed and described as follows:

Know the dimensions of your bathroom

In order to make an informed decision when buying a bath, you must know the length and width of your bathroom. You should also know how high the ceiling is above the floor. Also, you should multiply the length of the bathroom by the width, to get the total number of square feet. This will help you determine the approximate size of your bathtub. It will also determine how high the floor will be raised.

Know the dimensions of your bathtub

Once you have measured the total square footage of your bathroom. You must decide on the space you want your bathtub to use. Some people would not want the bathtub to take up more space in the bathroom. Yet others will worry about it. It's up to you to decide how big your bathtub is. Remember that you are the one who has to live with the end result. Along with this, you need to remember how much your home would be worth to your guests. Likewise, you must know the overall value of your home. If you are thinking of selling it, it is a good idea to have a bath large enough to relax, but small enough that the bathroom is comfortable to use.

Know what materials are made of bathtubs and choose

The materials most commonly used in the manufacture of the bathtub are porcelain, marble, stone, concrete and plastic. You should decide which one is best for you. Porcelain is more durable than plastic. However, plastic costs less. This is especially true if you want  to install   a whirlpool. It would cost less than marble.

In addition, the plastic when scratched is hardly noticeable. On the contrary, when the porcelain is scratched, it leaves a gray film. The reason is that the surface of the porcelain is actually a topcoat that makes the porcelain tub brighter.

The marble, stone and concrete bins are very elegant, but can be expensive. In addition, they are more suitable for outdoor whirlpool tubs than for indoor tubs.

Have a color in mind Once you have chosen the size and material of your bathtub, you must choose a color. Most people choose white, but bathtubs have also been made in a variety of colors. Some colored tubs include ivory, lime, lavender and pale yellow. You can shop online and browse your favorite stores. This will give you an idea of ​​what colors are available. Along with that, you should have already planned a color scheme for your bathroom.

Knowing the colors of your bathroom will add less frustration later. For example, a person could impulsively use a lavender bath and then decided to paint the lime green of the bathroom. If this happens, this person will have to return the bathtub and may find that the desired color is not in stock. To avoid this frustration, you must plan ahead. Remember to choose the color scheme of your bathroom and plan it according to the bathtub color you want.

Compare Prices Once you've chosen a color for your bathroom and bathtub, it's time to shop. If you do not mind going to a shop spontaneously without knowing what is there, you can leave without calling. However, if you are like most people and you do not have much time. You'd better call first. You can find which stores have what you need, in the size you need.

In addition, if you want to find a bathtub without having to pick up the phone, you can search the Internet in some of your favorite stores. This will save you a lot of time and less fatigue than having to go to the store. Once you know what you want, you can have it shipped or picked up. For a purchase like a bathtub, it is advantageous to choose a trader as close as possible to your area. This would be in case you find a fault in your bathtub and you have to return it.