It goes without saying that the bathroom will be the room in your house that will take up the most water. For those worried about the monthly water bills, you might be wary about using the bathtub. Having said that, why restrict yourself from experiencing a relaxing bubble bath every once in a while? In … Read more
While there is evidence of indoor plumbing going back to 3,000 BC and a tub made of pottery found on the island of Crete dating to 1,000 BC, which is believed to be used by royalty for bathing, we can trace the modern bathtub’s roots back to John Michael Kohler. In 1883, he used a … Read more
While there are several types of bathtubs, but the obvious connection is that they’re all containers designed to hold water for bathing. Bathtubs were first introduced in the market in the 1800s thanks to the ingenuity of John Michael Kohler. The first models were made of cast iron which was coated with porcelain enamel. This … Read more
Cast iron and acrylic are two of the most common materials used in making bathtubs. Iron and acrylic are long-lasting but enameled cast iron models are considered the most durable. Acrylic is smooth and non-porous making it easy to clean and maintain but acrylic tubs are also prone to scratches. Acrylic is also affordable, lightweight … Read more
A clawfoot bathtub is a self-supporting tub with four feet under it. The feet are traditionally finished with a claw design, hence the name, but modern bathtubs with feet under them regardless of the design can also be considered a clawfoot bathtub. Its roots can be traced back to the mid-18th century, with the ball … Read more