| If you want to learn something about walk-in | | | | models to choose from. |
| bathtubs, then you want to read this article. First we | | | | Before you even begin to shop for a walk-in bathtub, |
| are going to discuss the features that make walk-in | | | | make sure you know the measurements of the |
| bathtubs more user-friendly than the standard | | | | space you are fitting the tub into. If you do choose |
| bathtub. Then we will look at some of the | | | | to purchase a tub with a door that swings out into |
| therapeutic benefits provided by walk-in bathtubs. | | | | the bathroom, make sure that you're buying a model |
| And finally, we will look at the options available for | | | | that works with your bathroom layout. Get the |
| purchasing a walk-in bathtub. After reading this article, | | | | measurements for any doorways the tub may have |
| you should be able to determine whether purchasing | | | | to pass through. This will prevent you from ordering |
| a walk-in bathtub would benefit you. | | | | a tub you won't be able to use. |
| Features in a walk-in bathtub | | | | If you are buying online, compare the specifications |
| One of the primary features that distinguishes a | | | | provided by the different manufacturers. |
| walk-in bathtub from a standard bathtub is the way | | | | - What kind of bracing is used in the tub design? |
| you enter the tub. Walk-in bathtubs are available with | | | | Inadequate bracing can lead to tub collapse or |
| doors that open to the inside and doors that open to | | | | damage. |
| the outside. The threshold for the door is very low | | | | - What materials are used? Fiberglass with a gelcoat |
| making it easier to enter the tub, especially for | | | | is acceptable, but it isn't as durable as acrylic. Acrylics |
| someone who has difficulty with balance. | | | | can come in different thicknesses so make sure to |
| Doors that open to the inside can make installing a | | | | compare this spec between the manufacturers and |
| walk-in bathtub more convenient because the swing | | | | models you're considering. |
| of the door does not have to be accommodated in | | | | - What kind of warranty is available? A warranty is |
| the installation. Some manufacturers claim a door that | | | | only as good as the company behind it. Don't only |
| opens to the outside is safer because the latch can | | | | look at the length of the warranty, but also consider |
| be released, and the water can flow out into the | | | | the rating of the company that manufactures the |
| room if something happens to the person in the tub. | | | | walk-in bathtub. That's who you usually deal with |
| No statistics exist to prove that this is an important | | | | when there's a warranty issue. |
| safety feature. | | | | Also before you buy online, compare the service |
| Another feature that is very important in walk-in | | | | promised by the company you are purchasing the |
| bathtub is the ability to drain water away rapidly. | | | | walk-in tub from. |
| Most bathtub drains are approximately 1-1/2 inches in | | | | - What is the return policy? Make sure that the |
| diameter. A walk-in bathtub should have two drains | | | | company pays all return costs if they ship you the |
| of this size. This allows water to drain away twice as | | | | wrong tub. |
| fast. The advantage of this feature is you don't have | | | | - What are the shipping costs? This can be |
| to wait very long before you can open the door. My | | | | extremely important, especially when you are |
| favorite trick is to clean the walls of the tub while I | | | | shopping on the Internet. That great tub price might |
| am waiting for the water to drain. The light activity | | | | not end up as good a bargain compared to a model |
| keeps me from getting cold, and I always have a | | | | available locally when you add the freight costs to |
| clean tub. | | | | the purchase price. |
| Therapeutic benefits of a walk-in bathtub | | | | And finally, before you place your order, make sure |
| Just soaking in a bathtub full of hot water is | | | | you know what the installation costs are going to be. |
| therapeutic in its own right. If you purchase a walk-in | | | | If you are not doing the work yourself, this can be |
| bathtub with Whirlpool and/or air jet features, you | | | | very important. Get more than one bid on the cost |
| can add the benefits of gentle massage to your bath. | | | | of installing a walk-in bathtub. And always do a |
| This can help relax stiff joints and improve your | | | | thorough background check on the contractors you |
| range of motion. | | | | are considering. |
| If you add aromatherapy to the bath, these effects | | | | This information should help you understand a little bit |
| are enhanced. The addition of lavender essential oil to | | | | more about walk-in bathtubs and how they could |
| the bath not only softens the skin, but it also helps | | | | benefit you. Aside from the design features, walk-in |
| to relax the entire system. This can help improve | | | | bathtubs offer the potential of a therapeutic |
| sleep quality. The addition of grapefruit essential oil | | | | experience. If you use the Internet to purchase your |
| helps to generate a positive mood while helping to | | | | walk-in bathtub, you can compare the many features |
| improve digestion. It also is beneficial for the skin. | | | | available from different manufacturers and get the |
| Adding basil essential oil can steady the nerves and | | | | best price value at the same time. |
| ease sinus congestion. Bay essential oil benefits the | | | | Armed with this information you can begin planning |
| respiratory system and the digestive system. | | | | for a home enhancing, health enhancing upgrade in |
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| Walk-in bathtubs are most readily available through | | | | start your search for the right walk-in bathtub for |
| online sites, though if you live in a large city you may | | | | your needs. |
| find a local vendor with a supply of walk-in bathtub | | | | |