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Small Bathroom with Big Ambitions: Shopping For A Bath Tub
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Living in a tiny HDB apartment does not have to cramp your style. Apart from the bedroom, your bathroom is the second most intimate space you can have in your home. Preparing yourself for work and calling it a night starts and ends in the bathroom. It may seem challenging at first to find a bathtub that fits in small spaces; but for some, it could be equally exciting. There are some factors you have to consider in selecting a perfect tub for your bathroom - one such factor is the people who use it the most. Also, buying a tub gives you a great opportunity to be a little more creative and hopefully make a great design decision.
In selecting a new bathtub for your bathroom, you can either start with picking the bathtub's style and designing your bathroom around it, or vice versa. You should aim to get a stunning tub that matches your existing tile layout as this will make your bathroom appear spacious. Otherwise, getting a tub with a differing style from your tiles might make your bathroom appear cramped. Today, we will look at five different bathtubs that you can choose based on the materials they are made from, possible costs, and recommended use.
Buying a bathtub (depending on the model, materials, and design) can be a very expensive purchase and something you have to stick with for a very long time. To aid you with your journey, we have researched these bathtubs to help you explore the different exciting possibilities with them.
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1. Plastic Bathtub
Let us start with the least expensive option - a portable plastic bathtub is a light and flexible option, especially for a bathroom where you want to stow away your bathtub away when not in use. On the downside, since this bathtub is made out of plastic resin, it will get scratched easily and may last for only a few years. On the upside, it is portable and since it comes in different colours, you can select one that suits your personality.
2. Porcelain Bathtub
With a smooth glossy finish and a relatively low cost, these porcelain-enameled steel bathtubs are a great option for those on a budget. They can also be cleaned easily. These bathtubs mostly come built-in, which is great for bathrooms with limited space. Where to buy: Rosa SG
3. Cast-iron Bathtub
The strongest in the pack, cast-iron bathtubs are as stylishly beautiful as they are sturdy. They are best used on solidly cemented flooring in apartments due to their weight (including the additional weight of water). These bathtubs are definitely eye-catching pieces, as they bundle elegance and glamour into one convenient package. Where to buy: Kohler SG
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4. Acrylic Bathtub
For a homeowner looking for something priced around mid-range, a popular choice would be an acrylic-type bathtub. With a high-gloss finish and excellent durability, scratches from frequent use are less noticeable as the colour does not just stay in the surface finish, but also goes all the way through the centre. This bathtub's material is lightweight, just like plastic, and is customizable, making it a great option for bathrooms with a unique floor layout. Where to buy: HydroStyle SG
5. Inflatable Bathtub
Last but not least, if you are looking for something more fun and creative, you can get an inflatable bathtub for indoor or outdoor use. It usually comes in round or rectangular shapes. These air-filled tubs are extremely popular with children, especially in Singapore's constant summer all year long. Also, they double as great floats if you have a swimming pool. Where to buy: Singapore Bathtubs
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