Bathing beauties
It doesn’t take much convincing to acknowledge that having a bath at the center of a stylish bathroom is one of life’s little luxuries.
As soon as you turn on the tap and hear the water flowing, your body immediately relaxes and your mind starts to calm itself.
Pour in some bubble bath, soaking salts or essential oils under the running water, deeply inhale the aroma and let yourself slow down.
That first toe goes in and slowly, slowly you lower into the water until your body is completely immersed.
Whether you enjoy the bliss with your eyes closed, use the quiet time to read, or pop on a face mask and unwind, bath time is your moment, your space, your chance to switch off for a while.
Benefits of taking a 15-minute soak in your bathroom can include:
- Cleansing and moisturising your skin, hair and eyes
- It can help you breathe easier from the temperature, pressure and steam
- Calming you down, physically and emotionally
- Your joints, muscles and bones feeling instant relief
Either including space for a bath in the design of your home, or retrofitting a tub during renovations or refreshers is a way to improve your quality of life and increase the appeal of your home if you decide to sell.
There are so many designs to choose from when it comes to bathing beauties. From elegant old-world clawfoot tubs, to contemporary freestanding shapes, from deep to wide or even spa baths, there’s something to fit every bathroom and every body. If you’re tight on space, you could think about installing a bath under your shower so you get the best of both worlds.
Making the tub the focal point of your bathroom creates a space that is beautiful as well as practical. It also means you’re more likely to use it, rather than heading straight for the shower.
Bathroom tubs are made from all sorts of materials these days: granite, limestone, porcelain, sandstone, marble and can be custom-designed or bought as is. If bathing is what you want, it’s time to dip your toe in and make a splash.
