Freestanding Bathtub in Cyprus: Practical Solution or Stylish Decor Element?

A freestanding bathtub in an apartment overlooking the sea or the city panorama is a major heroine many instagram shots and a dream of many property owners.

This exquisite piece of sanitary ware by its very appearance gives rise to dreams of relaxation, home spa treatments and romantic evenings with a glass of champagne in the subdued light of candles. It can transform and decorate the interior, become the centerpiece in the bathroom, and perhaps in the whole apartment.

But the unusual format of the bathtub raises a number of questions, even in Cyprus, despite the fact that the landscapes and the size of rooms for such an idea here are more than okay.

Is it practical? Is a freestanding bathtub appropriate in a small bathroom? What to combine it with and how to fit into the design of the bathroom? Let's understand.

Features of freestanding bathtub

The attractiveness of a freestanding bathtub is obvious. It turns an ordinary room into a luxurious spa zone. It is also a striking centerpiece that sets the mood of the room. However, like any non-standard design solution, a freestanding bathtub has its pros and cons. Therefore, before including this object in your interior, it is important to familiarize yourself with them and think everything through.

It is important to consider:

1. The size of the room. It is believed that a freestanding bathtub is more appropriate in a spacious room, where it is possible to locate items without adjoining the walls. It is in this way - surrounded by free space - the bathtub looks the most spectacular. But this does not mean that in a compact bathroom such a solution is categorically unsuccessful. Even if there is a wall on one side of the freestanding bathtub, its essence will not change. Visually font on the contrary will add volume and air to the room.

2. Functionality. The main function of the bath, of course, hygienic. It should be comfortable to wash in it. From this point of view, a freestanding bathtub is an ambiguous solution. Since the bathtub is not adjacent to the walls, it will be a little more difficult to maintain dryness and cleanliness in the room. By choosing a freestanding bathtub, you are buying, first of all, a place for relaxation and meditative water procedures.

It would be nice if your bathroom also has a place for a shower corner, where it will be much more convenient to rinse off the foam or quickly rinse off.

3. Installation and communication. The most important nuance of a freestanding bathtub is a non-standard supply of communications from below. And it should be taken into account at the very initial stage of repair or construction! Often in a city apartment to change the communications is too labor-intensive, if not impossible. Hence the low popularity of freestanding bathtubs.

4. Material and shape of the bathtub. Bathtubs for freestanding installation are presented in a wide range of materials, sizes and shapes. When choosing the best option, pay attention to the overall style of the bathroom. Whether it is a classic bathtub on legs or a laconic oval shape, a freestanding bathtub is an active element of the interior.

5. Ambiance. Since a freestanding bathtub is a luxurious place of relaxation, it will not be superfluous to think of places for candles, aroma lamps, as well as various lighting scenarios, even a place for a music speaker. Lying in the soft foam is doubly pleasant in the subdued warm light, enjoying aromatherapy under your favorite melody In addition to lyrics, there is also prose. The location and type of faucet, shower, and sometimes the curtains around the bathtub must also be planned in advance.

6. Cost. In addition to the fact that the freestanding bathtub itself is more expensive than a standard bathtub, all the preliminary preparation of the room, plumbing and accessories will also entail considerable costs.

Varieties of freestanding bathtubs

Manufacturers offer a wide range of freestanding bathtubs of different shapes, sizes, materials of execution. Among the presented options, you can distinguish the following varieties of bathtubs by shape:

1. Oval: a universal and practical choice for any bathroom design. Flawlessness of smooth forms, aesthetic presentability will satisfy even the most sophisticated buyer.
2. Rectangular: the ideal choice for the hi-tech style. Such a font can safely be purchased if one side or several sides are adjacent to the wall.
3. Non-standard: a real work of art, will allow you to enjoy and be proud of your choice.
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Also bathtubs differ depending on the material from which they are made:

1. Bathtubs made of acrylic are characterized by an abundance of shapes, colors and affordable cost. They are practical, do not cause difficulties in transportation. But because of the low weight, a freestanding bathtub can lose stability when unevenly loaded.
2. Cast-iron bathtubs boast a wide range of shapes, but are characterized by high weight. They are durable, wear-resistant and have high noise and heat insulation values.
3. Freestanding bathtubs made of copper are most often made in two colors. Original shapes, sizes and non-standard colors make such a bathtub a great addition to the styles of country, loft and even Provence.
4. Wood: durable, environmentally friendly, original and stylish font. But such baths are quite expensive, you should not use them as the main ones. Wooden baths act as a decorative element or a place for relaxation.
5. Bowls made of natural or artificial stone are characterized by high durability, a variety of shades and textures. This is an expensive element of the interior, which can not go unnoticed.

Advantages of a freestanding bathtub

A freestanding bathtub is a true symbol of comfort. Add to it a well-thought-out interior design, a beautiful view outside the window and you will get the perfect space for relaxation. However, its popularity is not only due to its atmospheric nature.

Freestanding bathtub also has unique practical qualities:

1. Versatility. Freestanding bathtub looks great in any interior style. You can easily choose a model and harmoniously fit into both traditional and modern bathroom interior design.
2. Freedom to choose the place of installation. This provides flexibility in space planning and makes it possible to realize any design ideas, up to the placement of the bathtub on the terrace.
3. Aesthetics. One of the components of the charm of freestanding bathtubs is the concealment of communications. The whole sanitary "underside" (pipes, traps, whirlpool system) is hidden from the eyes.

Disadvantages of freestanding bathtubs

In addition to the pluses, there are also disadvantages of a freestanding bathtub. In particular, this elegant solution is not suitable for every room, and requires a solid budget. Therefore, before making a decision, you need to pay attention to such factors:

1. Need spaciousness: the area of the room should be at least 6 m².
2. High cost. In addition, it needs appropriate taps and faucets. After all, low-quality accessories will visually contrast with the bath and cheapen its appearance.
3. It is heavy. This obliges to think about the strength of the floor. And the best for such a purpose will be a floor covering made of marble, artificial stone or high-quality tile, which can not be called budgetary.
4. A freestanding bathtub is not suitable for a shower. Partitions or curtains are completely inappropriate here, and the splashes will fly around. For express bathing, you will need to buy a shower cabin.
5. Complicated installation. It is necessary to carefully consider communications, any mistake can turn into unplanned expenses.

Beauty today comes to the forefront, we give preference to externally attractive things.

Luxury in impeccable design opens up completely new opportunities, like a magnet attracts the attention of connoisseurs of aesthetic presentability, so freestanding baths are experiencing a new wave of popularity. Nevertheless, the decision to install such a bathtub in your apartment or not, as always, is up to you!

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